Sarnia

Effort Stepped Up To Replace Burned Out Street Lights

Sarnia and Bluewater Power are working together to ensure burned out street lights are reported and replaced in a timely manner.

Mayor Mike Bradley says a recent Sarnia police survey showed residents are concerned about safety.

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2,000 of about 8,000 street lights in Sarnia have been replaced with longer-lasting LED bulbs.

The rest are to be changed when funds become available.

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New military crosswalk rendering. (Image courtesy of the Sarnia Legion Branch 62)

New military crosswalk in Sarnia to be unveiled

As part of a partnership between the Sarnia Legion Branch 62 and City of Sarnia, an unveiling ceremony will be held at the corner of Christina Street and Wellington Street on Sunday, June 7, at 2 p.m.

Members of the Sarnia Police Service entering a Tashmoo Avenue residence on June 4, 2026. (Photo courtesy of the Sarnia Police Service)

Two men arrested in Tashmoo Ave. standoff

Sarnia police said the investigation began on May 29 after the victim was allegedly attacked by acquaintances at a residence near Tashmoo Avenue and Christopher Drive at Aamjiwnaang First Nation.