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MTO truck stopped in Apsley, OPP lay drinking driving charges

February 11, 2012
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MTO truck stopped in Apsley, OPP lay drinking driving charges

Ontario Provincial Police press release NORTH KAWARTHA Twp. – On Thursday February 9, 2012 at approximately 2:17 P.M. officers from the Peterborough County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped and investigated a driving complaint involving the driver of a white Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Chevrolet Silverado on McFadden Road in the Village of Apsley. As a result of the investigation, a 42-year-old Apsley man has been charged for Impaired Driving and Driving with a Blood/Alcohol Level Exceeding the Legal Limit. He is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in Peterborough...

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2 men charged after illegal hunting probe uncovers break-in near Woodview

February 6, 2012
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2 men charged after illegal hunting probe uncovers break-in near Woodview

View Larger Map Ontario Provincial Police press release NORTH KAWARTHA Twp. – On Saturday February 4, 2012 officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) investigated Illegal Hunting and Break and Enter to a Hull’s Road address. Ministry of Natural Resources officers and their Canine Unit had earlier responded to a complaint of illegal hunting in the Hull’s Road area. They had tracked a wounded deer, locating its carcass and then tracked the suspected hunter and companion. During the track the officers located a shed that had been...

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OPP warn ice unsafe for snowmobiles; here’s tips to say safe this winter

January 22, 2012
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OPP warn ice unsafe for snowmobiles; here’s tips to say safe this winter

Ontario Provincial Police press release PETERBOROUGH —During the early weeks of every winter, a few outdoor enthusiasts want to get their first snow mobile run of the year and assume the ice “looks” safe and end up having close calls or paying with their lives. Consequently, the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding everyone yet again that no ice can be considered 100% safe for travel by any motorized recreational vehicles or trucks, especially at this time of year. Due to unseasonably inconsistent weather, the ice...

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Drive safe this winter, OPP says: here’s some tips, videos

January 22, 2012
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Drive safe this winter, OPP says: here’s some tips, videos

Ontario Provincial Police press release PETERBOROUGH – Winter driving conditions have without a doubt arrived in back in parts of our area and motorists are urged to always be prepared for winter driving. Many locations in the throughout Peterborough County have already experienced an overnight accumulation of snow that has made early morning driving a challenge for some drivers. Motorists should also keep in mind those open areas that are traditionally known where white out conditions occur. As a reminder, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is pleased to offer a few winter safe driving...

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OPP offer these tips for safe winter snowmobile fun

January 19, 2012
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OPP offer these tips for safe winter snowmobile fun

Ontario Provincial Police press release BANCROFT – The Bancroft and area are well into the snowmobile season and the Bancroft OPP would like to remind snowmobile operators that they need to be responsible on area trails. Following a few basic tips can make your snowmobile ride safe and enjoyable.  Make sure that you carry your licence, ownership and insurance on your person. Stay on marked trails and respect private property. Obey the speed limit on trials. Don’t drink and drive. Trail permits are required if operating your machine on an Ontario Federation of Snowmobile...

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Apsley snowmobile crash injures Scarborough man

December 30, 2011
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Apsley snowmobile crash injures Scarborough man

Ontario Provincial Police press release NORTH KAWARTHA, Twp.  – Provincial Police are investigating a collision on McCoy Road south of County Road 504, east of Apsley on Wednesday December 28, 2011. The injured male, a 55 Scarborough man, was operating a 1997 Polaris Indy snow machine, traveling south on McCoy Road. He had just crested a rise on the roadway when he was forced to swerve to the right to avoid a Toyota Tacoma pick-up stopped on the road in front of him. The rider fell off his sled prior to impact and slid...

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Watch out for wildlife while driving on area highways and sideroads, OPP says

November 6, 2011
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Watch out for wildlife while driving on area highways and sideroads, OPP says

Ontario Provincial Police press release PETERBOROUGH COUNTY – Motorists are reminded that when traveling on any of the County’s highways and roadways during early morning and early evening hours that deer, bear and moose may also be traveling on or across those roads. Drivers should always expect the unexpected and not allow radios, fatigue, conversations or cell phones to distract their attention. When driving keep your eyes moving and ensure you check the roadway ahead and ditches on either side as you travel. Be prepared to act because domestic and wild animals may be...

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Coe Hill, Bancroft, Denbigh without power this morning

October 20, 2011
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Coe Hill, Bancroft, Denbigh without power this morning

COE HILL – About 5,000 people were without power in the Coe Hill, Bancroft and Denbigh areas Oct. 20, 2011. The Hydro One storm centre web page shows power outages across eastern Ontario, but the biggest appear to be in the northern Hastings County. As of 8:45 a.m., power is expected to be back on in Coe Hill and Bancroft by 9 a.m., and by 9:45 a.m. in Denbigh. No cause for the power outage was given.

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Brantford man badly hurt in ATV crash at Chandos Lake

October 11, 2011
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Brantford man badly hurt in ATV crash at Chandos Lake

Ontario Provincial Police press release GLEN ALDA – On Friday October 7, 2011 at approximately 11:35 P.M. Provincial Police, North Kawartha Fire Department and Peterborough County Ambulance responded to an ATV collision on Antelope Trail at Springbok Road. The operator of a 2011 Yamaha C7F ATV was riding with friend, travelling north on Antelope Trail when he failed to negotiate a turn ran off the road into a ditch and the ATV vehicle flipped over throwing the driver over the handle bars. As a result of the collision, a 41 year old Brantford man...

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Ontario Fire Prevention week 2011 underway – learn to protect your family

October 9, 2011
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Ontario Fire Prevention week 2011 underway – learn to protect your family

Press release from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office Fire Prevention Week is October 9 to 15, 2011. This year’s theme is Protect Your Family from Fire. Designed to reduce the number of injuries and fatalities from fires, the theme emphasizes the importance of Ontarians taking responsibility for fire safety in their own homes. Fire departments across the province will host events throughout the week that focus on a variety of fire safety measures to help Ontario families protect themselves from fire, including: - Preventing cooking fires: The leading cause of residential fires in Ontario...

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