CFN – When ever any party sets out a plan to address any policy, they are, in effect, trying to predict the future and/or influence the outcome. No one can actually know what the future will bring, but if a ball is hit with a bat and it heads towards a house, everyone watching can make pretty good predictions about whether the ball will hit the roof, the lawn, a window, the door, or go over the house entirely. Some predictions will be wrong, but none would be crazy to have made them.

By setting up a plan of “If we do this, then this, then this next thing… well, the result, we hope, will be this.”, we try to predict and control the outcome of future events.
And that is ok. That is how roads and buildings and meals get made.

To be fair, this is just a proposed policy from the Liberal Party, (page 4) but I don’t think it would be wise for any party to follow this plan. Especially in Canada. 

I understand “the regulation and taxation of its production” to mean corporatizing (extending the mandate of MMPR) and implementing onerous pricing and taxation (as with current MMPR). This will basically turn pot into Tobacco 2.0. This, to me, is a lateral move at best, because Tobacco 1 is failing miserably.

I take “while enacting strict penalties for illegal trafficking” to mean, well, again: much like tobacco is now, only people don’t grow tobacco at home and sell to some friends to spread the cost and/or work around like they currently do with pot. Were anygovernment to follow this agenda, I think it would be a mistake, as this policy promises to fail, just as the Tobacco model is failing now. It would fail to deter kids from using, and fail to deter their suppliers. It does, in fact create an incentive to sell to kids, as it does now with both pot and tobacco. It would still be the “naughty” and therefore “cool” thing to do.

Also, the marijuana laws as they stand now are enforced and prosecuted disproportionately along racial and economic lines (white and/or rich ≠ poor and/or non-white), so one could easily expect the same to happen under this program.

I take “invest significant resources in prevention and education programs designed to promote awareness of the health risks and consequences of marijuana use and dependency, especially amongst youth” to mean all the D.A.R.E.-style “mental illness, gateway drug, worse than tobacco, driving impairment” balderdash that we have heard for decades, none of which is actually true. Some in the Liberal Party are thinking that the “be honest about drugs”-approach coming from Educators For Sensible Drug Policy is the best way to go, and I wholeheartedly agree. But I think the RCMP will fight tooth and nail to keep the government-funded lie-filled hate-crime that is the D.A.R.E. program going. I don’t see the cops giving up their ongoing practice of entering schools to scare, bully, cajole, and lie to grade five students.
And shame on every teacher who has ever allowed their classes’ minds to be thus polluted.

Most kids have internet access, so they can easily find out out about the toddler treating his epilepsy with cannabis oil, the people curing their incurable mega-cancers with the cannabis oil, vaping pens that take cannabis concentrates and that are easy to conceal,driving studies that show pot users drive slower and more cautiously, how teens who use pot actually do better than those who don’t, and all the rest. Being lied to also tends to not only stir mistrust and resentment towards parents, police, teachers, the government, and society itself for allowing such hypocritical nonsense to continue, it entices them to go dothe forbidden thing. Is that really what Canadian parents want?

I take “extend amnesty to all Canadians previously convicted of simple and minimal marijuana possession, and ensure the elimination of all criminal records related thereto” to mean exactly what it says, and I applaud it. Sadly, if the administration of the MMAR under the previous Liberal governments is any indication, that will mean a long wait for alot of people. The police will also do a lot of huffing about this as well, insisting that Stoner Joe is going to do terrible things if he doesn’t stay in that damp cage for that extra year or two.

One assumes that “work with governments of Canada on a coordinated regulatory approach to marijuana” means handing a lot of this responsibility over to the provinces. This I also applaud, because the provinces are constitutionally-mandated to handle all medical issues. The problem with this approach is that some provincial governments have different views on how to allow people to utilize their Charter Rights. Ontario has one third of the country’s population, so how will their polices differ from the more culturally-backwater provinces like Saskatchewan or P.E.I.?

But I feel that the “which maintains significant federal responsibility for marijuana control while respecting provincial health jurisdiction and particular regional concerns and practices” part is very disconcerting. This, to me, is evidence that the Liberal Party want to keep Marijuana on the Controlled Drugs And Substances Act so that the RCMP still have national jurisdiction over people’s bodies and actions. This essentially ignores a number of court rulings, and one can easily predict that this policy, if implemented, would face immediate, lengthly, and costly Constitutional Challenges.

To me, this policy attempts to pander to both the adult marijuana enthusiasts who would like a toke after work, and the wine-infused soccer moms who are fed up with Junior coming home all red-eyed and giggling after school. It also keeps cops happy.

But I expect (… “predict”…) that it will fail to accomplish it’s proposed goals, in that teens will still have just as much access to pot as they do now, they will still resent the idea that what is ok for one person is not ok for another, and they will still be encouraged to seek “forbidden” pleasures.

More importantly, the police will still have the right to randomly detain and search people based on the flimsiest of “probable causes”, and likely be given more powers of intrusion and coercion with drivers. This, to me, is of questionable constitutionality and is certainly not based on the latest science.

We have already seen one incident where an MMPR-licensed patient was detained andcharged with marijuana possession at Canada’s Wonderland, so we can easily expect the police to voice confusion over who and which pot is “legal” or not, just as even the patients themselves currently are.

If this policy - a policy that some in the legalization community and media are calling a “step in the right direction” - were to be implemented, the police could easily come forward a year or two later and insist that it is an abject failure, citing the legal status for adults and all this medical use is actually making pot more attractive for kids. They’ll likely assert that the contraband market is flourishing, that both contraband and the “legal” marijuana are finding it’s way to the kids (just as kids pilfer booze and smokes and pills from dozy parents today), and how it is wreaking havoc on Canadians roadways. They won’t offer much proof, of course. They never do, nor do the media or legislators ever press them to. They will just do like they have been doing for over 80 years: dismissing science, making assertions with no proof, bald-faced lying, and demanding even more money, men, toys, and powers. They will finish it off with a dire insistence that this whole thing was a failure and that we need to go back to full-on prohibition like the good old days.

The Liberal Party is trying to “predict” or at least influence the outcome of future events by proposing this policy. There is no shame in that, and I won’t scold them for attempting. So I should feel no shame or receive no scolding for “predicting” how I think it would fail.

My proposed plan of treating marijuana like chocolate and using education to deter and modulate teen marijuana use would, I think, do more to get the parents and teachers whatthey want and what they say is needed. I have been told by some that my idea is crazy, too radical, that “it is never going to happen, Russell”. But keep in mind that that is what mostpeople said about all this progress we see in Colorado, Washington,  and many other US States, for decades; that is was “never going to happen”.

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THEFT UNDER, BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – Lise Dufresne, 48 of Cornwall was arrested on July 21^st, 2014 on the strength of a warrant and was also charged with theft under $5000 and breach of undertaking and probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that on April 24th, 2014 the woman attended a second Street East store, selected two curling irons and hair products making no attempts to pay for the items as she left the store. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On July 21^st, 2014 the woman was located at a Brookdale Avenue address. She was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

ASSAULT, ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON, THREATS, MISCHIEF

            Cornwall, ON – A 37-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on July 21^st, 2014 and charged with threats, three counts of assault, two counts of assault with a weapon and two counts of mischief. It is alleged that during an argument on July 20^th and 21^st, 2014 the man threatened to kill his 22-year-old girlfriend and her family then slapped her in the face and struck her with a sandal. During the argument the man also pulled her hair and spat in her face. Prior to leaving the residence the man threw her phone to the ground causing it to break and threw an energy drink, narrowly missing her. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During their investigation it was also learned that one week prior during the course of another argument the man damaged another phone that belonged to his girlfriend. On July 21^st, 2014 the man was located by police at Marlborough Street address. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it might identify the victim in the matter.

Ottawa Police Service

THREATS

            Cornwall, ON – A 28-year-old Martintown man was arrested and charged with threats. It is alleged that on July 20^th, 2014 during a conversation with his 25-year-old ex-common law wife the man threatened to harm her. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On July 22^nd, 2014 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it might identify the victim in the matter.

THEFT UNDER $5000

            Cornwall, ON – Dustin O’Byrne, 19 of Cornwall was arrested on July 22^nd, 2014 and charged with theft under. It is alleged that sometime between the 20^th and 21^st of July, 2014 a four wheeler was removed from a Lemay Street address. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On July 22^nd, 2014 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on August 26^th, 2014.

POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY, BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – A 16-year-old Cornwall youth was arrested on July 22^nd, 2014 and charged with possession of stolen property and breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that on June 27^th, 2014 police investigated a break and enter where several items were taken including a bicycle. Sometime in July, 2014 the youth was found to be in possession of the stolen bicycle as he had been spotted riding the bicycle in the area of First Street and Bedford Street by the rightful owner. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On July 22^nd, 2014 the youth attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date. His name was not released as per provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

THEFT UNDER $5000, BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – A 17-year-old Cornwall youth was arrested on July 23^rd, 2014 and charged with four counts of theft under $5000 and two counts of breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that between April, 2014 and July, 2014 the youth remove several items from family members including a coin collection, rings, necklaces and a purse. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. In the early morning hours of July 23^rd, 2014 the youth was spotted walking in the area of First Street and Alice Street by a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail. His name was not released as per provisions of the Youth Criminal justice Act.

OPP

DOMESTIC INVESTIGATION

(North Glengarry) – On July 22nd, 2014 at approximately 6:00pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a domestic situation at a property on Bishop Street in the Town of Alexandria, North Glengarry Township. Investigation indicated that a verbal altercation had taken place between an adult male and his girlfriend resulting in the male assaulting the female and that he had also confined her in a vehicle they had travelled in refusing her the opportunity to exit.

The 33 year old male (from North Glengarry) was arrested and is charged with;

- Assault – Spousal
- Forcible Confinement
- Fail to Comply with Probation Order (2 counts)

He was held in custody pending a court appearance (bail) in Cornwall.

Ottawa Police Services:

BREAK AND ENTER, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Dustin O’Byrne, 19 of Cornwall was arrested on July 24^th, 2014 and charged with break and enter and breach of recognizance. It is alleged that on June 27^th, 2014 the man who was accompanied by two youth aged16 and 17 broke into a garage on Andre Avenue and removed a bicycle and some long board skateboards. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During their investigation the two youths were taken into custody and charged accordingly and on July 24^th, 2014 police located the man at his residence. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and later released to appear in court on July 30^th, 2014.

THREATS

Cornwall, ON – Joyce Hunter, 49 of Lancaster was arrested on July 24^th, 2014 and charged with threats to life. It is alleged that on July 24^th, 2014 the woman divulged that she was going to shoot three people. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During their investigation the woman was brought to Cornwall by OPP where Cornwall Community Police Service assumed custody of the woman and charged her accordingly. She was released to appear in court on August 26^th, 2014.

THEFT UNDER, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Dawn Lapensee, 30 of Cornwall was arrested on July 24^th, 2014 and charged with theft under $5000, breach of undertaking and probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that on July 24^th, 2014 the woman attended a Brookdale Avenue store and removed merchandise making no attempts to pay for it. The woman was stopped by the Loss Prevention Officer and police were contacted. She was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on August 21^st, 2014.

MISCHIEF, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Zachary McKinnon, 23 of Cornwall was arrested on July 24^th, 2014 and charged with mischief and five counts of breach of probation for failing to keep the peace and for having consumed alcohol. It is alleged that on July 24^th, 2014 the intoxicated man broke a basement window at a Lefebvre Street residence and police were contacted. Police located the man at the residence and took him into custody. He was charged accordingly and later released to appear in court on September 4^th, 2014.

ASSAULT, ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON, POSSESSION OF A WEAPON FOR A DANGEROUS PURPOSE

            Cornwall, ON – A 29-year-old Cornwall woman was arrested on July 23^rd, 2014 and charged with assault, assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. It is alleged that on July 23^rd, 2014 during an argument with her 30-year-old common-law husband the woman bit him, slapped him and threatened him with a knife. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During the investigation the woman was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for bail. Her name was not released as it might identify the victim in the matter.

ASSAULT, ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON, CAUSE DISTURBANCE, THREATS

            Cornwall, ON – Rosemary Liscomb, 25 of Cornwall was arrested on July 23^rd, 2014 and charged with assault, assault with a weapon, threats and cause disturbance. It is alleged that in the early morning hours of July 20^th, 2014 while at the hospital the intoxicated woman caused a disturbance by yelling and screaming. She also spat on hospital staff, threatened to beat one member then struck her with her shoe and grabbed her by the neck. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On July 23^rd, 2014 the woman attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. She was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on August 26^th, 2014.

BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – A 15-year-old Cornwall youth was arrested on July 23^rd, 2014 and charged with breaching an undertaking for being out of his residence without permission. It is alleged that on July 22^nd, 2014 the youth left his residence without permission and police were contacted. On July 23^rd, 2014 a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service attended the L’Original Courthouse as the youth was being held for return to Cornwall. The youth was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date. His name was not released as per provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

OPP

DOMESTIC INVESTIGATION

(South Dundas) – On July 25th, 2014 at approximately 2:30am, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a domestic situation at a residence on Caldwell Drive, South Dundas Township. Investigation indicated that a verbal altercation between an adult female and her common-law spouse resulted in the male being assaulted. It was also revealed that a similar incident had occurred approximately two (2) weeks prior.

The 24 year old female was arrested and is charged with;

- Assault-Spousal (2 counts)

She was released and is scheduled to appear in Cornwall court on September 12th, 2014.

THEFTS FROM VEHICLES

(South Dundas) – Overnight (23-24Jul14), three (3) residences (Coyle Drive, Lakeshore Drive and Julia Street) in the Village of Morrisburg, South Dundas Township were targeted by thieves as vehicles were entered. A total of three (3) GPS units and a pair of sunglasses were taken.

Investigations continue.

DRIVER INVOLVED IN MOTORCYCLE COLLISION IDENTIFIED-UPDATE

(South Glengarry) – SD&G OPP officers continue an investigation of a serious collision involving a motorcycle which occurred on July 23rd, 2014 at approximately 11:45am on the eastbound off-ramp of Highway 401 at the Lancaster exit (814), South Glengarry Township.

A Harley Davidson motorcycle being driven by lone occupant Christian DALLAIRE (55) of St-George, Quebec was exiting Highway 401 when, for reasons under investigation, he lost control of the motorcycle and was ejected. The driver remains in hospital suffering from serious life-threatening injuries. The eastbound off-ramp was closed to traffic for several hours as emergency personnel tended to the scene.

SD&G OPP officers, assisted by OPP Technical Traffic Collision Investigators continue the investigation.

Ottawa Police Service:

Foot pursuit ends in gun seizure and arrest on Heatherington Road

(Ottawa)—While conducting proactive bicycle patrols in the Heatherington/Fairlea community this afternoon, officers from the Ottawa Police Service East District Neighborhood Section encountered a male with what appeared to be an open container of alcohol.  Officers approached the male on bicycle to confirm he was not consuming alcohol in a prohibited location.

IMPAIRED DRIVER-DRUGS SEIZED

(South Stormont) – On July 23rd, 2014 at approximately 9:30pm, SD&G OPP officers intercepted a vehicle on Dickenson Drive in the Village of Ingleside, South Stormont Township following a report of a traffic complaint. The stop revealed the male driver was under the influence of alcohol. A quantity of suspected marihuana was also seized by police.

Steven COLLINGRIDGE (35) of South Stormont was arrested and is charged with;

- Driving While Ability Impaired
- Driving with More than 80 Milligrams of Alcohol in Blood
- Possession of a Controlled Substance
- Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor (Liquor Licence Act)

He was released and is scheduled to appear on the criminal charges in Cornwall court on August 19th, 2014.
STOLEN VEHICLE RECOVERED

(North Dundas) – On July 23rd, 2014 at approximately 8:00am, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a stolen vehicle from a property on Loughlin Ridge Road, North Dundas Township. A black 1997 Honda Accord was taken but later recovered abandoned on Boyne Road.

An investigation continues.
BREAK-IN/THEFT

(South Glengarry) – During the day of July 23rd, 2014, a residence on Page Drive, South Glengarry Township was forcibly entered. Inside, a quantity of cash and jewellery was taken.

An investigation continues.

Charges laid following incident of shots fired at a vehicle

(Ottawa)—A total of five persons have been charged with over 60 offenses and the following items have been seized: 

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POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY, BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – A 17-year-old youth was arrested on July 25^th, 2014 and charged with possession of stolen property and breach of undertaking for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that during the course of an investigation into a stolen four wheeler it was learned that the youth was in possession of  the stolen vehicle. Police located the youth at a Water Street address and took him into custody. He was charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date. His name was not released as per provision of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

OVER 80

            Cornwall, ON – Brent McPhee of Cornwall was arrested on July 25^th, 2014 and charged with over 80. It is alleged that on July 25^th, 2014 the man was driving his motor vehicle in the area of Pitt Street and Fourth Street while under the influence of alcohol. He was taken into custody during a traffic stop and charged accordingly. He was later released to appear in court on August 6^th, 2014.

BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – A 17-year-old Cornwall youth was arrested on July 25^th, 2014 and charged with breaching his undertaking for not abiding by house rules, breaching curfew and breaching his probation order for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that the youth did not return to his place of residence on July 17^th, 2014 and police were contacted to investigate. On July 25^th, 2014 a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service attended Monkland to assume custody of the youth as O.P.P. had the youth detained during a traffic stop. The youth was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as per provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

            Cornwall, ON – Aden Sullivan, 22 of Cornwall was arrested on July 26^th, 2014 and charged with breaching his recognizance for not residing at a specified address and being out past curfew. It is alleged that in the early morning hours of July 26^th, 2014 police attended the area of Montreal Road at Prince Arthur for a disturbance. Once on scene police found that  the man was out past curfew and not longer resided at his specified address. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

Cornwall, ON – A 33-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on July 26^th, 2014 and charged with breaching his probation orders for communicating with someone he has conditions not to and for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that on July 25^th, 2014 the man sent Facebook massages to his 38-year-old ex-girlfriend despite having conditions to not communicate with her. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On July 26^th, 2014 the man was spotted riding a bicycle in the area of First Street and Lawrence. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it might identify the victim in the matter.

WARRANT

            Cornwall, ON – Joshua Paquette, 30 of Cornwall was arrested on July 27^th, 2014 on the strength of two probation office warrants for failing to appear in court. In the early morning hours of July 27^th, 2014 during a traffic stop in the area of the 100 block of Fourth Street East the man was taken into custody on the strength of the warrants. He was transported to police headquarters and held for a bail hearing.

ASSAULT

            Cornwall, ON – Corey Sawler, 25 of Cornwall was arrested on July 26^th, 2014 and charged with assault. It is alleged that on July 26^th, 2014 while at a Lesieux Street address the man grabbed and pushed a 50-year-old woman that was known to him causing her to fall. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During their investigation the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and later released to appear in court on August 26^th, 2014.

ASSAULT, ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON, CRIMINAL HARASSMENT

            Cornwall, ON – A 27-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on July 26^th, 2014 and charged with assault, assault with a weapon and criminal harassment. It is alleged that between September, 2013 and July, 2014 the man threatened to drive his car into a pole while in the company of his wife. On another occasion he threw his wedding ring at his wife striking her under the eye and on a third occasion grabbed her by her thigh and punched her thigh. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On July 26^th, 2014 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it might identify the victim in the matter.

ASSAULT, MISCHIEF

            Cornwall, ON – A 25-year-old Cornwall woman was arrested on July 27^th, 2014 and charged with assault and mischief. It is alleged that on July 27^th, 2014 during an argument  the woman punched her 29-year-old common-law husband in the mouth and broke a window. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During their investigation the woman was taken into custody, charged accordingly and later released to appear in court on August 26^th, 2014. Her name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON

            Cornwall, ON – Lenka Precechtel, 35 of Cornwall was arrested on July 27^th, 2014 and charged with assault with a weapon and breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that on July 27^th, 2014 police attended the area of Brookdale Avenue and Sarah Street for a disturbance call. Once on scene it was learned that the woman struck a 13-year-old youth that was known to her in the arm with a mug. She was taken into custody, charged accordingly and later released to appear in court on August 26^th, 2014.

ASSAULT

            Cornwall, ON – Sylvain Marleau, 31 of Cornwall was arrested on July 27^th, 2014 and charged with assault. It is alleged that on July 26^th, 2014 during a party at a Cumberland Street address the man punched a 35-year-old woman that was known to him in the stomach. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On July 27^th, 2014 police located the man at his residence and took him into custody. He was charged accordingly and later released to appear in court on August 26^th, 2014.

OPP

DRUGS SEIZED AT RIDE CHECKS

(South Glengarry) – On July 26th, 2014 at approximately 8:00pm, SD&G OPP officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Drivers Everywhere (RIDE) checks on County Road 2, South Glengarry Township. A check of a vehicle resulted in the seizure of a quantity of suspected marihuana and methamphetamine pills. Open liquor was also seized.

Roger DOUILLARD (34) of Odden, Quebec was arrested and is charged with;

- Possession of a Controlled Substance
- Passenger-Fail to Wear Seatbelt Assembly (Highway Traffic Act)

Denise DOUILLARD (51) of Sherbrooke, Quebec was arrested and is charged with;

- Possession of a Controlled Substance
- Having Open Liquor (Liquor Licence Act)

David DOUILLARD-GENDRON (21) of Sherbrooke, Quebec was arrested and is charged with;

- Possession of a Controlled Substance (2 counts)

All were released and are scheduled to appear in Alexandria court on September 3rd, 2014.

(South Glengarry) – On July 27th, 2014 at approximately 1:30am, SD&G OPP officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Drivers Everywhere (RIDE) checks at the intersection of Boundary Road and County Road 2, South Glengarry Township. A check of a vehicle resulted in the seizure of a quantity of suspected marihuana.

Brandon DERIX (19) of South Glengarry was arrested and is charged with;

- Possession of a Controlled Substance

He was released and is scheduled to appear in Alexandria court on September 3rd, 2014.

 
DOMESTIC INVESTIGATION

(North Glengarry) – On July 25th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a domestic situation at a property on Boundary Road West in the Town of Alexandria, North Glengarry Township. Investigation indicated that a verbal altercation had taken place between an adult male and his girlfriend. Further checks on the male revealed he was in breach of a non-communication condition imposed from a previous incident.

The 22 year old male (from Cornwall) was arrested and is charged with;

- Breach of Recognizance

He was released to appear in Cornwall court at a later date.

 
BREAK-INS-THEFTS

(North Glengarry) – Overnight (25-26Jul14), a residence on Concession 8, North Glengarry Township was entered. Inside, three (3) firearms (shotguns), two (2) laptop computers, a cell phone and assorted tools were removed.
(South Glengarry) – Overnight (25-26Jul14), a residence on Glen Roy Road, South Glengarry Township was entered. Inside, a battery charger, gas cans, assorted and a Stihl grass trimmer were removed.

(South Glengarry) – Overnight (26-27Jul14), a vehicle was damaged while parked at a business property on Tyotown Road, South Glengarry. A window was smashed and inside, culprit(s) removed a large subwoofer for the sound system.

Investigations continue in all of the above incidents

Ottawa Police Service

Warrant executed on Briargate Private results in numerous charges

CFN – Is it time to blow up the Ottawa Senators and do a rebuild or will a refit suffice?   Frankly cap limited teams in the NHL have very little hope of winning Lord Stanley’s Cup.

The last team that wasn’t a big budget squad to win was the pre-cap 2006 Carolina Hurricanes.  It’s not a high percentage play.

Looking at teams that have won the cup in the Cap Age you can see a trend that includes a strong top six and team core.

Ottawa just lost its core in the last two seasons.   It’s not the worst of teams, but not the best.   However it’s best forward is a year away from free agency and coming off surgery, and its best d man is a year from a major injury.

What also is key to winning a Stanley Cup is being strong up the middle.  The Kings and Black Hawks have each won 2 cups since 06.  Boston, Detroit, Anaheim, and Pittsburgh also picked up a cup.

Ottawa has no proven #1 Centre.   The Turris, Legwand, Zibenejad, and Zack Smith unit again isn’t the worst in the NHL, but it certainly doesn’t set up high hopes of a cup.

The Sens do have a lot of bright spots thanks to GM Bryan Murray and his staff.   Turris is signed to a cap friendly deal until 2018; Smith until 17, Karlsson until 2019, but after that there are a lot of question marks.

The veteran core are mostly up for contract after this season or signed short term like Milan Michalek.   Many will be attractive trade targets for teams making a run.

The biggest question surrounds Bobby Ryan as he’s UFA after this season.    If the team can’t sign him up soon they really have no other choice than try and maximize the return on an assent they paid heavily for.

Were Jakob Silfverberg(2nd RP) , Stefan Noesen(1 RP) and the 2014 1st Round Pick (10th overall Nick Ritchie) worth it for Ryan, especially with the team missing the play offs and now facing the departure of Ryan?

Most likely not; but it was an interesting big league gamble that could have paid off; but sadly didn’t.

Silfverberg improved his numbers for Anaheim in a role that was less than it would have been in Ottawa.  Noesen tore his ACL and MCL which you can never predict, and Ritchie is a big bruising banger who scored over 30 goals.

Of course it’s easy to predict backwards, and the results aren’t in until either Ottawa resigns Ryan or we see what they get in trade.

Most likely the Sens start off the season and see what happens; but if by the mid way mark or earlier they aren’t play off bound then the dealing most likely will start.

Looking at what Buffalo has done in their rebuild isn’t really in the charts for Ottawa as they don’t have enough valuable assets to move.

The problem for Ottawa is that most of their trade able contracts are for players that they would need or have to replace.   There’s not much sizzle or disposability.    Trading away David Legwand’s $3M would only make sense if you had a replacement and the Sens at this point do not unless they’re tanking.

Marc Methot or Jared Cowen?  Well at $3M both are serviceable with their own strengths or weaknesses.  Both could be traded, but then who replaces them, Eric Gryba?

Even in goal, if you don’t develop Robin Lehner can you trade Craig Anderson?

The pesky Sens of two years ago are no more.   Now they have to ask what kind of team are they?  If they are going to be a low budget team they have to ride the young uns and that means acquiring them rather than pricey veterans and riding their non-UFA years.

Looking at this cup, while it may be half full, it’s time to chuck the water and refill.   In this cap age that isn’t as easy as it looks.

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WARRANT

            Cornwall, ON – Joshua Cloutier, 27 of Cornwall was arrested on July 28^th, 2014 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged that the man failed to attend court on July 24^th, 2014 for assault and mischief charges and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On July 28^th, 2014 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and later released to appear in court on July 31^st, 2014.

            Cornwall, ON – Johnathan Beauvais, 20 of Cornwall was arrested on July 28th, 2014 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged that Ottawa Police Service had a warrant for his arrest and on July 28^th, 2014 the man was spotted by a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service in the area of Thirteenth Street and Brookdale Avenue. The man was taken into custody on the strength of the warrant and later turned over to Ottawa Police Service.

MISCHIEF

            Cornwall, ON – A 16-year-old Cornwall youth was arrested on July 28^th, 2014 and charged with mischief. It is alleged that on July 28^th, 2014 the youth broke the front door window at his parents’ residence and police were contacted. The youth was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date. His name was not released as per provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – Zachary McKinnon, 23 of Cornwall was arrested on July 28^th, 2014 and charged with breaching three probation orders for failing to keep the peace and an undertaking for breaching curfew and failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that on July 28^th, 2014 police learned that the man had breached his curfew on July 26^th and 27^th, 2014 and an investigation ensued. During the investigation the man was located at a Lefebvre Avenue address and taken into custody. He was charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

From the OPP

Ontario Provincial Police News Portal [STORMONT DUNDAS and GLENGARRY] DRUGS SEIZED AT TRAFFIC STOP 2014-07-29

Missing 15 Year Old, located safe

Suspect from a Break and Enter at Rideau Centre to identify

Collision Unit continues to investigate fatal collision at March and Carling

Police laid almost 200 charges against road users during June

CFN – An Ottawa Police investigation has resulted in 181 charges laid against one individual related to the cyber bullying and harassment of 38 individuals across Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom –18 of which are from Ottawa.

Charged in this case is Robert CAMPBELL, 42 years old of Ottawa:

• Criminal Harassment X27 per Section 264(2) (b) CCC
• Defamation Libel X85 per Section 300 CCC
• Identity Fraud X69 per Section 403 CCC

He is scheduled to appear in court today.

“Cyber bullying and harassing people over the internet is a serious offence,” said A/Insp. Carl Cartright, Ottawa Police Service. “Individuals who engage in this behaviour will be charged criminally by police.  We urge victims to come forward and report this crime.” 

The eight month investigation called “Project Winter” included co-operation between the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) utilizing investigative techniques that allowed for the identification of the unidentified suspect who was using internet anonymity software.

On Thursday, July 31^th, a search warrant was executed by Ottawa Police on a residence in the City of Ottawa’s west end, and resulted in the 181 charges laid.

OPS investigators also received assistance from investigators from the Vancouver Police Department (VPD), the Central Saanich Police Service (CSPS), Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the Rothesay Regional Police Department (RRPD), the Halifax Regional Police, the Hertforshire Constabulary in the United Kingdom, the London Metropolitan Police Department in the United Kingdom and the Ferndale Michigan Police Department in the United States.

RESIDENTIAL FIRE   

(South Glengarry, ON) – On the 02^nd of August 2014, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a residential fire on South Branch Road in South Glengarry Township.

South Glengarry Fire Departments from Martintown ,Williamstown and North Lancaster attended the scene and the residence was nearly fully engulfed upon their arrival .

The Century old home and its contents could not be saved. No injuries resulted.

The cause of the fire is not believed to be suspicious at this time.

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLES    

(South Dundas, ON) – On the 03^rd of August 2014, SD&G OPP officers responded to a theft complaint on Lakeshore Drive Road in South Dundas Township.

Investigation revealed unknown suspect(s) entered three parked vehicles and took undisclosed amount of cash ,with a wallet containing a drivers ‘licence and a portable DVD player sometime after midnight and noon that same day .

An investigation continues.

MISCHIEF  

(North Stormont, ON) – On the 03^rd of August 2014, SD&G OPP officer responded to a report of a mischief to mailbox and Civic number sign on a property on Concession Road 1-2 in North Stormont Township.

The investigation revealed unknown suspect(s) damaged the mail boxes and the Civic number post at the side of the road sometime overnight.

 An investigation continues.

(SouthStormont, ON) – On the 04^th of August 2014, SD&G OPP officer responded to a report of a mischief to mailboxes along County Road 36 in South Stormont Township.

The investigation revealed unknown suspect(s) damaged the mail boxes sometime over the weekend.

An investigation continues.

CHARGES LAID  

(South Glengarry, ON) – On the 04^th of August 2014, SD&G OPP officers observed a motor vehicle at a high rate of speed on Highway 401 in South Glengarry Township.

 A 1985 Gold Mercedes Benz 300DT was observed at speeds of 157 km/hr and stopped by the officer. The vehicle was impounded for seven (7) days.

Thirty – four (34) year old, Alexan DEMIRDJIAN from Laval, Quebec was charged with:

-       Race motor vehicle on a Highway contrary to Highway Traffic Act of Ontario

The male driver is to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, Cornwall on the 09^th of September 2014.

(South Glengarry, ON) – On the 05^th of August 2014, SD&G OPP officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Drivers Everywhere [R. I. D. E] check point on County Road 2 in South Glengarry Township.

The investigation revealed a male passenger in breach of his Conditional Sentence conditions.

Twenty – two (22) year old, Eric LABRE from Laval, Quebec was arrested and detained.

The male is in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, Cornwall on the 07^th of August 2014.

THEFT     

(South Glengarry, ON) – On the 05^th of August 2014, SD&G OPP officers responded to a theft of mountain bike at the corner of County Road 2 and Wesley Road in South Glengarry Township.

Investigation revealed unknown suspect(s) took a 2007 Schwinn 7-speed mountain bike sometime after 8:30 pm the evening of the 2^nd of August 2014 and the following morning.

An investigation continues.

CHARGES LAID  

(South Glengarry, ON) – On the 06^th of August 2014, SD&G OPP officers had occasion to stop a motor vehicle for a traffic violation on Highway 401 in South Glengarry Township.

Investigation revealed a male passenger in the motor vehicle was breaching conditions of his release.

Nineteen (19) year old, Justice TAJUDEEN from Montreal, Quebec was charged with:

-       Fail to comply with Recognizance  under the Criminal Code [ 2 counts ]

-       Fail to comply with Probation Order under the Criminal Code [ 2 counts]

The male is to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, Cornwall on the 21^th of August 2014.

CPS

ASSAULT

Cornwall, ON – Ronald Kenny, 51 of Martintown was arrested on August 5^th, 2014 and charged with assault. It is alleged that on August 1^st, 2014 while at the hospital the man pulled the hair of a hospital staff member. Police intervened and an investigation ensued. On August 5^th, 2014 police arrested the man and charged him accordingly. He was later released to appear in court on September 2^nd, 2014.

WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – Darrien White of Akwesasne was arrested on August 5^th, 2014 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged that on July 15^th, 2014 the man failed to attend court for a mischief charge and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On August 5th, 2014 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody and held for a bail hearing.

THREATS, RESIST ARREST

Cornwall, ON – Eric Deschenes, 37 of Cornwall was arrested on August 5^th, 2014 and charged with two counts of threats. It is alleged that on August 5^th, 2014 during arguments with a 52-year-old woman the man threatened to have someone “do her in”. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During their investigation the man was located at a Marlborough Street address and after a brief struggle was taken into custody. He was charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

Ottawa Police Service

Soccer Coach charged with 2 counts of both Sexual Assault and Sexual Interference

(Ottawa)- The Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Section have charged a 24 year old man following incidents during the month of July 2014.  The male, a soccer coach in the east end of Ottawa, sexually assaulted a female minor on two occasions.

WARRANT

            Cornwall, ON – Simon Dupuis, 40 of Cornwall was arrested on August 11^th, 2014 and charged with the following:

·         Possession of Cocaine

·         Possession for the purpose of trafficking –Cocaine

·         Possession of Marijuana

·         Possession of Marijuana for the purpose of trafficking

·         Possession of Hashish

·         Possession of Methamphetamine

·         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine

·         Possession of ALPRAZOLAM ( XANAX)

·         Possession of ALPRAZOLAM ( XANAX) for the purpose of trafficking

·         Possession of Property obtained by Crime.

It is alleged that on August 11^th, 2014 members of the Cornwall Emergency Response Team assisted members of the Street Crime Unit as they executed a drug warrant at a Vincent Massey Drive address. During the warrant a quantity of drugs and currency was located and seized. Dupuis was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – A 15-year-old and a 17-year-old youth both from Cornwall were arrested on August 11^th, 2014 and charged with several breaches. It is alleged that on August 8^th, 2014 the two youths left their residence without permission and police were contacted. On August 11^th, 2014 the two youths returned to their residence and police re-attended. The 17-year-old was taken into custody and charged with breaching a recognizance order, undertaking and youth probation order for not abiding by house rules as well as failing to keep the peace on his probation order. The 15-year-old youth was taken into custody and charged with breaching his undertaking and youth probation order for not abiding by house rules and failing to keep the peace. They were both taken to police headquarters and held for a bail hearing. Their names were not released as per provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

DANGEROUS OPERATION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE, FLIGHT FROM POLICE

            Cornwall, ON – Matthew Picano, 20 of Morrisburg was arrested on August 11^th, 2014 and charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and flight from police. It is alleged that on August 10^th, 2014 the man was operating a motor vehicle in a dangerous manner as he travelled through the Brookdale Mall parking lot. The man also failed to stop when police attempted to conduct a traffic stop. On August 11^th, 2014 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and later released to appear in court on September 16^th, 2014.

 SIU

SIU Investigates Death of Male in Thunder Bay

Case Number: 14-OCD-186

Mississauga (11 August, 2014) — Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is probing the circumstances surrounding the death of a 38-year-old man in Thunder Bay this morning.

Preliminary information indicates the following:
• Shortly before 3:00 a.m. on Monday, August 11, 2014, officers with the Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) responded to a domestic call at an apartment in the 400 block of Donald Street West.
• On their arrival, officers found an injured woman and her critically injured 8-year-old daughter.  The injured woman reportedly indicated that the man who had inflicted the injuries had left the residence.
• At approximately 7:30 a.m. the man was located by police in a parked vehicle on Wharton Road.
• The man was taken into custody and it became apparent that he had suffered serious injuries.
• He was transported to Thunder Bay Regional Hospital for treatment, where he was later pronounced dead.

The SIU has assigned two investigators and one forensic investigator to probe the circumstances of this incident.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact the lead investigator at 416-622-1925 or 1-800-787-8529 extension 1925.

The SIU is an arm’s length agency that investigates reports involving police where there has been death, serious injury or allegations of sexual assault. Under the Police Services Act, the Director of the SIU must

• consider whether an officer has committed a criminal offence  in connection with the incident under investigation
• depending on the evidence, lay a criminal charge against the officer if appropriate or close the file without any charges being laid
• report the results of any investigations to the Attorney General.

SIU Concludes Death Investigation in Timmins

Case Number: 14-OCD-092

Mississauga (12 August, 2014) —

Ottawa Police Service

Photo:Facebook

THREATS

            Cornwall, ON – Timothy Masson, 45 of Cornwall was arrested on August 18^th, 2014 and charged with threats. It is alleged that on August 8^th, 2014 the man posted a Facebook message threatening to cripple a by-law officer. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On August 18^th, 2014 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

DRUG WARRANT

            Cornwall, ON – Robert Lazore, 38 of Cornwall was arrested on August 18th, 2014 and charged with:

·         Possession of Oxycodone

·         Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Oxycodone

·         Possession of Hydromorphone

·         Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Hydromorphone

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime (currency)

 Breach of recognizance for failing to keep the peace and for having prohibited edged weapons (KNIVES)

It is alleged that on August 18^th, 2014 members of the Cornwall Street Crime unit executed a warrant at a Brookdale Avenue address and seized a quantity of drugs and cash. Lazore was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Deborah Cooper, 44 of Cornwall was arrested on August 19^th, 2014 and charged with breach of recognizance for having consumed alcohol. It is alleged that in the early morning hours of August 19^th, 2014 police attended the 500 block of Augustus Street for a suspicious persons call. Once on scene they located the intoxicated woman and took her into custody for breaching her conditions. She was charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

SD&G OPP

MAN CHARGED WITH STOLEN VEHICLE

(South Dundas) – On August 19th, 2014 at approximately 1:23am, an SD&G OPP officer attempted to stop a Sports Utility Vehicle for a traffic violation (speeding) on Highway 401, South Dundas Township. The driver failed to comply with the officer’s demand. The fleeing vehicle was observed being driven in an erratic manner and was subsequently intercepted by officers without incident. A check of the vehicle revealed it had been reported stolen from the Deseronto, Ontario area on August 12th, 2014.

Trevor TUCKER (37) of Greater Napanee, Ontario was arrested and is charged with;

- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000
- Flight while Pursued by Peace Officer
- Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
- Drive While Disqualified (3 counts)
- Fail to Comply with Probation Order (2 counts)
- Drive while Under Suspension (Highway Traffic Act)

He was held in custody pending an appearance (bail) in the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall this date.

DOMESTIC INVESTIGATION

(South Dundas) – On August 18th, 2014 at approximately 10:15am, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a domestic situation at a residence on Victoria Park Crescent, South Dundas Township. Investigation indicated an altercation between an adult male and his common-law spouse resulted in the male causing damage in the home. Further details revealed both were in breach of conditions imposed from a previous incident.

A 50 year old male and 43 year old female were arrested and are each charged with;

- Fail to Comply with Condition

The male faces an additional charge of;

- Mischief – Domestic

Both were held in custody pending an appearance (bail) in the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall.

THEFT OF FUEL

(South Stormont) – On August 18th, 2014 at approximately 8:15am, SD&G OPP responded to a report of theft of diesel fuel at a property on Pleasant Valley Road, South Stormont Township. Investigation led officers to the arrest of an adult male.

Ryan LEDUC (19) of South Stormont is charged with;

- Theft under $5000

He was released and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, Cornwall on September 18th, 2014.

MISCHIEF

(South Stormont) – On August 18th, 2014 at approximately 8:45pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a fire near the railway tracks in the area of County Roads 15 & 36, South Stormont Township. Investigation revealed partially burnt cardboard boxes in the area. Also observed was a rock pile on the tracks which could compromise railway travel. No incidents resulted from this incident.

Police are requesting anyone with information on suspicious activity relating to the above call SD&G OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

THEFTS

(North Dundas) – Over the past weekend (15-18Aug14), a 2007 white HLMK Utility trailer was taken from a commercial property on County Road 13, North Dundas Township.

(South Stormont) – Between (12-16Aug14), an “Upper Canada” 16’ Canoe with paddles and a “Future Beach Adventure” 8.6’ Kayak with paddle were taken from the Milles Roches Beach area of Long Sault Parkway, South Stormont Township.

Investigations continue.

BREAK-INS

(South Glengarry) – Overnight 17-18Aug14, a residence located on Glen Roy Road, South Glengarry Township was forcibly entered. No items were taken.

(South Glengarry) – On August 18th, 2014 between 5:00am and 4:00pm, a residence located on Concession 2, South Glengarry Township was forcibly entered. A quantity of cash was taken.

Investigations continue.

SCHOOL BUSES ARE ON THEIR WAY!

(Eastern Ontario) – Students are heading back to class and motorists should be on the lookout for students and school buses.  The OPP in East Region would like to remind everyone that some school buses will be on the road next week, while the remainder will be back in service on Tuesday, September 2, 2014.

“The OPP asks you to be attentive as the youth of our communities return to school in the coming weeks”, said Chief Superintendent Daniel Redmond, Commander of the OPP East Region.   “Safety is the number one priority.”

Every driver, encountering a stopped school bus that has its overhead red signal-lights flashing, shall stop before reaching the bus and shall not proceed until the bus moves or the overhead red signal-lights have stopped flashing. (Section 175(11) of the Highway Traffic Act)  The minimum fine for failing to stop is $400.

Many children walk to school and motorists should also be aware of the increased pedestrian traffic as children make their way to school.  Many may be distracted by excitement for the first day of class.  Slowdown in school zones and be extra cautious.  Motorists should watch for Community Safety Zones, where speeding fines are increased.  Community safety zones are clearly marked with road signs and are found near schools.

Drivers can expect to see an increased police presence. Adjust your driving, pay attention and be prepared to stop for children and school buses.   Make it safe for everyone!

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CFN –  The Canadian Stone Carving Festival will be taking place this weekend, August 23^rd and 24^th, at the corner of Wellington and Metcalfe. Forty stone carvers from across Canada and around the world will be working all weekend to create pieces of art, which will be auctioned offSunday evening in support of Habitat for Humanity National Capital Region (Habitat NCR).

“This two-day event is a unique opportunity to interact with professional carvers, artisans and enthusiasts as they have 16 hours to turn blocks of limestone into one-of-a-kind works of art using traditional methods,”

says co-organizer Danny Barber. The festival will be interactive, providing the opportunity for the public to try their hand at carving limestone, and to witness how the professionals transform stone to art.

Architectural stone carving is a niche trade in Canada, where there are an estimated 100 full-time carvers. Today, with the impressive West Block Rehabilitation Project underway at the Parliament Buildings, the city has once again attracted highly-skilled stonemasons and carvers. This project boasts the largest number of heritage stonemasons in Canada, and is the largest restoration project in Canadian history.

“Many of the carvers working on the Parliament Buildings will be showcasing their talents throughout the weekend. Think of it as the ice-sculpture competition, only with stone and nicer weather,” jokes Philippe Smith, the other co-organizer of the weekend’s festivities.

A live auction will take place at 6pm on Sunday with the artist’s creations being auctioned to support Habitat NCR. While the rest of the festival is free, tickets are required to attend the auction Sunday evening at the Parliament Pub, located at 101 Sparks Street. Tickets for the auction can be purchased in advance at the Parliament Pub or by visiting http://canadianstonecarvingfestival.com/.

“We are grateful that the stone carvers have chosen Habitat for Humanity as their charity of choice. We are excited to see the final works of these talented artists, and look forward to an exciting and interesting weekend festival” says Alexis Ashworth, CEO of Habitat NCR.

About Canadian Stone Carving Festival

The Canadian Stone Carving Festival is not a competition; this event was created to promote craft fellowship amongst carvers and build public awareness about the trade. Using hand tools only, participants will have 16 hours over two days to complete their pieces. The public is invited to enjoy the sights and sounds of this traditional work site and to engage with the carvers. All pieces will be auctioned to the public, with proceeds being donated to local charities.

About Habitat for Humanity NCR

Habitat for Humanity National Capital Region (NCR) is volunteer-based, non-profit organization that builds simple, decent homes for low-income working families. Habitat NCR sells the homes they build with a no-interest mortgage to families seeking an affordable home in which to raise their families. Habitat NCR achieves its mission by partnering with homeowners, corporate sponsors, donors and volunteers. Habitat NCR is currently building four homes in Orleans in 2014. To learn more, visit www.habitatncr.com

ASSAULT, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – A 29-year-old Cornwall woman was arrested on August 20^th, 2014 and charged with two counts of assault and one count of breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that on August 19^th, 2014 during an argument with her 42 year-old boy friend the woman slapped him in the face. The woman then punched a 59-year-old man who attempted to intervene. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On August 20^th, 2014 the woman was spotted in the area of Pitt Street and Third Street by a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service. She was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. Her name was not released as it might identify the victims in the matter.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Gordon Woods, 47 of Cornwall was arrested on August 20^th, 2014 and charged with breaching his undertaking for being within 50 meters of a specific address and for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that on August 15^th and 18^th, 2014 the man was found to be within 50 meters of the address where he has conditions not to attend. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. The man was located at his residence, taken into custody and charged accordingly. He was then transported to police headquarters and held for a bail hearing.

ROBBERY, DISGUISE WITH INTENT, POSSESSION OF A WEAPON

Cornwall, ON – Thomas Quinn, 32 of Cornwall was arrested on August 21^st, 2014 and charged with robbery, disguise with intent and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. It is alleged that in the early morning hours of August 21^st, 2014 the man attended a Fourteenth Street convenience store and demanded cash while brandishing a knife and concealing his identity. The man left after a brief struggle with the clerk and managed to take with him a quantity of cigars. Police were called and an investigation ensued. During their investigation the man was located at his residence, taken into custody and charged accordingly. He was transported to police headquarters and held for a bail hearing. No one was injured in the incident.

DRUG WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – On August 20^th, 2014 members of the Cornwall Emergency Response Team assisted the Cornwall Street Crime Unit execute a drug warrant at a Carleton Street address. As a result of the warrant a quantity of cocaine, marihuana, oxycodone and currency was seized and the following persons were charged as follows:

A 16-year-old Cornwall youth was arrested and charged with breaching her probation order for being out without parent or guardian, having consumed alcohol and failing to keep the peace.

Two 15-year-old youths along with Samantha Butcher, 39 and Sandy MacFarlane, 52 all of Cornwall were arrested and charged with:

• Possession of Cocaine
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine
• Property obtained by Crime
• Possession of Oxycodone
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking Oxycodone
• Possession of Marijuana

The three youths were released to appear in court at a later date. Their names were not released as per provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act

Samantha Butcher was also charged with breaching an undertaking for failing to keep the peace and Sandy MacFarlane was charged with breaching a recognizance for being in possession of drugs. They were both held for a bail hearing.

THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE, BREACH

            Cornwall, ON – Katlen Moore, 22 of Cornwall was arrested on August 19^th, 2014 and charged with theft of motor vehicle, assault police and breach of undertaking for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged that in the early morning hours of August 19^th, 2014 police attended the area of St-Felix Street and Easton Street in relation to a suspicious vehicle. Once on scene police located the woman and found her to be in possession of a stolen pickup truck. She was taken into custody for being in possession of the stolen vehicle and breaching her conditions. She was then transported to police headquarters where during the intake process she slapped an officer in the face. She was charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

SD&G OPP

MISSING PERSON

(North Stormont) – On August 20th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm, SD&G OPP responded to a report of a missing person from his residence on First Street in the Village of Crysler, North Stormont Township. Investigation revealed an adult male had left his residence for employment early morning (20Aug14) and family then observed his vehicle returned at the home at 1:00pm but no contact was made with him.

Douglas Guy BROWN (57) is described as follows; 5’7” – 160lbs, blue eyes, greyish/white hair, thin build, grey full mustache with beard stubble, wearing glasses and paint stained pants.

SD&G OPP officers, assisted by OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), Canine Unit, and OPP Helicopter Unit members are currently at the scene searching the area. Anyone with information is asked to call OPP at 1-888-310-1122

VEHICLE FIRE – EASTBOUND HIGHWAY 401 RE-OPENED (UPDATE)
(South Stormont) – The eastbound lanes of Highway 401 have been re-opened to traffic following a vehicle fire. SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a vehicle fire on August 21st, 2014 at approximately 12:15am on Highway 401, eastbound lanes, South Stormont Township. Investigation revealed a tractor-trailer unit caught fire due to mechanical reasons.

Fire Department attended and a section of Highway 401, eastbound lanes (only) was closed to traffic between Dickinson Drive (Ingleside) exit and Moulinette Road (Long Sault) exit as personnel tended to the scene .

The 36 year old male driver (from Etobicoke, Ontario) was not injured. The vehicle was carrying non-hazardous products (dog food).

Ottawa Police Service

Posted: 20 Aug 2014 01:30 PM PDT

Lowertown Foot Patrol Project results

News – Ottawa Police Service CFN- Ottawa Police Service have released video of the intruder to the home of Liberal leader Justin Trudeau recently.

The Ottawa Police Service Break and Enter Unit is seeking public assistance to identify a person of interest in relation to a recent nighttime prowling incident in the Rockliffe area.

The man can be seen in pictures and 

Anyone with information about the identity of the person of interest is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service Central Break and Enter Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 4533 or phone Crime Stoppers at 613-233-8477(TIPS) or toll-free at 1-800-222-8477.

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CFN – As the long hot Summer comes to an end changes have occurred across the NHL.   Some more drastic than others.    Some teams have new coaches and GM’s.   We’re going to look at Canada’s six teams and rate their performances in their attempt to bring Lord Stanley’s Cup back to Canada.

Montreal – 100 points – 9th – Marc Bergevin

Bergy has been an interesting study to watch.   I would consider him to be a conservative GM and with a city like Montreal one can’t blame him.    One bad trade or signing can turn  very fickle fans into an angry mob as seen by the PK Subban signing.

His team over performed this past year enjoying a profitable run for Habs owner Geoff Molson.

The major acquisitions leading into the season were an aged Daniel Briere who appeared to have issues with Coach Therrien, Douglas Murray, and George Parros; most of which went as flat as Parros was in his first game for the Habs.  Tomas Vanek was not resigned; but nobody expected him back in Montreal.

This year more dramatic moves and signings occurred.   Josh Gorges was literally dumped.  Brian Gionta was not going to be resigned.

Late season hero Mike Weaver was resigned and adding Tom Gilbert almost equaled the dollars given to Gorges.   Great move and a sign that expectations for the D men on the Baby Habs in Hamilton are actually expected to arrive this season or next.   Gionta was eating up minutes needed for Brendan Gallagher.

Getting anything for Louis Leblanc was good, a wasted 1st round draft pick.   Resigning Markov for 3 years at $17.25 is going to bite hard for the good or bad.  There probably will be no middle ground on that deal.   Dale Weise showed some spice and grit; but mostly he showed up for the play offs.

Parenteau for Briere was a good move as Briere’s value was not going up.   The Malholtra signing gets my thumbs up.   Sekac is a lottery ticket and if Montreal has anything it’s cash so why not?

That leaves us with the Eller and Subban signings.   The Eller one really confuses me.  While Lars had a great off season his regular season left much to be desired.    Clearly Bergevin thinks that Eller is a 40 point 3rd line centre to sign him to that contract.   The question is he or is he not?

The PK situation was clearly an agent win; from the bridge contract fiasco of two years ago to the media push on behalf of Subban’s value to the team.

Sometimes you win and sometimes you lose.  In this case Bergy lost big time.   Hopefully it was a learning curve.   PK is a fine player and I personally think the kind that eventually will play on a championship team as he matures.   His contract is a bit high and leaves no wiggle room for bad seasons.   An interesting out is that it’s top loaded.  Montreal essentially has him for two years at $7M and can trade him anywhere they wish for those two years.   That is an interesting wrinkle to the signing .

Signing Michel Therrien long term was also a bit boggling; but again this is Montreal and politics always plays a role in team decisions.

Montreal still hasn’t solved the issue of its needs at Centre which is a concern.

Montreal grade for Marc Bergevin      B

Ottawa – 88 points – 21st – Bryan Murray

What an ugly year for the Sens GM.   Diagnosed with illness and working for an owner hell bent on being Penny Wise and Pound Foolish; the Sens have now lost franchise player Jason Spezza after losing long time and very popular captain Daniel Alfredsson the year before.    Bobby Ryan, who the Sens paid a heavy price for, is recovering from off season hernia surgery and is UFA himself.

The Sens folded this year after losing Alfie and Sergei Gonchar.   Things were so bad on D that 1st rounder Cody Ceci was called up eating a season of his rookie eligibility to stop the bleeding.

 Eric Gryba for 2 more years is a nice bridge.    The Spezza trade was an utter disaster.  The key piece, Alex Chiasson doesn’t really measure up as a top six forward and the draft pick was a 2nd from Dallas.   The trade clearly did not fill any gaping need for Ottawa nor help fill the loss of Spezza.

Milan Michalek or Ales Hemsky?   Ottawa went with Michalek.

I like the Legwand signing; especially for the dollars.   The Lehner contract is a good deal for Ottawa and it gives them flexibility as they decide on their goal tending situation.

The Sens must know something about Mark Borowiecki that the rest of the league doesn’t giving him $1.1M for 3 years and Clarke MacArthur finally has a home and lots of respect after Ottawa opened the bank and gave him $23.25M for 5 years.

Ottawa is a hot mess and one key injury away from the Connor McDavid sweeps.

Sens grade for Bryan Murray   C-

Winnipeg Jets – 84 points – 22nd – Kevin Cheveldayoff

So your team overwhelmingly under performs and you …..do basically nothing?   Of course that’s basically better than making Spezza type deals.

The biggest move so far was losing Olli Jokinen and signing Mathieu Perrault which is a swap with some variance and resigning Keaton Ellerby and Michael Frolik.

How many seasons have Evander Kane and Dustin Byfuglien been the buzz of trade rumors now; even Zach Bogosian is  in the rumor mill now?    That distraction has not been dealt with.      Is Ondrej Pavelec a good goalie or do the Jets need an upgrade?  While fans and media clearly seem to think the latter no moves to date have been made.

Winnipeg on  paper and in theory should be achieving much more than they have.   The question is why they haven’t.  Even with the move of Byfuglien to wing from D the Jets still have a solid corps in their back end.

Sometimes the deals you don’t make are better than the deals you do; but time is running out for the Jets GM; especially if this team doesn’t come out strong from the gate.

Jets grade for Kevin Cheveldayoff     D

Toronto Maple Leafs – 83 points – 23rd – Dave Nonis

How did this team fare worse than Winnipeg?   The Leafs threw money at a bunch of problems without resolving any.    No major trades or signings; but a lot of depth holes were plugged and maybe that was the way to go?

Roman Polak in for Carl Gunnarsson.   Stephane Robidas and his broken leg $9M for 3 years; popular Leo Komarov back for nearly $3M per year begs the question of why let him go the KHL in the first place?  I like the David Booth lottery ticket.  I think he’ll be this year’s Mason Raymond for the Leafs and probably score as many points as well.

Signing Cody Franson for one year buys the Leafs some time, same for James Reimer’s 2 year bridge deal.   Jake Gardiner’s $20.25 5 year deal shows what Toronto expects from the young gun.

Nazim Kadri is still Toronto’s #2 centre as of this story.    The Leafs, like the Jets, should do much better than they have.

Dave Nonis looks like his head is primed and ready for the chopping block.    It should be interesting to see if this team gets off to a good start and saves him or not?

Leafs grade for Dave Nonis –   B-

Vancouver Canucks – 83 points – 25th –  Jim Benning

The mighty Vancouver Canucks plunged hard this past season spelling the end of GM Mike Gillis and coach John Tortorella.

Nick Bonino had a career year and was 3rd in scoring in Anaheim after Getzlaf and Perry.   Vancouver also picked up Luca Sbisa as a depth d man in the deal along with a 1st and a swap of 3rds for Ryan Kesler.

A step back, but not a Spezza step back.   Benning dumped Jason Garrison’s contract for a 2nd.  Used a 2nd to land Linden Vey from LA, grabbed Radim Vrbata for $10M over two years and then decided they needed a proven #1 in goal after the Luongo mess and nabbed Ryan Miller, who failed St. Louis in the play offs,  for 3 years at $6M per.

  Yannick Weber and Chris Tanev were resigned as well.

Vancouver is clearly reloading as opposed to blowing it all up.   The Sedins are still there and resigned to new 3 year deals.   Vancouver is a veteran bubble team.

The question is where will Benning take them?

Canucks grade for Jim Benning   N/A

Calgary Flames – 77 Points – 27th –  Brad Treliving

Brian Burke finally brought in a new GM in Brad Treliving; but his mark is clearly on this team as it rebuilds.  It’s interesting that this squad finished ahead of Edmonton with all of their young studs.    It’s also interesting to see some of the moves the Flames have quietly made.

Cap picking from Chicago Calgary landed Brandon Bollig for a 3rd.  Bollig is clearly a Burke kinda guy with size and sand paper.

Speedy Mason Raymond will have a great opportunity to add to his points total from last year in Calgary.   Jonas Hiller for 2 years $9M works.

Paul Byron and big Joe Colborne also were resigned and will be given ice time.   Devon Setoguchi gets a chance for lots of ice time too.    He really is a pretty good hockey player who doesn’t have to score 30+ goals to have value; especially at his $750K price tag.

Calgary clearly is rebuilding, and probably be in the Connor McDavid sweeps; but with the new lottery formula at the draft don’t have to be Edmonton bad.   They are a character team as most Burke squads are; but there’s some interesting talent sprouting like Johnny Gaudreau.

Flames grade for Brad Treliving   N/A

Edmonton Oilers – 67 points – 28th – Craig MacTavish 

When Craig MacTavish entered as Oilers GM he made some big promises of change.   So far that really hasn’t occurred and the team stunk again in spite of years of top draft picks some of whom now have very big contracts.

He grabbed Nikita Nikitin from Columbus and signed him for 2 years $9M; salary dumped Sam Gagner for Teddy Purcell, and then gave some mighty money for Benoit Pouliot($4M per year for 5 years)  and Mark Fayne ($14.5M for 4 years) while plugging a few holes with Keith Aulie and Luke Gazdic.   Jeff Petry was resigned for 1 year at $3.1M.

Mac T has managed to settle his goal tending with Ben Scrivens and Viktor Fasth in place.   The d is a hot mess and for a team with such high powered draft picks over the last five years they still are essentially a one line team that may end up being in the Connor McDavid sweeps as well.

Oilers grade for Craig MacTavish   C-

Hockey is Canada’s game; but looking over last year’s performance and only one Canadian team making the play offs shows a malaise.

Many Canadian born players with partial no trade clauses seem to single out Canadian cities as places they refuse to be moved to.

Clearly Canada’s franchises need to do better, and of course that starts top down.

Was Montreal simply lucky this year?  Where the Jets and Leafs as bad as their records and can Edmonton, Calgary, and Ottawa be respectable this season?

Those are some of the questions their GM’s have to be asking themselves as we get closer to the opening of camps for the 2014/15 NHL season.

So hockey fans?  Are you happy with your team and GM?  You can post your comments below.

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OPP SD&G

IMPAIRED DRIVING

(North Stormont) – On August 23, 2014 at approximately 10:00pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on County Road 15, North Stormont Township. Investigation revealed the adult male driver was under the influence of alcohol.

Jesse FONTAINE (21) of South Glengarry was arrested and is charged with;

- Driving a Motor Vehicle while Ability Impaired
- Driving with More than 80 Milligrams of alcohol in Blood

He was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on September 16, 2014.

(North Glengarry) – On August 24, 2014 at approximately 3:52pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a two (2) vehicle collision in the parking of a commercial property on Main Street South in the Town of Alexandria, North Glengarry Township. Investigation revealed the driver of one of the vehicles was under the influence of alcohol.

Dwayne WYLIE (41) of North Glengarry was arrested and is charged with;

- Driving a Motor Vehicle while Ability Impaired
- Driving with More than 80 Milligrams of alcohol in Blood

He was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Alexandria on October 1, 2014.

DOMESTIC INVESTIGATIONS

(North Glengarry) – On August 22, 2014 at approximately 11:29pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a domestic situation at a residence on Dominion Street in the Town of Alexandria, North Glengarry Township. Investigation indicated that a verbal argument had occurred between an adult male and his girlfriend. A check of the male revealed he was in breach of conditions imposed from a previous incident.

The 22 year old male (from North Glengarry) was arrested and is charged with;

- Fail to Comply with Recognizance (3 counts)

He was held in custody pending a court appearance (bail) at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall.

(South Stormont) – On August 24, 2014 at approximately 3:47pm, SD&G OPP officers began an investigation into a report of a domestic situation which occurred at a residence on Highway 138, South Stormont Township. Investigation indicated that an altercation between an adult female and her ex-spouse resulted in the male being assaulted.

The 22 year old female (from Cornwall, Ontario) was arrested and is charged with;

- Assault

She was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on 23 September, 2014.

MISCHIEF

(South Stormont) – On August 22, 2014 at approximately 4:37pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence on Forest Hill Road, South Stormont Township. Investigation indicated that a male youth was being aggressive and had caused damaged to the home and a vehicle on the property.

The 14 year old was arrested and is charged with;

- Mischief Over $5000

He was held in custody pending a court appearance (bail) at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall.

UTTER THREAT

(South Dundas) – On August 23, 2014 at approximately 5:08pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a threat at a residence on Caldwell Drive in the Village of Iroquois, South Dundas Township. Investigation indicated that an adult male had uttered a threat towards an adult female.

The 32 year old male (from South Dundas) was arrested and is charged with;

- Utter Threat

He was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Morrisburg on October 28, 2014.

DRUGS SEIZED

(North Glengarry) – On August 23, 2014 at approximately 9:05pm, an SD&G OPP officer had the occasion to stop a vehicle on Highway 417, North Glengarry Township. The stop resulted in the seizure of a small quantity of suspected marihuana from the adult male driver.

Thiam DEIRRY (22) of Gatineau, Quebec was arrested and is charged with;

- Possession of a Controlled Substance.

He was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Alexandria on October 29, 2014.

(South Glengarry) – On August 23, 2014 at approximately 9:08pm, an SD&G OPP officer had the occasion to stop a vehicle on County Road 2, South Glengarry Township. The stop resulted in the seizure of a small quantity of suspected marihuana from the adult male driver.

Edmund POIRIER (58) of Cornwall, Ontario was arrested ad is charged with;

- Possession of a Controlled Substance.

He was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Alexandria on October 1, 2014.

THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE

(South Dundas) – Overnight (24-25August, 2014) a vehicle was stolen from a property on Haines Road, South Dundas Township. The vehicle is described as a 2001 Infinity I30, green in colour.

An investigation continues.

MARINE

(SD&G) – On August 23, 2014, the SD&G OPP Marine Unit was on patrol of the St-Lawrence River. Throughout the day, a total of six (6) boat operators were charged for small vessels infractions, including a lack of required safety/distress equipment and documentation.

Police wish to remind waterways enthusiasts to be cognizant of the law and focus on safety at all times. Please refer to the following link for more information. http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-2010-91/

Ottawa Police Service

Body recovered from the Ottawa River

CFN – OPP Constable Michael Janho, 32, of Kanata, was arrested again on new charges of Sexual Exploitation.

He had been previously charged with child luring and possession of a restricted firearm.

A 32-year-old Ontario Provincial Police officer previously charged with child luring is now facing new charges.

Const. Michael Janho, of Kanata, was re-arrested Friday and charged with two counts of sexual exploitation.

Janho is a six-year member of the OPP and was working out of the Ottawa detachment when he was initially charged in June 2013 with child-luring and possession of a restricted firearm after having turned in his service revolver.

Janho’s first charges were related to incidences that allegedly occurred between September & December 2012.

He has been suspended with pay ever since.

Janho was off-duty at the time of the incidents and is a six year veteran of the OPP.    The incidents were reported to involve a teenage girl.

CORNWALL Ontario – Convicted Fraudster Neil Shah was denied day parole recently.    Mr. Shah is the son of Cornwall Doctor, Nat Shah, who has won Cornwall Citizen of the Year honours.

What’s particularly heinous about Neil Shah is that most of his frauds were committed after he was first arrested.

Shah was sentenced to 5 and 1/2 years; but had already served 11 months.

An Ottawa Sun story cites:  LINK

Shah might have remained free on bail but Dorval noted the majority of his frauds took place after he’d been arrested and released on conditions.

“There is very little that is mitigating in this case,” Dorval said.

Shah — an educated man from an honourable family — was remarkably industrious.

One victim, who worked for Shah, described a very expensive lifestyle including the use of high end prostitutes and the purchasing of expensive hockey memorabilia.

Mr. Shah who was convicted of over $2,000,000 in fraud; has had the proceeds of a home given to his victims and they still are waiting for possible proceeds from the liquidation of the sports memorabilia.  Mr. Shah allegedly had applied for day parole where he was to work at part time jobs including his father’s medical practice and a Mercedes auto dealership.

One of his victims, a Cornwall family, lost their retirement savings and ended up losing their home.   They had trusted Neil Shah because his father, Dr. Nat Shah, was their own physician.

If you were one of his sixteen known victims and wish to be interviewed for our follow up story please email info@cornwallfreenews.com or call 855 444 1133