Many local store owners are noticing an increase in the number of shoplifters.
Sarnia Police Constable Les Jones says numbers spike during the busy holiday season.
He says there are things owners can do to minimize losses.
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Constable Jones says simply greeting customers as they come in can be a deterrent.
On this week's episode of Beyond the Headlines, Josh Boyce talks with Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.
Sarnia Fire Rescue is reminding residents to be aware of bylaws if they plan to set off fireworks over the long weekend.
The Detroit Tigers beat the Toronto Blue Jays, while the Pistons are headed to Game 7
Sarnia Mayor Mike Bradley says local residents, including himself, are growing increasingly frustrated by high gas prices locally.
The City of Sarnia is opening up its compost site for the long weekend to give local gardeners a jump start on their growing seasons.
McDonald's Owner/Operator Colleen Buckley has extended a heartfelt thanks to volunteers who helped accomplished the goal.
