Zero tolerance for bad behaviour with RZone Policy
The City of Belleville is following the lead of several other Ontario cities by implementing a policy to promote a respectful, safe and supportive environment The RZone policy is in response to a noticeable rise in inappropriate behaviour at various locations around the city in recent years, including City Hall, the li...
22h ago
Belleville ranked 12th safest Canadian city in new study
A new study from Preszler Injury Lawyers found that Belleville ranked 12th among Canadian cities when it comes to safety. Research was conducted by Preszler Injury Lawyers who investigated the cities least likely to be affected by arson, robbery, impaired driving, and burglary. Using data from the Canadian Crime Index,...
23h ago
Firefighters acknowledged for years of service
Several City of Belleville firefighters were recognized for their service at Monday's meeting of council. Several members of the fire department were in council chambers to see their peers honoured. Chief Dan Smith says spouses are also recognized for their support after a firefighter reaches 25 years of service. Sever...
May 14, 2024
Rollins Drive and Chelford Crescent reconstruction project now underway
The reconstruction of Rollins Drive and Chelford Crescent in Belleville has begun. The project will involve the reconstruction of the roadway to an urban standard, complete with new concrete curbs and gutters, sidewalks, and replacement of the watermain, storm sewers and sanitary sewers. Work will take place on Rollins...
May 14, 2024
More housing planned in Brighton
A big new housing development is being proposed for Brighton. The development proposed by Stephen Tobey/Van Meer Ltd. would feature at least 134 residential units with access off Ontario Street with extensions on Lawrence Avenue north and Meadow Creek Drive. The units would be single-detached and multiple residential u...
May 14, 2024
Automated Speed Enforcement coming to Brighton
Brighton council is moving ahead to set up an automated speed enforcement program for speed control in Community Safety Zones. Monday council approved a revised agreement with a software company, Dacra Tech Canada, to provide confirmation, administration, and payment systems for traffic tickets issued to speeders throu...
May 14, 2024
Loyalist College shines at Ontario Skills Competition
Students from Loyalist College had some great results at the 2024 Skills Ontario Competition. On May 6 and 7, a team of 31 Loyalist College students showcased their expertise across 17 categories with three of them earning a spot on the podium, including a gold medal win in the Mechanical CAD category. Loyalist College...
May 14, 2024
Collision in The County
A Picton man faces a dangerous driving charge after a head-on collision on Union Road off Highway 62 at Mountain View Monday. OPP spotted a pickup truck speeding on Highway 62 but before it could be stopped it turned onto Union Road hitting an oncoming car. The car driver was taken to hospital with minor injuries. Char...
May 14, 2024
Leave pets at home
It's official. Dogs and other pets will not be allowed during Brighton's hugely popular Applefest in September. Monday council approved a motion to prohibit animals at Applefest, including at the street fair, in Memorial and King Edward Parks, the Children's Village, the fire station, and at the antique car show. Howev...
May 14, 2024
UPDATE: Trent Hills missing person located
TUESDAY 8:30 a.m. UPDATE: WILLIAM LOCATED AND IS SAFE Northumberland OPP are seeking the public's assistance to locate a missing person. Missing is 39-year-old William from the Municipality of Trent Hills. He is described as 5'10", approximately 150lbs, blue eyes, slim build, short brown hair with a chin strap bea...
May 14, 2024