Update: As of 5:41pm the accidents have been cleared and traffic should return to normal Drivers are being advised to avoid Highway 401 near County Road 4 in the Lennox & Addington County area after a pair of collisions brought traffic to a halt in both directions earlier this afternoon. According to early reports, an initial motor vehicle collision occurred in the eastbound lanes, leaving only one lane open to traffic. Shortly after, a secondary crash took place in the westbound lanes, believed to be caused by drivers slowing down to look at the first scene. The result has been major congestion and a complete stop of traffic in both directions. Emergency crews are currently on scene working to clear the roadway and assist those involved. There’s no official word yet on injuries or when the highway will fully reopen. Motorists are urged to avoid the area, plan alternate routes, and use caution when traveling near the scene. Please share this notice to help keep others informed and give them a heads up if they're traveling in the area. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 Small Business Spotlight If you wish to advertise with us please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com

(Trenton, ON) Update: as of 8:03pm the roads have been reopened. Queen Street from Wilkins Street to Creswell Drive has been closed to traffic until further notice following a structure fire in the area. Emergency crews remain on scene working to contain the situation and ensure public safety. Residents and motorists are being asked to avoid the area to allow first responders to operate safely and efficiently. An official notice will be issued once the road has reopened. If you have photos, videos, or updates from the scene, please share them with us at Small Town News to help keep the community informed of the situation as it evolves To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 Small Business Spotlight If you wish to advertise with us please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com

(Cobourg, ON) The Cobourg Police Service is investigating a reported break and enter that occurred early Tuesday morning, October 8, 2025, at approximately 1:10 a.m. Officers responded to a building in the area of Third Street, where they discovered insecure doors and a window that appeared to have been forced open. Police are currently working alongside the property owner to determine whether any items were taken during the incident. Investigators are asking anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in the area around that time to come forward. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Cobourg Police Service at 905-372-6821 or provide an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS or visiting stopcrimehere.ca. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to share this post or provide information. Your help truly makes a difference in keeping our community safe. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 Small Business Spotlight If you wish to advertise with us please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com

(Trenton, ON) Update: As of 5:50pm Eastbound lanes on Dundas Street East have reopened and Westbound lanes should be reopening shortly. Crews will be working tomorrow morning to finish repairs. Please plan ahead and drive safe. A Quinte West OPP officer was involved in a two-vehicle collision Tuesday morning on Dundas Street East, briefly disrupting traffic for several hours and drawing a swift response from emergency crews. The incident occurred shortly after 10:00 a.m., when two vehicles collided and one struck a light pole, bringing down a hydro line. Crews arrived quickly to make the area safe and guide traffic around the scene. Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported, and both drivers received care and support following the accident. At this time, the circumstances that led up to the collision remain unclear, and out of respect for everyone involved, Small Town News does not assign or imply blame to any party. Traffic is being redirected for a period through RCAF Road, Curtis Road, and Dixon Drive, with continued access to local businesses available through the Canadian Tire parking lot. Our thoughts are with all those involved, including the Quinte West Officer. Motorists are reminded to stay cautious, patient, and alert when travelling through busy areas. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 Small Business Spotlight If you wish to advertise with us please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com

(Gravenhurst, ON) 🔥 Gravenhurst Wildfire Update (10:38 PM): Crews have contained the Beiers Road fire down to about 5 hectares with aircraft support from Ontario Forest Fires. The blaze remains active, and smoke may linger for a few days. Beiers Road will stay closed for firefighting operations, please avoid the area. Firefighters are currently responding to a fast-moving wildfire that broke out earlier this afternoon just south of Gravenhurst, near Beiers Road. Officials estimate the blaze to be roughly 40 hectares in size, making it one of the largest wildfires reported this year in Southern Ontario. The fire has expanded quickly, having started only a couple of hours ago, and officials caution that the size estimate may change as assessments continue. Multiple fire departments from surrounding communities have joined the response, and water bombers are actively working the scene in an effort to contain the spread. At this time, no evacuation orders have been issued, though residents are urged to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to operate safely. Authorities continue to monitor conditions closely, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 Small Business Spotlight If you wish to advertise with us please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com

The Quinte West Ontario Provincial Police are inviting the community to come together this weekend for their annual Cram-a-Cruiser event. It's a local initiative that helps support the Trenton Food Bank and families in need as we head into the colder months. Officers will be parked outside Metro in Trenton on Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., encouraging residents to “cram” the back of a police cruiser with non-perishable food items. The event continues on Saturday between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., giving those who can’t make it Friday another chance to contribute. Along with food donations, cash contributions will also be accepted and go directly toward helping local families who rely on the Trenton Food Bank’s services. The Cram-a-Cruiser campaign has become a staple community event, showcasing how much of an impact small acts of kindness can make when everyone works together. Whether it’s a few cans of soup or a small financial donation, every contribution helps fill a plate and bring relief to someone in need. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 If you wish to advertise with us please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com

(Peterborough, ON) The Peterborough County OPP are warning residents to stay alert following a recent fraud case involving a scammer posing as a representative from the Equifax Fraud Department. Police say the victim reported receiving a phone call from someone claiming their bank accounts had been compromised. The caller instructed the victim to cut up their debit cards, place them in a box outside their residence for collection, and provide a photo of their identification. A cell phone was later delivered to the victim’s home to assist with sending the requested image. After complying, the victim discovered multiple fraudulent transactions had occurred in their bank accounts. The OPP reminds the public that Equifax will never directly contact individuals about potential breaches or ask for personal information. If an account has been compromised, the notification will always come from your financial institution. Equifax does not initiate unsolicited phone calls, text messages, or deliveries requesting private or banking details. These are common tactics used by scammers to build trust and gain access to sensitive information. Residents are urged to remain cautious and never share personal or financial information based on a phone call alone. If you believe you’ve been targeted or victimized by a scam, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501. More information on how to recognize and protect yourself from scams is available at www.ontario.ca/page/identify-scam-or-fraud. The OPP also encourages anyone with knowledge of unlawful activity to report it anonymously through Crime Stoppers at stopcrimehere.ca or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Please share this notice and help keep others informed To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 Small Business Spotlight If you wish to advertise with us please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com

Belleville Police have arrested a 34-year-old man in connection with a fraud case that began after a wallet was stolen from a vehicle earlier this week. On October 1st, police received a report that an unknown individual had entered a vehicle overnight and stolen a wallet. The victim later discovered that their debit and credit cards had been used at several businesses throughout the night. Officers attended one of the affected locations and reviewed security footage, which showed a man making purchases using the stolen cards. The suspect was identified by officers as someone known to police. The following day, on October 2nd at approximately 1:08 p.m., police responded to a report of an unwanted person in the city’s west end. When officers arrived, they recognized the man as the suspect from the fraud investigation. As a result, a 34-year-old Belleville man with no fixed address was arrested and charged with two counts of Fraud Under $5,000 . He was held in custody pending a bail hearing. This incident serves as a reminder to lock your vehicles and keep valued possessions with you at all times. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 Small Business Spotlight If you wish to advertise with us, please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com

A beloved companion has gone missing near Buckhorn, close to Sandy Lake, and the owner is urgently seeking help. The indoor cat, known for being friendly and social, escaped from a cottage at 1240 Lakehurst. The owner, Veronica Kucherov, has spent the entire day searching for the pet, but with plans to return to Toronto tomorrow, time is running out. The cat is likely frightened and hiding, making it even more crucial for the community’s assistance. Anyone who spots the cat is asked to contact Veronica directly on Facebook. She is ready to pick up the cat immediately and is heartbroken over her missing companion. Please share this alert to help bring the cat safely home. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6

Update Friday, October 3rd: As of 9:03am trains seem to be moving normally and as scheduled. A stop train order was issued Thursday evening along the rail corridor stretching from Oshawa through to Tyendinaga Territory, near Belleville, after a fatality occurred in the area of Bowmanville. Authorities responded quickly to the scene, and all train traffic along this corridor was brought to a halt while the investigation continued. Rail officials and local authorities are working together to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The disruption has affected rail service through the region, with trains being held until clearance is given for the line to reopen. Our community extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the individual who lost their life, as well as to the train crew involved, who are also deeply impacted by this tragic event. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 Small Business Spotlight If you wish to advertise with us please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com

As the leaves turn colourful and the fields fill with golden corn and hay, the hum of engines signals that tractors, combines, balers and wagons are rolling along local roads. These familiar neighbours remind us that a little patience goes a long way this time of year. Give a wagon some space now, and the community will reap the rewards later. Farm vehicles are required to display a bright orange Slow Moving Vehicle sign and cannot exceed 40 kilometers per hour. They may seem slow to some, but that steady pace keeps everyone safe and lets farmers focus on the job at hand: bringing in the harvest. Drivers should be patient and give farm equipment plenty of space to make wide turns, which are a normal part of life on the farm. Passing at intersections is not recommended, and extra caution is needed when machinery has front attachments, like combine headers or balers, that can be difficult to see from behind. Blind spots are another consideration - if you can’t see the operator in their mirrors, they probably can’t see you, and following too closely is risky since farm equipment brakes more slowly than passenger vehicles.  Harvest season means busy days for farmers as they bring in corn, hay and other crops. Local roads may be busier than usual, but slowing down and giving machinery space isn’t just about safety, it’s about supporting your community. After all, these are your neighbours out there working hard to bring in the harvest. Every safe kilometer is a friendly nod to the farmers putting food on our tables. Sharing the road safely can be easy and even neighbourly. Waiting patiently behind a tractor, giving a wagon room to turn, and steering clear of blind spots shows respect for the work farmers do and helps keep everyone safe.  Harvest only lasts a short while, and a little courtesy goes a long way. By taking the time to share the road, drivers help protect both themselves and the farmers who make the community thrive. A little patience now means a full plate later. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6

(Northumberland, ON) A stolen transport truck has been recovered by the Northumberland OPP following a pursuit along Highway 401 that ended in two arrests. Around 6:20 a.m. on Monday, officers received reports that a tractor-trailer stolen from Cornwall was heading west on Highway 401 near Belleville. Police attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver failed to comply and exited at County Road 25 in Cramahe Township. After the vehicle was abandoned, both occupants ran from the scene. The OPP’s K9 Unit was deployed to assist in the search, and the suspects were located shortly afterward. Two Caledon residents were arrested. Gurmanveer Sing, 25, is facing multiple charges including theft of a motor vehicle, theft over $5,000, possession of stolen property, possession of break-in tools, dangerous driving, flight from police, and resisting arrest. Anshdeep Kang, 21, has been charged with theft of a motor vehicle, theft over $5,000, possession of stolen property, possession of break-in tools, mischief, and resisting arrest. Both individuals remain in custody and are scheduled to appear in court in Cobourg for bail hearings. To keep updated with our latest news articles by having them sent straight to your email please visit www.smalltownproductions.org/signup  or check out our other articles at www.smalltownproductions.org/news Link for Donations We’re proudly independent, with no corporate or political ties, just a commitment to truthful, fact-based reporting. Your support not only helps us stay free from outside influence but also allows us to give back to the communities we serve through meaningful coverage, outreach, and support where it matters most. If you value honest local journalism, please consider donating through the link below. Anything helps us keep you informed and make a real difference.   https://square.link/u/3N7yXqU6 Small Business Spotlight If you wish to advertise with us, please email smalltownproductionscanada@gmail.com