# chatham-kent (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover chatham-kent. Page: Feed: --- ## [Jobs: Sydenham Curling Club, Lambton Conveyor, Select Finishing + Healthcare Community Resource job fair details](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/23/jobs-sydenham-curling-club-lambton-conveyor-select-finishing-healthcare-community-resource-job-fair-details/) _2026-08-23 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Sydenham Current Job Postings Healthcare Community Resource and Job Fair Join us for the Healthcare Community Resource and Job Fair on Tuesday, September 24 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Chatham Everest Convention Centre, a one-stop event connecting you to opportunities in the growing healthcare sector. This free event brings together healthcare employers, \[…\] ## [Salvation Army thrift stores in Chatham, Wallaceburg holding summer clearance sale](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/23/salvation-army-thrift-stores-in-chatham-wallaceburg-holding-summer-clearance-sale/) _2026-08-23 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ The Salvation Army is holding a summer clearance sale at its thrift stores in Chatham and Wallaceburg later this month, with storewide discounts of 50 per cent. The sale runs Friday, August 28 and Saturday, August 29. The Chatham location, at 456 St. Clair St., will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on \[…\] ## [It starts with a little](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/23/it-starts-with-a-little/) _2026-08-23 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ From The Pastor’s Pen – By Brian Horrobin In the miracle of the feeding of the 5,000, which is found in all 4 gospel accounts of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, we read that the people all ate and were satisfied, and they still had 12 baskets of leftovers! That was 5,000 men, by the \[…\] ## [Motorcyclist charged with impaired driving at St. Clair Township RIDE checkpoint](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/23/motorcyclist-charged-with-impaired-driving-at-st-clair-township-ride-checkpoint/) _2026-08-23 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ OPP officials allege: The Lambton County OPP has charged a driver following a RIDE checkpoint in St. Clair Township. Shortly before 9:30 p.m. on August 20, members of the Lambton County OPP were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere checkpoint on St. Clair Parkway near Curran Avenue when officers stopped a motorcycle to check the \[…\] ## [OPP investigating theft of meat products from Forest business](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/23/opp-investigating-theft-of-meat-products-from-forest-business/) _2026-08-23 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ OPP officials allege: The Lambton County OPP is investigating a theft from a business in Forest. Police say that on August 17 at 12:40 p.m., two unknown individuals attended a business on King Street in a dark-coloured sport utility vehicle. The passengers got out and entered the store while the driver stayed in the vehicle. \[…\] ## [Gail Sedlak](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/gail-sedlak/) _2026-08-23 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Gail Sedlak passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at the Leamington Hospice, surrounded by her family, just five days shy of her 86th birthday. Gail is now reunited with the love of her life, Mal Sedlak (2020), who assuredly had a lawn chair and campfire prepared and waiting for her. Gail is lovingly \[…\] ## [Brent Leckie](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/brent-leckie/) _2026-08-23 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ In the arms of his wife and children and surrounded by love, Brent Leckie passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at LHSC at the age of 74. Beloved husband to his wife of 52 years, Janice (née Caine) Leckie. Cherished father of Lisa Leckie, Laura Kaufmann (George), Andrew Leckie (Stephanie) and Adam Leckie, all \[…\] ## [Live music Sunday afternoon at The CBD Club](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/live-music-sunday-afternoon-at-the-cbd-club-3/) _2026-08-23 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ From 2 to 5 PM at 1342 Dufferin Ave. Wallaceburg the Cbd Club as Back 2 Back play all of your favourites. ## [Diddly Squat Produce in Wallaceburg](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/diddly-squat-produce-in-wallaceburg/) _2026-08-23 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Howie from diddly squat produce had a birthday yesterday and the veggie party continues! The veggie stand on Base Line Rd in Wallaceburg is open 7 days a week 9am – 6pm! (weather permitting). Fresh local honey, plums, apples, muskmelon, peaches, green and yellow beans, pickling cucumbers, zucchini, garlic. All of the produce at the \[…\] ## [Downtown Wallaceburg BIA](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/downtown-wallaceburg-bia-22/) _2026-08-23 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Support Local. Support Downtown. Support Our Community. Our downtown businesses are more than just storefronts — they are owned and operated by our friends, neighbours, families and community members. When we support them, we’re helping keep our downtown alive, vibrant and thriving for years to come! 🏘️✨ Here are some simple ways YOU can make \[…\] ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/h3dJ7i8o0Mof) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [Oaks Retirement Village – save the date](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/oaks-retirement-village-save-the-date/) _2026-08-23 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Mark your calendars! Oaks Retirement Village is excited to host our Fall Market on Saturday, October 3rd from 2:00PM to 7:00PM. 🍁 This is a community-wide event in Wallaceburg! We’re opening our doors to the public, so join us for an afternoon of 30+ local vendors (and counting), handmade goods, seasonal finds and produce, live \[…\] ## [Wallaceburg Hometown Bingo](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/wallaceburg-hometown-bingo-2870/) _2026-08-23 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ 1416 Dufferin Ave. Wallaceburg mango starts every night at 7 PM. AUGUST 21 ,2026 PINK DUAL DABS $7,217 36 NUMBERS BLUE DUAL DABS $1,979 30 NUMBERS G BALL $1,900 U PICK EM’ $5,891 24 NUMBERS SHUTTERS $700 6 NUMBERS TOONIE $413 BONUS BALLS $750 SUPER 1 $1,600 54 NUMBERS SUPER 2 $1,300 51 NUMBERS RAPID \[…\] ## [Patricia Vansickle](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/patricia-vansickle/) _2026-08-22 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Patricia Ann Vansickle passed away peacefully August 17, 2026 as a result of complications from breast cancer treatments. Pat, as she was known to family and friends, spent her early years on a farm in Southwestern Ontario, where she nurtured baby kittens, family dogs and developed a life long passion for horses. She was showing \[…\] ## [Frank Blackwell](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/frank-blackwell/) _2026-08-22 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ With great sadness we announce that Frank Blackwell passed away on Thursday August 20, 2026 at the age of 82. Frank is now reunited with his late wife Lynn Blackwell (2021) and will be deeply missed and loved by his wife Marlene (Rabideau). He will be remembered as a dear Father and Step-Father to Ian \[…\] ## [Bradley Haggerty](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/bradley-haggerty/) _2026-08-22 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ With heavy hearts we announce the sudden death of Bradley James Haggerty (HAG). Brad will be sadly missed by family and friends. His family was his pride and joy, his greatest role in life was being a loving husband to his high school sweetheart, soul mate and best friend Tammy Haggerty. Loving father to his \[…\] ## [Full 2026 Chatham-Kent Municipal Election candidates list finalized, as nomination period ends](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/full-2026-chatham-kent-municipal-election-candidates-list-finalized-as-nomination-period-ends/) _2026-08-22 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ The nomination period for the 2026 Municipal Election in Chatham-Kent closed on Friday, August 21, 2026 at 2 p.m. Election day is Monday, October 26, 2026. Here are the full list of candidates across Chatham-Kent: MAYOR Lauren Anderson Michael Bondy Nelson Burm Darrin Canniff April Colby Ryan Gow Randy Hope WARD 1 – SOUTH WEST \[…\] ## [Heavy rainfall possible in southwestern Ontario this weekend, Environment Canada warns](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/heavy-rainfall-possible-in-southwestern-ontario-this-weekend-environment-canada-warns/) _2026-08-22 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement warning of locally significant rainfall for parts of southwestern Ontario, including Chatham-Kent and Rondeau Park, through the weekend. The agency said local rainfall amounts could exceed 50 millimetres between Saturday and early Sunday morning. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop over southwestern Ontario Saturday morning… ## [Police seek help locating stolen motorcycle in Corunna](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/police-seek-help-locating-stolen-motorcycle-in-corunna/) _2026-08-22 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ OPP officials allege: Ontario Provincial Police are asking for the public’s help locating a stolen motorcycle and identifying those responsible. Members of the Lambton County OPP detachment responded to an address on Cameron Street on August 13 after receiving a report of a stolen motorcycle. Police believe the theft occurred between 11:30 p.m. on August \[…\] ## [Chatham-Kent seeking volunteers for Together CK grant review committee](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/chatham-kent-seeking-volunteers-for-together-ck-grant-review-committee/) _2026-08-22 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is looking for residents interested in helping shape local community investments by serving on the Together CK Review Committee. The Together CK Grant Program, established by council in 2000, supports community projects and events aimed at enhancing quality of life across Chatham-Kent. Since it began, the program has leveraged municipal investment \[…\] ## [Canada to match new U.S. 50% tariffs dollar-for-dollar as trade talks suspended](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/22/canada-to-match-new-u-s-50-tariffs-dollar-for-dollar-as-trade-talks-suspended/) _2026-08-22 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Prime Minister Mark Carney suspended trade negotiations with the United States Friday evening, just hours before Washington’s midnight deadline for new tariffs on Canadian goods, and vowed Canada would retaliate in kind. In a statement released from Ottawa, Carney said Canada’s negotiating team had been ordered home after last-minute changes to the U.S. position proved \[…\] ## [Save with community-voted codes (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/4xockg6vu8Ay) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Search thousands of community-verified coupon codes — 100% free, no account needed. ## [Seafood Night at Glasstown](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/seafood-night-at-glasstown/) _2026-08-22 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ 🦪 OYSTER & SEAFOOD NIGHT IS BACK! 🌊🍺 Join us Thursday, August 27 for a delicious evening at Glasstown! 👨‍🍳 Our chef has created a special seafood menu for the night, packed with fresh flavours and seafood favourites you won’t want to miss. 🍽️ Seafood Dinner Menu starts at 5 PM 🦪 Fresh P.E.I. oysters, \[…\] ## [Reloved Boutique](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/reloved-boutique-7/) _2026-08-22 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ BACK TO SCHOOL SALE! ✏️🍎 Save BIG while keeping the kiddos dressed in name-brand, in-style clothing they’ll actually love! 🛍️💗 🎒10% OFF the entire store! (excluding discounted items) ✨25% OFF SALE RACK! 💥$2.50 SALE RACK! Come stop by the boutique this week for some great deals! 360 James Street Wallaceburg. ## [Dresden Meat Packers](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/dresden-meat-packers-34/) _2026-08-22 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ We are stocked up with the steaks again!!! Boxes of Frozen Strip Loin Steaks $16.49/ lb! All are cut at 3/4″ While supplies last! First Come First Serve. 10210 McCreary Line Dresden. 519-683-2585. ## [Hauser’s Pharmacy](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/hausers-pharmacy-27/) _2026-08-22 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ As summer begins to wind down, it’s still important to stay hydrated, protect your skin from the sun, and make time for healthy habits. Hauser’s is here to support your wellness through every season. 225 Nelson St. Wallaceburg. 519-626-1040. ## [Wallaceburg Hometown Bingo](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/wallaceburg-hometown-bingo-2869/) _2026-08-22 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ 1416 Dufferin Ave. Wallaceburg bingo starts every night at 7 PM. AUGUST 21 ,2026 PINK DUAL DABS $7,124 36 NUMBERS BLUE DUAL DABS $8,272 37 NUMBERS G BALL $1,850 U PICK EM’ $5,798 24 NUMBERS SHUTTERS $690 6 NUMBERS TOONIE $378 BONUS BALLS $600 SUPER 1 $1,500 53 NUMBERS SUPER 2 $1,200 50 NUMBERS RAPID \[…\] ## [Race for mayor, Ward 1 council in St. Clair Township](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/race-for-mayor-ward-1-council-in-st-clair-township/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=race-for-mayor-ward-1-council-in-st-clair-township) _2026-08-22 · The Independent · The Independent_ Heather Wright/The Independent Former St. Clair Township Mayor Steve Arnold will be back around the council table. Arnold, who stepped down as mayor in 2022 after serving over 37 years in municipal politics including 16 as mayor, will be acclaimed as deputy mayor Monday when the clerk of the municipality certifies the candidate list. Arnold was the only person nominated… ## [Four in the running for Brooke-Alvinston mayor](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/four-in-the-running-for-brooke-alvinston-mayor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=four-in-the-running-for-brooke-alvinston-mayor) _2026-08-22 · The Independent · The Independent_ Heather Wright/The Independent Four people want to be the next mayor of Brooke-Alvinston. Current Mayor David Ferguson decided not to run for a third term, but there is a list of people who want the job. Marcus Deloughery filed his papers Friday at the deadline for nominations for the Oct. 26 municipal election. He joins Jamie Armstrong, Tom Scott and… ## [Enniskillen council to be acclaimed](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/enniskillen-council-to-be-acclaimed/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=enniskillen-council-to-be-acclaimed) _2026-08-22 · The Independent · The Independent_ The Independent The entire Enniskillen council is expected to be acclaimed Monday. It will be the third term in a row without an election in the township. Aug. 21 was the final day to submit nominations to run in the Oct. 26 municipal election. The township, which has acclaimed its council in both the 2018 and 2022 election, seemed destined… ## [Seven seek councillor positions in Dawn-Euphemia](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/seven-seek-councillor-positions-in-dawn-euphemia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=seven-seek-councillor-positions-in-dawn-euphemia) _2026-08-22 · The Independent · The Independent_ Heather Wright/The Indpendent Seven people, including three incumbents, hope to become the next councillors in Dawn-Euphemia. At the end of nomination day, Aug. 21, incumbents Jason Meyer, Paul LeBoeuf and Ann Gray had put their hat in the ring for the four positions up for grabs. The only incumbent not to seek re-election this year is Mark McGuire who served… ## [Warwick’s longest serving councillor retiring; six run for council seats](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/warwicks-longest-serving-councillor-retiring-six-run-for-council-seats/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=warwicks-longest-serving-councillor-retiring-six-run-for-council-seats) _2026-08-21 · The Independent · The Independent_ Heather Wright/The Independent Three incumbents will face three newcomers for the four seats on Warwick Township council in the Oct. 26 municipal election. And when the nominations closed at 2 pm, there was one name noticeably absent from the list of potential candidates – long-time Warwick politician Jerry Westgate. Westgate has served on council for 32 years. Westgate says it… ## [Browse ThreatCrush Modules (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/zaDPWG3wZac3) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Install community-built security modules to extend real-time threat intelligence and monitoring ## [Point Edward’s mayoral race heating up without Hand](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/point-edwards-mayoral-race-heating-up-without-hand/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=point-edwards-mayoral-race-heating-up-without-hand) _2026-08-21 · The Independent · The Independent_ But Hand still wants a seat at the table Cathy Dobson/The Independent Only two candidates are vying to be Point Edward’s next mayor but both are well known after serving on council and multiple committees and boards. Two-term deputy mayor Greg Grimes and three-term councillor Paul Burgess are each hoping to lead the polls for the top job on election… ## [Forty-three Sarnians vying for nine seats on council](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/forty-three-sarnians-vying-for-nine-seats-on-council/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=forty-three-sarnians-vying-for-nine-seats-on-council) _2026-08-21 · The Independent · The Independent_ Bradley seeking 12th term as mayor All but one current councillor running Cathy Dobson/The Independent As is his habit, Mike Bradley officially joined Sarnia’s mayoral race just a few hours before nominations closed Friday, ending speculation whether he’d attempt a 12th term. Bradley, 71, has been Sarnia’s mayor since 1988 and is Ontario’s second-longest serving mayor behind Milton’s Gord Krantz.… ## [Incumbents, newbies and a married couple vie for Petrolia council seats](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/incumbents-newbies-and-a-married-couple-vie-for-petrolia-council-seats/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=incumbents-newbies-and-a-married-couple-vie-for-petrolia-council-seats) _2026-08-21 · The Independent · The Independent_ Heather Wright/The Independent While there won’t be a race for mayor in Petrolia, there is a wide range of candidates looking to become the next six members of town council. Joel Field, the current deputy mayor, is the only person to file nomination papers for the job of mayor but 12 candidates have filed nomination papers to fill the six… ## [April Colby is running for Mayor of Chatham-Kent](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/april-colby-is-running-for-mayor-of-chatham-kent/) _2026-08-21 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ A last-minute mayoral candidate has joined the race in Chatham-Kent. April Colby filed her nomination papers on Friday, August 21, 2026, the final day candidates could file for the election. She is the seventh person to file for the position of mayor. Colby joins current Chatham-Kent Councillors Lauren Anderson and Michael Bondy, Nelson Burm, Ryan \[…\] ## [Chatham man facing multiple charges after alleged years-long assault, confinement of woman](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/chatham-man-facing-multiple-charges-after-alleged-years-long-assault-confinement-of-woman/) _2026-08-21 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: A 42-year-old Chatham man is facing a string of charges after Chatham-Kent police say he threatened and assaulted a woman over a period of months. Police were called to a report of threats between the man and a 29-year-old woman, both of Chatham, on Aug. 20 at approximately 10:45 a.m. \[…\] ## [Woman charged after vehicle collides with semi-trailer on Prince Albert Road](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/woman-charged-after-vehicle-collides-with-semi-trailer-on-prince-albert-road/) _2026-08-21 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: A 24-year-old woman has been charged with impaired and dangerous driving after her vehicle collided with a semi-trailer on Prince Albert Road in Chatham early Friday morning. Chatham-Kent police responded to a report of a collision at approximately 12:03 a.m. on Aug. 21. The investigation found the woman had been \[…\] ## [Raleigh Township man charged after failing to use headlights, weaving on roadway](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/raleigh-township-man-charged-after-failing-to-use-headlights-weaving-on-roadway/) _2026-08-21 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: A 57-year-old Raleigh Township man has been charged with impaired driving after a Chatham-Kent police officer spotted his vehicle travelling without its headlights on. The officer, on patrol on Water Street in Raleigh Township, noticed the vehicle around 10:30 p.m. on Aug. 20 and observed it having difficulty staying in \[…\] ## [Six running to fill Oil Springs council seats](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/six-running-to-fill-oil-springs-council-seats/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=six-running-to-fill-oil-springs-council-seats) _2026-08-21 · The Independent · The Independent_ First election in village since 2010 Heather Wright/The Independent Two political newcomers are looking to become Oil Springs councillors. At the close of nomination day, six people are in the running for four council seats in Lambton’s smallest municipality. Connie McFadden, Larry Wagner, Jordan Newport and Adam Veen are all seeking re-election. All four were acclaimed in the 2022 municipal… ## [Cook faces a challenge from Councillor Wilcox in Lambton Shores](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/cook-faces-a-challenge-from-councillor-wilcox-in-lambton-shores/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cook-faces-a-challenge-from-councillor-wilcox-in-lambton-shores) _2026-08-21 · The Independent · The Independent_ Heather Wright/The Independent Lambton Shores Mayor Doug Cook is facing a challenge for the municipality’s top job from a two-time councillor. On the last day of the Oct. 26 municipal nomination period, Jeff Wilcox, who has represented the Thedford area since 2018, has thrown his hat into the ring for the mayor’s position. Cook, who was first elected as a… ## [Field, Marriott, Case, Veen, Broad unopposed in Oct. 26 municipal election](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/field-marriott-case-unopposed-in-oct-26-municipal-election/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=field-marriott-case-unopposed-in-oct-26-municipal-election) _2026-08-21 · The Independent · The Independent_ Heather Wright/The Independent It appears there won’t be an election for mayor in Petrolia, Enniskillen, Warwick and Oil Springs this year. Nominations for the Oct. 26 municipal election have just closed across the province. Clerks in each municipality will verify the list of candidates Monday. However, in the online portals for Petrolia, Enniskillen, Warwick and Oil Springs, only one candidate… ## [Dog found in Wallaceburg](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/dog-found-in-wallaceburg-40/) _2026-08-21 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Female stray found at the Shiloh Trailer Park in Wallaceburg. Please contact PAWR 226-996-9969 ## [He’s in](https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2026/08/21/hes-in/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hes-in) _2026-08-21 · The Independent · The Independent_ Incumbent Mike Bradley is running for mayor of Sarnia The Independent Mike Bradley is in the race for Sarnia’s mayor. Bradley was first elected as a councillor in 1985 and was first elected mayor in 1988. He’s served as mayor ever since. Bradley faces a challenge from current city/county councillor Bill Dennis, Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce head Carrie McEacheran,… ## [Community Living Wallaceburg](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/community-living-wallaceburg-113/) _2026-08-21 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Sign up for a FREE membership to stay connected with our latest news, special events, and community celebrations. 📝 Become a member here: shorturl.at/gZM61 ## [Wallaceburg Hockey Parents](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/wallaceburg-hockey-parents-2/) _2026-08-21 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ There’s something really special about seeing a little piece of our hockey family outside of the rink. We’re so grateful to McNaughton Family Dental for welcoming Wallaceburg Minor Hockey into their space and for being part of our hockey family. It’s what makes partnerships like this feel so much bigger ❤️ They are still donating \[…\] ## [Save the Date!](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/save-the-date/) _2026-08-21 · Sydenham Current · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Think you got what it takes? Join us at the SCCC for our end of season Pickleball and Cornhole tournament. Register today to guarantee your spot! www.sydenhamcurlingclub.com ## [Mitchell’s Bay residents to see mailing address change this fall](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/mitchells-bay-residents-to-see-mailing-address-change-this-fall/) _2026-08-21 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ Residents of Mitchell’s Bay will see a change to their mailing address this fall after Canada Post agreed to a request from the Municipality of Chatham-Kent to update the place name used in the community’s mail. Beginning in October 2026, residents who currently use “Dover Centre” in their mailing address will instead use “Mitchell’s Bay.” \[…\] ## [Catholic in Recovery group offers weekly support meetings in the region](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/catholic-in-recovery-group-offers-weekly-support-meetings-in-the-region/) _2026-08-21 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ A faith-based recovery support group is holding weekly meetings for those seeking healing from addiction and compulsive behaviours. Catholic in Recovery meets Mondays at 7:30 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church Hall. The group says it offers support for those struggling with alcoholism, drug addiction, compulsive overeating, restricted eating, and lust or pornography addiction, as \[…\] ## [Chatham-Kent’s Pathways on Park wins provincial innovation award](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/chatham-kents-pathways-on-park-wins-provincial-innovation-award/) _2026-08-21 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ A Chatham-Kent housing project aimed at addressing homelessness has received provincial recognition for its approach to the issue. The municipality’s Pathways on Park Transitional Cabin Project was awarded a 2026 Peter J. Marshall Municipal Innovation Award from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, which recognizes municipal governments for innovative approaches that improve efficiency,… ## [Chatham library inviting writers to network at community café event](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/chatham-library-inviting-writers-to-network-at-community-cafe-event/) _2026-08-21 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ The Chatham branch of the Chatham-Kent Public Library is inviting writers of all experience levels to connect at an upcoming networking event aimed at easing the isolation that can come with the craft. The Chatham Branch Community Living Café will bring writers together on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 3:30 p.m. to share tips and experiences \[…\] ## [Watford youth facing multiple charges after series of disturbances at business](https://sydenhamcurrent.ca/2026/08/21/watford-youth-facing-multiple-charges-after-series-of-disturbances-at-business/) _2026-08-21 · SC · Wallaceburg News | Local news in Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas._ OPP officials allege: A 17-year-old is facing multiple charges after a series of disturbances at a business in Watford last week. The Lambton County OPP said officers first responded to a disturbance at the business shortly after 6 a.m. on Aug. 16. Following an investigation, the youth was arrested and charged with theft under $5,000 \[…\]