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About 15-25 cm of snow is expected, starting overnight Sunday.

Lambton Public Health is reporting eight new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and four more resolved cases in its daily update Sunday.

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) announced Friday that road tests for passenger-vehicle drivers will resume Tuesday at most DriveTest Centres.

The Leafs lost 2-1 to Montreal and the Wings defeated Nashville 4-2 in NHL action on Saturday.

Team Canada defeated Switzerland 10-0 at the World Junior Hockey Championship Tuesday.

‘Shop local during lockdown’ says Business Development Corporation GM.https://blackburnnews.com//shop-local-lockdown-says-busin/

A COVID-19 outbreak has been declared at the Corporation of the City of Sarnia after five employees tested positive for the virus.

Those who took part in local adult recreational hockey in Lambton County over the past two to three weeks are being urged to monitor for symptoms of COVID-19.

A small Petrolia chocolate shop that makes everything by hand and is only open one day a week, has qualified for the International Chocolate Awards.

Scoreboard, December 26.https://blackburnnews.com//2/12/26/scoreboard-december-26/

Lambton Shores man killed in snowmobile accident. https://blackburnnews.com//lambton-shores-man-killed-snow/

Sarnia police are investigating an early morning break and enter to Brownstones Restaurant.

The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign wraps up on Christmas Eve, and the local agency is making one final push to reach its fundraising goal.

BREAKING: Sarnia police cleared the scene of a search in the area of Devine, Mitton, Proctor, and McGibbon Streets at mid afternoon Thursday. Further information was not immediately available.

Sports schedule, December 25. https://blackburnnews.com//12/25/sports-schedule-december/

Lambton Public Health reported a spike in COVID-19 cases Thursday.

Bluewater Power says it will never ask for your account information over the phone. The message comes with the resurfacing of a familiar scam, mainly targeting the utility’s business customers.

The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario recently made the difficult decision to eliminate 110 roles across the region. https://blackburnnews.com//pandemic-takes-toll-ymcas-work/

Environment Canada issues a snow squall warning for north and east Lambton. https://blackburnnews.com//environment-canada-issue-snow-/

New traffic safety measures are planned at Sarnia’s London Road and Brock Street intersection.

About 400 families in need across Lambton County will be receiving a Christmas hamper, through Petrolia’s Christmas For Everyone campaign.

Two more people have recovered from COVID-19 locally. Lambton Public Health is now reporting 10 active cases.

Toronto FC fell to Nashville SC 1-0 in extra time in MLS playoff action Tuesday night.

The Detroit Pistons take on Washington in NBA Pre-season action Thursday night.

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reporting a significant methamphetamine seizure at the Blue Water Bridge.

Sarnia-Lambton municipalities get additional $3.2M in COVID relief funding from province.

COVID-19 has forced Sarnia-Lambton Rebound to postpone the February 2021 Hearts for Youth Gala, but that isn’t stopping the youth organization from spreading some cheer this holiday season.

The Ontario Hockey League is now hoping to start the 2020-21 regular season on Thursday, February 4.

The Pistons and Raptors bolstered their backcourts in the 2020 NBA Draft Wednesday night.

Firehouse Subs is celebrating its much-anticipated arrival in Sarnia this week by giving back to the local community.

Warwick Township has named its Senior of the Year for 2020.

Lambton College has again been recognized for its strength in research and innovation.

ICYM yesterdays community update .... MOH Dr Sudit Ranade talked about travelling for the holidays, and working from home as restrictions tighten. If you missed any past interviews you can listen again at chok.com

The Sarnia Sting's Jamieson Rees is one of 46 players invited to Team Canada's World Junior Selection Camp.

Noelle's Gift has donated $14,000 to Lambton’s Student Nutrition Program.

Lambton Public Health reported two more recovered cases of COVID-19 Wednesday night, dropping the active caseload down to one.

The province's police watchdog is now investigating after a driver fled from officers in Strathroy-Caradoc, resulting in a two-vehicle crash that sent one person to hospital.

Sarnia’s mayor is concerned travel from outside the community could lead to a spike in local COVID cases.

Global Donuts recently raised $3,000 through the sale of special donuts for two Sarnia-Lambton organizations.

Toronto FC fell to NYC 1-0 in MLS action Wednesday night.

Sarnia council’s entire six-member Communities in Bloom committee is retiring at the end of its term December 1.

The City of Sarnia wants to know which voting method you prefer in advance of the 2022 municipal election.

Sarnia-Lambton's COVID-related death toll is now at 27.

UPDATED: A 70-year-old Sarnia woman is in London hospital with serious injuries following a two-vehicle crash at Wellington Street and Brock Street early Tuesday afternoon.

Lambton-Kent school board fills trustee vacancy.

Another step has been taken toward construction of a new Catholic elementary school in Sarnia’s north end.

Lambton Public Health reported one more confirmed case of COVID-19 Tuesday night, resulting in two active cases.

Sarnia residents devoured over 44,000 Tim Hortons smile cookies this year, with proceeds from the campaign supporting Pathways Health Centre for Children.

Upgrades to the Petrolia Water Treatment Plant in Bright’s Grove are complete at a cost of $8.1 million.

Sarnia police say a 70-year-old woman was transported to London hospital with serious injuries following a crash involving two SUV’s in the area of Brock and Wellington Streets.

A 31-year-old Sarnia man is charged with drug-impaired driving after a bizarre incident on Saturday in which a man was seen and heard yelling obscenities at a London Road bank.

The head of Bluewater Health is stressing the importance of maintaining favourable COVID-19 numbers in Sarnia-Lambton.

Petrolia & North Enniskillen Fire Department had a busy Thanksgiving weekend, which included two motor vehicle crashes and an elevator rescue call.

The Town of Petrolia has announced the winners of the town’s first ever pumpkin carving contest.