Tag: Paris
City staff planning for Oct. 24 municipal election
The municipal election is still about eight months away, but planning for voters to choose their mayor, city councilors and school board trustees is already well underway. Emma Vokes, Brantford’s…
Second World War veteran Olbey celebrates 100th birthday
Enjoying a brief moment of quiet with his wife, Olive, at the WISH Center on Sunday, John Olbey breaks into a smile at the large group of family and friends…
Solid turnout for Coldest Night of the Year
About 200 participants didn’t let the chilly temperatures deter them from coming out on Saturday. In fact, it was the reason they were there. βIt’s supposed to be cold,β said…
Infectious-disease doctor from Sarnia expects mask mandate to be lifted soon
An infectious-disease doctor from Sarnia who’s been a leading voice on the COVID-19 pandemic while working at one of the province’s hardest-hit hospitals anticipates Ontario’s mask mandate to be lifted…
Stolen vehicle investigation leads to arrest
A vehicle was reportedly taken from a parking lot on King Street in Chatham on Saturday morning. Chatham-Kent police said the owner was able to utilize the GPS in the…
Chatham-based organization supporting humanitarian efforts in Ukraine
Ed Dickson couldn’t believe his eyes when he saw what was happening in the country he has called home for 25 years. As overseas director for Chatham-based Loads of Love…
‘Disgusting,’ ‘sick’ and ‘offensive’: Residents and First Nation officials appalled by local diner’s pro-Russia rant
News Local News The Leaky Tank is seen here on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022 in Aamjiwnaang First Nation, Ont. Terry Bridge/Sarnia Observer/Postmedia Network Photo by Terry Bridge /Terry Bridge/The Observer…
Mandate-protesting convoy comes back to Sarnia
Another convoy protesting COVID-19 mandates made its way through Sarnia Saturday, but with most of them being dropped soon some officials and residents feel the protesters should turn their attention…
The war in Ukraine and its threats hang over the Paris Agricultural Show
Does the war started by Russia threaten European agriculture? Difficulties in grain supply and soaring gas prices are worrying. Russia and Ukraine are the world’s largest and fourth grain exporters,…
Regular hours returning to CK library
The Chatham-Kent Public Library will be returning to regular open hours effective Monday at all branches. Patrons are welcome to browse and use all library services. CKPL requests each patron…