A 55-year-old Kingston man, Steven Paul Crafard, was arrested for possessing and sharing illegal child abuse material online. Police seized digital evidence from his home last year, leading to 24 charges against him, including aggravated possession and using a computer to commit a crime. Crafard appeared in 71B District Court on July 3rd and was released on a $100,000 bond the next day. He is set to return to court on Wednesday for a probable cause hearing.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Last Wednesday, despite cloudy skies and light rain, hundreds gathered along Huron Avenue in downtown Port Huron to watch the Rotary International Day Parade. This event officially kicked off the annual Boat Week celebrations. Many families hold this parade as a beloved tradition, returning year after year rain or shine. The Port Huron High School Marching Band energized the crowd, joined by alumni and visiting sailors for the weekend’s big race. Rotary Club President Carter Hitesman praised the strong community support that makes this festive gathering possible.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

On Saturday, July 19th, Oil Springs will celebrate its 160th anniversary with the biggest Black Gold Fest yet at the Oil Museum of Canada. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., locals and visitors can enjoy free live music, heritage demos, crafts, food vendors, and kids’ activities including face painting. The village will also host a Hobby and Pet Parade at 11 a.m., plus entertainment and a fun kids fest downtown and at the Youth Centre. This event honors Oil Springs’ historic role in Canada’s oil industry.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

In Lexington Township early Wednesday morning, four nearby fire departments joined forces to tackle a large fire that completely destroyed a pole barn on Wixson Road. The Lexington Fire Department arrived to assist Croswell firefighters who first reported the blaze. Firefighters from Lexington, Croswell, Applegate, and Port Sanilac worked together for more than three hours, battling intense flames until around 5:30 a.m. Despite their determined efforts, the barn was fully engulfed and declared a total loss. Officials are currently investigating the cause of the fire, but no details have been released yet.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet