Blackburnnews.com file photoChatham-Kent OPP says it's laid two impaired-related charges in the last 30 days.
Constable Janine Belanger says neither of the incidents involved a collision. That's in stark contrast to province-wide numbers.
In the past 30 days, the OPP says it's laid more than 180 alcohol-related criminal driving charges across Ontario. Provincial police say they're concerned about the recent surge and call the growing number of charges "troubling."
SPS Board Chair Kelly Ash said the decision followed discussions with Acting Chief Mike Federico and aligns with practices at other police services.
The annual Canada Day parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, from Wildwood Park to Kenwick Park.
The $7.6 million project, which also involved water and sewer infrastructure improvements, began in 2024.
The Toronto Blue Jays dropped their third in a row Thursday, 6-5 to the visiting Texas Rangers, and the Detroit Tigers suffered a 2-1 loss to Houston.
The week-long celebration starts on Saturday and continues to next Friday.
Environment Canada said Thursday night that severe thunderstorms were moving further east after rain and high winds affected portions of the region.
