Daily Weather
Wednesday March 4th
🌤️ Wednesday Weather: The Mid-Week Vibe
| Time | Condition | Temp | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Cloudy ☁️ | -1°C | 6 mph E |
| Afternoon | Mostly Cloudy 🌥️ | 6°C | 6 mph E |
| Night | Light Rain 🌧️ | 2°C | 6 mph E |
If you're washing the car tomorrow, maybe skip the wax—it's likely going to get drizzly before Thursday morning.
Daily roundup
Hey Chatham! Here’s what’s happening today!
We’ve got exciting updates, news and events to share with you today!
📰The Big Story
📰 The Big Story: High-Level Bust & Resurgence
A major chapter in a 2023 drug bust has closed as the 2 Chatham men behind a half-million dollar operation were sentenced in Chatham Superior Court this week.
📰Move-Backs
📰 Move Backs
Dresden Landfill Delay: If you were waiting for the legal showdown between the Municipality and York1, you'll have to wait a bit longer. The first court date, originally set for yesterday, has been pushed back to March 17.
Top 100 Status: A huge "Rave" for our local festivals! Both Chatham Crowfest and the Thamesville Threshing Festival were just named in the Top 100 Festivals and Events in Ontario for 2026!
On a another note, council has adopted the Wheatley Community Development Action Plan, marking another huge step in the town's post-disaster comeback story.
🎭 Awesome Destinations:
🎭 Awesome Destinations: Kiwanis Theatre
If you haven't been to the Kiwanis lately, today is the day. Beyond the concerts, it remains the heart of William St. N.
Skip the Netflix scroll tonight. Seeing a live show like High Valley or Sully Burrows (also playing today!) is the better play.
🚨 The "Rant" Report
🚨 The "Rant" Report:
Hospital Disturbance: A 30-year-old Tilbury man is facing charges after a "tantrum" at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance. Police allege he refused to leave and hit an officer in the face during the arrest.
Thames St. Stabbing: Police have finally caught the 25-year-old suspect from the February 25 stabbing incident. He was arrested on Monday after allegedly attacking a visitor who was sleeping in a bedroom.
🗓️ Coming Up This Week
🗓️ Coming Up This Week
We’ve got exciting Events!
🎤 High Valley at the Kiwanis: If you like country vibes and bluegrass soul, High Valley is hitting the stage at 8:00 PM. Tickets are around $85 if you’re looking for a last-minute mid-week date.
💼 Workforce Week Job Fair: Looking for a career pivot? Head to the John D. Bradley Convention Centre from 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM to meet face-to-face with top local employers. Bring copies of your resume! Learn more information here
🍲 Legion Special: Today’s daily special at the Chatham Legion (Branch 642) is a Meatloaf Dinner. Kitchen’s open until 1:30 PM, and they have fun darts at 7:00 PM.
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