Canadian troops say ‘thanks’ for Christmas cards
A Canadian military task force stationed in the Ukraine has written to thank the people of Sarnia for sending the troops hundreds of personalized Christmas cards.
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Week of November 2
1 - Who spent over four years painting the 5,000-square-foot ceiling of the Sistine Chapel? 2 - What former professional hockey player runs a fitness program at Aamjiwnaang for First Nation youths? 3 - The…
They partied late and they partied often at town’s first tavern
Phil Egan In the earliest pioneer days of southern Ontario towns, one of the first buildings to be erected was a tavern. Travellers needed a place to rest, and visitors needed shelter.
GUEST COLUMN: Appreciating kids with autism for their unique contributions
Bob Boulton While cleaning out some old files recently they brought to mind a Christmas that our family enjoyed in 2010.
300-piece poppy sculpture honours Sarnia’s fallen
Cathy Dobson It’s unique. It’s creative. And it respectfully commemorates every Sarnian who gave his life in service to Canada. “I think that’s really special,” said Jim Burgess, president of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 62.
Week of November 2
Happy to be back in ‘Pleasantville’ Sir: Regarding your editorial, ‘Six Things I Love About Sarnia,’ I have a few observations to add. I moved away from Sarnia about 30 years ago and lived in…
Your local community guide to Remembrance Day services
Journal Staff Point Edward and Corunna are getting an early jump on Remembrance Day services this year. The CORUNNA Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 447, will remember and honour veterans with a dinner and awards evening…
Symphony offering Big Band sound
The International Symphony Orchestra is bringing back the sounds of the Big Band era on Nov. 12.
Reborn Celebration of Lights has bounced back bigger
Cathy Dobson A massive dose of community spirit that revived the flagging Celebration of Lights last year is still working its magic.
Retirement home firm buying up downtown storefronts
Cathy Dobson The Oakville-based company that intends to redevelop Bayside Centre into an assisted living retirement residence has purchased three buildings on Christina Street between George and Lochiel.