(From L to R) Chief Phil Nelson, event organizer Detective Constable Ken McLachlin and local Torch Run representative Morgan Tyler from the Ministry of Corrections. (Photo submitted by the Sarnia Police Service)(From L to R) Chief Phil Nelson, event organizer Detective Constable Ken McLachlin and local Torch Run representative Morgan Tyler from the Ministry of Corrections. (Photo submitted by the Sarnia Police Service)
Sarnia

Shred-It Event A Success

Nearly 9,000 lbs of documents were shredded during the 12th annual shred-it event in Sarnia Saturday.

City police say 460 people showed up at the Walmart parking lot off Quinn Dr. over four hours.

The purpose of the annual event is to help residents avoid identity theft.

As well over $1,600 was collected for the Special Olympics Torch Run.

The run, done by law enforcement members, helps raise money so special needs athletes can experience acceptance, achievement and admiration through sport.

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Downtown Sarnia 2023. (Blackburn Media file photo)

Man arrested in downtown disturbance

Shortly after 6 p.m. Sunday, Sarnia police responded to reports of a man walking into traffic on Christina Street near Wellington Street, and threatening random people on the sidewalk.

Photo courtesy of Park Lane Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC.

Man wins $25K in dealership draw

To mark the 25th anniversary of Dave Bailey's ownership of Park Lane Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC, the dealership gave away $25,000 in a draw on Friday, June 27.

Canada Day at Canatara Park, 2022. Photo courtesy of the City of Sarnia via Facebook.

Sarnia to show off its Canadian pride

Sarnia's Community Services Coordinator Sean Hanlon said some fan favourites are back this year, including the multicultural food booths, inflatables, the Handmade Market and a hula hoop fun zone.