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CTV News
3 days ago
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York police locate convicted sexual assaulter who had gone missing
York police are searching for 32-year-old Ryan Vandenakker, of Newmarket, who is convicted of three counts of sexual assault involving separate victims. Police say they've located a man from Newmarket who had gone missing after being convicted of multiple sexual assaults. In a release on Sunday, investigators with York police say 32-year-old Ryan Vandenakker was convicted of three counts of sexual assault involving separate victims. The offences occurred between 2018 and 2021, according to police. They say Vandenakker was reported missing on July 24 after failing to appear at the Superior Court of Justice in Newmarket for his sentencing. Despite his absence, police say Vandenakker was sentenced to seven years in prison. Police had issued a warrant of committal, along with a warrant in the first for his arrest. They say Vandenakker was found on Sunday in Orangeville. He's now facing additional charges of fail to appear and fail to comply with a release order.
CTV News
16-07-2025
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A late-night R.I.D.E. stop led to a slew of charges
A breathalyzer with handcuffs shown in this undated file image. Photo: DUFFERIN OPP A Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) stop on Centre Street in Orangeville netted an alleged impaired driver. Dufferin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) pulled over a car at 1:15 a.m. on July 4. Police officers determined the Orangeville resident was impaired and charged him with: Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) Operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs Driving a motor vehicle with liquor readily available Driving a motor vehicle with no currently validated permit The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. In addition, his driver's licence was suspended, and his vehicle was impounded. The Dufferin OPP asks all motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, call 911 immediately or contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
CTV News
17-06-2025
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The votes are in: Orangeville park project one step closer to reality
After nearly 1,000 ballots were cast, Orangeville residents have chosen the winning design for Rotary Park's new playground, a project that the Town says promises to breath new life into the future of the park. The winning concept for the park located in the town's east end captured 51 per cent of the vote, edging out the other options and setting the stage for the park's next chapter. The Town will now work with consultants, the playground contractor and the Rotary Club of Orangeville to turn the design into reality. 'We're excited to begin work and can't wait to welcome everyone back to play when it's done," stated Heather Savage, general manager of Community Services. With the design selected, equipment will be ordered, and site preparation will begin. The playground replacement is part of a broader redevelopment that began last year with infrastructure work. The full plan, presented to council in 2022, includes tennis and pickleball courts, parking, an artificial skating loop, sports fields and a clubhouse. The Rotary Club of Orangeville committed to contribute $250,000 over seven years to the project, raised through events like the annual Rotary Ribfest. 'Rotary Park has been an important part of our community since it opened in the 1980s. This project allows the park to continue meeting the needs of Orangeville now and as it moves into the future. We look forward to seeing it completed," said Ingrid Sproxton, president, the Rotary Club of Orangeville. The Town anticipates the playground will be ready for the community to enjoy sometime this fall.
CTV News
12-06-2025
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Alleged butter thief nabbed yellow-handed
Butter is seen on the shelves of a grocery store in Montreal, Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi A man who allegedly stole $600 worth of butter from an Orangeville store is behind bars. Provincial police were summoned when a man recognized as the person who had fled with $600 dollars worth of butter on May 28, returned to the scene of the creamy crime on June 5. The store's security personnel recognized the butter connoisseur from his previous visit and held him until police arrived. A 31-year-old Brampton man has been charged with theft under $5,000. He is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville
CTV News
30-05-2025
- General
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Teen charged after threatening message circulates online targeting high school
A teen is facing charges after police say a threatening message was posted online targeting an Orangeville high school last week. OPP officers flooded Orangeville District Secondary School Fri., May 23 to investigate the situation. Police say through the course of the investigation, they were able to identify the source of the post. A 16-year-old was taken into custody and now faces charges of false information, mischief, and breach of recognizance. The accused is scheduled to appear in court to answer to the charges. "The OPP take all public safety threats seriously and provide resources necessary to assess and respond to such threats," provincial police stated. Despite the nature of the threat, the school remained open throughout the day, with staff and students continuing their regular activities amid the heavy police presence.
