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The OPP Want You To Watch Out For Wildlife While Driving

If you’re driving, you should always be keeping an eye out for wildlife. That’s the message from OPP Constable Catherine Yarmel, who says wildlife are more active depending on...

The OPP is Reminding Residents to Lock Their Vehicle to Prevent Theft

You can take steps to make sure your car isn’t broken into. That’s the message from OPP Constable Shawn Peever, who says thieves will often just move on if a...

The OPP is Reminding You to Drive to Road Conditions

While it may be spring, winter driving conditions are still in play. That’s according to OPP Constable Shawn Peever, who says you still need to be careful when driving in...

The OPP is Reminding Drivers to Watch Out for Animals on the Roads

OPP is reminding drivers to be on the lookout for animals on the road during the spring months. As the weather begins to heat up, Constable Philippe Regamey says animals...

The OPP Are Running a Seat-belt Blitz This Easter Weekend

Police will be cracking down on drivers without seatbelts this Easter Long Weekend. That’s the message from OPP Constable Catherine Yarmel, who says the reason for wearing your seat-belt...

Prescott Receiving More from Main Street Revitalization

North Grenville is getting more funding than anticipated for Main Street Revitalization Projects. In January, the Province of Ontario announced that $26 million would be allocated to revitalize Ontario’s main...

Police remind snowmobilers to ride with caution

With snowmobile trails just about open for the season, police are reminding residents to ride responsibly. OPP Constable Catherine Yarmel says that every year there’s lots of factors that go...

Counterfeit bill warning from the OPP

Police are warning the public to keep an eye out for counterfeit money. This comes after counterfeit bills were found in the area in the last few days. OPP Constable...

Stuck in the snow tips from the OPP

Police are offering tips to the public in case you find yourself stuck in a ditch this winter. OPP Constable...

Delay on legal marijuana gives the OPP more time

Despite the possibility of marijuana legalization being pushed back, the OPP says it’s ready. This comes after Prime Minister Justin...

OPP search for stolen ATV

Leeds County OPP are asking for the public's help after an ATV was stolen. Police say the ATV was stolen...

Prescott man arrested by Smiths Falls Police

A Prescott man has been arrested for outstanding warrants. That's according to the Smiths Fall Police Service, who says the...

Ice safety with the OPP

The OPP is reminding residents to be careful around frozen bodies of water this winter season. Constable Catherine Yarmel says...

Smiths Falls Council support cannabis retailer

Smiths Falls Council is supporting an effort to get a cannabis store in the town. If council’s support works, there...

Winter Driving Tips from the OPP

The OPP is reminding residents to be extra cautious while driving in snowy weather this winter season. OPP Constable Catherine...

Kidde fire extinguisher recall

Local fire services are asking you to check the fire extinguishers in your home in case they’ve been recalled Kidde...
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More than 9,800 charges laid by OPP over the Thanksgiving long weekend

OPP says more than 9,800 charges were laid over the Thanksgiving long weekend across the province

Police: Driver charged after caught traveling 100 kilometres over the speed limit

Police say excessive speed continues to be one of the leading factors in serious and fatal collisions on area roads

North Augusta Recreation Committee hosting Kids Halloween Party

Halloween is getting closer and the festivities are getting underway

Police: Motorists and cyclists need to work together to share the road

Police are reminding driver's that they share the road with motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians

Police reminding drivers to make sure their insurance is up-to-date

It's an important reminder to make sure your vehicle's insurance is up-to-date
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