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CTV News
3 days ago
- CTV News
Traffic tip leads to impaired driving charge
Police say a tip from the public about a potentially dangerous situation on the roads in Springwater Township led to impaired driving charges for a 33-year-old Ajax resident. Officers with the Huronia West OPP detachment received a traffic complaint late Wednesday evening involving a suspected impaired driver. They responded and found the vehicle on Horseshoe Valley Road West. Police say after speaking with the driver, they had reason to believe the individual's ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired, which resulted in an arrest. The accused faces charges of operation while impaired and failing or refusing to comply with demand.
CTV News
11-06-2025
- CTV News
Massive auto theft investigation results in dozens of firearms seized, $1M in property recovered
A massive multi-jurisdictional auto theft investigation by the Barrie Police-South Simcoe Police Street Crime Auto Theft Unit has resulted in the seizure of nearly four dozen firearms and the recovery of more than $1 million in property. In a news release issued Wednesday, Barrie police say search warrants were executed last week at properties in Springwater Township, King City, Toronto and Havelock, which turned up a boat, a personal watercraft, construction equipment, high-end watches, three vehicles, and a large amount of Canadian cash. Police say at one of the properties officers seized 35 firearms and ammunition. In all, 45 firearms were confiscated. A 52-year-old man from the Greater Toronto Area faces criminal charges following the seizures. Additionally, police arrested two other people, a 32-year-old Springwater Township man and a 26-year-old Toronto woman, who were present during the search warrants. They face several charges in connection with crimes allegedly carried out in Barrie, Oro-Medonte and Prince Edward County, including theft over $5,000, identity theft and fraud, possession of property obtained by crime, and uttering a forged document. Police say they have reason to believe these individuals are behind instances of fraudulent cheques and bank drafts being used throughout southern and central Ontario. "If any member of the public is a victim of these conspiring fraudsters, you are strongly encouraged to contact your local police service," Barrie police stated.
CTV News
14-05-2025
- Business
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Springwater Township navigates resignation of another CAO
For the second time in recent months, the Township of Springwater is searching for a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), following the departure of interim CAO Doug Herron. In a statement to CTV News Wednesday afternoon, township officials confirmed Herron had left the role 'to pursue other interests.' The Township said the recruitment process for a permanent CAO remains a top priority. 'Our ongoing search for a permanent Chief Administrative Officer reflects our commitment to strategic growth and effective service delivery to our community,' noted Renee Ainsworth with the Township. Related Articles >>Springwater CAO steps down, heads to Barrie amid boundary dispute talks>>Springwater outlines interim plan to fill role of CAO>>Springwater Township to consider opposition to strong mayor powers Doug Herron Doug Herron is the interim CAO of the Township of Springwater (Courtesy: Township of Springwater). Herron had been appointed to the interim role in January, following the sudden resignation of former CAO Jeff Schmidt in December. Schmidt's exit came during a sensitive period as Springwater prepared for potential boundary negotiations with the City of Barrie. Schmidt accepted a position as Barrie's general manager of community and corporate services. In the weeks that followed, council brought in Herron on as interim CAO, along with Greg Bedard as interim deputy CAO. Herron brought more than two decades of experience to the role, primarily from his time with the Town of Wasaga Beach. Now, Herron's departure marks another chapter in what has become a revolving door at Springwater's top administrative position. 'While transitions can present challenges, they are essential for achieving our long-term objectives and fulfilling our commitment to the residents of Springwater,' the Township's statement continued. No further details were provided about the reasons for Herron's resignation.
