A home under construction in Sarnia (BlackburnNews.com file photo)Construction activity in Sarnia through the first quarter of 2016 has surged ahead of last year's pace. City hall issued 56 building permits in March with a total dollar value of about $7.7-million. The year-to-date total is nearly $14.6-million compared to $8.6-million at this time in 2015. There were 18 permits for single family homes in March for a three month total of 36, more than double the 16 issued last year.
The Sarnia Police Service (SPS) has laid attempted murder and arson charges in a July 9 house fire on Wiltshire Drive.
Minister of Energy and Mines Stephen Lecce stopped by Sarnia's Kel-Gor Limited on Wednesday, July 15, to reiterate the province's commitment regarding the proposed Northern Shield Energy Corridor.
Mark is the Owner, Operator and Head Coach at Sarnia Olympic Taekwondo.
The Bank of Canada held the interest rate at 2.25 per cent.
The celebrations are a way to bring the community together and show support for the local legion and veterans.
The majority of Ontarians say the increase in gas prices this summer has put a crimp in their summer plans, according to a new survey.
