Chatham-Kent opens nominations for Senior Achievement Awards during Seniors’ Month

Chatham-Kent is recognizing older adults across the municipality as part of Seniors’ Month this June, with nominations now open for the 2026 Senior Achievement Awards. Mayor Darrin Canniff and council are encouraging...

Strong Starts for Tiny Hearts 5K raises more than $21,000

More than 160 participants came together in Chatham on June 1 for the inaugural Strong Starts for Tiny Hearts 5K Walk, Run & Stroll, raising more than $21,000 in...

Experienced system leader Kelly Holbrough named LKDSB superintendent

The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has appointed Kelly Holbrough as superintendent of education, effective July 1, 2026. The board announced the appointment on June 2, saying Holbrough brings...

KCSAC track and field meet brings together more than 500 student athletes

More than 500 student athletes from Grades 3 to 8 gathered at Ursuline College Chatham on Wednesday for the Kent Catholic Schools Athletic Council's annual track and field meet, showcasing both...

A historic first as WDSS and NCIVS launch inaugural girls field lacrosse teams

High school sports history was made on Wednesday, May 27, when Wallaceburg District Secondary School (WDSS) and Northern Collegiate Institute & Vocational School (NCIVS)...

UCC captures sixth straight LKSSAA girls rugby championship

The Ursuline College Chatham Lancers have extended their dominance in local high school rugby, capturing a sixth consecutive LKSSAA girls rugby championship with a...

Canadian country artist Dallas Smith closed out the opening day of Meadows Music Festival 2026 in Fergus, Ontario on Friday, May 29. An hour before Smith and his band took the main stage, SWOMP sat with him backstage for an interview

Missing cat from Prince Albert area

Missing Siamese indoor cat. 12 years old. Got out May 27 last seen near Prince Albert and Union. Please contact Sanja HERE if you've...

Cat found in Wallaceburg

Found this cat outside of the Glasstown Veterinary Office in Wallaceburg this morning. Keeps trying to get in. Female, very friendly, bob tailed. ...

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