The Sarnia Journal

Independent local journalism for Sarnia–Lambton.

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Journal Staff

Journal Staff is the collective byline used for articles credited to The Sarnia Journal newsroom.

Articles by Journal Staff

Expecting a baby this summer?

Parents expecting a baby in June or July can register now for prenatal classes beginning April 26 in Point Edward. The classes run three consecutive Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Weekday evening classes…

Kenwick photo trips memories for many

A photo published in The Journal of teens jiving at a 1956 “rock and roll night” tripped memories for many Sarnians of a certain age. Joyce Williamson, 75, recognized her 16-year-old self standing in the…

‘Boo Boo Balm’ part of natural product line

She’s a problem solver, a single mom, an entrepreneur and a bit of a chemist. Sarnia’s Jen Smith, 34, has spent the last year in her kitchen developing her own line of body care products.

Quilts leave patients in the pink

A group of quilters is providing comfort to women undergoing treatment for breast cancer. The Pink Quilt Project has seen more than 20 local quilters make and donate comfortable blankets to grateful recipients.

River City to appeal court decision

Financial and moral support is arriving from across Canada to help River City Vineyard Church appeal a court decision that shuts down its men’s shelter, says Rev. George Esser.

Letters, Week of April 10

Needless change to insurance agent testing Sir: I’m proud to sell life insurance. I am proud to meet the high standards set in Ontario. I am proud to help families in my community obtain the…

What’s Happening, Week of April 10

What’s Happening events must be open to the public, of general public interest, 60 words or less, and received at least two weeks prior to the event. Please include ticket prices, if any, and where…

Six things I love about Sarnia

Sarnia often gets kicked in the teeth, and frankly I’m sick of it. I tire of the naysayers and Internet trolls who run the city down at every opportunity. If they got out more they’d…

Improving child behaviour

A program for children aged 6 to 8 designed to improve behavior and build self-esteem is being offered by the Learning Disabilities Association of Lambton County.