GenreCon returning May 10
Sarnia’s literary convention for fans of alternative fiction returns May 10. GenreCon is a free event featuring writers of romance, mystery, science fictions, horror and fantasy at the Sarnia Library.
Journal Staff
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Sisters honoured for asbestos work
Two sisters who galvanized Sarnia-Lambton to continue the fight against asbestos exposure have been recognized with an award from the Canadian Mesothelioma Foundation.
Paint vandals strike Somerset Crescent
Vandals went on a spray-painting spree on Somerset Crescent over the weekend. Sarnia Police have received eight reports of damaged property, including a garage, fence and several vehicles that were sprayed with paint sometime overnight…
Local pair share joy of Clarkson Cup win
Two local women hoisted the Clarkson Cup after the Toronto Furies claimed the championship of the Canadian Women's Hockey League.
Sarnia’s longest performing singing group
When you wear flashy suits and sing in four-part harmony you’d think people would pay more attention.
Turning back the hands of thyme
In a greenhouse at Lambton College a team of volunteers is planting a giant crop of weeds. Goldenrod, milkweed, thistle – plants that Ontarians have been trying to eradicate for decades are being seeded, watered…
Family assists others
The Sarnia-based Grant family has been taking clothing, medical supplies and toiletries to various countries in the Caribbean and Central America for many years. Most recently they visited families in Costa Rica and made donations…
Dofasco Male Choir coming to Sarnia
The Dofasco Male Choir will perform in Sarnia on April 27. The famed 50-member choir, which has performed at the Grey Cup, CNE and World Curling Championship, will appear in the 800-seat sanctuary of Central…
IODE recognizes fire service
The IODE has presented Sarnia Fire Rescue Services with its Community Relations Award. Presenting the award here is IODE Sarnia-Lambton municipal chapter citizenship officer Leila Boushy, with, from left, firefighter Jim Rose, Capt.
PHOTO SHOW: Sarnia through the looking glass
One local group is bucking the trend of dwindling interest and volunteer fatigue. The Sarnia Photographic Club is growing at a rate of 10% a year and today has more than 130 active members.