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Raccoons seized from Kawartha Lakes animal sanctuary euthanized after being diagnosed with distemper: MinistryThe seizure of more than 80 raccoons from a Kawartha Lakes wildlife sanctuary by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry last September made headlines. The seizure left many people with questions, including what happened to the animals from Mally’s Third Chance Raccoon Rescue and Rehabilition. Tricia Mason reports and a warning some might find...EnvironmentJan 18
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Conservation officials remind hunters in Peterborough region of rules and regulationsFor many around the central Ontario region this time of year is known as hunting season. Whether that’s duck, deer, or moose. Tricia Mason takes a look at some rules and regulations, as well as more on a special request from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.EnvironmentNov 3, 2023
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Ontario’s largest raccoon rescue facility mulling legal action against MNRF following raidMally’s Third Chance, Ontario’s largest raccoon rescue, located in the City of Kawartha Lakes, is in the process of assembling a team to take legal action against the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. Advocates are raising concerns about the wellbeing of nearly a hundred raccoons after they were seized by enforcement officers. Germain Ma...EnvironmentOct 6, 2023
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Black bear in Port Hope dismantles bird feeder in yardA black bear roaming the Town of Port Hope over the past few days was spotted on Tuesday night destroying a bird feeder. The animal targeted the feeder on a property on Silver Crescent just off Victoria Street North in the town’s northwest end around 9:45 p.m. The bear spent about 30 minutes tearing apart...EnvironmentApr 29, 2020
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Black bear sightings in Peterborough’s West EndPeterborough Police have sent out a warning online concerning a black bear that has been reportedly sighted throughout May in the city’s west end. Though the black bear has been described as “timid” the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is reminding residents to exercise caution if they come in contact with the bear, and...EnvironmentMay 28, 2021
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Wildlife groups fight coyote-killing contest in BellevilleWildlife organizations are asking the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to end a coyote-killing contest in Belleville.Feb 12, 2021
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Officials looking for answers after a deer was poached in BancroftThe Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry is asking for the public help in their investigation of a disturbing discovery. They want to track down the person who illegally shot a deer and left its body in the middle of frozen Bay Lake. Tricia Mason has more on this developing story…CrimeFeb 23, 2022
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Moose found north of Port Hope safely relocated: Ministry of Natural Resources and ForestryA moose found just north of Port Hope Tuesday evening has been sedated and relocated north of Peterborough County. OPP say they received a call for a moose near County Road 28 and Oughs Road. On arrival, they found it on a nearby farm. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry tranquilized the animal and...Oct 5, 2022
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Moose euthanized after blocking Ottawa highwayAuthorities say a moose that disrupted traffic on a highway in Ottawa has been euthanized. A spokeswoman with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry says the moose blocked traffic for several hours on Highway 417 on Thursday morning.CanadaJul 20, 2018
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Portion of Crown land in Burleigh Falls closed due to unsafe conditionsIn a rare move, a chunk of crown land beside Burleigh Falls has been closed to the public by the province. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry took the action after numerous complaints about an influx of visitors leaving behind garbage and abusing the property. Dan Nyznik has the story.EnvironmentJul 9, 2020
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Rainfall slows some wildfire activity in Ontario, officials sayOntario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry said rainfall on Aug. 11 would temporarily slow the spread of fires burning in the province’s northwest. According to the ministry, 1,077 fires have been recorded in the province this year compared to 531 in the same period in 2020.CanadaAug 12, 2021
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Banding and naming of Hamilton’s peregrine falcon chicksMark Nash of the Canadian Peregrine Foundation and Anne Yagi, a retired management biologist from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, work to band Hamilton’s new batch of peregrine falcon chicks.CanadaMay 27, 2022
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MNRF investigating after geese in Campbellford area found impaled with arrows from crossbowThe Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is investigating multiple illegal shootings of geese in Campbellford. Three geese were shot with crossbows and left for dead with the arrows lodged inside them. One of the fowl is recovering at Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary in Minden. Woodlands, a registered charity, nurtures wildlife back to health so they...EnvironmentJul 21, 2020
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Global News Peterborough Update 3: May 4, 2023Minden residents ramp up their efforts to stop the closure of their Emergency Department; the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry issues a flood watch for the Gull River watershed; Peterborough County OPP investigate two occurrences of mischief involving racial graffiti; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.CrimeMay 4, 2023
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Global News Peterborough Update 4: May 4, 2023Minden residents ramp up their efforts to stop the closure of their Emergency Department; the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry issues a flood watch for the Gull River watershed; Peterborough County OPP investigate two occurrences of mischief involving racial graffiti; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.CrimeMay 4, 2023
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MNR blitz in Northumberland County reminds anglers not to transport live fishWith the opening of bass season on Saturday, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry officers headed down to a fishing hot spot near Port Hope. And as Lindsay Biscaia reports, officers were given the nod of approval from many anglers who agree with the blitz.Jun 18, 2018
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2 charged for illegal fishing on Ganaraska River in Port HopeTwo Quebec men face charges for illegal fishing on the Ganaraska River in Port Hope. On Wednesday, Northumberland OPP were notified around 1:50 p.m. about alleged illegal activity by two anglers. Police stopped a vehicle on Ontario Street at a gas station and notified the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. Officers discovered 16 salmon...CrimeSep 26, 2019
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Peterborough United Way CEO floats idea of campaign donations going directly to homelessness initiativesDuring the launch of the 2019 Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry United Way Campaign, CEO Jim Russell suggested any funds received after they meet their goal go directly to addressing the homeless situation in PeterboroughCanadaSep 12, 2019
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MNR cracks down on illegal fishing in the KawarthasWe can now see the outcome of a 4 week crackdown on anglers in central Ontario this month. Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry officers laid more than 100 charges from May 1st to May 28th.May 31, 2018