(BlackburnNews.com photo)A Drayton man is facing assault charges following a recent incident in Drayton.
According to Wellington County OPP, on August 20 at 11:45 p.m., officers responded to a reported disturbance at a home in Drayton.
As a result of an investigation, a 65-year-old Drayton man was arrested and charged with assault with a weapon, assault and utter threats to cause death or bodily harm.
The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.
The shelter plans to remain open until 7 a.m. on Saturday, when the smoke is expected to leave the area.
Chatham-Kent residents are showing a high level of interest in the upcoming election.
Argentina rallied late for a 2-1 win over England Wednesday to advance to the World Cup Final on Sunday against Spain.
The Bank of Canada held the interest rate at 2.25 per cent.
Environment Canada has issued an Orange Air Quality Warning because smoke from the wildfires in northwestern Ontario are expected to move into the Chatham-Kent and Windsor area later on Wednesday.
The majority of Ontarians say the increase in gas prices this summer has put a crimp in their summer plans, according to a new survey.
