CK News Today

The Children's Treatment Centre Foundation of Chatham-Kent has received a $110K gift from the James A. Beattie Foundation. A 23-year-old Wallaceburg man is facing weapons charges after police say a gun was found in his vehicle. CK police have arrested a man who they say just can't stay away from a Chatham business. A new survey shows that many Canadians are feeling anxious about spending money this Christmas. There are more holiday job postings this year, but there is also more competition for those jobs. Some Canadians continue to boycott travel to the United States, and their economy is paying the price.

Two new plaques have been added to the Chatham Cenotaph to help educate the public about local military history and honour veterans. Blenheim's Rain Pfaff is back home after winning two gold medals at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championships in Thailand. The Toronto Maple Leafs have lost three in a row after falling 5-3 to the Bruins. Toronto Blue Jays skipper John Schneider finished second in voting for American League Manager of the Year. Stephen Vogt of the Cleveland Guardians took home the honour for the second straight year. Sarnia's Rob Thomson of the Philadelphia Phillies finished third for the National League Manager of the Year. 

Hundreds of people in Chatham came out on Tuesday to take part in a ceremony to honour the men and women who fought for our freedom. Part of Base Line will be closed to drivers starting later this week. Health Experts believe Ontario could be in for a "very tough" flu season this year. The average childcare fees in Ontario are set to stay at $19 a day. A Canadian could win one of the MLB's Manager of the Year Awards for the 2025 season.

A single-vehicle crash involving a transport truck has closed the eastbound lanes of Highway 401 near Rodney. Base Line will be closed to drivers between Fraser Road and Prince Albert Road as of Thursday. There are closures across the municipality on Tuesday as Chatham-Kent marks Remembrance Day. Health Experts believe Ontario could be in for a "very tough" flu season this year. U.S. Senators have voted to reopen the government after a shutdown that has gone on for more than 40 days. Major League Baseball has changed the way people can bet on the sport following the indictments of two Cleveland pitchers.

A three-vehicle crash involving tractor-trailers has closed the westbound lanes of Highway 401 near West Lorne. Communities across Chatham-Kent will mark Remembrance Day with parades and ceremonies today. A young dancer from Chatham-Kent is set to represent Canada at the 2026 Dance World Cup in Ireland. The Detroit Pistons rallied to beat Washington 137-135 in overtime for their seventh straight win. 

Drivers in Chatham-Kent are being warned to be careful on the roads, as some messy weather is on the way. A traffic stop in Wallaceburg has led to multiple drug charges against four people. A 46-year-old woman is facing an impaired driving charge after police say she backed into a hydro pole. The 'Feed the Hunger' event is back for its second year since the COVID-19 pandemic. Canada has lost its measles elimination status.

Chatham-Kent's snow squall watch has ended, but we could still see some winter weather on Monday. After almost 30 years, Canada has lost its measles elimination status. A recent review of studies of the temporary foreign worker program in Canada is making recommendations to improve conditions for migrant workers. Another periodic deer cull will soon take place at Point Pelee National Park.

A snow squall watch is in effect for Chatham-Kent as lake-effect snow off of Lake Huron could drop 15-30 cm by Tuesday morning. A 40-year-old man is facing charges after a seven-hour standoff in Chatham. Starting today, the westbound lane of King Street West in Chatham will be closed west of Lacroix Street. The Chatham-Kent Salvation Army is getting ready to send out its red kettles in Chatham this week and in Wallaceburg next week. The Chatham Maroons beat Listowel 3-2, the Toronto Maple Leafs lost 5-4 to Carolina, and the Detroit Lions downed Washington 44-22.