BlackburnNews.com file photo by Melanie Irwin.Petrolia's Fire Chief says a working smoke detector likely saved lives in an early morning fire in the Hard Oil Town.
Lawrence Swift says they arrived on scene at the structure in the 4000 block of Robert St. at around 5am.
Swift says the building houses five apartments.
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Everyone made it out safely. Damage is estimated at about $25,000.
A warmer than average October is expected for the region, despite the early frost advisory.
A Chatham man faces a long list of charges after a reported assault in Chatham.
Cooper Bordeaux scored his first GOHL goal and added two assists in the Chatham Maroons' 5-3 win over the Woodstock Navy Vets.
Chatham-Kent police say a 38-year-old man from Wallaceburg faces multiple charges, including flight from police following a bizarre incident at a home in Wallaceburg.
Chatham-Kent Council is being asked to approve enhanced incentives to encourage residential redevelopment on contaminated lands, also known as brownfield properties.
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff threw for a season-high 412 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 32–26 loss to the Carolina Panthers.
