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Potential for $3.5B investments in Lambton
February 16, 2025
Tariff threats holding companies back says SLEP leader Heather Wright/The Independent The head of Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership says there are nearly 50 organizations “actively considering” setting up shop here. But Matthew Slotwinski says the potential for massive tariffs from the US government is making companies nervous enough to put their plans on hold. Slotwinski provided his annual report to Lambton
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No cash to help with Petrolia’s feral cats this year
February 16, 2025
Heather Wright/The Independent The Caregivers of Petrolia Ferals won’t be getting a grant from the Town of Petrolia this year.The group requested a $3,000 grant from the town, in a letter to council Feb. 10, which had provided cash to control the feral cat population in the past. In a letter sent to council, the organization said over 275 cats
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Cyclist arrested after fight with Sarnia police
February 16, 2025
Sarnia’s Police Chief says there could have been a very different outcome after police arrested a cyclist Saturday. An officer say a cyclist travelling south on the snow-covered road against traffic. The officer stopped the cyclist to speak with him through the cruiser passenger window. The cyclist tried to pedal away so the officer moved to stop him from moving
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Sarnia police chief wants single point of contact
February 16, 2025
Cathy Dobson/The Independent Sarnia’s police chief is calling for a more co-ordinated approach to help those facing homelessness, addiction and mental health issues. A single point of contact for the public and professionals trying to find shelter and support services for people living rough and seeking detox and medical services is needed, according to Chief Derek Davis. “Even something as
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