Casey Kenny

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Election sign interference could be a criminal offence

OPP say they have received reports of election signs being removed, relocated, damaged, discarded, and stolen.

OPP say damaging election signs could lead to charges

Acts of mischief and property damage, police say, can impact property owners, candidates, volunteers, and the community.

Sage advice from OPP as students head back to school

One of the most important responsibilities drivers share is ensuring the safety of children boarding and exiting school buses.

Stay to close to the AC, plus other ways to beat the heat as temperatures soar

Check on older adults, those living alone and other at-risk people in-person or on the phone multiple times a day.

A reminder from OPP on the dangers of jumping from bridges

Hidden dangers include shallow depths, rocks, debris and strong currents.

Ensure you know e-bike rules of the road before you ride

E-bikes, also known as power-assisted bicycles, are subject to Ontario's Highway Traffic Act.

Police say distraction thefts can happen in a matter of seconds

Residents are reminded to stay aware of surroundings, even during routine activities, and be cautious when approached by strangers.

Another 34 impaired drivers charged as part of Festive RIDE campaign 

East Region OPP say they have now arrested and charged a total of 101 people with impaired driving since the initiative began on Nov. 20.

67 impaired charges in OPP Eastern Region Festive RIDE campaign

Drivers charged with impaired had their license suspended for 90-days and their vehicle impounded for seven-days.

Health unit says respiratory illness activity is high in the region

They say the infections are usually caused by viruses like COVID-19, Influenza, RSV, and colds while other germs such as bacteria can cause infections in the lungs.

OPP remind drivers to stop for school buses

Police are reminding drivers that they need to stop when a school bus has its lights on and stop arm extended.

OPP offer reminders for e-scooters

They say municipalities can create by-laws that either allow or restrict the use of e-scooters on their roads and they add that most don't allow them.

OPP cautions fraudulent financial investors on social media

East Region OPP say victims are being contacted through social media platforms by individuals pretending to be legitimate financial investors or advisors.

OPP say to never forget your life jacket

Police say 89 per cent of victims in boating-related drownings were not wearing a life jacket.

Almost $36K raised through North Hastings Hospital Auxiliary Moose FM Radiothon

Every dollar collected goes to helping the hospital purchase equipment that’s not covered elsewhere.

TGIF: North Hastings Hospital Auxiliary Moose FM Radiothon is underway

The radiothon has raised more than $400,000 since it started.
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East Region OPP laid more than 1,500 traffic-related charges during the long weekend

Police say 842 of the charges laid between Friday and Monday were for speeding.

More than 80 guests at Friends for Dinner Sunday for community meal

Guests were treated to turkey, ham, all of the fixings, fresh baked rolls and pies.

Garbage truck breakdown means no pickup in Bancroft

The town said in a social media post that regular collection will start up again next week. 

Friends For Dinner has a seat at the table for everyone

The Sunday night fixture has welcomed community members for 107 Sundays in a row, with a Thanksgiving meal this weekend.

Survey shows municipal election candidates strongly oppose ALTO rail project

A group opposing the federal government’s proposed high-speed rail project has released preliminary survey results showing significant opposition among municipal election candidates in Eastern Ontario.
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