Fire pit container. (Photo courtesy of © Can Stock Photo / jlovell) Thinking of lighting up the backyard fire pit while the warm summer evenings last? Not in LaSalle.
The town's fire service has implemented an open air fire ban because of dry conditions in the region.
"Community safety is our main concern," said Fire Chief Ed Thiessen.
The ban includes campfires, chimineas, outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, brush fires and agricultural burning.
Those caught with an open fire could be fined.
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.
