A Canadian celebration in Warwick Township
Lambton OPP will soon be wearing body-cams
November 7, 2025
The Independent
If you’re stopped by a Lambton OPP officer, don’t be surprised to see a flashing red light on their chest.
Officers will soon wearing body cameras. It’s part of the roll-out of the technology across the West Region.
Body worn cameras are placed on the officers chest. When it is in standby mode there is a green light; it turns red when the device begins recording.
The OPP says officers will complete training before wearing the devices.
“The introduction of body-worn cameras is another step forward in enhancing public trust and transparency. These cameras will support our officers in their duties while reinforcing our commitment to accountability and community safety,” said Inspector Ross STUART, Lambton OPP Interim Detachment Commander in a news release.
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A Canadian celebration in Warwick Township
June 29, 2026
Canada Day came early in Warwick Township as the community celebrated Saturday at Centennial Park. The Kanis sisters were having fun in the bouncy council while Deputy Mayor John Couwenberg was one of the council members cooking up hotdogs for the crowd. Sylvia Nicholson, 5, was dressed up for the occasion as she had her lunch with her grandmother. Wren
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Petrolia shifts some Canada Day events indoors
June 29, 2026
The Independent This week’s extreme heat has prompted Petrolia officials to move some events indoors. Environment Canada has issued a Heat Warning until Friday with temperatures climbing up to 36 C and the humidex values at 45 C. Laurissa Ellsworth, director of marketing, arts and recreation for Petrolia, says because of the high temperatures the schedule has been adjusted. The
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Man drowns off Grand Bend’s south beach
June 29, 2026
The Independent A 67 year-old man has died in Lake Huron off Grand Bend. Lambton OPP were called to the south beach around 2:40 pm Sunday after receiving a call that there was an unresponsive person at the beach. Bystanders found the man in the water and brought him to shore and attempted life saving measures. Paramedics transported the man
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Province to launch licencing app for hunting and fishing
June 29, 2026
The Independent It will soon be easier to purchase hunting and fishing licenses. The Ontario government is launching FishHuntON an online and mobile app in 2027. It will provide about 1.5 million anglers and hunters with new ways to keep track of licences and tags including;
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