Come on downtown
If you overhear someone asking what is wrong with Chatham’s downtown, maybe you could prod them in a slightly different direction.
As in: What is...
Life-saving choices abound
Statistics Canada figures state that the community of Chatham-Kent has the highest death rate from heart attacks per capita in Ontario, second highest in...
Respect given, received
With the public perception of policing in turmoil across North America, it is heartening to know we have an officer with Chatham-Kent Police Service...
Closure makes little sense
The Parkfield is iconic part of the Chatham food scene and a popular spot for lunch for many people.
It’s closure at the behest of...
Spring thanks from a dance mom
With a very busy three weeks over with and some much-needed sleep to clear my slumber-deprived mind, I have found myself contemplating the people...
No simple solution to flooding
It takes a perfect storm to create flood conditions on Erie Shore Road in South Kent – high winds with high water levels –...
Pass the antacid
The U.S. has “The Donald;” Chatham-Kent has “The Randy,” with a side order of “The Kathleen.”
Which one upsets your stomach the most? The least?
U.S....
Ideas can grow into jobs
According to the Chatham-Kent Workforce Planning Board, the number of entrepreneurial business jobs is growing twice as fast as regular paid jobs.
That means more...
Thumbs up to World of Choices event
When I was in Grade 10, I had no idea what I wanted to be, but with a brother and sister in the medical...
Small fines, large void
Last week brought a bittersweet victory for local homeowner Larry Gadal, as well as for all victims of fraudulent tradespeople.
Gadal, who signed a deal...
