Two charged after being found with stolen vehicle near Merlin
On August 11 shortly before 3 a.m. the Chatham-Kent OPP were called to the westbound 401 Highway near Merlin Town Line for a report of a broken down motorist. Further investigation revealed that the vehicle was stolen from St Jerome Quebec on July 10. The two men that were with…
Chatham, Harwich men charged with impaired driving
At approximately 9 p.m. Monday night, the Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Pioneer Line west of Prince Albert Road in Chatham. Police said officers located a vehicle in the deep ditch on the south side of Pioneer Line with the driver still inside the…
Practicing safe boating in Chatham-Kent
The Chatham-Kent Police would like to remind all boaters that the Thames River is controlled by a speed limit of 8 km/h all the way from Chatham to the river mouth at Lighthouse Cove. This includes all styles of powered craft. Boaters who exceed this speed may be charged with…
Bike lane striping approved in Chatham-Kent
By Aaron Hall – Daily Post Editor After a back-and-forth discussion on Monday night, Chatham-Kent Council approved recommendations to proceed with the implementation of the “share the road” and “re-striping” programs identified by the Active Communities Steering Committee. North Kent Counc. Bill Weaver encouraged his fellow councillors to support the…
Heritage Register coming to Chatham-Kent
By Aaron Hall – Daily Post Editor Built heritage is a significant asset to a community’s identity, quality of life, economic development and tourism. It can enhance property values. The Municipality of Chatham-Kent’s heritage committee, through the Planning Services department, is preparing a Municipal Heritage Register of listed properties for…
Chatham-Kent police lay two impaired driving charges
Shortly before 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, a Chatham-Kent Police Service officer was driving on Kent Bridge Road in Howard Township when he observed a minor collision. Police said the driver in front of him attempted to turn into his own driveway, but missed, and struck a mailbox. The officer investigated…
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Chatham-Kent
Environment Canada has issued a severe thunder storm warning for Chatham-Kent for today (August 10). Intense thunderstorms along the Lake St. Clair shoreline are becoming severe, Environment Canada officials said. Heavy rain of 50 mm in an hour and strong wind gusts are the main concerns, officials said. Emergency Management…
Chatham courtroom packed for Wladyslaw Bilski sentencing
The crown attorney and defence have agreed to have five of the nine charges against Chatham’s Wladyslaw Bilski stayed. Crown Attorney Paul Bailey says the heart of the case revolves around the fact that Bilski drank to excess, and will only pursue the four counts of impaired driving causing death.…
Communities in Bloom judges in Chatham-Kent
Communities in Bloom judges are scheduled to make stops in 6-Chatham-Kent regions today (August 10). Buxton, Merlin, and Tilbury are all part of the morning schedule, with Wheatley, Erieau, and Blenheim slated for the afternoon. For more on this story check out BLACKBURN RADIO.…
Peace Keepers ceremony held in Wallaceburg
By Robert Simpson – Special to the Daily Post Wallaceburg held its second annual Peace Keepers Ceremony at the Wallaceburg Cenotaph Sunday. Legion Members came for as far away as London and Windsor. Though few in numbers it was an increase for last year. Aug 9th was chosen because of…
Wladyslaw Bilski could be sentenced today
The man found guilty of killing four elderly Chatham women in a crash while he was impaired, may find out how long he’ll be behind bars today (August 10). Wladyslaw Bilski’s sentencing hearing, which is expected to include victim-impact statements from the women’s family members, is scheduled for today. Bilski…
OPP: Crash sends sends two Chatham women to hospital
On August 9 at 2:15 p.m. the Chatham-Kent OPP were called to a two vehicle collision on Highway 40 at Maynard Line. OPP officials said preliminary investigation has revealed that a Honda Civic was travelling east on Maynard Line being driven by a 17-year-old Chatham teen. The Honda collided with…
“Call The Shots – Avoid school suspensions!”
For many families in Chatham-Kent, September means back to school. It is a busy time, making sure our children have all the necessary things to start the new school year. Along with school supplies we also need to think about what our children need to stay healthy.…
Already looking forward to Bothwell Auto Show 2010
Bothwell wasn’t spared from the weather that put a damper on activities around Chatham-Kent this weekend. Steady rain for most of the day made for smaller crowds and some exhibitors packed it in early, heading for home before the judging took place. Organizers said this was the first time in…
Pets of the week from the OSPCA
My name is Erie and I’m a good dog. I am a majestic black with brown 2 year old German Shepherd mix. I was discovered near the lake which is now my namesake.…
Sunday activities brighten up WAMBO in Wallaceburg
By Aaron Hall – Daily Post Editor After a rain-soaked Saturday, Aug. 8, for the 21st annual Wallaceburg Antique Motor and Boat Outing in Wallaceburg, the sun was shining bright on Sunday to wrap up the event. An Interdenominational Church Service was held in the Municipal Parking Lot across from…
Salvation Army Church in Wallaceburg may get re-zoned
The old Salvation Army Church in Wallaceburg could be changed into four residential units, pending a Chatham-Kent Council decision on Monday night (August 10). That’s what a possible buyer has in mind for the property at Gillard and Herbert Streets. For more on this story check out BLACKBURN RADIO.…
Windsor man and Chatham man face charges after traffic stop in Tilbury
On August 7 at 8:30 p.m. the Chatham-Kent OPP stopped a vehicle on the 401 Highway eastbound near 42 County Road in Tilbury. Investigation revealed that a 1994 Cadillac STS had improper validation on its license plate. The driver was searched, which revealed that he had a small quantity of…
Wallaceburg man charged after domestic incident; laptop stolen in Wallaceburg
The Chatham-Kent Police Service has responded to 124 calls for service in the past 24-hours. Charges in that time frame include one arrest for impaired driving and two three-day suspensions. Wallaceburg man charged after domestic incident A 57-year-old Wallaceburg man was arrested by police after they received a call of…
A wet, wet WAMBO in Wallaceburg
By Aaron Hall – Daily Post Editor For an event where the streets of Wallaceburg are usually flooded with thousands of people, Mother Nature has decided to put a damper on the WAMBO spirit. A rain that began around 9 a.m. this morning, Aug. 8, has remained constant all day,…
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