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Beach volleyballers strike gold
Journal Staff Two local teens have struck provincial gold at the Ontario Beach Volleyball championship in Toronto.
Letters, week of Aug. 14
City sign bylaw is ridiculous Sir: I would like to comment on the July 29 article regarding Matteo’s Pizza, and the bylaw restricting the sign in front of his business. I think the ridiculous bylaw regarding…
Father, son both played third for Sarnia Braves
Brian Maxwell was coaching his 10-year-old son McKenzie when their team, the Courtright Cardinals, won the all-Ontario championship. And here’s the rest of the story.
Race to Erase: putting fun back in fundraising
The co-founder of Race to Erase admits the event born in Sarnia nine years ago has “a lot of moving parts.” But in a nutshell, teams compete in light-hearted challenges throughout the community, all in…
Powerboats a hit
Sunday's international powerboat races were a big hit with crowds on both sides of the St. Clair River. This shot, taken during the time trials, was submitted by reader Laura Austin.
Trattoria recipes passed down through generations
Cooking comes naturally to Antonietta Mele. “It’s second nature to me. I don’t measure anything. I just cook. “It’s just who I am.” Mele has worked in a restaurant kitchen most of her life.
Powerboat festival a roaring success
Even Sarnians who didn’t head downtown for International Offshore Powerboat Races last weekend probably heard them.
Clock ticking on future of Cull Drain Bridge
The Cull Drain Bridge could still be saved and for less money than city hall believes, an historic bridge expert says.
Soccer playoffs loom
Dante Musokotwane, in white, and teammate Gavin Brophy, in gold, sprint ahead of challenger Liam Bone during a Sarnia FC U-9 boys soccer practice at Germain Park. The program semi-finals take place Aug. 22 with…