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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
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Morning, CK. Real closure in a case we've been following, plus council taking the next step on AI data centres. Here's Wednesday.
⛽ Gas & ☀️ Weather
Gas (Regular): Prices around Chatham range from 168.3¢ at Shell (100 Junction Ave) up to 186.7¢ at Mobil (664 Grand Ave E) today.
Gas (Diesel): Diesel ranges from 247.5¢ at UPI Energy (335 Park Ave E) up to 287.5¢ at Mobil (664 Grand Ave E). Check today's cheapest stations on GasBuddy →
Weather: A blustery, cloudy day as fall officially settles in. Morning starts at 14° (feels 12°) with wind gusts up to 48 km/h. Afternoon warms slightly to 17°, still mainly cloudy and windy. Evening cools to 16° with partly cloudy skies. Overnight drops to 12° (feels 10°), with winds finally easing.
⚖️ Major Story — Tilbury Murderer Sentenced to at Least 15 Years
A Tilbury man has been sentenced to life in prison with no parole eligibility for at least 15 years, after pleading guilty to murdering his friend in 2024.
🤖 Major Story — Council Directs Staff to Study AI Data Centre Land-Use Policy
Chatham-Kent council has directed staff to formally study land-use policy for AI data centres, moving the conversation from an initial discussion into an actual planning process.
📰 Today's Quick Stories
🐕 Chatham dog recovering after meth, cocaine exposure. A dog named Little Debbie was exposed to cocaine and amphetamines and is currently recovering; an investigation is underway into how it happened. Read more →
📍 First Southwestern Ontario bookmark plaque unveiled in Thamesville. Yesterday's ceremony confirmed the region's first literary bookmark plaque. Read more →
🍂 Cooler start, warmer trend as fall officially arrives. A look at what to expect as the season changes. Read more →
🧡 St. Clair Catholic marks Orange Shirt Day with a week of reflection. Read more →
🏠 Crime Stoppers offers fall home safety tips. A timely reminder as daylight hours shorten. Read more →
🍰 Chase the Ace returns to the Wallaceburg Legion this Friday. Read more →
🎃 Wallaceburg Kinsmen PumpkinFest set for Oct. 3. Read more →
🏠 Council approves eight new residential lots on Water Street in Wallaceburg. Read more →
📄 Murray Insurance opens a new office in Wallaceburg. The new location at 635 James Street offers a local, welcoming approach to family protection and coverage reviews. Read more →
🍗 Island Vybz Grocers offers pre-seasoned jerk chicken. Available while supplies last at their Dufferin Avenue location in Wallaceburg. Read more →
🎱 Wallaceburg Hometown Bingo continues. A regular low-key night out for anyone in the area. Read more →
🎉 Coming Up
🍰 Chase the Ace returns to the Wallaceburg Legion this Friday, and Wallaceburg Kinsmen PumpkinFest lands Oct. 3.
Water Alone Won't Hydrate You This Fall
Cooler air, indoor heating, and shorter days can leave you dehydrated even when you're drinking plenty of water. That's because true hydration depends on electrolytes, not just water.
Customers on this protocol report falling asleep faster, waking up without that groggy, dehydrated feeling, and noticing healthier-looking skin. This protocol sells out every fall — once it's gone, it's gone until next year.
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