The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is requesting the public's assistance in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant as a result of a breach of their Statutory Release. Jeffrey SPARKS is described as a Caucasian Male, 67 years old, 5'11" (180cm), 209lbs (94kgs), grey hair, a...

Lennox and Addington County members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a person with impaired driving related charges overnight. On Monday November 17, 2025, just before 11:00 p.m., L&A County OPP members were advised of a traffic complaint involving a possible impaired driver travelling westbound ...

A party leader that was once left on the sidelines provided a refreshing reminder of what politics should be about last night in Ottawa. As we narrowly avoided a Christmas election campaign when the federal budget passed by a final tally of 170-168 (thanks in part to four people who didn't vote), one of the "yay's...

Bay of Quinte MP Chris Malette expressed some relief after the federal budget cleared a key hurdle on Monday night. Members of Parliament passed the confidence vote by a final tally of 170 to 168. Green MP Elizabeth May voted in favour of the spending plan after receiving assurances that the Liberal Government will mee...

Hastings - Lennox and Addington - Tyendinaga MP Shelby Kramp-Neuman says it's time to turn the page and make Canada more affordable for everyone. Kramp-Neuman voted against the federal budget last night. It passed by a final tally of 170-168, with two Conservatives and two NDP abstaining. Kramp-Neuman provided the foll...

The County of Prince Edward's draft 2026 budget focuses on investing in key infrastructure and delivering vital services that contribute to a thriving and vibrant community. "This budget represents more than numbers on a page - it is a reflection of our shared priorities, values, and vision for the future of our c...

Before it was Amer Sports, it was known locally as Wilson Sports, but no matter the name Amer Sports has been a sports equipment distributor in the Bay of Quinte for the last 55 years. Amer Sports is a globally recognized sporting equipment company, part of a global group of sports and outdoor brands. They carry 10 bra...

The leadership team has been chosen for the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board. At Monday night's Inaugural Meeting, Dr. Kari Kramp (Central Hastings), was elected Chair of the Board for a one-year term, effective immediately. Through that role, she will also be the chair and member of the Governance and ...

CUPE local 1842 and Hastings-Quinte Paramedic Services are inviting the community to join us for our annual "Fill Our Wheels With Holiday Meals" food drive this Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Belleville Metro. This annual initiative brings together paramedics and community member...

The Children's Foundation highlighted a number of programs as part of their festive newsletter.

The City of Quinte West has its new Director of Public Works and Environmental Services. City officials announced the appointment of Matt Tracey to the position on Monday. Matt Tracey has worked for the City of Quinte West since July 2009 when he was hired as Manager of Water and Wastewater Services. Before joining the...

Belleville Police is seeking video footage and information in a mischief incident early Saturday morning. Around 4:20 a.m., Belleville Police received a report that the door of a residence on Raycroft Drive had been kicked in, but when officers arrived, no suspects were present. On video footage, police spotted four un...

An annual campaign to raise money for high-priority medical equipment is back in Campbellford. Martha Hunt, Chair of the Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation, has announced the launch of the 19th Annual Angels of Care Campaign, focused on funding new medical equipment for the Laboratory, Endoscopy Program, Diagnos...

A domestic dispute turned violent in east-end Belleville on Saturday. Officers received a report about a verbal argument between a man and a woman escalating and the woman reportedly smashing two coffee cups, then attempting to choke the man. It was also reported that the woman struck the man in the back with a broom h...

UPDATE: RCAF Road has reopened to traffic following a closure earlier today. The southbound lane of RCAF Road from Johnson Drive to Highway 2 was closed this afternoon due to a hydro outage. ORIGINAL STORY A quick traffic note for those in Quinte West. The southbound lane of RCAF Road from Johnson Drive to Highway 2 is...

A reported hostage situation involving a child over the weekend in Belleville has resulted in charges for a Belleville man. Around 9:40 on Saturday night, a report came to police about screaming coming from a west end residence. Officers arrived to find a male holding a young child, then that male brandished a knife be...

Tyendinaga Police and OPP personnel have put a wrap on a large-scale investigation into illicit cannabis production sites from earlier this fall. An additional 46,700 illicit cannabis plants have been seized at a value of $79 million and 53 charges were laid against 24 individuals following enforcement efforts on the T...

Firefighters will be 'rocking' at the Trenton Curling Club later this week. The John Cowell Firefighter Bonspiel, one of the longest-running sporting traditions within the Department of National Defense, returns for its 57th annual edition from November 20-22. Firefighters and curlers of all experience levels are invit...

Belleville will take a significant step forward on Tuesday as the city plans to spend tens of millions of dollars on big ticket items in 2026. Council will meet to approve the capital budget and also the 10-year craft capital plan. The capital budget for Belleville for next year currently sits at 55.5 million dollars, ...

The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Carey Smith-Dewey as incoming Director of Education. Carey's professional journey has been rooted in the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board from the very beginning. After graduating from Nicholson Ca...