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Preliminary Hearing Continues For Historic Sexual Assault Charges

A preliminary trial continues in Goderich on Wednesday for a 71-year-old North Huron man facing a series charges of historic sexual assaults involving youth.

Martin Cretier faces 39 charges involving ten victims.

Police say the victims met the accused at the Wingham Hospital, or through the 1st Wingham Scout Troop.

Charges include indecent assault, gross indecency, sexual assault, and sexual interference.

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Upgrades completed at the blue rink at Clearwater Arena. October 3, 2025. (Photo courtesy of the City of Sarnia)

Scoreboard, Nov 15

The Leafs wrapped up a historic, winless 0–6–0 homestand with a 1–0 shutout loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

Province providing Family Service Kent $586K

The funding will be used to expand the organization's Senior Trustee Program, which provides trusted, practical financial support to seniors experiencing cognitive decline, isolation, or financial vulnerability.

Detail blue line with puck on ice hockey rink. © Can Stock Photo / fotoduki

Scoreboard, Nov. 14

Loads of local hockey action, and Canada punched a ticket to the semis of the IIHF Women's World Championship.