OPP urge drivers to come to a full stop
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Remembering the children of residential schools in Sarnia, Kettle and Stoney Point
October 2, 2025
A sea of orange made its way down Front Street in Sarnia on its way to Paul Blundy Park on Wednesday (Oct. 1) as the Sarnia-Lambton Native Friendship Centre held its annual Every Child Matters March in honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation which was officially commemorated on Sept. 30.
Ceremonies were held across the region including in Kettle and Stoney Point First Nation on Sept. 29. The ceremony included the unveiling of the Every Child Matters quilt which tells the stories of the community in images and words.
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OPP urge drivers to come to a full stop
June 22, 2026
The Independent Lambton OPP and officers across the province want to reinforce the importance of fully stopping at regulated intersections. Rolling stops may appear to save time, police say, but it significantly increases the risk of a collision. “Every time a driver approaches a stop sign, they are making a decision that impacts not only their own safety, but the
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Bright’s Grove library construction expected to start in July
June 22, 2026
Heather Wright/The Independent Construction on the $5.8 million upgrade at the Bright’s Grove Library will start a little in sooner than expected. And that means the Gallery in the Grove will close Saturday. Since 2017, Lambton County, which provides staff and operates the library, and the City of Sarnia, which owns the building, have been talking about expanding the library.
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One scrappy Hometown Hero
June 22, 2026
Blake Ellis/The Independent The young man they call the P-Town Scrapper was among four people honoured by the Toastmasters of Petrolia as Hometown Heros. Cathy Tong presented the awards to four people whose dedication to the community and volunteerism may not otherwise be recognized. She organized the contest saying she wanted to honour people in Petrolia and area who do
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Community to raise $5M for Grand Bend centre
June 22, 2026
The Independent Lambton Shores council has given the okay to draw up building plans for the proposed Grand Bend Community Centre project. The $15 million centre project was given the green light by council in May with a request for staff to come up with a way to fundraise for some of the cost. Staff suggested, and council agreed, to
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