Police Watch

Who knew that I would agree with Bill Dennis on anything? But then, even a broken clock is right twice a day. The idea of a comprehensive analysis of the…

Councillor Bill Dennis’ withdrawn motion revealed how difficult it has become in Sarnia to openly debate policing costs and priorities.

Sarnia’s proposed $91-million police headquarters has sparked a rare clash between the mayor, city council, and the police board. But the deeper question may be whether the city is adopting…

A look back at newspaper coverage from March 1955 when Sarnia unveiled its new police headquarters, including photographs, articles, and advertisements that captured the moment.

As Sarnia council prepares to debate a study on OPP policing, this article explains how policing models work in Ontario and how municipalities make the change.

The Sarnia City Council will debate a formal request to review the feasibility of switching to Ontario Provincial Police services to avoid a looming $120 million capital expenditure. The motion…

In Nathan's latest column, he confronts a legal threat from the Sarnia Police Service following a retraction, arguing that the department is using public funds for high-priced lawyers while fast-tracking…

The Sarnia Police Service Board has extended the employment contract of Chief Derek Davis to 2032. Davis has served as chief of police since May 2022. Prior to joining the…

A local resident calls for an end to the ongoing debate over Sarnia’s new police station by suggesting a referendum to let the community decide the project's future.

The Conseil scolaire catholique Providence has confirmed it was aware of a police investigation involving a staff member at École secondaire catholique Saint-François-Xavier as early as February 11, 2026. This…