Wingham Free Press
Media Release – June 16, 2026 SHOPLIFTING Cornwall, ON – A 48-year-old woman from Cornwall was arrested on June 15, 2026, on the strength of an outstanding warrant. It is alleged on Oct. 26, 2023, the woman attended a Ninth Street East business, selected merchandise and exited the store without making any attempt to pay […]
GGRAVATED ASSAULT, POSSESSION OF WEAPON FOR DANGEROUS PURPOSE Cornwall, ON – A 23-year-old man from Cornwall was arrested on June 11, 2026, and charged with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose. On June 11, 2026, Cornwall Police Service officers were dispatched to a disturbance complaint, and an investigation ensued. It is […]
COBOURG (June 15, 2026) – The Cobourg Police Service is investigating two vehicle thefts reported over the weekend. Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers. Police received a report of a stolen vehicle that is believed to have been taken between approximately 5:30 p.m. on June 12, 2026, and 5:00 a.m. on […]
(PERTH) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are requesting the public’s assistance in relation to incidents of mischief that occurred throughout the county. On June 14, 2026 the Perth County OPP launched an investigation after receiving reports of multiple flag poles being cut down at school properties across Perth County. These incidents occurred […]
(Wingham, North Huron) Police, Municipal Staff, Superior Court & Ombudsman are all on “high alert” in response to an attempted “insurrection”. Security guards now screen anyone attempting to approach council chambers, and to make sure the Public/Press don’t approach or question North Huron council or senior staff. Legal experts agree, what is happening in North […]
Citizen Journalist Sues City of Pickering, Mayor, Council Members & Police Board Over Council Meeting Ban – North Huron Facing Similar Prospect (PICKERING, ON) A controversial trespass notice issued during a public City of Pickering council meeting has now escalated into a major constitutional lawsuit seeking $500,000 in damages and a court ruling that parts […]
COBOURG (May 28, 2026) – A 28-year-old Port Hope man is facing charges after allegedly impersonating a first responder during a medical emergency. In mid-May 2026, the Cobourg Police Service Criminal Investigation Bureau opened an investigation after learning that a man, presenting as a first responder, had attended and entered a private residence without the homeowner’s […]
On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a mischief and harassment at an address in the Town of Clinton, Municipality of Central Huron. As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had committed several mischiefs to property and additional […]
(Wingham, North Huron) North Huron council is now holding meetings in person as required by law. To date, no lawful justification or authority has been cited for the suspension of Democracy since February 19th by current CAO Nelson Santos. During this time, North Huron decided to sell off the museum building without any public consultation, […]
(Wingham, North Huron) Parents across the region are demanding that the Avon Maitland District School Board finally abandon outdated “zero tolerance” thinking that many say punishes victims while bullies continue unchecked. Numerous parents have come forward alleging that students at F.E. Madill Secondary School and other area schools are punished when they finally defend themselves […]