BlackburnNews.com File PhotoSarnia building permits were up in 2015.
A total of 534 were issued last year with a dollar volume of over $73.5-million.
That's up from 530 permits in 2014 worth just over $72-million.
The city issued 29 building permits in December, including one for an addition at Alliance Fabricating Limited on Chester St. worth $1.5-million.
Permits were issued for 124 single family dwellings in 2015, down slightly from the previous year that saw a total of 129 units.
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.
