OPP Headquarters Sign (BlackburnNews.com photo)The Essex County Ontario Provincial Police has laid charges in relation to a sexual assault of a minor.
The OPP reports it began the investigation on Wednesday.
On Thursday, a 46-year-old from Amherstburg was arrested and charged with sexual interference and sexual assault on a person under 16.
The accused was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.
Further details about the case have not been released to protect the identity of the victim.
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.
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is developing a long-term solid waste management strategy to guide planning over the next decade.
