Tag: ChathamKent
Energy companies planning battery projects in Chatham-Kent
News Local News At least three battery energy storage projects are being planned for Chatham-Kent, and they’ll require a letter of support from the municipality to move forward. This advertisement…
Chatham-Kent police urge bail on winter roads
Chatham-Kent police are urging motorists to use caution on winter roads this weekend. Snow on the roads may be hard-packed and slippery as ice, or it can be smooth and…
Chatham-Kent councilors vote in support of police budget
Chatham-Kent councilors voted in favor of the recommended police budget with a 3.3 per cent hike during Thursday’s deliberations. The $35.3 million budget includes a net increase of nearly $1.13…
LaSalle driver charged after fleeing OPP in Chatham-Kent
A 21-year-old LaSalle resident facing several charges after failing to stop for an Ontario Provincial Police officer with the Chatham detachment just before 11 p.m. Tuesday Police said the accused…
Wednesday’s Chatham-Kent budget meeting canceled due to incoming weather
Due to impending inclement weather, Wednesday night’s budget deliberation meeting has been cancelled. Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning, with total amounts near 15 centimeters expected, along with reduced…
Return of in-person Polar Plunge in Chatham-Kent sets fundraising record
News Local News Tod Kane, 50, a local Special Olympian curler, dedicated his participation in the Polar Plunge that benefits Special Olympics, to the late retired Chatham-Kent police officer Mike…
Four people arrested by Chatham-Kent police, two wanted on warrants, other two for bail violations
Chatham-Kent police encountered four people either wanted on warrants or violating their bail conditions on Friday and Saturday. A 48-year-old Chatham woman, who was an occupant of a vehicle stopped…
Chatham-Kent police officer fired for discreditable conduct
News Local News A Chatham-Kent police officer, who previously pleaded guilty to seven counts of discreditable misconduct under the Police Services Act, is being fired. Andrew Jaconelli File Photo/Postmedia Network…
Chatham-Kent residents have questions in wake of proposed 6.35 per cent hike
News Local News With a 6.35 per cent tax hike proposed last week, Chatham-Kent residents had a chance to ask questions and offer feedback Wednesday during the first of two…
Chatham-Kent council supports third option for next step in Talbot Trail process
News Local News Talbot Trail (File photo) After multiple deputations and a spirited discussion, Chatham-Kent councilors opted for a third option to deal with the future of Talbot Trail. This…