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October 2026
Special Edition ·
Chatham-Kent Election Night: Michael Bondy Is the Next Mayor
Unofficial results with 31 of 32 locations reporting, plus where every ward stands
Special Edition ·
Chatham-Kent Election Night: First Results
Michael Bondy leads the early count for mayor. No races have been called yet.
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, October 26
It's Election Day: polls are open 10 AM to 8 PM, plus a pet pantry low on dog food and a food drive that moved up
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, October 25
A new pickleball facility opens, the Thames Street encampment site won't reopen, and Election Day is tomorrow
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, October 24
Police pause Crime Stoppers after a data breach, record early voting ahead of Monday, and Ontario's WSIB premium cut
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: Conagra Eyes Selling or Closing Dresden Plant, and Election Weekend
Conagra's Dresden tomato plant, a patient-made book for CKHA's mental health unit, and your weekend guide for Chatham-Kent
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, October 22
A Thamesville farm cat dispute, $473K from OLG for hosting the casino, and new fencing at the Highgate fairgrounds
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, October 21
Chatham's Thames riverfront gets a finished new look, three charged in a Tilbury drug and firearm seizure, and School Bus Safety Week
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, October 20
Nearly 16,000 early votes, a YouTuber living in a storage container for charity, and a Wheatley filmmaker's oil documentary
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, October 19
A foggy start and a sunny 19° afternoon, Wallaceburg's four-day Halloween fair, and candidates on growth and development
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, October 18
Sunny and 15° with gusty winds, a hospice campaign that tops $100,000 in six days, and a stem cell swab event Tuesday
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, October 17
A frosty 3° start with sun and a 12° high, the bus rollover that sent 26 to hospital, and a mastodon sculpture in Highgate
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: Overdose Alert, a $200K Hospice Milestone and Last Call to Vote
A Public Health overdose alert, Willi's Match hits $200,000 for the hospice, and your weekend guide for Chatham-Kent
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, October 15
A Public Health overdose alert, the 2026 Cultural Hall of Fame inductees, and rain on the way tonight
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, October 14
Showers and a 20° high, Chatham-Kent's municipal clerk retires after 36 years, and free radon detectors at the library
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, October 13
A sunny, summery 29° Tuesday, a Chatham park project wraps up, and NatureCK questions the candidates
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, October 12
Thanksgiving Monday: a 26° day, a bus rollover update, and the latest opioid report
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, October 11
Thanksgiving Sunday: a Hwy 401 bus rollover, event grants, and Monday's hospital hours
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, October 10
A warm 24° Saturday on the Thanksgiving long weekend, what's closed Monday, and what's on around Chatham-Kent
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: Online Voting Is Open and a $100K Hospice Match
Voting PIN details, a former nurse doubling every hospice donation, and your Thanksgiving weekend guide for Chatham-Kent
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, October 8
Online voting for the municipal election opens today at 10 AM, plus what's on this weekend
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, October 7
Chatham-Kent gets provincial funding for emergency care and health facility repairs, September home sales bounce back, and a Ward 2 councillor steps away
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, October 6
Council extends a pilot encampment committee at its final meeting of the term, and Chatham-Kent gets its first fall frost advisory
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, October 5
Chatham-Kent applies for provincial funding for two recreation projects, Ontario's minimum wage rises to $17.95, and online voting opens Thursday
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, October 4
Chatham-Kent rejects a proposal to allow ATVs on the CASO Trail, and CK Hospice marks 10 years with an October 23 benefit gala
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, October 3
A fatal collision on Highway 40, advance polls open October 15-17 for the municipal election, and it's Doors Open day in CK
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: Mike's Place Fire Ruled Accidental
The Mike's Place fire is ruled accidental, a youth is charged after the CKSS gun scare, and a 92-year-old man is found safe thanks to CCTV
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, October 1
An airsoft gun triggers a school lockdown near CKSS that resolves safely, and a new rental renovation licence bylaw takes effect today
September 2026
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, September 30
The Mike's Place fire caused roughly $1M in damage and is now under Fire Marshal investigation, and EQAO results are mixed but positive at local schools
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, September 29
CK's Terry Fox Runs raise over $100,000 for cancer research, and a respiratory outbreak is declared at Riverview Gardens
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, September 27
The Chatham-Kent Kidney Walk raises over $5,800, and the manhunt for escaped inmate Mason Jenkins continues
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, September 26
York1 withdraws its court bid over the Dresden landfill project, and CSC investigates how a convicted Chatham murderer escaped prison
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: Police Search for Convicted Chatham Killer
Police are searching for convicted Chatham killer Mason Jenkins after he walked away from a minimum-security prison, plus this week's full recap
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, September 24
CK's mayoral candidates take part in their first debate, and CKPS recognizes a dispatcher and officer for saving an infant's life
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, September 23
A Tilbury man is sentenced to life with no parole for at least 15 years, and council directs staff to study land-use policy for AI data centres
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, September 22
The province is investigating dead fish in the Thames River, and council moves forward with an extensive Fire and Rescue report
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, September 21
Officials confirm drinking water remains safe after the ethanol fire cleanup, and Leela Thomas is re-elected Chief of Walpole Island First Nation
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, September 20
Cleanup from the Chatham ethanol plant fire has expanded to the Thames River, and a Merlin resident is named CK's Senior of the Year
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, September 19
Canadian Energies says its clean-energy plant could bring 4,200 jobs to CK, and the new Community Hub stays on time and on budget
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: Ethanol Plant Fire Resolved, and No Data Centre in the $1.9B Project
The Chatham ethanol plant fire is resolved with no air quality impact, and Canadian Energies clarifies its $1.9 billion project won't include a data centre
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, September 16
A large fire closes part of Bloomfield Road, and all of Chatham-Kent's water restrictions have been fully lifted
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, September 15
Chatham-Kent is in the running for a $1.9 billion clean-energy manufacturing facility \u2014 the largest single investment in the municipality's history
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: CK Ranks 2nd in Canada for Flood-Prone Homes
Chatham-Kent ranks 2nd in Canada for flood-prone homes, a candidate open house draws 250+, and a huge weekend of events ahead
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, September 9
Two men arrested after a hydro compound break-in, and the Chatham-Kent Growth Alliance hosts a candidate open house today
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, September 8
An immersive language program marks its 12th year, two people are convicted in a Blenheim animal welfare case, and how to keep your back-to-school photos safe
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, September 7 (Labour Day)
The Northern Tornadoes Project confirms an EF1 tornado struck Wheatley on Sept. 3, with 145 km/h winds and significant damage
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, September 6
The 54th Delaware Nation Powwow drew crowds to Moraviantown, plus an OPP safety warning as the final long weekend of summer wraps up
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, September 5
A firefighters' union pushes back on the municipality's response to the chief censure, and CK's housing market sets record listings while sales stay subdued
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: A Tornado Warning, and This Week's Full Recap
A tornado warning, the water restriction saga from emergency to lifted, and every story from this very full week
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, September 3
Overnight storms knock out power in Tilbury, the Dresden landfill hearing is delayed to November, and a cyclist's 1,200 km ride raises thousands for CK Hospice
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, September 1
A multi-day heat warning through Wednesday, plus police ask the public to avoid Pine Street amid an ongoing investigation
August 2026
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, August 31
The emergency restriction has been lifted, though a new odd/even lawn watering schedule is now in effect
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, August 30
The water conservation request has escalated to an emergency restriction, cancelling a Maroons game and prompting local businesses to adapt
Special Edition ·
Chatham-Kent Water Restriction: Live Updates
What's restricted, why it happened, and the latest status — updated as new information comes in
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, August 29
A Wallaceburg encampment relocates, a Pain Court swimmer eyes the world stage, and Crowfest turns 5
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: A Provincial Award, and the 2026 Election Field Is Final
A provincial innovation award, the 2026 election field explained, and everything happening this weekend
Special Edition ·
Chatham-Kent Events: What's Happening This Week
Everything happening this weekend, this week, and in the weeks ahead across Chatham-Kent — updated regularly
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, August 27
A stalled arson case gets called out in court, water conservation expands, and two new council candidates step forward
Wallaceburg Local ·
Wallaceburg Local — Wednesday, August 26
A drug arrest on Reaume Avenue, the Red Devils' AGM tonight, and local youth sports news
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, August 26
A new autism transition program launches at St. Angela Merici, plus the final tally on this fall's record election field
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, August 25
A water conservation notice for Chatham, plus CK's mayoral race is officially full
Special Edition ·
Chatham-Kent's 2026 Mayoral Race Reaches Its Final Field: 7 Candidates
April Colby's filing completes the ballot, the same day sitting councillor Morena McDonald announced she won't seek re-election
Special Edition ·
Chatham Water Advisory: What to Know About This Week's Conservation Notice
The PUC is asking residents to ease up on non-essential water use through August 28 while crews repair a transmission line on Charing Cross Road
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, August 24
Pathways on Park wins a provincial innovation award, plus what new U.S. tariffs could mean for local business
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, August 22
Rare orange lobster headed to Ripley's Aquarium, former Vanier school sells for $1.6M, Pride Parade downtown today
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing — August 21, 2026
Record 80+ candidate field confirmed for October's election, a new bulk grocery store opens in Chatham, Barnstormers vs London tonight
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, August 20
Community Satisfaction Survey open until Aug 31, Blenheim assault charge, Pride Fest this Saturday
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, August 18
$16.7M Blenheim ball diamond complex approved, CK lobbies Ottawa on housing, Community Hub at 22%, plus today's roundup
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, August 17
Concentrix job fair Tuesday, two councillors had perfect attendance this term, South Kent Ball Diamond Complex confirmed
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, August 16
Record candidate field for 2026 election, Blenheim Shriners honour Ray Fenton's legacy, today's roundup
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, August 15
New grocery store opens in Chatham, full council candidate list released, Youth Entrepreneurship Market today in Blenheim
Special Edition ·
Chatham-Kent 2026 Election: Every Candidate, By Ward
Every mayoral and council candidate in Chatham-Kent's 2026 municipal election, organized by ward
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing: OPP needs your help, plus a new grocery store and this weekend's guide
Plus a new Chatham grocery store, a Ward 7 election entry, and this weekend's top event
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, August 13
New grocery store opens in Chatham, Walpole Island treaty anniversary, Barnstormers walk-off win, full election candidate list out
Wallaceburg Local ·
Wallaceburg Local — Wednesday, August 12
$3.9M Elgin Street reconstruction approved, new housing at W.T. Laing site, and tonight's events
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, August 12
Three CK national gold medals in one week, $16.7M baseball complex confirmed, gas at 151.3¢, stormy day ahead
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, August 11
Council approves addictions recovery facility, housing market sets record, 75 election candidates registered, hazardous waste drop-off today
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, August 10
Strong thunderstorms this morning, gas drops to 151.7¢, CK council eyes major infrastructure upgrades, CASO Trail crackdown underway
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Sunday, August 9
Seth Griffith backs OHL expansion for CK, addictions recovery facility under consideration, WAMBO wraps up, beautiful Sunday ahead
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Saturday, August 8
WAMBO in full swing, $16.7M baseball complex coming to Blenheim, Operation Backpack needs your help
Friday Briefing ·
Friday Briefing — August 7, 2026
Banknote fraud investors testify, CK gets a new museum, WAMBO kicks off today, and a packed weekend ahead
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, August 6
Paisley Fraleigh wins national gold, WAMBO starts tomorrow, free concert tonight in Blenheim
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, August 5
SUP yoga, free concert in Tecumseh Park, gas down to 164.7, and WAMBO this Friday
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, August 4
Chess night at the library, Milner Heritage House birds, a hot 26° afternoon (feels like 32°) — plus this week's news
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Monday, August 3
Civic Holiday — what's open and closed today, plus local news, sunflowers, and WAMBO ahead
July 2026
Friday Briefing ·
🌻 Sunflowers, a $17K cause, and your CK weekend
This week's local news, the big weekend ahead, sunflowers for a cause, and WAMBO on the horizon
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, July 30
What's on today plus the big weekend ahead. Sunflowers, Erieau art, and today's gas and weather
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Wednesday, July 29
SUP yoga, Ridgetown's summer concert, weekend sunflowers — plus today's gas prices and weather
Wallaceburg Local ·
Wallaceburg Local — Your Weekly Roundup
New affordable housing, your council candidates, WAMBO returns — plus a sunflower field for a cause
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Tuesday, July 28
This Day in CK History: Frederick Douglass's 1854 visit to Chatham, plus today's roundup
CKNow Daily ·
What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — July 26
Barnstormers baseball, the last day of TOCK, gas prices, and today's forecast
Friday Briefing ·
🗞️ CKNow Friday Briefing
July 24, 2026
Special Edition ·
🗓️ This Week in Chatham-Kent (July 24 – July 31)
From tractor pulls and beer gardens to night markets—here’s your weekend and weekly game plan.
March 2026
Special Edition ·
🏒 Sweep Watch + Big News for the Future of CKnow
Things are a bit quiet today, but we’re building something huge. Within the next week, look for a brand-new CKnow site with specialized news just for you.
Special Edition ·
Your Ultimate Chatham-Kent Weekend Guide: March 13-15, 2026
Don't miss The Sheepdogs, War on the Catwalk, and the Maroons' playoff opener. Your complete guide to what's happening in Chatham-Kent this weekend.
Special Edition ·
🗓️ Your CK Weekend Guide: March 6–8
Skip the "nothing to do in this town" talk. We’ve found the 5 best ways to spend your weekend in the municipality. This is our very first weekend guide—we'd love to hear what you think, so hit reply with any feedback!
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