A Belleville court case involving serious offences against a child is now moving toward sentencing, with a date set for early May. According to court information, Brian Robert Reid was found guilty earlier this year in connection with a child exploitation case. The court is expected to determine his sentence on May 4th, 2026.

Motorists are being advised of a road closure in the area following a reported collision. According to Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the eastbound lanes of Old Highway 2 are currently closed between Aikins Road and Montrose Road in Quinte West.

A 61-year-old Frankford man is facing impaired driving charges following a traffic stop in the early morning hours of April 17th. According to the Belleville Police Service, officers conducted a traffic stop at approximately 1:46am on Wallbridge Loyalist Road. During the interaction with the driver, an investigation was initiated, which led to an arrest.

A 30-year-old Belleville man has been arrested and charged following an investigation by the Belleville Police Service’s Internet Child Exploitation Unit. Police say the arrest took place on Friday, April 10th, 2026, after an investigation into alleged online offences involving a minor.

A dog has been reported missing in the Campbellford area after failing to return home late last night. Blackie, described as a friendly and gentle family pet, was let outside briefly and did not come back. He was last seen in the IXL Road and Church area and is believed to still be somewhere nearby.

On April 14th at 8:08 pm, Belleville Police responded to multiple calls regarding a vehicle being driven recklessly in a business parking lot in the city’s north end. Further investigation revealed that the male suspect had attempted to leave the business without paying for merchandise. When an employee tried to stop him, he shoved the employee to the ground, took their cellphone, and fled to his vehicle with the stolen items.

A Liberal majority government has now been established in Canada, prompting discussion about how the country is governed and how political power is formed. The Liberal Party of Canada, led by Mark Carney, now holds enough seats in the House of Commons to pass legislation without support from other parties. This position was reached through a combination of by-election outcomes and Members of Parliament changing party affiliation.

Initial reports of minor shaking came from the Madoc area on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, following a small earthquake in western Quebec. According to Earthquakes Canada, the quake came in at a magnitude of 3.9 and occurred at approximately 12:36 p.m., with its epicentre located near the Ontario–Quebec border, northeast of Shawville, Quebec.

A 39-year-old Peterborough man remains in custody following an early morning robbery involving a weapon. According to the Peterborough Police Service, officers responded to the area of Sherbrooke Street and George Street North at approximately 3:30 a.m. on April 14th, 2026, after receiving reports of an injured individual.

A 28-year-old woman is facing a theft charge following a shoplifting incident reported at a business in Belleville’s north end. According to Belleville Police, officers were called to the store on April 13th at approximately 6:27 p.m. after staff reported observing a woman conceal merchandise and leave the premises without paying.

A suspected impaired driver was arrested early Saturday morning after a single-vehicle crash and a brief foot pursuit involving Belleville Police Service. Police say the incident occurred at approximately 1:44 a.m. near Old Highway 2 and Point Anne Road, where officers responded to reports of a vehicle swerving into oncoming traffic.

Residents along the Trent River are being urged to take immediate precautions as a Flood Warning has replaced the previous Flood Watch, indicating conditions have worsened since the previous Flood Watch. Residents can view the official statement from Lower Trent Conservation here:https://ltc.on.ca/water_bulletins/flood-warning-trent-river/

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 21-year-old male identified as Logan Les

A series of investigations and a traffic stop led to a busy and productive day for Belleville Police on April 9th, 2026, resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of fentanyl, cocaine, cash, and weapons.

A late-night collision in Belleville’s west end has resulted in multiple charges after a suspected impaired driver crashed into several vehicles before striking a hydro pole. Belleville Police were called to the area around 11:57 p.m. on April 8th following reports of a vehicle driving erratically and colliding with other cars. The situation escalated when the vehicle ultimately left the roadway and crashed into a hydro pole, bringing it to a stop.

| Photo Taken by: Daniela Pereira of Small Town News | At around 8:15 a.m., the platforms at the O-Train fill with the quiet choreography of the early commute. Students sip their coffee, white-collar workers check their emails, and commuters wait patiently as the train pulls into the station. When you step on and grab a seat, you are met with a mosaic of different faces. Each one reveals a different story and heads into a different destination, acting as a symbol of the many

A bold attempted theft in Belleville quickly escalated into a chaotic scene on Sunday, leaving multiple vehicles damaged and a suspect in custody thanks to the actions of nearby witnesses. On April 5th at approximately 2:41 p.m., members of the Belleville Police Service responded to a business located along Old Highway 2 following reports of an attempted theft involving a recreational vehicle. According to police, an unknown male attempted to steal an RV from the property

Motorists travelling along Highway 401 westbound near Deseronto are being advised of significant delays following a collision in the area. The incident occurred at the Highway 49 interchange (IC 566), near Marysville Road, where emergency crews are currently on scene.

A late-night traffic complaint from a concerned resident has resulted in impaired driving charges following a police response in Prince Edward County. According to the Ontario Provincial Police, officers with the Prince Edward County Detachment received a report around 10:45 p.m. on Friday, March 27th, 2026, regarding a vehicle allegedly being driven in a dangerous manner. Police were able to locate the vehicle shortly after and initiated an investigation.

A coordinated series of drug investigations in Belleville has led to numerous arrests and the seizure of significant quantities of illegal drugs, marking a strong step forward in addressing trafficking in the community while also underscoring the ongoing concerns surrounding substance-related activity in the region. Members of the Belleville Police Drug Unit, supported by the K9 Unit and Emergency Response Unit, executed multiple search warrants across the city over two da