CK police briefs – Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Chatham-Kent police are investigating a theft from an unlocked garage on Thelma Avenue in Chatham.

Canada Post asks for help during pandemic

Canada Post is also asking people to maintain social distancing.

Ontario extends state of emergency, restricts outdoor amenities

With the number of confirmed COVID-19 continuing to grow every day, the Ontario government is issuing further restrictions and extending its state of emergency.

CK’s first COVID-19 patient gets the all clear

It’s good news for a man in his 50’s, who was identified as Chatham-Kent’s first confirmed case of COVID-19.

United Way creates centralized resource for COVID-19 assistance

The United Way of Chatham-Kent is providing a more streamlined support mechanism to help people out during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Walpole Island man charged following wild police chase

A Walpole Island man is facing several charges after a wild chase with city police and the OPP over the weekend.

Trudeau: Most businesses can get wage subsidy

Any Canadian business or not-for-profit organization that has seen a 30 per cent or more drop in revenues will be eligible for a subsidy of 75 per cent to cover employees’ wages.

UPDATE: No injuries reported in Chatham fire

Damage is estimated at $180,000 after a fire sparked at a home in Chatham on Monday morning.

Third-year respiratory therapy students join the fight against COVID-19

The students will still have to finish their online classes and exams to graduate.

CK police briefs – Monday, March 30, 2020

A 38-year-old Chatham woman is facing a pair of assault charges after allegedly hitting a family member and a local police officer early Monday morning.

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