BlackburnNews.com file photo.Damage to a home in the 300-block of Bright St. is estimated at $60,000 following a fire that broke out at around 9:30pm Wednesday night.
When firefighters arrived on scene, flames were visible in the front of the home.
They contained the blaze to the living room on the main floor.
No one was home at the time and no injuries are reported.
Fire investigators say the blaze started in a couch and it was most likely caused by a carelessly discarded cigarette.
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.
