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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
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Morning, CK. A sad story out of Highway 40, real dates for advance voting, and it's finally Doors Open day. Here's Saturday.
⛽ Gas & ☀️ Weather
Gas (Regular): Prices around Chatham range from 171.3¢ at Shell (100 Junction Ave) up to 175.9¢ at Mobil (664 Grand Ave E) today.
Gas (Diesel): Diesel ranges from 255.9¢ at Mobil & Superstore (791 St Clair St) up to 269.9¢ at Petro-Canada (5 Grand Ave W). Check today's cheapest stations on GasBuddy →
Weather: A gorgeous day for Doors Open. Morning starts at 8° (feels 6°) and sunny. Afternoon warms to 17°, still sunny. Evening cools to 12° and stays clear. Overnight settles at 7°, mainly clear.
🚗 Major Story — Collision on Highway 40 Claims One Life
One driver died in a collision on Highway 40 in Chatham-Kent Friday afternoon. OPP are investigating the fatal crash.
🗳️ Major Story — Here's How to Vote in This Year's Municipal Election
1. Vote online. Internet voting opens Thursday, October 8 at 10:00 AM and closes Friday, October 16 at 4:00 PM. You'll need your Elector ID (found on your voter card) and an email address. If you don't have internet access or a computer, all Chatham-Kent municipal libraries offer internet voting during regular library hours. Questions or issues? Call 311 or email ckelection@chatham-kent.ca.
2. Vote in person at an advance poll. Advance polling stations open October 15-17, giving eligible voters three in-person chances to cast a ballot before election day: Thursday noon-7 PM, and Friday-Saturday 10 AM-4 PM.
📰 Today's Quick Stories
The CKNow Election Tracker. Find your ward, your candidates, and your voting location all in one place, with local coverage on each candidate. No AI involved: every detail comes word-for-word from local news and the candidates themselves. Check it out at cknow.ca/vote
📚 Tutoring program for children with disabilities gets $373,600 boost. The Learning Disabilities Association of Chatham-Kent received the funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Read more →
🏕️ Committee identifies ways to improve CK's encampment response. New recommendations aim to strengthen housing initiatives and support services. Read more →
🚨 Chatham man faces multiple charges after alleged assault in moving vehicle. Read more →
🏒 Maroons' Richter named player of the month, Baker rookie of the month. Read more →
🎙️ Beyond the Headlines: Nelson Burm. The interview series sits down with the mayoral candidate. Watch/listen →
📖 Library marks Ontario Public Library Week with a How-To Festival. A film screening rounds out the celebration. Read more →
🎉 Happening Today
📍 Doors Open Chatham-Kent — 10 AM, 13 free sites across the municipality.
📍 Ridgetown Farmers Market — 8 AM
📍 Food Truck Festival — 12 PM, Cascades Casino Chatham, free
📍 The Australian Bee Gees Show — 7 PM, Capitol Theatre, $64.90
📍 THE HiP MACHINE — 7:30 PM, Kiwanis Theatre, $48.40
See the full lineup at cknow.ca/events →
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