A Windsor Fire and Rescue truck. Blackburn News file photo.Electrical failure in the attic is to blame for a mid-day house fire on Lillian Avenue.
The fire broke out shortly before 11 a.m. Monday morning on Lillian Avenue near Erie Street East. Windsor fire crews were able to get the fire under control within half an hour and put it out completely around 12:30 p.m.
Two people have been displaced as a result of the blaze however, no injuries are reported. According to Windsor Fire, damage is etimated at around $50,000.
A 77-year-old Wallaceburg man will trek across the province to raise awareness and money for kids battling cancer.
Members of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent's administration held an information session where they answered questions and outlined all efforts to stop the project.
Deb Martin, who moved to Chatham back in 2024, is running in Ward 8, hoping to be one of two councillors representing the southern part of Chatham.
Canada's late rally came up just short as they fell 2-1 to Switzerland at the FIFA World Cup Wednesday. The Canadians finish second in Group B to advance to the knockout stage for the very first time.
The speed limit on the remainder of Highway 401 across Chatham-Kent will be increased at the end of August.
CK police have charged a Blenheim man and a Chatham man with assault concerning separate incidents.
