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What's Happening, week of Jan. 22

WHAT’S HAPPENING What’s Happening events must be open to the public, of general public interest, 60 words or less, and received at least two weeks prior to the event.
Eye in the sky: St. Clair getting a drone for search and rescue

Eye in the sky: St. Clair getting a drone for search and rescue

Cathy Dobson A remote-controlled drone might be the smallest item in St. Clair Township’s $4-million fire department upgrade, but it’s the one getting the buzz.
Regional rail plan to be discussed

Regional rail plan to be discussed

Cathy Dobson Jim Houston is hoping local residents will make tracks to the Sarnia Library Theatre on Jan. 31 to have their say about better rail transportation. “The point is that we can barely get around anymore.

New theft recovery tool

New technology is on the market to help police identify stolen property and return it to its rightful owner. Trace pens are filled with tiny discs about the size of a grain of sand suspended in an acrylic adhesive.

Train petition delivered

Local Liberals intend to make reduced passenger train service in Sarnia a campaign issue in this year’s federal election.

College gala award winners

Lambton College will honour five individuals and organizations on Jan. 29 for their professional, volunteer or philanthropic work. This year’s Distinguished Awards Gala winners are: Norma Cox, The William G.

Canatara Park tree removal

The area of Canatara Park known as Tarzanland will be closed to the public until Feb. 14 to allow for the removal of dead and dangerous ash trees.
City women win lottery

City women win lottery

Two Sarnia women have won the grand prize in the London hospital Dream Lottery, worth $1 million. Mary Anic and Marcy DiMaria split the winning ticket, which was drawn Thursday.
Round Dance: Aboriginal student event invites everyone into the circle

Round Dance: Aboriginal student event invites everyone into the circle

Cathy Dobson Powwows have been held at Lambton College for years as a way for native students to share their traditions and culture.
Floral designer’s business blossoming

Floral designer’s business blossoming

Cathy Dobson Sue Downey is banking on her reputation as a designer with an eye for what’s beautiful and functional to make her new flower business a success. “People in this area know my work.