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CTV News
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
1 dead, another in hospital following collision in King Township
Emergency crews are on the scene of a collision on Highway 9 in King Township on Friday, July 4, 2025. (Chopper 24) One person is dead and another is in hospital following a collision in King Township on Friday afternoon. Ontario Provincial Police say it happened on Highway 9 near Weston Road just after 1 p.m. It appears an SUV and a transport truck were involved in the collision. Images from Chopper 24 show the SUV with extensive damage on the driver's side. Highway 9 collision An SUV with extensive damage following a collision on Highway 9 in King Township on Friday, July 4, 2025. (Chopper 24) Several cargo loads from the truck are seen strewn across the highway. The cause of the collision is unknown. Highway 9 is closed between South Canal Bank Road and Highway 400, while Weston Road is closed approaching Highway 9.
CBC
30-06-2025
- CBC
Boy, 12, bit by coyote in King Township: police
Police are warning the public to watch out for coyotes in part of King Township after a 12-year-old boy was bit by one on Sunday afternoon. The incident around 12:15 p.m. near Highway 27 and King Road in Nobleton, York Regional Police said in a post on X. The boy was taken to hospital with minor leg injuries. Toronto Wildlife and Vaughan Animal Services have been notified, police said. King Township said it is working with both agencies in a post on Facebook on Sunday. Police are advising people to use caution in the area after there have been "frequent" coyotes sightings there. Anyone who has video or photographs of coyotes in the area is asked to contact Vaughan Animal Services, including details about the date, time and location of the sighting, King Township said.
CTV News
28-06-2025
- General
- CTV News
Rural York Region residents warned about coyote activity
Residents in the Nobleton area of King Township are being advised about coyote activity in their community after recently reported encounters between locals and pets. The Township of King released a notice on Friday stating that they are 'aware' of the recent coyote encounters and that Vaughan Animal Services (VAS) is gathering information to put together a response plan. 'We understand these encounters can be unsettling, and we want to assure residents that community safety is our top priority. We thank everyone for their continued vigilance and cooperation,' stated the township in their notice. Nobleton residents are encouraged to report coyote sightings to VAS and to call 911 in the event of an emergency. The township and VAS are also partnering to educate residents and help reduce the risk of negative interactions with coyotes. Some reminders they list include: Never feeding or approaching a coyote or other wild animals, as it could lead them to associating humans with food. Supervising pets; keeping dogs on leashes and cats indoors. Removing bird feeders or other items that attract small mammals that could in turn attract predators such as coyotes. Keeping barbecues clean, properly disposing pet waste and placing waste at the curb only on the morning of collection days. For those who encounter a coyote, the township and VAS recommend:
CTV News
20-06-2025
- CTV News
Woman caught damaging vehicle with golf club accused of assaulting arresting officers: SSP
South Simcoe police cruisers are pictured with their lights flashing. Police arrested a 22-year-old woman accused of taking a golf club to a vehicle and assaulting the arresting officers in Innisfil. South Simcoe police say officers were called to a property on Line 7 early Tuesday evening and learned a woman had confronted another while holding 'a sharp barbecue tool.' While attempting to take the woman into custody, police say she became uncooperative and started kicking the officers. It's unclear what started the disturbance, but ultimately, the accused, from King Township, was criminally charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, mischief, uttering threats to cause death, and two counts of assaulting peace officers.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Yahoo
1 dead, 6 others injured in collision in King Township: York police
One person is dead after a two-vehicle crash in King Township Sunday, said York police. The collision happened in the Jane Street and 16th Sideroad area just after 2:15 p.m. One person was pronounced dead, police said. Six other people were injured, but are in stable condition, police said. Roads in the area were closed for investigation, but have since reopened. Any witnesses are being asked to contact York police.
