Petrolia for cash in second round of housing funding
Icebreaking near Port Lambton suspended because of high winds
February 5, 2021
The ice breaking operation on the St. Clair River to remove an ice plug near Port Lambton is temporarily on hold.
Canadian Coast Guard officials say gale force winds and strong wind warning stopped the operation underway around 1 pm.
Earlier today, Coast Guard reported the water levels had decreased noticeably in the lower St. Clair River with flooding easing.
but the ice was still not flowing effectively and continues to jam in the area of Willow Point near Port Lambton, officials said. They said it was affecting the movement of shipping and the risk of flooding remains.
Two ships which were expecting to be escorted through the icy waters will have to wait due to the gale force winds.
Front Page
Petrolia for cash in second round of housing funding
September 16, 2024
Heather Wright/The Independent Petrolia is hoping the second time will be a charm. The town will again apply for the federal government’s Housing Accelerator Fund. The federal program was announced early in 2024 and early this summer Petrolia and Plympton-Wyoming and Warwick were shut out of funding which would have allowed the municipalities to attract more affordable housing investment in
Read More
Front Page
Town may recognize Petrolia White Rose Band with plaque
September 16, 2024
Heather Wright/The Independent Norm Sutherland wants Petrolia to honour its musical history. He’s written a letter to town council asking if it will consider erecting a plaque at the new bandshell, built as a legacy project during the town’s 150th anniversary. “Mr. Percie Cox, musical director of the Petrolia White Rose Band and teacher of almost all of the youngsters
Read More
Front Page
Lambton wants tighter rules for vape sales
September 16, 2024
Heather Wright/The Independent Lambton Public Health officials want vape shop owners who sell to minors to face Automatic Prohibition, just like store owners who sell cigarettes. In a report to Lambton County Council, Jordan Banninga, manager of health promotion says a recent survey shows up to 30 per cent of teens from 15 to 19 have tried vaping at least
Read More
Front Page
OPP urge safety as deer season starts
September 16, 2024
It’s that time of year again. Lambton OPP are urging drivers to be on the lookout for deer. OPP suggest watching for deer especially in rural and wooded areas, use your high beams to illuminate the eyes of a deer on or near the road. If you see a deer, the OPP suggests you slow down and blow your horn
Read More