BlackburnNews.com file photo of library books. (Photo by Jason Viau)Essex County Public Library management's told the Ontario Ministry of Labour to start counting down to a lockout or strike, as early as June 25.
That's according to the union representing 58 library workers.
The two sides had been at the bargaining table for three days, and CUPE says library managment made the comment on the first day of talks with a conciliator.
Mediated talks are set to pick back up on June 22.
The librarians' last contract expired on March 31.
A Ridgetown man has been charged with impaired driving following a crash on Highway 401 just east of London.
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.
