Watford mourns loss of long-time firefighter
TRAFFIC NOTE: Courtright Line to be closed
August 3, 2023
FROM ENBRIDGE GAS: Enbridge Gas is currently performing constructing on the Dawn to Corunna project in Lambton County.
To accommodate construction, road closures are tentatively scheduled to occur from Tuesday, August 8 to Sunday, August 13, 2023.
Courtright Line (Hwy 80) will be closed between Waubuno Road and Telfer Road, and Waubuno Road will be closed between Courtright Line and Moore Line.
Please note this closure is subject to change based on weather and other factors.
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Watford mourns loss of long-time firefighter
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Milner served the Watford Fire Service for 60 years The Independent Keith Milner is being remembered for his life-long commitment to his community, family and friends. Milner had served as a Watford firefighter for 55 years and the caretaker of the Watford fire hall for another five years before his retirement from the department. He passed away Saturday. In a
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Dream Home lottery to support CEEH redevelopment
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The Legionnaires start fresh after difficult season
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Lambton launches $3.5 million campaign for Stones ‘N Bones Museum
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