Elementary Teachers complying after strike deemed illegal
Members of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) will comply with a decision by the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) and not hold a planned one-day political protest today. “We respect the OLRB’s decision and will comply fully with the ruling,” said ETFO President Sam Hammond. “We did not…
Mock Emergency Exercise Friday at Riverview Gardens
If you are passing by the municipal Long-Term Care Home, Riverview Gardens, on King Street West in Chatham on Friday morning – and you see emergency vehicles with lights flashing – don’t worry, it’s just an emergency exercise. “Riverview Gardens must always be prepared for any real emergencies,” said General…
Schools open across Lambton-Kent District School Board
After their planned one-day political protest for today was deemed illegal overnight by the Labour Relations Board, the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario is complying and not holding a planned one-day political protest today. All Elementary schools with the Lambton Kent District School Board are open today. Director of Education…
Supermarket Nutrition Tour
Are you looking to start the New Year off with changes to support a healthy diet? The Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit will be offering an upcoming Supermarket Nutrition Tour at the Real Canadian Superstore in Chatham. The tour provides tips for shopping, healthy eating, saving money and label reading. These…
Free dental cleanings for adults
Over 18? No Dental Benefits? On Saturday, February 9th, staff members from the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit will be volunteering for Gift from the Heart. Gift from the Heart is a Canada-wide event where Registered Dental Hygienists provide free dental hygiene services to adults who otherwise could not afford it.…
St. Clair Catholic Grade 7 and 8 teachers participate in “asist” training
Grade 7 and 8 teachers from across the district will participate in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) at the Catholic Education Centre in Wallaceburg tomorrow and Friday. “This is the most widely used suicide intervention strategy in the world,” says Paul Wubben, Director of Education. “We are pleased to…
Chatham-Kent Realtors concerned about tax hike
Last night during council budget session the Chatham-Kent Association of REALTORS® made a request to council to hold taxes at 0% without tapping into the infrastructure budget. A presentation was given stating accurate facts from the MLS System showing the high vacancy rate throughout Chatham Kent. “Chatham- Kent is in…
Council presented with draft municipal budget
Chatham-Kent Council was presented with the draft budget Monday night at the Civic Centre. Staff provided options to bring the tax increase to 2%, or down to a tax freeze. However, administration is saying in order to maintain the existing level of services a 3.9 per cent tax hike is…
Magician Peter Mennie To Perform at the Capitol During March Break
Come and tickle your funny bone during the March Break when magician Peter Mennie makes a stop at the St. Clair College Capitol Theatre. The date is Friday, March 15 at 7:00 pm so get your tickets and mark it in your calendar! Peter Mennie’s ABRAKIDABRA! is an hilarious comic…
The Future of Agriculture is Bright at the Southwest Agricultural Conference
Judging by the high energy level and enthusiasm from another record-breaking crowd at the Southwest Agricultural Conference, the Future of Agriculture is bright! Over 1 700 field crop producers, agribusiness representatives, researchers and students packed the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus on January 3rd and 4th for “The Future of…
The Chatham-Kent Official Plan Review
Chatham-Kent citizens can find out how to provide valuable input into how our community’s land is used. A Comprehensive Review of the Chatham-Kent Official Plan (COPR) is now under way, and details will be presented to Chatham-Kent Council on January 14 at 6:00 p.m. at the Civic Centre in Chatham.…
Citizen’s police acadamy
The Chatham-Kent Police Service is once again offering the Citizens Police Academy program beginning March 6, 2013. The Citizen’s Police Academy is a program offered by the Chatham-Kent Police Service to enhance the partnership between the citizens of our community and their Police service through an interactive educational opportunity. The…
Crime Stopper month
January is Crime Stopper Month across Canada, in Chatham and there will be a few events to commemorate the event. There will be two free skates one in Ridgetown On January 17 and one in Chatham at Thames Campus on January 20. They will alos be are an in door golf…
Cushion Concerts at the St. Clair College Capitol Theatre Get Underway on January 20th
The St. Clair College Capitol Theatre along with Music Curators Jane Ripley and Charline Farrell are excited to present the first of the Cushion Concerts – a new music program aimed at children ages 8-12. Join us on Sunday, January 20 at 2:00 pm for “Take Your Drum and Beat…
Express Reads at the Wallaceburg Branch of Chatham-Kent Public Library
The Express Reads Collection gives library card holders of the Wallaceburg Branch a chance to find current bestsellers on the shelf, even though it may be in high demand or have a lengthy hold list. We know that many patrons can finish a book faster than the standard loan period…
Vegetarian Cooking Class with Lyndsay Davidson at your Library Back by Popular Demand
Are you interested in learning more about eating vegetarian? Are you curious about the hype around beans, lentils and other meatless proteins? Come join Lyndsay Davidson, Public Health Dietitian, at the Chatham Branch of CKPL for an interactive session about the health benefits of meatless meals and how to incorporate…
Wallaceburg schools being discussed at ARC meeting
Wallaceburg schools will be in the spotlight once again tonight, as the 2nd Accommodation Review Committee meeting is held. With declining enrollment at Wallaceburg and area schools, the committee was formed to look at possible alternatives for the future at the Wallaceburg locations. Gayle Stucke, facilitator for the committee, says…
Courage in the Face of Hate at your Library
The Chatham Branch of Chatham-Kent Public Library is pleased to host the documentary film Courage in the Face of Hate on Monday January 28th at 6:30 pm. This is a free event and open to everyone. Courage in the Face of Hate is the first Canadian documentary to focus on the…
Strawberry Shortcake with Special Guests The Doodlebops to perform in Chatham on February 22nd
Introducing an all-new musical production starring the most spirited red-haired girl, Strawberry Shortcake! In this live theatrical production by Koba Entertainment, Strawberry Shortcake, and her best friends Orange Blossom, Lemon Meringue, Blueberry Muffin, Raspberry Torte, Plum Pudding and Cherry Jam, prove that little girls can do berry big things! Strawberry…
Planned Power Outage in Wallaceburg on Sunday, January 13th at 6:30 am
Entegrus has announced a planned outage which will affect the town of Wallaceburg beginning at 6:30 am on Sunday, January 13th, 2013 that should last approximately 30 minutes. This service interruption is necessary to facilitate repairs and perform upgrades to increase system reliability. Entegrus will be working with Hydro One…
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