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From live jazz and student art to beading workshops and Fleetwood Mac tributes, downtown Sarnia will come alive May 3 with the sights and sounds of First Friday.

Apr 30, 2025 · The St. Clair River Run returns June 1 with a brand new half marathon distance, adding even more excitement to this beloved community event. With races for all ages and proceeds supporting local mental health and food security initiatives, this year’s run is shaping up to be the biggest and most meaningful yet.

Apr 16, 2025 · A 56-unit affordable housing project in Sarnia has been delayed by city council and is now headed to the Ontario Land Tribunal, after facing pushback from nearby residents.

Apr 21, 2025 · The Journal has partnered with the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre Sarnia-Lambton to feature their ‘Talk About it Tuesday’ video series, which sheds light on issues impacting the centre and community.

Bryan Cowden, a Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) staffer, crossed the finish line of the 2025 Boston Marathon with a personal best time of 2 hours and 52 minutes—an achievement nearly 13 years in the making.

Oct 25, 2024 · In Nathan's latest column, he highlights how Sarnia’s red tape and outdated mindset hold back small businesses. Drawing on real examples, he calls for a cultural shift to help the city work for its people, not against them.

Apr 29, 2025 · The St. Clair River Run returns June 1 with a brand new half marathon distance, adding even more excitement to this beloved community event. With races for all ages and proceeds supporting local mental health and food security initiatives, this year’s run is shaping up to be the biggest and most meaningful yet.

Sep 7, 2022 · To our readers, advertisers and community: We at The Journal recognize that in order to survive, businesses need to adapt to changing market conditions. It’s been a difficult couple of years for everyone, and the newspaper industry is no exception.

Oct 30, 2024 · Starting in the new year, Sarnia residents will need to drop off their old Christmas trees at a designated site as part of updates to the City’s waste management program, which also includes changes to yard waste collection schedules and curbside pickup zones.