Katie Freeman

Katie Freeman is a born and bred Sarnian with a preoccupation for people and culture/art at large. Tackling the big picture and how it relates to the human experience is what keeps her curious. She has an English Lit & Rhetoric degree from the University of Waterloo, a cat, and crippling addiction to fantasy novels.

Articles by Katie Freeman

Why a Sarnia-raised professor is urging universities to protect academic freedom

July 3, 2025

Sarnia-born Kevin Mackay, who describes himself as a holistic thinker, is the author of Radical Transformation: Oligarchy, Collapse and the Crisis of Civilization, Executive Director of Sky Dragon Cooperative in…

A hidden gem: Sarnia’s Lawn Bowling Club offers fun, fitness, and friendship for all ages

March 19, 2025

A local, non-profit organization is looking to start a new sports sensation in Sarnia. The Sarnia Lawn Bowling Club has a century-long history steeped in local lore and aims to…

Sarnia therapist blends storytelling and therapy in children’s book on emotions

March 14, 2025

“I find there is increased pressure and expectations to raise emotionally regulated, emotionally intelligent & communicative kids without giving parents the tools and resources to do so.”

Voter apathy is the demise of democracy

March 4, 2025

Out of 88 thousand registered voters in Sarnia-Lambton, only 50% bothered to turn out to the polls. That figure is only slightly better than the rest of Ontario, where an…

Local landmark goes global: Bridge nominated for international wards

February 7, 2025

Residents are buzzing with excitement as Sarnia Lambton’s own century old Cull Drain Bridge in Brights Grove is nominated for prestigious international awards. The Cull Drain Bridge is nominated for…

Lambton Kent District School Board launches new Technological Education Hub

February 5, 2025

LKDSB is launching a new Technological Education Hub at Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School, providing hands-on training in trades and industry-recognized certifications for students in Grades 10-12.

Local author’s touching memoir explores life with special needs sibling

January 30, 2025

Kylainah Zacharczuk, considers herself a glass child, which is an informal term for someone who grows up alongside someone with a chronic condition. “The book deals with all my past…

YMCA celebrates local youth with $1000 award

January 29, 2025

Sarnia Lambton’s local chapter of the YMCA is hosting the annual Celebration of Youth Awards 2025. The program is aimed to honour local youth, for ages 17-20, where both talent…