Chris Campbell

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Chris Campbell

Chatham-Kent council has voted to move ahead with the next phase of its $53-million Community Hub project and advance plans to redevelop the former Sears building in downtown Chatham. The decision came during a council meeting Monday evening, where councillors supported a motion to begin the tender process for the future home of municipal services, including the Civic Centre, Chatham-Kent Public Library, and the Chatham-Kent Museum.

2 days ago | ctvnews.ca | Chris Campbell

The Windsor-Essex County Humane Society is reminding motorists and residents to be extra cautious this spring as baby wildlife becomes more visible across the region. “It’s that time of year,” said Lynette Bain, executive director of the humane society. The organization recently responded to a call about a deceased opossum found roadside. When staff arrived, they discovered 10 baby opossums alive and tucked safely inside their mother’s pouch.

6 days ago | ctvnews.ca | Chris Campbell

Early mornings and crisp spring air aren’t deterring crowds from descending on Point Pelee National Park this month for one of Canada’s premier birdwatching events. The annual Festival of Birds is underway and drawing visitors from across the country and around the world to the southernmost tip of mainland Canada. The event, which began at the start of the month, runs until May 19. “It’s been great. You know, it’s been a little bit cool some days.

1 week ago | ctvnews.ca | Chris Campbell

A local non-profit agency that’s helped thousands of vulnerable residents in Windsor over five decades is marking a major milestone this week. Windsor Family Homes and Community Partnerships, formerly known as Windsor Homes Coalition Inc., is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an open house Wednesday afternoon. The event, held at 900 Howard Ave. from 12:30 to 3 p.m., will showcase the agency’s history, highlight current programs and offer a look ahead at its goals under a new strategic plan.

1 week ago | ctvnews.ca | Chris Campbell

Repairs to the WFCU Centre after a rooftop fire last week could take up to a year and cost approximately $1 million, according to Windsor’s mayor. Mayor Drew Dilkens provided the update during a radio interview Tuesday morning on the Mike and Meg show on AM800, one week and a day after a blaze broke out on the facility’s roof during federal election day. “The insurance company is on site. All of the engineers are on site,” Dilkens said.