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Global News
a day ago
- Global News
Ontario brewery loses liquor licence after owner charged with drug trafficking
An eastern Ontario brewery has found itself in trouble after the owner was charged with drug trafficking. The Longtooth Beverage Company, located at 429 West Front St., in Stirling, Ont., had its liquor licence suspended by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) after the owner was charged with trafficking cocaine and other drugs. 'Illicit drug trafficking directly undermines public safety and the AGCO will continue to work with our partners in law enforcement to combat criminal activity wherever it is identified,' Karin Schnarr, the commission's CEO, said in a statement. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy On July 30, Ontario Provincial Police executed several search warrants at residences on Whites Road in Quinte West and West Front Street in Stirling, as well as a business on West Front Street and associated vehicles. Police say three people were arrested and charged with drug trafficking. Officers seized cocaine, a quantity of suspected LSD and psilocybin pills. Story continues below advertisement Among those charged is the owner and sole proprietor of the brewery. The commission said the licence suspension at the Longtooth Beverage Company is in response to the charges against the owner for his alleged role in a drug trafficking operation. The commission says under the Liquor Licence and Control Act, it has the ability to immediately suspend a liquor licence when it is considered in the public interest. The suspension is effective as of Aug. 14.
Hamilton Spectator
17-07-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
Regulator suspends Ontario bar's liquor licence after owner convicted of sex assault
FERGUS - Ontario's alcohol regulator has suspended and is seeking to revoke the liquor licence of a bar in Fergus after one of the owners was found guilty of two counts of sexual assault. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario says it has issued an order that halted liquor sales at the Goofie Newfie as of July 15. The commission says it has also issued a notice of proposal to revoke the bar's liquor licence. The regulator says the Liquor Licence and Control Act states that people are not eligible for a liquor licence when there are reasonable grounds to believe they won't do business according to the law and with integrity and honesty. It says the court ruling in the sex assault case of Robert O'Brien is enough evidence to back up those concerns. The commission says businesses who are served with a suspension order or a notice of proposal to revoke a licence have the right to appeal within 15 days. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 16, 2025. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Toronto Sun
16-07-2025
- Toronto Sun
Regulator suspends Ontario bar's liquor licence after owner convicted of sex assault
Published Jul 16, 2025 • Last updated 5 minutes ago • 1 minute read Ontario's alcohol regulator has suspended and is seeking to revoke the liquor licence of a bar in Fergus after one of the owners was found guilty of two counts of sexual assault. Photo by iStock / GETTY IMAGES FERGUS, Ont. — Ontario's alcohol regulator has suspended and is seeking to revoke the liquor licence of a bar in Fergus after one of the owners was found guilty of two counts of sexual assault. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario says it has issued an order that halted liquor sales at the Goofie Newfie as of July 15. The commission says it has also issued a notice of proposal to revoke the bar's liquor licence. The regulator says the Liquor Licence and Control Act states that people are not eligible for a liquor licence when there are reasonable grounds to believe they won't do business according to the law and with integrity and honesty. It says the court ruling in the sex assault case of Robert O'Brien is enough evidence to back up those concerns. The commission says businesses who are served with a suspension order or a notice of proposal to revoke a licence have the right to appeal within 15 days. RECOMMENDED VIDEO Celebrity Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto & GTA Canada Editorial Cartoons
Winnipeg Free Press
16-07-2025
- Winnipeg Free Press
Regulator suspends Ontario bar's liquor licence after owner convicted of sex assault
FERGUS – Ontario's alcohol regulator has suspended and is seeking to revoke the liquor licence of a bar in Fergus after one of the owners was found guilty of two counts of sexual assault. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario says it has issued an order that halted liquor sales at the Goofie Newfie as of July 15. The commission says it has also issued a notice of proposal to revoke the bar's liquor licence. The regulator says the Liquor Licence and Control Act states that people are not eligible for a liquor licence when there are reasonable grounds to believe they won't do business according to the law and with integrity and honesty. It says the court ruling in the sex assault case of Robert O'Brien is enough evidence to back up those concerns. The commission says businesses who are served with a suspension order or a notice of proposal to revoke a licence have the right to appeal within 15 days. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 16, 2025.
Ottawa Citizen
07-07-2025
- Ottawa Citizen
ByWard Market area will have increased police presence for rest of summer
Headed to the ByWard Market? You can expect to see more police in the area when you get there. Article content The Ottawa Police Service, in a news release Monday, stated that residents and visitors will notice an increased police presence in the Market and 'Downtown Rideau' for the remainder of the summer as part of a 'focused initiative to address crime and social disorder.' Article content Article content Article content It said Frontline and Neighbourhood Resource Team officers will be patrolling the areas in collaboration with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, OC Transpo and the City of Ottawa's Bylaw and Regulatory Services. Article content Article content A zero-tolerance approach will be taken in monitoring disorderly behaviour (including Liquor Licence and Control Act offences) and aggressive panhandling, the release stated. Article content The police also released results from what they called the ByWard Market and Downtown Rideau Safety Initiative, conducted overnight on July 5. As a result of the operation, there were 15 alcohol pour-outs; four business safety inspections; four medical calls; one edged weapon seized; one firearm seized; one fight broken up; and one property found. Article content The community safety initiatives are to continue every weekend during the summer to 'ensure a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.' Article content Police said incidents can be reported online at by calling the non-emergency number 613-236-1222, extension 7300, or by calling 911 in the case of an emergency or a crime in progress. Article content
