Robert Johnston of Wheatley pleaded guilty to several commercial fishing offenses, including abandoning gill nets and spoiling fish, resulting in a $4,500 fine from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources.
Chatham-Kent council has approved a comprehensive five-year action plan to revitalize Wheatley following the 2021 gas explosion, focusing on economic growth, downtown renewal, and community resilience.
A Wheatley resident has been fined for commercial fishing violations on Lake Erie, following an investigation by the Ministry of Natural Resources.
A 37-year-old Wheatley man faces multiple charges after Essex County OPP seized cocaine, cash, and paraphernalia in a targeted drug bust at a local residence.
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Chatham-Kent has released a comprehensive vision for revitalizing downtown Wheatley, nearly four years after the devastating explosion that impacted the community.
Following the devastating 2021 gas explosion, a task force has unveiled a comprehensive new vision for Wheatley's future, heavily leaning on its historic fishing industry to drive economic and community renewal.
Ontario Provincial Police conducted a significant drug operation in Wheatley, confiscating illegal substances and cash valued at $5,000. The investigation highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to combat narcotics distribution in the region.
The refurbished Wheatley water treatment plant is now fully operational, supplying 8,500 customers in Wheatley and Tilbury after a 2023 fire. Read about the upgrades and testing process.
Chatham-Kent police arrested a Leamington man following a theft at an oil well site in Wheatley. The incident occurred on December 17, 2025. Read the full details.
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Freezing rain and icy conditions have forced the cancellation of all school bus runs in Chatham-Kent's Zone 7 for Tuesday, December 4, 2025. Check the list of affected schools.
Ontario invests over $10 million to upgrade fisheries facilities in Wheatley and Port Dover, supporting jobs and food production along Lake Erie.
