Ontario Free Press
(Wingham, North Huron) Huron County Pride recently contacted municipal candidates and asked four questions about Pride Month, flying the Pride flag, participation in Pride events, and the responsibilities elected officials have toward 2SLGBTQIA+ residents. North Huron Reeve candidate Stephen “Buck” Hill has responded openly to those questions below. My answers are based on a simple […]
The Windsor Police Service has charged a social worker following an investigation into fraudulent insurance billings for therapy sessions. Members of the Financial Crimes Unit launched an investigation after receiving a report that an insurance company had transferred funds to a social worker for therapy sessions that did not take place. Investigators learned that, between […]
The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 34-year-old man after two vehicles were deliberately set on fire. Shortly after 7 a.m. on September 9, 2026, officers responded to a report of a vehicle fire in the 100 block of Park Street. Upon arrival, officers learned that a second parked vehicle had also been set […]
A 14-year-old youth has been arrested after a firearm incident in the city’s west end. Shortly after 6:30 p.m. on September 7, 2026, officers responded to a report of a person with a gun in the area of Vera Place and Church Street. Officers learned that a male was sitting on the front steps of […]
Vehicle Entries Police are investigating two reports of vehicles being entered. On Wednesday, police received a report that a vehicle parked on Verna Street had been entered sometime overnight. No damage was reported. A dog bark collar, safety glasses, a small amount of change and several rings were reported stolen. ST26017406 On Tuesday, a vehicle […]
(INNISFIL, ON) – South Simcoe Police officers have recovered more than $165,000 worth of stolen vehicles and property following an investigation into a theft in progress in the Town of Innisfil. On September 7, 2026, at approximately 4:20 a.m., police observed a vehicle and encountered suspects who were actively involved in a theft at an industrial […]
On September 8, 2026, officers with Patrol Services charged 26-year-old Wade Sabourin of Pic Mobert First Nation with assaulting and resisting peace officers. Around 9:15 p.m., 911 Communicators received a report of an unwanted person at a business in the 200 block of Great Northern Road. Officers were dispatched to the scene and directed the […]
On September 9, 2026, officers with Patrol Services, charged 25-year-old Justin Marcello with aggravated assault and assault with a weapon. Around 1:30 a.m., 911 Communicators received a report of an assault at a residence in the 0-100 block of Blucher Street. Officers were dispatched to the scene. An investigation revealed the accused had stabbed a […]
On September 9, 2026, officers with Patrol Services charged a 17-year-old with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and other offences. Around 12:25 p.m., 911 Communicators received a report of a youth in possession of a weapon in the 200 block of Albert Street West. Officers were dispatched to the scene and arrested […]
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a sudden death in Kitchener. On September 10, 2026, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a female was found deceased in the area of Mooregate Crescent. The death is not considered suspicious. Anyone with information is asked to contact WRPS’ General Investigations Unit at 519-570-9777, extension 4496. WRPS Public Information Unit
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