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Andy Fantuz out of action this weekend for Roughriders
Chatham native and Saskatchewan Roughriders slotback Andy Fantuz is going to be out of action once again this week. Fantuz suffered a high ankle sprain against Toronto two weeks ago, and despite making progress with his recovery, the Roughriders brass is going to keep him out of the lineup this…
Sexual Health Services in Chatham-Kent
The Sexual Health Clinic, a service of the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit has provided services to Chatham-Kent since 1989. Since its inception many changes have taken place. Currently housing sexual health services, the WISH Centre, located at 177 King Street East, provides all services in one location for Chatham residents.…
Hear Audio From L-K-M Debate on 99.1 CKXS
One of the last opportunities to hear from local candidates in the Lambton-Kent-Middlesex riding took place on Wednesday evening from local Wallaceburg radio station 99.1 CKXS studios. Six local candidates were on hand for the evening including NDP Joe Hill, Family Coalition Marinus Vander Vloet, Conservative Monte McNaughton, Liberal Maria…
Ontario PC candidate Rick Nicholls discussing ‘Change in Ontario’
Ontario PC candidate Rick Nicholls will be joined by MPP Ernie Hardeman to hold a media availability and photo opportunity to discuss the Ontario PC plan to bring Change in Ontario. Who: Rick Nicholls, Ontario PC candidate, Chatham-Kent-Essex Ernie Hardeman, Ontario PC MPP, Oxford Date: Friday, September 30th, 2011 Time: Media…
Citizen reminder
The Chatham-Kent police are reminding citizens of their rights as homeowners. Recently, pushy salespeople attended a residence in Chatham and advised the homeowner that that due to new legislation, it was mandatory that they be allowed into the residence to inspect the water heater and that if he did not allow…
Attempted fraud in Blenheim
Recently, a Blenheim citizen contacted police to report an attempted fraud. A woman attended his residence stating she worked for the hydro company, she allegedly informedhim that since hydro in Blenheim is now being produced by wind turbines, he is eligible for a $25 rebate that he would receive in January.…
Drug bust in Chatham
Members of the Chatham-Kent police Intelligence Section and Community Patrol Branch executed a Controlled Drugs and Substance Act warrant at an apartment on King Street West in Chatham. An adult male and female youth were located inside and arrested. A search of their person as well as the residence resulted…
OPP Investigates Collision Involving Police Cruiser
On the 28th of September 2011, at 7:41 p.m. an officer of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on patrol of 40 Highway, near Maynard Line in Chatham-Kent. The OPP officer, operating a marked OPP vehicle, was attempting to conduct a traffic stop. Prior to stopping the vehicle, a second vehicle,…
Traffic Stop Leads to Charges for Chatham Woman
A Chatham woman was arrested yesterday on an outstanding warrant after she was stopped for a traffic offence. At about 7:50 a.m. an officer was stopped at the intersection of Keil Drive and Riverview Drive when he saw a Jeep Liberty fail to stop for a red light. The officer stopped…
Youth Arrested For Drugs
A Chatham youth was arrested yesterday on an outstanding warrant. At about 12:35 p.m. police were conducting traffic enforcement on King Street West in Chatham when a youth approached an officer and began to make a scene. The officer identified him and learned that he was wanted for breaking and…
Santa Claus Parade Looking For 2011 Marshal
The Santa Claus Parade in Chatham is looking for a Marshal for this years event. Nominations can be made by visiting downtownchatham.com. If you know someone who can act as Marshall of the parade then nominate them by October 7 at that website. The top 10 nominees will…
Armstrong Macko Goes Green This Week
People can drop off batteries, tires and oil free of charge this week at Armstrong Macko Auto Pro in Chatham. As a registered collector of the Ontario Tire Stewardship, Armstrong Macko Auto Pro will be accepting these items until Friday. Hours of operation are 8-5:30 and they are located…
NHL alumni coming to compete in Chatham
The NHL Alumni Tour, presented by Scotiabank, brings the heat to the Local Chatham-Kent Knightsticks in Chatham This annual event promises to be the best yet! Scotiabank brings the greatest game on ice to Chatham, giving you opportunities to meet some of the most renowned hockey players of all time!…
Cyclist in critical condition after being struck in Wallaceburg
The Chatham-Kent police are currently investigating a collision that occurred yesterday in Wallaceburg. At about 4:17 p.m. emergency crews responded to Water Street in Wallaceburg in response to a collision involving a cyclist and a car. The 83-year-old male cyclist suffered serious head injuries and was transported to the Chatham-Kent Health…
Woman arrested for theft
Chatham woman charged in LCBO theft. A Chatham woman was arrested last night in connection with a theft. Yesterday afternoon a woman entered the LCBO store on Wellington Street in Chatham and stole a 750 mL bottle of Bacardi white rum. Police said she fled on foot without making any attempt to…
Car collision in Chatham causes charges
Two women charged after leaving crash in Chatham. Two drivers have been charged in connection with a crash that occurred in Chatham yesterday. At about 4:50 p.m. policewere called to Colborne Street in response to a collision involving two vehicles. The caller informed police that two vehicles struck one another and…
Traffic Complaint in Blenheim
Prohibited driver from Blenheim charged. A Blenheim man has been charged in connection with a traffic complaint yesterday. Shortly before 2:00 p.m. police received a call from a concerned motorist that a vehicle was tailgating and driving erratically. An officer located the vehicle and learned that the driver is currently prohibited…
Wallaceburg Hate Crime
Police investigating hate crime in Wallaceburg, The Chatham-Kent police are seeking information about a hate crime that occurred recently in Wallaceburg. Sometime between 8:30 p.m. Sunday and 8:55 a.m. yesterday, unknown suspect(s) slashed two tires and spray painted the a homophobic slur on a vehicle parked on Elgin Street in Wallaceburg.…
Bringing healthy eating to our Educational programs
The crisp fall days are here again and children are heading back to school. The Chatham-Kent Student Nutrition Program is also gearing up for a new school year. Children will need to be well-fuelled in order to make the most of their educational opportunities which includes a healthy breakfast to…
Chatham-Kent Film Group presents “The Trip”
The Chatham-Kent Film Group presents the comedy “The Trip“ starring Steve Coogan and Rob Bryden on Monday, October 3, 2011. The film will be shown at Chatham Cinema Six at 6:45 P.M. The cost is $10 for members and $12 for non-members. Memberships will be sold before the film at…
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