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VOLUME 41 • NO. 12 • 6 PAGES • EMBRUN, ON • SEPTEMBER 30 2026
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OPP WARNS AGAINST TAMPERING WITH ELECTION SIGNS EAP NEWSROOM nouvelles@eap.on.ca
them from approved locations, damaging or vandalizing them, relocating them without permission or disposing of them in ditches, parks, and other locations. Such actions can affect property owners, candidates, campaign volunteers and the broader community. The OPP is encouraging residents to respect public and private property and refrain from tampering with election signs. Police warn that those involved in the theft, destruction or unauthorized removal of election signs could face criminal charges, including theft, mischief or other applicable offences. Anyone with information about incidents involving election signs is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at www. crimestopperssdm.com.
Police remind residents that stealing, damaging or removing election signs without permission may result in criminal charges. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is remin- ding residents that interfering with election signs may constitute a criminal offence as municipal election campaigns get underway. Police have received concerns about the theft, damage and unauthorized removal of election signs and are reminding residents that reported incidents will be investigated. Election signs are an important part of the democratic process, allowing candidates to communicate with voters and residents to express their political support. According to the OPP, interference with elec- tion signs can include stealing signs, removing
The Hawkesbury OPP is reminding residents that stealing, damaging or removing election signs without permission may constitute a criminal offence as municipal election campaigns get underway. (File photo)
PRESCOTT AND RUSSELL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ANNOUNCES RECIPIENT OF PRESIDENT’S AWARD
their contribution to community’s econo- mic development, and their support for the entrepreneurial ecosystem. This person, chosen by the members of the Board of Directors of the PRCDC, is recognized for their contribution to regional economic growth, for their contribution to strengthening links between small busi- nesses and the community, the promotion of local purchasing and leadership. Kelly also serves as the vice-president of the Fédération des gens d’affaires fran- cophones de l’Ontario and is the outgoing president of the Prescott and Russell Cham- ber of Commerce.
ANIL JHALLI anil.jhalli@eap.on.ca
The Prescott and Russell Community Development Corporation (PRCDC) recently announced the recipient of the 2026 President’s Distinction Award. This year’s recipient is Mark Kelly, owner of KB Media Group in Casselman. The award is present during the PRCDC’s annual general meeting, where one per- son from the United Counties of Prescott and Russell (UCPR) region is honoured for their commitment to their community,
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