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CTV News
3 days ago
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Parry Sound OPP arrest 2 impaired drivers in 2 days
A series of impaired driving incidents in northern Ontario last weekend kept Ontario Provincial Police busy. A glass of whiskey with ice, car keys and police handcuffs. (File photo/AlexRaths/iStock/Getty Images Plus) The West Parry Sound detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police arrested two impaired drivers in consecutive days following a traffic stop and a public complaint, according to recent news releases. On June 24 at about 10 a.m., officers stopped a vehicle for speeding on Highway 400 in Seguin Township. After speaking with the driver, police initiated an impaired driving investigation. As a result, a 38-year-old Parry Sound man was charged with speeding and two impaired driving offences – including operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of more than 80. RIDE check Ontario Provincial Police conduct a sobriety check in this undated image. (File photo/Supplied/Ontario Provincial Police) The following day at around 8 p.m., police responded to a report of a driver with open alcohol on Isabella Street in Parry Sound. Officers located the vehicle in a parking lot and arrested a 46-year-old local man, charging him with operation while impaired with a blood alcohol concentration exceeding 80 milligrams. In addition to the charges, the vehicles involved was impounded by police for seven days at the owner's expense and both accused also received a 90-day administrative driver's licence suspension. Both accused were released and are scheduled to appear in court in Parry Sound on July 31. 'Make the call' OPP urged the public to report suspected impaired drivers in a related social media post. Report impaired drivers Ontario Provincial Police are urging the public to report suspected impaired drivers. (File photo/Supplied/Ontario Provincial Police) 'Police would like to remind the public to call 911 should they suspect impaired driving,' said Provincial Const. Brandon Charlebois in a related social media post. 'Drive sober.'
CTV News
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
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McDougall, Ont. couple chasing race redemption in season 11 of ‘The Amazing Race Canada'
The Amazing Race Canada brought these McDougall, Ont. racers together in previous seasons, and now Brendan McDougall (Season 8) and Sam May (Season 10) are back as a dating couple seeking race redemption. (CTV) A McDougall, Ontario couple is set to appear in season 11 of The Amazing Race Canada, the country's most-watched summer series. The high stakes, heart pounding, adventure show previously brought Brendan and Sam together and now they're back as a dating couple chasing race redemption. 'We've run this race before, we know what it takes, and we've got the best partners in the world this time,' said Brendan McDougall. Sam and Brendan The Amazing Race Canada brought these McDougall, Ont. racers together in previous seasons, and now Brendan McDougall (Season 8) and Sam May (Season 10) are back as a dating couple seeking race redemption. (CTV) The daring duo living in the Parry Sound area met through the show a few years back. Brendan competed in season eight alongside his brother, while Sam raced with her dad in season 10. 'Our mantra this time is to be slow and steady and just have fun. When you're enjoying yourself, you've already won,' Sam May added. Hosted by Olympic gold medalist Jon Montgomery, The Amazing Race Canada returns Tues., July 8 at 9 p.m., with 11 new Canadian teams setting out on an epic journey. The race kicks off in Edmonton, where last season's winners Katie and Taylor took home the winning title. This time, racers will begin their trek at Commonwealth Stadium and later in the season, for the first time in show history, the race reaches the Arctic Ocean in the Northwest Territories. Sam and Brendan The Amazing Race Canada brought these McDougall, Ont. racers together in previous seasons, and now Brendan McDougall (Season 8) and Sam May (Season 10) are back as a dating couple seeking race redemption. (CTV) The grand prize includes two 2025 Chevrolet Blazer vehicles, a trip around the world, $250,000 and the season 11 title of 'The Amazing Race Canada champions.' To learn more about the other teams competing in season 11, click here.
CTV News
20-06-2025
- CTV News
Thieves accused of stealing $100K of material from Parry Sound area business
Two suspects accused of stealing $100K worth of material caught on security camera. June 2025 (Ontario Provincial Police) Surveillance cameras captured images of two suspects and a vehicle accused in the theft of $100,000 in material from a business in the Parry Sound area earlier this month. Investigators from the West Parry Sound detachment were called to the scene on Oastler Park Drive near Hunter Drive in the Township of Seguin around 11:30 a.m. June 9, Ontario Provincial Police said in a news release Thursday night. 'Approximately $100,000 worth of material was removed from the property between June 7 and June 9, OPP said. 'Suspects and a white cube van were captured by security cameras.' White cube van allegedly used to steal $100K in material from Parry Sound area business White cube van allegedly used to steal $100K in material from Parry Sound area business. June 2025 (Ontario Provincial Police) The crime unit is assisting with the investigation. 'Anyone with information is urged to call the West Parry Sound OPP at 1-888-310-1122,' police said. 'Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000." One of the surveillance images shared by police shows two suspects walking through a yellow gate. Both suspects appear to be wearing black hoodies and white gloves. One of the suspects appears to be wearing brown, knee-length shorts while the second suspect is wearing black pants and a blue and white surgical facemask. It is unclear what type of material was stolen.
CTV News
18-06-2025
- Climate
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Rainfall warning in place as 40-60mm possible
Environment Canada has issued a heavy rainfall warning for several areas in this undated file image. Heavy rainfall is possible with local amounts ranging from 40-60 mm in the regions of Huntsville, Baysville, Town of Parry Sound, Rosseau and Killbear Park. The rain is expected Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Officials are reminding the public heavy rains can cause flash flooding and water pooling on the roads. Localized flooding is also possible and if visibility is reduced while driving to slow down and be prepared to stop.
CTV News
03-06-2025
- General
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Fatal crash partially closes Hwy 400 near Parry Sound
An Ontario Provincial Police vehicle is pictured in this file image. (Filo Photo/Ontario Provincial Police | Photo Credit: Bobb Barratt) Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred Tuesday on Highway 400, north of Parry Sound. The West Parry Sound detachment responded to the crash around noon on June 3. Authorities confirmed in a news release that one person was pronounced dead at the scene. Highway 400's northbound lanes at Marsh Lake Road remain closed as police examine the scene. Ontario 511 confirms as of 4:45 p.m. that the roadway's northbound lanes remain closed between Exit 236 at Avro Arrow Road in Nobel and the Highway 559 turnoff. No further details have been released at this time. 'Further information will be provided when available,' OPP said in the release. Check back to for updates on this developing story.
