Troy Shantz A large anti-racism rally in downtown Sarnia did not produce a surge in COVID-19 cases as some feared and that’s an encouraging sign, says Lambton’s Medical Officer of Health. “I don’t believe we’ve identified any cases whose exposure may have come from that setting,” Dr. Sudit Ranade said Monday. “That’s very reassuring.” More… Read more »
Journal Staff City Hall is looking for input from residents on a new Community Improvement Plan, or CIP. The plan is designed to encourages investment and achieve various objectives, such as more affordable housing, neighbourhood and downtown revitalization, and improvements in public space improvements, the city said. The updated plan will focus on three key… Read more »
Troy Shantz & George Mathewson Wednesday will be unlike any previous Canada Day, but many Sarnians are planning to mark the nation’s birthday on July 1 regardless. The annual parade and fireworks that draw tens of thousands to very public events at Sarnia’s two big waterfront parks have been scrubbed. But officials say the Canada… Read more »
Cathy Dobson Some call it the COVID Class of 2020. It’s been challenging for many students graduating during the pandemic without the usual fanfare, but you wouldn’t know it watching the Grade 8s of Bridgeview School parade down Michigan Avenue on June 24. “The parade was a great way to celebrate and keep some of… Read more »
Bob Boulton A few years ago our family returned to Sarnia after more than 40 years of living in Toronto. Some things required an adjustment. The habit of Sarnians to offer directions using landmarks that no longer exist, for example. “You know, down near the old Zehrs.” From my puzzled look I’d invariably get the… Read more »
1 – Chiffon, marble and bunt are all kinds of which baked good? 2 – What medical facility in Sarnia offers free drive-through COVID tests on Saturdays? 3 – A “Canadian tuxedo” consists of blue jean pants and what top? 4 – Baptized at Sacred Heart Parish in Sarnia in 1996, now retired American Olympian… Read more »
Troy Shantz A local kid who got started by driving the Zamboni is retiring as the head of Sarnia’s Parks and Recreation Department. “At the age of 15 I worked at the arena, on weekends, at 5:30 a.m. every morning,” recalled Rob Hardwood. “And believe it or not I drove the Zamboni. I didn’t even… Read more »
Journal Staff The COVID-19 situation in Sarnia-Lambton continued to improve today, with no new cases reported for seven straight days. Lambton Public Health said this morning three more people have recovered, leaving the county with just eight active cases. Bluewater Health said no patients have been treated in-hospital for the virus since June 14. And… Read more »
Journal Staff The Lambton County Library loaned out 4,317 items to more than 1,200 borrowers during the first week of its new contactless curbside pickup service. Thirteen branches are participating include Bright’s Grove and Mallroad in Sarnia, Corunna and Point Edward. The downtown Sarnia branch is undergoing renovations and not available. Cardholders can reserves titles… Read more »
Phil Egan It will be different this year. There will be no crowds of happy thousands decked out in red and white, merrily waving maple leaf flags. Festivities in Canatara Park have gone dark, with the usual parade cancelled, food and craft booths missing, hot air balloons grounded, and sports fields quiet. For Sarnia –… Read more »
