The Sarnia Lambton United Way campaign continues to run ahead of last year's pace.
Executive Director Dave Brown says they're nearing the $1.5-million mark.
$10,000 was raised at the Locally Lambton Dinner over the weekend.
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The campaign goal this year is $1.92-million.
The United Way funds 22 member agencies providing 35 programs and services to area residents.
A new community-wide competition, Hometown Showdown, is highlighting U18 sports teams.
The local initiative, formerly known as the Cinderella Project, provides lightly used formal wear for those between the ages of 13 and 24, free of charge.
Provincial police are stressing the importance of stopping for school buses after a 75-year-old St. Clair Township resident was charged during a safety initiative.
The Sarnia Sting suffered a 6-3 loss to the Kitchener Rangers in OHL action Wednesday night.
A recent report found the cost to feed a family of four in Lambton County was approximately $1,197 per month ($275 per week).
The Toronto Maple Leafs lost 4-3 in a shootout to New Jersey Wednesday night for their fifth loss in a row.
