Happy Monday! Good Morning, Chatham-Kent!
Happy Monday, Chatham-Kent! We are kicking off the week with a record-shattering 18°C forecast and a Maroons team that literally cannot be stopped. Grab your coffee (or an iced one today) and let's dive into the scoop.
TOP STORY
1️⃣ Top Story: 11 Straight & Senior Night Success
The Chatham Maroons are officially the hottest team in the league after a weekend sweep that pushed their winning streak to 11 games. Following a 4-2 win in Komoka on Saturday, the Maroons returned home Sunday for Senior Night, where they gutted out a 3-2 shootout thriller against the Stratford Warriors. Goaltender Samuel DiBlasi was a brick wall yet again, making 43 saves to secure the victory.
Why it matters: This streak ties a franchise record for momentum heading into the playoffs, cementing Chatham as the team to beat in the Western Conference.
QUICK HITS
2️⃣ Quick Hits
Washroom Nap Gone Wrong: Police arrested a 22-year-old Thamesville man after he was found sleeping in a Blenheim restaurant washroom; he was wanted for violating his court-ordered curfew.
Tool Heist: Residents on Vanier Drive are on high alert after a garage was hit Thursday, with $250 worth of DeWalt tools stolen.
Cash & Carry: Suspects made off with $2,000 in items and $400 after damaging a lock to enter a home on Dale Drive in Chatham.
Record Heat: Grab your sunglasses—we are forecasted to hit 18°C (64°F) today, nearly 14 degrees above the seasonal average.
TODAY IN CK
3️⃣ Today in CK
CK Council Meeting (6:00 PM): Council is set to vote on a $1.5 million tender for Phase 3 upgrades at the Bloomfield Business Park, including sewer extensions and paving.
Wallaceburg River of Lights: Your last chance to catch the nightly glow before the display wraps up for the season.
Dramafest Prep: Students from 7 local high schools are doing final soundchecks at the Capitol Theatre today before the 80th-anniversary competition kicks off tomorrow.
LOCAL BUZZ & DEALS
Local Buzz and Deals
Bloomfield Phase 3: If approved tonight, construction on the business park's expansion will begin this spring, paving the way for more industrial jobs on the outskirts of Chatham.
The Power Lounge: The Indoor Auto Show debuted its first-ever "Power Lounge" this past weekend, showcasing high-end ATVs and side-by-sides, signaling a shift toward more outdoor recreational coverage in local expos.
☕ Free Timmies!
Refer 10 friends to CKnow and we’ll send you a $10 Tim Hortons gift card.