The campaign, ran Oct. 9 and 12, focused on the leading negative driving behaviours that contribute to death, injury and property damage on Ontario roads and highways: speeding, failure to wear a seatbelt, distracted driving, impaired driving and fatigue.
Police
Perth OPP board receives update on Police Governance Ontario zone
MONKTON – The Perth County OPP Detachment Board received an update on its membership with Police Governance Ontario (PGO), including changes planned for how the organization’s regional zones will operate beginning in 2027.
Perth County Battle of the Badges; RIDE programs continue through October
WEST PERTH – The Perth County OPP in partnership with the Perth County Mutual Firefighters hosted a charity hockey game Oct. 18.
Fire Chief Chad Kregar appointed as Huron County fire coordinator for another four-year term
North Huron council supports and acknowledges Fire Chief Chad Kregar’s continued appointment in the role of Huron County fire coordinator for another four year term.
Perth OPP report shows drop in property crime, rise in violent offences, fatal collisions
Property crime and overall police charges were down in Perth County through the first nine months of 2026, while violent offences, fatal motor vehicle collisions and some traffic offences increased compared with the same period last year.
Grenade in donated goods leads to evacuation of downtown Wingham
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) report that a box containing an “item... of concern” resulted in a significant police presence and evacuation of the Wingham downtown core last week.
Intimate Partner Violence response an employers’ responsibility, new consultation service helps workplaces prepare
“Meeting this obligation calls for a clear workplace policy and program, proactive risk assessments, and staff training,” and many workplaces lack this expertise.
Huron County OPP saw 131 collisions in summer months, decrease in violent crime
Each time the Huron County OPP board meets, the detachment commander provides data tables of the latest in local crime occurrences. At their Sept. 21 meeting, Inspector Laura Lee Brown’s report paints a picture of July and August in the county, and the charges put forth from Huron County OPP.
Council supports letter to reconsider OPP costs
During their meeting Sept. 21, North Huron council carried a motion to send a letter of support for the Township of McNab/Braeside.
Perth OPP concerned by impaired driving numbers over August long weekend
PERTH COUNTY – Seven impaired driving charges laid over the Civic Holiday long weekend are raising concerns for Perth County OPP, as police say impaired driving continues to be a persistent problem on local roads.
Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge
Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.
Province caps OPP costs at 11 per cent, again
The significant and increasing cost of OPP policing for municipalities has been a topic of discussion throughout local municipalities in recent years.
OPP youth in policing shares summer student experience
The Huron County OPP detachment participated in the 2026 OPP Youth in Policing Initiative (YIPI) paid summer employment opportunity.
North Perth resident arrested with three stolen vehicles, property linked to break and enter
NORTH PERTH – One person has been charged with multiple offences following the execution of a residential search warrant at a property on Perth Road 178, near the border of Huron County.
OPP report increased violent crime, reductions in property crime, fraud
MONKTON – Violent crime has increased in Perth County in July, while police continued to see reductions in property crime, fraud and injury collisions.
