Petrolia Sky one step closer to development
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Warwick opens early for people who work out-of-town
September 14, 2025
The Independent
Warwick Township residents will have a little more time to do their business at town hall.
Township council has agreed to extend the opening hours of the municipal office on Nauvoo Road.
Trevor Jarrett, Treasurer/Deputy CAO for the township says staff already arrives at 8 am to start their work day. Most spend time answering emails and arranging their work schedules. But he suggested, and council approved, opening the office doors at 8 am.
“People who are working out of town have that extra half hour we can accommodate, and they can do their business on more friendly terms for them.”
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Petrolia Sky one step closer to development
May 24, 2026
Heather Wright/The Independent Petrolia has given the green light for Lambton County to ink a deal with the developers of Petrolia Sky subdivision. But it will take a lot of coordination and time before any shovels are in the ground. May 12, Petrolia council gave Lambton County planning staff the okay to draw up a subdivision agreement for Petrolia Sky,
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Bkejwanong to remain in Sarnia-Lambton riding name
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Highway 21 closed through Grand Bend for major fire
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Oil Springs receives $81K for recreation project as Alix Foundation grants awarded
May 22, 2026
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