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CBC
3 days ago
- CBC
Gun fired during weekend road rage incident near Windsor's riverfront, cops say
New Rear window damaged but no one was hurt Image | police sirens Caption: Authorities say two vehicles were travelling eastbound on Riverside Drive near Parent Avenue when one driver reportedly yelled obscenities at the other before someone in the vehicle fired a gun at the car, damaging its rear window. (Gian-Paolo Mendoza/CBC) Windsor police are investigating after they say a gun was fired during a road rage incident Saturday around 11 p.m. Authorities say two vehicles were travelling eastbound on Riverside Drive near Pierre Avenue when one driver reportedly yelled obscenities at the other before someone in the vehicle fired a gun at the car, damaging its rear window. The suspect vehicle fled the scene shortly thereafter. No injuries were reported. The suspect vehicle is described as a late model four-door sedan, possibly grey or chocolate brown in colour. The driver is a black male in his 20s. Two other occupants were seen in the vehicle, though no descriptions are available.
BBC News
17-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Dundee to press on with training ground plans
Dundee are to reapply for permission to build a new training ground at Riverside Drive after an initial go-ahead from the council was reversed. (The Courier, external - subscription required)
CTV News
26-06-2025
- CTV News
Suspect caused $2M in damage, Timmins police say
The suspect is described as a young male wearing a dark green sweatshirt with a light-coloured logo on the left chest and black shorts. Loading the player instance is taking more time than usual Loading the player instance is taking more time than usual Police in Timmins have released security camera footage and a screengrab of a male they believe was responsible for an incident that caused $2 million in damage early Wednesday morning. 'The Timmins Police Service and Cochrane District Crime Stoppers are seeking the public's assistance in identifying the person responsible for a series of intentional vehicle collisions that caused significant property damage along Riverside Drive,' police said in a news release Thursday. Timmins suspect A screengrab of the suspect who is described as a young male wearing a dark green sweatshirt with a light-coloured logo on the left chest and black shorts. (Timmins police photo) A suspect driving a stolen Ford F150 was seen 'driving erratically and deliberately striking multiple commercial properties in the area,' police said. 'The vehicle ultimately came to a stop after becoming lodged on a guardrail in a residential neighbourhood on Sterling Avenue. A witness in the area observed a male suspect fleeing the final scene on foot.' At least one car dealership in the area was struck, posting about the damage on its Facebook page. The suspect is described as a young male wearing a dark green sweatshirt with a light-coloured logo on the left chest and black shorts. 'The damages from this incident are estimated to exceed $2 million, including the total destruction of the stolen vehicle,' police said. Anyone with information on the case is asked to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online. If information leading to an arrest could lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000. You will remain anonymous and will not be required to testify in court.
BBC News
24-06-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Burst main in Aberdeen closes road and affects water supplies
About 2,500 Aberdeen residents have been facing disruption to their water supply due to serious damage to a water Water said a 15-inch (40cm) burst was discovered on Riverside Drive, which left part of the area flooded and the road said the AB12 postcode area had been Water said that as repairs were carried out customers could experience no water supply and low or intermittent pressure. It added that there were no plans to supply bottled water to residents with repairs already in progress. Aberdeen City Council said Riverside Drive had been closed between Riverside Place and Riverside Terrace while repairs were carried said local diversions were in place but drivers were asked to take an alternative route and avoid the area.
CTV News
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
City receives 26 noise complaints on first night of Escapade Music Festival, Ottawa councillor says
Escapade Music Festival in Ottawa on June 21, 2025. The City of Ottawa fielded 26 complaints from residents relating to the noise Friday evening. (Escapade Music Festival/Instagram) The City of Ottawa fielded a wave of complaints on the first night of the Escapade Music Festival Friday evening. Alta Vista Coun. Marty Carr tells CTV News Ottawa that Bylaw Services received 26 complaints related to the electronic music festival on Riverside Drive. She adds that her office received additional questions and grievances through email and social media. Some of the biggest artists in EDM took to the stage Friday night, including Gryffin and Kygo. It's the first time since 2013 the festival is being held on the grounds of the RA Centre since moving to Lansdowne Park in 2017. Escapade was granted an exemption of the city's noise bylaw and was allowed to play music above the normally allowed sound threshold on Friday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Carr says that all readings by the city were below the allowable sound threshold. 'City staff are proactively monitoring sound levels and are working closely with the event organizer to ensure compliance with noise by-law,' Carr said in a post on Facebook. 'Residents who believe the sound exceeds permitted levels are encouraged to contact 311. Staff will respond and take on-site sound measurements to determine if a violation has occurred and follow up with the organizer.' Escapade will also be allowed to play loud music from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sunday. Sound from the festival is not allowed to exceed 65 dBA. There were no serious injuries on first night of Escapade, according to the Ottawa Paramedic Service. A spokesperson told CTV News Ottawa that crews assessed eight festival goers, with five requiring transport to hospital. All are said to be in stable condition. The festival continues on Saturday and Sunday. With files from CTV News Ottawa's Josh Marano
