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

Three teenagers are facing charges, and a fourth is wanted, following an alleged assault in Peterborough that police say involved hate-motivated remarks. According to Peterborough Police Service, officers were called to the area of Hilliard Street and Marina Boulevard around 12:20 p.m. on April 1st, 2026.

Belleville Police have laid charges following an investigation into an assault that left one man with injuries earlier this month. According to police, officers received a report on March 31st regarding an incident that occurred on March 21st.

The Belleville Police Service has issued an update today, March 31st, 2026, confirming additional charges in an ongoing investigation involving a member of the Kingston Police Service. Police say the investigation first led to charges on February 11th, 2026, when the officer was charged with criminal harassment.

Police are investigating a reported break-in at a business along County Road 45 in Cobourg. The incident took place at the Esso gas station located at 4723 County Road 45 and is believed to have occurred at approximately 2:00 a.m. Details remain limited at this time, and it has not been confirmed what, if anything, was taken during the break-in.

Residents along the Trent River are advised to use caution as a Flood Watch has been issued, with water levels continuing to rise. Residents can view the official Flood Watch statement from Lower Trent Conservation here:https://ltc.on.ca/water_bulletins/flood-watch-statement-trent-river-04/

On March 28th at approximately 6:44 p.m., officers with Belleville Police were called after a male was observed slumped over in the driver’s seat of a vehicle. When officers arrived, they located the parked vehicle and knocked on the driver’s side window in an attempt to wake the individual.

Bill C-15 has now passed the Senate and is one step closer to becoming law. But for many Canadians, the real question isn’t just what’s in the bill, it’s what it all means. At more than 600 pages, this isn’t a simple piece of legislation. Bill C-15 is what’s known as the budget implementation bill, meaning it brings together a wide range of changes all at once, from taxes and housing to banking, infrastructure, and government powers.

A routine traffic stop in Cobourg has led to multiple charges against a local man after police say a stolen vehicle and controlled substances were discovered. During the stop, police determined the vehicle involved had previously been reported stolen.

Belleville Police provided an update today, March 27th, regarding a lockdown that occurred on March 26th at Centennial Secondary School. According to police, officers were called to the school after receiving a report of an individual believed to be in possession of a firearm inside the building.

| Small Town News | A Division of Small Town Productions | Five individuals have been charged following a police operation in Trent Hills that resulted in the seizure of firearms, suspected drugs, and a significant amount of cash. Police report that members of the Peterborough/Northumberland Community Street Crime Unit, with support from the Ontario Provincial Police K9 Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on Grand Road. As officers searched the property, they locat

On March 22nd, 2026, Cobourg Police Service responded to a reported shoplifting incident in progress at a business located on Elgin Street West, leading to the arrest of two adults and one youth in connection with what investigators describe as organized retail crime.

A Belleville woman is facing multiple charges following a reported domestic incident that has left one individual injured and property damaged. According to the Belleville Police Service, officers spoke with a male on March 25th, 2026, regarding an incident reported to have occurred on March 20th. Police say a verbal altercation between the male and a female escalated during the incident. The female allegedly struck the male in the head and stabbed him with a pair of sc

Several young people are facing charges following three separate assault incidents involving teenage victims on Tuesday, March 24th, 2026. According to police, the incidents occurred throughout the evening, starting around 5:30 p.m. near the food court at Lansdowne Place Mall, where a 15-year-old boy was attacked.

Canadian Armed Forces, Canadian Army Reserve units will be conducting transportation and supply movements between various Ontario communities as part of a large-scale training operation based out of Garrison Petawawa. Convoys are expected to travel along major highways on March 27th, with return movements anticipated on March 29th. Routes include key corridors such as Highways 7, 17, 26, 41, 55, 115, 401, 416, and the 417, which may impact travel through areas surrounding