FATAL COLLISION IN EMBRUN (RUSSELL, ON) – On July 14, 2018 shortly after 10:00 AM, officers of the Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision involving four vehicles on St-Guillaume Road, near the Town of Embrun in Russell Township. Despite concerted efforts by police, fireContinue Reading
Cornwall Ontario – The OPP are reporting a two vehicle collision at the intersection of McPhail Road and 138. Emergency vehicles are present. If you see news happen email us your videos or photos to info@cornwallfreenews.com COLLISION: McPhail Rd at Hwy138 #Cornwall – 2 vehicles, in the intersection. Emergency servicesContinue Reading
Cornwall Ontario – One of the reasons so many journalists end up with PTSD is that we face the raw public. While rarely to the same degree as our brave and talented emergency services or armed forces it can get pretty ugly, and it accumulates over the years. Something thatContinue Reading
(LEEDS, ON.) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Leeds County are continuing an investigation after a suspect fleeing from police leads them to Ottawa. On July 15, 2018 at about 7:30 AM, officers of the Leeds County OPP detachment were dispatched to a gas theft at the HighwayContinue Reading
CORNWALL ONTARIO – Now in its 29th year, PwC MS Bike – Ottawa to Cornwall is one of the most popular cycling events in eastern Ontario and it’s fast approaching. It will take place Aug. 18-19 and the Cornwall Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada is looking forContinue Reading
WARRANT Cornwall, ON – Ashton Markell, 29 of Cornwall was arrested on July 13th, 2018 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged the man failed to attend court on June 28th, 2018 for a threats charge and a warrant was issued for his arrest. The man was locatedContinue Reading
Cornwall Ontario – It’s really weird getting stopped in public places and asked to talk about politics and in particular my running for office again this 2018 election. The most common theme I heard over the weekend is that this town would putrefy with David Murphy as mayor. I can’tContinue Reading
Food Recall Warning – Europe’s Best brand Field Berry Mixes recalled due to Salmonella Recall date: July 13, 2018 Reason for recall: Microbiological – Salmonella Hazard classification: Class 2 Company / Firm: Hain Celestial Canada, ULC Distribution: National Extent of the distribution: Retail Recall details Ottawa, July 13, 2018 – HainContinue Reading
Cornwall Ontario – The OPP are reporting a mess on highway 401 westbound between Moulinette Road and the Cornwall Ontario Brookdale exit. We will update as more info becomes available. ROAD CLOSURE: #Hwy401 WB between Brookdale Ave and Moulinette Rd #Cornwall – Road CLOSED following collision, reopening time unknown. ^lmContinue Reading
Cornwall Ontario – So I was having a beverage with a gentleman I was expecting to run for mayor of Cornwall Ontario. He was bright, successful, connected to the community and had the gift of gab. He was clearly far superior to the only person to put their name forthContinue Reading
Cornwall Ontario – A triplex went up in flames just after midnight in Cornwall Ontario. The building, near La Maison was destroyed and an investigation will continue. No injuries were reported. Witnesses reported hearing a LOUD BOOM before the building went up in flames. Kudos to the brave and talentedContinue Reading
Cornwall Ontario – A humid front of hot liquid filled joy will burst over the Cornwall Ontario region today. Expect rains followed by Thunderstorms starting this morning and into tomorrow. Expect 10-15mm of rain before Sunday which will be even hotter with a humidex over 35. It’s a great weekendContinue Reading
Ottawa man and woman charged with Human Trafficking offenses (Ottawa)—A human trafficking investigation was commenced after a victim came forward to report incidents from June to December 2017. The Ottawa Police Human Trafficking Unit investigated the historical matter and today, a search warrant was executed without incident in the 2800Continue Reading
BAIL VIOLATION (NORTH GLENGARRY, ON) – On July 05, 2018 at approximately 7:25am, Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Ontario Provincial Police officers conducted a traffic stop. Investigation indicated that a male was breaching a release condition and found to be in possession of an illegal drug. Christian Claude SEGUINContinue Reading
Search Warrant Prescott (Prescott, ON.) – Grenville County Ontario Provincial Police and the Ontario Provincial Police Community Street Crime Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in Prescott. On July 13, 2018, before noon, police entered a residence on Ann Street. Brandon BROWN, age 26 of Prescott is charged with: Possession of cannabis marihuana forContinue Reading
BREACH Cornwall, ON – Marc Martin, 26, of Iroquois was arrested on July 12th, 2018 and charged with breach of recognizance for not abiding by a curfew and breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged on July 9th, 2018 the man was seen in breachContinue Reading
Cornwall Ontario – The problem with a lack of community leadership is that issues can bite you in the bum before you realize what hit you. Corruption and political impotence do not lead to a successful community. While the ol rumours and allegations about a certain former mayor’s love forContinue Reading
DOMESTIC ASSAULT Cornwall, ON – A 26-year-old Cornwall woman was arrested on July 12th, 2018 and charged with domestic assault. It is alleged on July 12th, 2018 the woman assaulted her girlfriend and police were contacted to investigate. During the investigation, she was taken into custody, charged accordingly and heldContinue Reading