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Thomas WILLIAMS – Drunk Driving

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – On December 1, 2020 at 12:45 p.m. Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police officers responded to a concern from a member of the public about a suspected impaired driver on Muskoka Road in Gravenhurst, ON. Officers located the vehicle nearby and as a result arrested and charged 61 year-old Thomas WILLIAMS of Gravenhurst, ON with Impaired Operation CC 320.14(1)(a) and Over 80 CC 320.14(1)(b). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on February 9, 2021 to answer to his charges.

On December 2, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. police received a traffic complaint about a possibly impaired driver. Officers located the vehicle on Muskoka Road in Gravenhurst and determined that alcohol was a factor. A roadside screening test for alcohol was utilized and the driver registered a “warn” which indicates that their blood alcohol level was between 0.50 and 0.80 (mL per 100 mg of blood). As a result, the 62 year-old Burk’s Falls woman had her driver’s license suspended for 3 days.

This brings the total of impaired or alcohol related driving incidents since the Festive RIDE program began to four. Bracebridge OPP Inspector Burton commented on the situation saying, “these situations are unacceptable, such actions are putting people’s lives and safety at risk. Officers will be out patrolling our roadways and trails and those drivers found impaired will have a date in criminal court, have their driver’s license suspended immediately for 90 days and vehicle impounded for 7 days. Be responsible and make good decisions, and help others make good decisions too!”

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WFP

1,824 New Covid Cases In Ontario – 195 ICU : 107 Ventilator #MaskUpButtercup

While some still think Covid-19 is a hoax, those staffing our hospitals trying to keep 195 alive in our ICUs would disagree. 107 people are on ventilators.

Please wear a mask properly as a sign of respect for those front line workers trying to keep the 666 currently in hospital alive. 

Stats as of 03Dec2020
New Cases: 1,824
Hospitalized: 666
ICU: 195
On Ventilator: 107

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Municipalities Perth

James Aitcheson Warden Of Perth County Because No One Else Wanted It #Acclaimed

PERTH COUNTY, ON – In an election held on December 3, 2020, Perth County Council acclaimed James (Jim) Aitcheson, the Deputy Mayor for the Township of Perth South, as Warden of Perth County. The position of Warden is elected every year and the 2020-2021 term will be the second consecutive term for Jim as Warden.

“When I was first elected Warden, I knew we had a lot of work to do. The past year has been extraordinarily busy, with lots of great accomplishments, but the work is far from over” said Aitcheson. “I am proud of how our County Council and staff have come together while apart during the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Warden is proud of the work that has been done. “I am proud of our many accomplishments in bringing the PC Connect rural transit service to the region, the major renovation and changes to the Perth County Courthouse campus and much more” he said. “Looking forward to the coming year, I am eager to see the completion of many projects currently in progress such as the restructuring of Perth County’s Planning Division and the completion of the new Official Plan.”

Warden Aitcheson also sees many opportunities for Council and Staff to take on new projects and initiatives such as conversations about diversity, inclusivity and anti-racism in Perth County. “The County has undertaken a number of projects in the past on the issues of inclusivity and diversity in our region. It is clear to me that we need to do more on this matter, to listen and to work alongside staff and the community to continue to foster a welcoming community for all. This is important work that is far from over and it will remain a priority for me in my second term as Warden” added Aitcheson.

In addition to Warden Aitcheson serving a second term, the Mayor of the Township of Perth East, Rhonda Ehgoetz was also acclaimed for a second term serving as Deputy Warden.

“On behalf of County staff I want to extend my congratulations to Warden Aitcheson and Deputy Warden Ehgoetz” said Interim Chief Administrative Officer Lori Wolfe. “We have had a busy year and I am excited for the opportunity to continue our work together over the next year” she said.

For more information about County Council, please visit: https://www.perthcounty.ca/Modules/contact/search.aspx?s=5ikpme5HaMVyivIsiG9NOweQuAleQuAl 

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

20 Year Old Caught Going 135 in an 80 – Name Released

(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On November 26, 2020, at approximately 2:15 p.m., a Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer was monitoring traffic and conducting radar on Highway 6 near Arthur. The officer observed a blue pick-up truck travelling southbound at a speed that appeared to be well above the posted 80 km/h speed limit. The vehicle was locked on radar in excess of 135 km/h.

 Quenton Joseph CLARKE, 20-years-old, of the Township of Wellington North has been charged with Racing a Motor Vehicle contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The defendant is scheduled to appear in Guelph at the Ontario Court of Justice – Provincial Offences Court on May 5, 2021. Their vehicle and driver’s licence were seized for a period of seven days as per statute.

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Tree Stops Impaired Driver – FRANTZ

(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On November 23, 2020, at approximately 1:00 a.m. Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a single motor vehicle collision on Eliza Street in the Town of Arthur.

It was reported that a vehicle left the road and collided with a tree.

Police spoke with the driver and determined that their ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol. The driver was placed under arrest and transported to a local OPP Operation Centre for further testing.

Derrick Dana FRANTZ, 63-years-old of Marmora Ontario, has been charged with Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drug and Operation While Impaired – 80 Plus contrary to the Criminal Code.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on December 22, 2020 to answer to the charges.

If you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired, either by drug or alcohol, call police at 911 to report it.

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

Sexual Assault By Fake Delivery Person – Make Sure It’s Not Dharmpreet SINGH Next Time You Open Your Door

(OXFORD COUNTY, ON) – A recent criminal investigation conducted by Oxford County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) uniform members, with the assistance of the Crime Unit has resulted in a sex-related offence charge being laid. 

The charge is in relation to the incident that occurred on December 1, 2020 at an Oxford Street, Ingersoll address.  

As a result, 21-year-old Dharmpreet SINGH of Kitchener was charged with Sexual Assault.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock at a later date.

Victims of sexual assault are not alone. If you need support or know someone that does, there are local resources available to help. A toll free call can be placed to the Assaulted Women’s Helpline www.awhl.org/home at 1-866-863-0511 or Male Survivors of Sexual Assault at 1-866-887-0015 where your information will remain anonymous and confidential.

If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.

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OPP Police Press Releases

14 Year Old Assaulted & Threatened

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – On Monday, November 30, 2020, at approximately 7:05 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Norfolk County Detachment investigated an assault at a Bonnie Drive, Simcoe, Norfolk County, address.

It was determined that a 14-year-old youth was assaulted and threatened by other youths while at Wellington Park located in Simcoe, resulting in the victim suffering minor injuries.

Police are continuing to investigate and charges are pending. Updates will be provided when new information becomes available.

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

20 Year Old Impaired Driver Airlifted To Hospital

(ST. CLAIR TWP, ON) – On June 24, 2020 at approximately 2:30 a.m. the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Lambton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and St. Clair Fire Department attended LaSalle Line, east of Kimball Road, St. Clair Township in relation to a single motor vehicle collision.  

The driver of the vehicle was transported to the hospital via AirORNGE with critical injuries.  

Ethan GAUTHIER, 20 year-old of Sarnia has been charged with Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs, Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration 80 Plus, pursuant to the Criminal Code, Class G1 Licence Holder – Unaccompanied by Qualified Driver, Class G1 Licence Holder – Drive at Unlawful Hour, Novice Driver – Blood Alcohol Concentration above Zero and Driver – Fail to Properly Wear Seat Belt, pursuant to the Highway Traffic Act.  

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice-Sarnia on January 11, 2021.

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Arrested Again – MISQUADIS Facing Numerous Charges

(ARRAN TWP, ON) – On December 1, 2020 at 2:31 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft from a residence along Concession 10 west in Arran Township. One individual was taken into custody and charges have been laid.

Joshua MISQUADIS, 38-years-old, of Saugeen First Nation has been charged with:

  • Theft of motor vehicle
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Dangerous Driving
  • Impaired Driving
  • Assault a Peace Officer
  • Possess a Firearm
  • Possess a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • 2 counts of Break and Enter
  • 2 counts of Possessing a Controlled Substance
  • Possess more than 30 grams of Marijuana
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Possess a Firearm or Ammunition while Prohibited
  • 2 counts of Fail to Comply with Undertaking
  • 2 counts of Fail to Comply with Release Order
  • Fail to Comply with Probation

The accused was held in custody pending the results of a bail hearing scheduled for December 2, 2020.

Officers are continuing to search for a Red Suzuki 400 and 3 long guns. If you observe the stolen ATV, do not approach it. Contact your local police as soon as possible by calling 9-1-1.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

Dale CONANT Arrested Again For Another Break And Enter

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On December 1, 2020 at 11:23 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a break in at a residence along South line in the Municipality of Kincardine. Responding officers located an individual nearby that was taken into custody.

Dale CONANT, 42-years-old, of Kincardine was charged with Break and Enter, Trespass by Night, Possession of Property obtained by Crime and 2 Counts of Fail to comply with Probation. The accused was held in custody pending the results of a bail hearing scheduled for December 2, 2020.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

From the Archive:
Repeat Offender Arrested After Struggle
Break And Enter – Dale CONANT

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Municipalities North Perth

Notice of Remote Public Meeting concerning a Zoning By-law Amendment

TAKE NOTICE a statutory public meeting is scheduled for December 21st, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will be held remotely to discuss a proposed Amendment to the North Perth Zoning By-law affecting property located at Part Lot 33, Concession 1, Elma Ward, Municipality of North Perth (Maitland River Estates Phase 2) – See ‘Key Plan’ for location of subject lands. The Municipality deems the application, submitted by Scott Patterson (Patterson Planning Consultants Inc.) on behalf of property owner H & J Donegan Holdings Inc. complete.

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

9 Collisions In 24 Hours

(GREY-BRUCE, ON) – On December 1st, 2020 the Grey Bruce area received a significant amount of snowfall and gave motorists the first real winter storm of the season to deal with. Members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to nine motor vehicle collisions (over a 24 hour period) and assisted with several more stranded motorists and stuck vehicles.

Grey Bruce OPP and the Ministry of Transportation remind motorists that now is the time to prepare for winter driving conditions.

  • Consider installing four winter snow tires (if you haven’t already);
  • Download the free Ontario 511 mobile App, to get access to real-time highway conditions and traffic information;
  • Plan on extra time for winter travel;
  • Clean snow and ice off of your vehicle;

Safe Winter Driving Tips:

  • Adapt your driving to the road and weather conditions;
  • Reduce your speed and avoid sudden maneuvers to stay in control at all times:
  • Avoid distractions and be alert for changing road conditions;
  • Leave more space between you and other vehicles so you have time to react and stop quickly;
  • Proceed with caution where large snowbanks could reduce your line of sight;

Stay alert, Stay safe!

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Joseph LOEPPKY – Drunk Driving

(NORTH GRENVILLE,ON) On November 27, 2020 shortly before 1:00 p.m. officers from Grenville County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a person consuming alcohol in a vehicle outside a store in North Grenville. The vehicle was located on County Road 44 and River Road. After the driver was spoken to an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was utilized at the scene. The driver was arrested and brought to detachment for further testing. Joseph LOEPPKY, aged 68 years old, from Ottawa was charged with Operation While Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) under the Criminal Code section 320.14(1)(b).

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on January 8, 2020.

OPP are reminding the public that a 90 day automatic drivers licence suspension and a seven day impoundment of your vehicle accompanies any impaired driving charge. The Grenville County OPP remains committed to reducing impaired driving. Your help is requested in assisting with keeping our roads safe. If you suspect a driver is impaired call 911. You could be responsible for saving a life.

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School Bus Involved In Collision

(PEMBROKE, ON) – On Wednesday December 2, 2020, at approximately 9:00 a.m., members of the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two-vehicle collision in the City of Pembroke. The collision, which occurred on Maple Avenue, involved a passenger car and a school bus with 21 elementary students on board. At the time of the collision the bus was proceeding northbound on Maple Avenue and the passenger car was attempting to enter Maple Avenue from a private drive. The minor collision took place at low speed, there were no injuries and neither vehicle required a tow.  

No charges will be laid in connection with the collision. The OPP reminds ALL drivers to take weather and driving conditions into account whenever you get behind the wheel. Even a light snowfall can make a difference. Please adjust your driving and slow down.