Chatham-Kent news

• Emergency water restrictions lifted for Chatham and surrounding communities

  29-08-2026 15:54 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  The Municipality of Chatham-Kent announced Monday morning it is lifting the emergency water restrictions imposed for Chatham and several surrounding communities following issues with the main water transmission line feeding the Chatham water treatment plant.Initially, severe water restriction included bathing and doing laundry as well as asking some businesses such as laundromats and car washes to close.“Effective immediately, residents and businesses in Chatham, Grande Pointe, Pain Court
  
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• Chatham Capitol Theatre season to feature Tom Arnold, I Mother Earth and Tim Hicks

  01-09-2026 18:42 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  The upcoming season at the Capitol Theatre in Chatham features rock music, country music, standup comedy and family-friendly entertainment. The municipally owned theatre’s season will begin Oct. 23 with comedian Tom Arnold and conclude May 4 with Meet the Hatter, a multimedia production based on the world of Alice in Wonderland. Devon Hansen, theatre manager for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, said the Capitol welcomed more than 50,000 patrons during the past season, which shows there i
  
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• CK VOTES: Alysson Storey running for council in Ward 6 North West Chatham  

  01-09-2026 18:15 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Name: Alysson StoreyAge: 51Ward: 6 (North West Chatham) Why are you running for council? I’m running for council because I would like to continue to represent the voices of Chatham-Kent with honesty, integrity and transparency. My first term of council was educational, inspiring and challenging and gave me an excellent foundation to serve a second term. I am a strong advocate for responsible financial decisions and treating the taxpayer with respect. What are some important issues you pla
  
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• Dresden mosquito pool tests positive for West Nile: CK Public Health

  01-09-2026 18:00 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  West Nile virus has been confirmed in a Chatham-Kent mosquito pool for the first time this season, public health officials say,Lab tests confirmed mosquitoes collected Aug. 25 from a Dresden trap in Dresden have tested positive for the virus, CK Public Health said a release Tuesday.West Nile is transmitted to people through the bite of an infected mosquito, the health unit said.“Many people infected with the virus experience no symptoms,” health officials said. “Some may exper
  
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• CK VOTES: Dave Palmer running for council in Ward 6 Chatham North West

  01-09-2026 16:34 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Name: Dave PalmerAge: Not providedWard: 6 Why are you running for council? I now have the time to devote to giving back to the community. I feel that local government should be focused on the everyday realities that we’re all facing. This is especially true when it comes to infrastructure following the recent water emergency and the cost of housing. I’m running to bring strong communication to the council table so residents have a voice on council willing to listen and act on their
  
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• Two hurt, three charged after Blenheim clash: Chatham-Kent police

  31-08-2026 23:41 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Three Blenheim residents face charges after two people were hurt in a violent clash involving a weapon and a motor vehicle, Chatham-Kent police say.Officers responded to reports of a fight involving several people near William Street North and Sunset Drive in Blenheim about 8:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 28, police said. Information was received indicating a weapon had been fired and a person had been hit by a motor vehicle.Officers determined the incident was connected to an ongoing dispute, police s
  
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• ATV poker ride raises $32,000 for Chatham-Kent Hospice

  31-08-2026 20:57 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  An ATV poker ride which drew in 220 riders brought in $32,000 for the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation. The third-annual Craig’s Cruise for Comfort raised money to support end of life care navigation, grief and bereavement support and residential hospice care in Chatham-Kent. The event featured stops at Riverside Powersports in Prairie Siding, Central Tavern in Pain Court, the Dresden Agricultural Society at the Dresden Racetrack, Par 72 in Wallaceburg and Bob N’ Buoys Bar & Gril
  
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• Opposition continues for York1’s planned dump site near Dresden

  31-08-2026 19:26 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  It remains to be seen what will happen with a planned recycling and landfill project on the edge of Dresden, but those opposed are not giving up the fight.A peaceful protest was held at the main intersection in Dresden over the noon-hour Saturday as residents continue to show their opposition to a planned project by York1 Environmental Waste Solutions Inc. to operate a waste processing and landfill site at 29831 Irish School Road, located less than a kilometre from Dresden.The opposition by res
  
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• Chatham-Kent police issue e-scooter reminder

  31-08-2026 19:16 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Chatham-Kent police remind residents that while electric scooters are becoming increasingly popular and readily available for purchase, the municipality has not currently opted into a provincial pilot program.Under the framework, municipalities must formally implement bylaws before e-scooters are permitted for use under the pilot.“As these devices continue to appear on local roadways, trails, and sidewalks, the Chatham-Kent Police Service has observed an increase in their use throughout t
  
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• Local businesses do their part to help with water restrictions in Chatham-Kent

  29-08-2026 22:10 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Some local businesses have stepped up to do their part after the Municipality of Chatham-Kent issued an emergency water restriction order Saturday morning.The restrictions for Chatham and several surrounding communities was prompted by the municipal water system experiencing “significant supply challenges” following repairs to the main water transmission line that feeds the Chatham water treatment plant.Businesses whose operations involve significant water consumption were contacted
  
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• Water restriction immediately imposed across large area of Chatham-Kent

  29-08-2026 15:54 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  A municipal-directed water restriction is being immediately imposed for residents and businesses in Chatham and area communities that include restrictions on showering and bathing and doing laundry.A media release issued Saturday morning, states: “The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is directing residents and businesses in Chatham and several surrounding communities to immediately restrict water use to essential purposes only as the municipal water system experiences significant supply chall
  
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• Severe emergency water restrictions remain in effect; update coming Monday

  29-08-2026 15:54 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  A municipal-directed water restriction is being immediately imposed for residents and businesses in Chatham and area communities that include restrictions on showering and bathing and doing laundry remain in effect.The Municipality of Chatham-Kent issued an update Sunday that severe emergency implemented Saturday are continuing.A media conference has been called for 2:30 p.m. Monday when municipal and Chatham-Kent Public Utilities Commission staff will provide an update on the water restriction
  
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• Severe emergency water restrictions remain in effect for Sunday

  29-08-2026 15:54 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  A municipal-directed water restriction is being immediately imposed for residents and businesses in Chatham and area communities that include restrictions on showering and bathing and doing laundry remain in effect.The Municipality of Chatham-Kent issued an update Sunday that severe emergency implemented Saturday remain are continuing Sunday.An initial media release issued Saturday morning, stated: “The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is directing residents and businesses in Chatham and seve
  
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• Emergency water restriction immediately imposed across large area of Chatham-Kent

  29-08-2026 15:54 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  A municipal-directed water restriction is being immediately imposed for residents and businesses in Chatham and area communities that include restrictions on showering and bathing and doing laundry.A media release issued Saturday morning, states: “The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is directing residents and businesses in Chatham and several surrounding communities to immediately restrict water use to essential purposes only as the municipal water system experiences significant supply chall
  
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• Emergency water limits lifted for Chatham, nearby communities

  29-08-2026 15:54 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Chatham-Kent has lifted emergency water restrictions imposed for Chatham and several surrounding communities after issues with the main water transmission line feeding the city water treatment plant, the municipality said Monday morning.Initial restrictions included bathing and laundry bans and asking some businesses, such as laundromats and car washes, to close.“Effective immediately, residents and businesses in Chatham, Grande Pointe, Pain Court, Dover Centre, Mitchell’s Bay, Dres
  
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• Breaking world records big part of fifth annual Chatham-Kent Crowfest

  28-08-2026 19:57 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Chatham-Kent Crowfest is gearing up for its fifth anniversary running Sept. 16 to 19 and organizers are aiming for it to be a multi-world record breaking event.Crowfest is teaming with the owner of Churrascaria Steakhouse Brian Machado, who will lead a team of 15 volunteers who will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest Caesar cocktail.Machado helped lead the effort when the world record was set in September 2018 at the International Plowing Match and Rural Ex
  
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• CK Votes: Penelope Duchesne running for council in Ward 7 North East Chatham  

  28-08-2026 17:12 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Name: Penelope DuchesneAge: 53Ward: 7Why are you running for council?I have been interested in Chatham politics for many years. I started getting involved when I realized my water bill was increasing for no valid reasons other than speculative growth and mismanagement.I feel that Chatham-Kent is heading in the wrong direction. We have an overblown administration and a big spending problem. In the last 10 years, the council has constantly approved large expenditures and raised our tax by 42 per
  
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• Residents invited to provide feedback on Chatham-Kent police

  28-08-2026 17:03 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Residents can share their views on the Chatham-Kent Police Service through a community survey. The survey, administered by an independent third-party provider, will launch on Sept. 1 and run through Sept. 30. The survey will have complete confidentiality and the CKPS will not have access to individual responses or participant identities, a news release said. The survey will be available online through the CKPS website, and some residents will be contacted by phone from the survey provider. The
  
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• Personal experience prompts April Colby to run for Chatham-Kent mayor

  27-08-2026 22:07 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  The final person to enter the mayor’s race in Chatham-Kent is motivated to address gaps in the system she’s personally experienced that she hopes others won’t have to endure.April Colby, 45, filed to run for the municipality’s top political job the last day candidates could file on Aug. 21.A former journalist whose other jobs have included serving as assistant to the former Chief of the Caldwell First Nation and a longtime wedding photographer, the Fletcher native has fa
  
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• Negative political climate factor in some councillors not seeking re-election

  27-08-2026 17:53 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Seven Chatham-Kent councillors have decided not to seek re-election and for many the current political climate is a major factor.Trevor Thompson, Ryan Doyle, Carmen McGregor, Aaron Hall, Jamie McGrail, John Wright and Morena McDonald won’t be on the ballot for the Oct. 26 municipal election.Thompson, in his third term serving South Kent, made it known midway through this term that it was his last.“I think if you’re doing the job properly you end up burning yourself out,”
  
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• Gilberts: Precious pictures and memories of rural schools preserved  

  27-08-2026 17:17 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  As Jim always reminded me, I am a “city girl.” That’s kind of a laugh because I grew up mainly in Chatham, hardly a big city, but what he means by that is that I didn’t grow up on the farm like he did. And I didn’t go to a one-room country schoolhouse like he did.So I don’t have personal memories of a schoolhouse like that, but I know that, like Jim, many of you who read this column do have personal memories of the rural schools of Chatham-Kent. So many of you
  
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• PHOTOS: CK Can Jam murals taking shape in downtown Chatham

  26-08-2026 23:04 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Artists have been busy creating impressive murals in downtown Chatham during the third annual CK Can Jam event.A total of 11 murals are being created by 12 artists on the walls of buildings and five at in Tecumseh Park that will be gifted to communities in Chatham-Kent, organizers say.The festival, which promotes public art, began Sunday and wraps up Saturday.More information is available at ckcanjam.com .Here is a sample of the murals being created.
  
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• Catholic board and treatment centre partner on autism transitional classroom

  26-08-2026 22:53 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  The St. Clair Catholic District school board is partnering with the Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent to support students with autism as they transition to their home schools. The treatment centre will serve as the school board’s Autism Transitional Classroom at St. Angela Merici Catholic school during the 2026-27 school year. The Autism Transitional Classroom provides short-term placements for students in Chatham-Kent aged four to 12 who are diagnosed with autism spectrum
  
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• Justice of peace wants to see movement with Chatham arson case

  26-08-2026 19:42 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  The matter for a Chatham man has been adjourned again, but a Justice of the Peace wants to see some movement with the case.David Anderson, 73, is facing a charge of arson – disregard for human life in connection to a January fire at 99 McNaughton Ave. W. in Chatham that displaced some residents living in nearby units.Anderson, who was released on bail for a second time earlier this month, was not present when the matter was before a Chatham court Wednesday.A representative for Anderson&rs
  
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• CK Votes: Bonny Pigeon running for council in Ward 6 Chatham North West

  26-08-2026 18:44 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Name: Bonny PigeonAge: 66Ward: 6Why are you running for council?Members of New Beginnings, a club for individuals affected by a brain-injury or stroke, have to cross four lanes of traffic to catch the bus. Where the sidewalk ends at the tracks, walking or using a mobility aid is dangerous. Most parks in CK are not accessible by stroller or wheelchair.I am running for council to ensure all individuals, regardless of abilities, feel safe and welcomed in all of Chatham-Kent.What are some important
  
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• Stand-off at Chatham residence resolved safely: police

  26-08-2026 17:19 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  A situation where a man barricade himself inside a Chatham residence Monday night was safely resolved, said Chatham-Kent police.Officers responded to an incident on Pine Street around 9:13 p.m. in response to multiple 911 calls regarding a person’s behaviour raising concerns for their well-being and the safety of others, police said.The man barricaded himself inside a residence, prompting deploying the Emergency Response Team (ERT), drone unit, crisis negotiators and incident command pers
  
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• Cinder block thrown at woman; man arrested: Chatham-Kent police

  26-08-2026 17:19 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  A man was arrested after a cinder block was thrown at a woman, said Chatham-Kent police.Officers were dispatched to a disturbance call at a Campbell Street residence in Chatham shortly before 3 a.m. Wednesday, police said.Police said a woman went to the residence to pick someone up and investigation revealed as she approached the property a cinder block was thrown in her direction.The woman was not injured, police added.A 36-year-old Chatham man was arrested for assault with a weapon, police sa
  
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• Chatham standoff ends peacefully, man charged: Chatham-Kent police

  26-08-2026 17:19 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  A man barricaded inside a Chatham home was arrested without incident after negotiating with police Monday night, Chatham-Kent police say.Officers went to a Pine Street address about 9:13 p.m. after 911 calls about a man whose behaviour raised concerns for his well-being and others’ safety, police said.The man barricaded himself inside, prompting police to deploy the Emergency Response Team (ERT), a drone unit, crisis negotiators and incident commanders, police said.Officers with a warrant
  
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• Chatham-Kent kidney walk set for Sept. 20

  25-08-2026 22:28 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  Chatham is one of many Ontario communities participating in the annual Kidney Walk in September. The local event from the Kidney Foundation of Canada will be held Sept. 20 at Mud Creek Park. Registration is at 12 p.m. with a 1 p.m. start time. Held in 30 locations in Ontario, the Kidney Walk is meant to raise funds for the foundation while recognizing people with kidney disease, celebrating a transplant or honouring the memory of loved ones, a release from the foundation said. “It’s
  
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• Eighty-six candidates seek seats on restructured Chatham-Kent council

  25-08-2026 18:17 via chathamdailynews.ca
  
  There will be plenty of new faces on the restructured Chatham-Kent council that will be in place after the upcoming municipal election.And there is no shortage of candidates for voters to choose from with seven candidates vying to be mayor and 79 candidates running for council.The new, restructured council will have 14 council seats, plus the mayor’s seat, in eight wards, up from the current six wards. This is three less seats than the current council structure of one mayor and 17 council
  
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