More calls to slow 402 speed limits near Bluewater Bridge
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Brooke-Alvinston looks at Petrolia Line fix this year
March 30, 2026
The Independent
Brooke-Alvinston Councillor Craig Sanders says its time to fix Petrolia Line the right way.
Petrolia Line from Nauvoo to Sexton Road is part of the municipality’s road network. In the past few years, it has deteriorated with town staff constantly patching holes.
He wants to have staff get some prices ondoing the repairs this year. “I’d like take it out, make sure the gravel is good, and repave it in those areas, because if we don’t save those spots, someone’s going to get hurt.”
Council agreed to take a look at the area, asking the public works manager to investigate what could be done.
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More calls to slow 402 speed limits near Bluewater Bridge
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Black Creek bridge reconstruction starts
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Vacant $392K lot in Wyoming to be sold for sale
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A Canadian celebration in Warwick Township
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