(BlackburnNews.com file photo)A backhoe struck a gas line on Queen and Thuell streets in Blyth on Saturday.
The Fire Department of North Huron reported the incident around 2pm. Residents were forced to evacuate the area due to a gas leak.
Union Gas stopped the leak around 3:30pm and residents were allowed to return to their homes shortly after.
North Huron Fire Chief David Sparling is reminding people to call for utility locates before they dig.
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.
A paediatrician with ties to southwestern Ontario has been punished after being found guilty of improperly using patient records.
