Stratford police cruiser. (BlackburnNews.com file photo)Stratford police say a bomb threat made through social media prompted an evacuation of Stratford Northwestern Secondary School, St. Michael Catholic Secondary, and the YMCA Child care centre about 4pm yesterday.
Inspector Sam Theocharis says they investigated the threat and it was unfounded.
There weren't too many people in the buildings as school was over.
Police warn whoever is responsible that they continue to investigate, and will lay charges if they find a suspect.
A Ridgetown man has been charged with impaired driving following a crash on Highway 401 just east of London.
Chatham-Kent fire crews have responded to another encampment fire in Chatham.
The Chatham-Kent (CK) Chamber of Commerce has handed out the 2026 Business Excellence Awards recognizing outstanding achievements and contributions of local businesses and leaders.
Warm weather is here, but you might want to wait a bit before hitting the beach.
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent says there's no need for overnight warming centres outside of Chatham during declared extreme cold events.
Seth Jarvis scored the game-winner in overtime in Carolina's 4-3 comeback victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. The Stanley Cup Finals are now tied at one game apiece.
