Saturday, October 25, 2025
More

    Top 6 This Week

    popular+

    OPERATOR OF PERSONAL WATERCRAFT ARRESTED FOR IMPAIRED

    Sharing is SO MUCH APPRECIATED!

    (WASAGA BEACH, ON) – Members of the Collingwood & Blue Mountains OPP while conducting marine patrol on Georgian Bay in Wasaga Beach arrested the operator of a personal watercraft for operation while impaired.

    On June 23, 2025, shortly after 3:30 p.m., members of the Collingwood & Blue Mountains OPP Marine Unit were conducting compliance checks for lifejackets and safety equipment of vessels and personal watercrafts. While interacting with the operator of a personal watercraft on the Nottawasaga River in Wasaga Beach an open container of alcohol was observed. At which point officers commenced an impaired investigation The male was arrested and transported to Huronia West detachment for a breath test where it was determined his blood to alcohol impairment level was nearly twice the legal limit.

    A 37 year-old male from Wasaga Beach was charged with:

    ·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

    ·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

    ·      Adult Having care or control of a boat underway with open container of liquor (LLCA)

    The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice located in Collingwood on July 15, 2025, to answer to the charges. Vessel operators who are charged with impaired driving offences face the same consequence as those operating motor vehicles, including an immediate 90-day drivers license suspension.

    The OPP Marine Unit remains committed to saving lives on our waterways. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

    If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

    Sharing is SO MUCH APPRECIATED!

    Popular Articles

    GEORGIANBAYNEWS.COM

    Popular Articles

    VIDEOS | SIZZLING REGGAE ON THE MOUNTAIN – Blue Mountain Village

    Feel the rhythm, embrace the vibes, and let the music move you at Reggae on the Mountain. More videos on Monday... This event brings the...

    Where are the WATER REFILL STATIONS in Collingwood

    Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Bring in your reusable water bottle and refill it at nine locations in Collingwood.  Water refill stations offer numerous benefits that enhance our...

    Arrests made in Collingwood Christmas Thefts

    (COLLINGWOOD, ON) - Between December 24th and 26th, 2024, officers of the Ontario Provincial Police investigated numerous thefts that occurred in the Town of Collingwood. Several items...

    Great Learning and Fun Events at the L.E. Shore Library

    Childhood Unplugged: Author Talk with Katherine Martinko Thursday September 12, 6-7pm, L.E. Shore Library, Thornbury South Georgian Bay author, Katherine Martinko, will be at L.E. Shore to...

    OPP Encourages Community Partnership Through CamSafe Program to Enhance Crime Solving

    (COLLINGWOOD, ON) - The Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is calling on residents and businesses to join the...

    How Trump’s Tariffs Are Affecting Our Farm

    I've been getting a lot of questions about the trade war and recent tariffs enacted by the new Trump administration. I wanted to address...

    Chuck Baker & Sherri Jackson with lunch by Katherine’s Chateau star at our Local Live Lunch

    Wednesday August 21st – 12 till 1:30 – Chuck Baker & Sherri Jackson – with lunch by Katherine's Chateau LOCAL LIVE LUNCH 10 Wednesdays! 10 Concerts! 10...

    The Calculated Chaos: Decoding Trump and Musk’s Embrace of Disruption

    Donald Trump and Elon Musk, seemingly disparate figures from the worlds of politics and technology, share a curious and often unsettling affinity for chaos....

    THREE IMPAIRED DRIVERS IN LAST 24 HOURS

    The last 24 hours have been busy at Huronia West with general duties officers making three arrests for impaired driving. (Wasaga Beach, ON) - On the...

    A New Course: Supporting Our Children with Anxiety | Wendy Hunter, RP

    The prevalence of anxiety in our children and teens is alarming and needs our attention. The Children’s Mental Health Ontario (CMHO) has reported data...

    All or Nothing: Elon Musk’s $56 Billion Payday Blocked by Delaware Judge

    Patrick Bet-David explains the situation currently taking place between Elon Musk, Tesla, and a Delaware judge who recently ruled against Elon receiving a $56...

    From The Hip – Tragically Hip Tribute Band at The Collingwood Brewery | Friday June 27th

    Come celebrate Canada Day Weekend with the legendary music from The Tragically Hip tribute band - From The Hip! Come join us for a night...

    THEFT OF MULTIPLE COMMERCIAL TRUCKS OVERNIGHT

    MIDHURST, ON Ref: E250988239 The Major Crime Unit of the Huronia West OPP is notifying the public of recent theft of five (5) tractor trucks from...

    OPP Investigating Break and Enter on Stewart Rd in Collingwood

    (COLLINGWOOD, ON) - The Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a break and enter with theft that...

    April 27 to May 3 is National Volunteer Week

    Midhurst/April 23, 2025 – From April 27 to May 3, 2025, the County of Simcoe is joining Volunteer Canada in celebrating the 24 million volunteers...

    Update Regarding peopleCare Long-Term Care Home

    The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to provide the public with an update regarding the partnership with peopleCare Communities to build a...

    Stay Cool in Collingwood: Enjoy the Comfort of Cooling Centres

    Collingwood, ON – With the high temperatures forecast for the next few days, the following sites in Collingwood are available to the public as...

    Wasaga Beach Santa Claus Parade

    🎉 Join us for the Wasaga Beach Santa Claus Parade! 🎄 Saturday November 23 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 📍 Route: Starts on Dunkerron Ave. & ends at the...

    UPDATE: OPP AND OTHER FIRST RESPONDERS RESPONSE TO SNOW EVENT 

    OPP AND OTHER FIRST RESPONDERS RESPONSE TO SNOW EVENT  (ORILLIA, ON) - Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Central Region continue to provide an all-hands-on-deck...

    Be Prepared and Know Your Risks with Emergency Preparedness Week 2025

    The Town of The Blue Mountains Fire Department wants to remind residents and visitors to be prepared and know their risks for Emergency Preparedness...

    CJ Lewis: 10 Ways to Keep Your Mental Hygiene

    Need a digital diet? As the Internet in its various digital forms arrives on your smart phone screen or tablet, conjuring up random violence, bursts...

    The Next Computer? Your Glasses | Shahram Izadi | TED

    Picture this: you’re wearing a normal-looking pair of glasses, but they give you the ability to quickly summarize a book, translate between languages or...

    May 18 to 25 is National Paramedic Services Week

    Midhurst/May 9, 2025 – The County of Simcoe proudly joins municipalities across the country in celebrating National Paramedic Services Week, taking place from May 18...

    Discover Limone sul Garda (2025) 🇮🇹 The Prettiest Hidden Gem in Lake Garda Italy

    Welcome to Limone sul Garda, one of the most beautiful villages in the world, located on the stunning shores of Lake Garda, Italy! Limone sul...