Sarnia Fire and Rescue Truck BlackburnNews.com file photo.Sarnia Fire and Rescue is offering a few safety tips for residents over the Christmas holidays.
Public Education Officer Roel Bus says this time of year often sees an increase in the number of house fires.
Bus says real Christmas Trees require some extra care and need to be watered daily.
Residents are reminded to turn off all tree and display lights before retiring for the night.
Bus says last year in the month of December there were 64 fire related injuries and 14 fatalities in Ontario.
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.
