BlackburnNews.com File PhotoThe building pace in Sarnia has surged ahead of last year's in a positive economic sign for the city.
Construction totals until the end of August stood at over $63-million, compared to about $51-million at this time last year.
Some homeowners had deep pockets
12 building permits for new homes were issued in August, six of which were worth $275,000 or more.
That helped pushed the year to date total to 78 homes, 30 fewer than were being built at this time last year.
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.
