From the community

The Opinion section of The Journal is a platform for a diverse range of voices from Sarnia-Lambton. The views expressed here do not necessary reflect those of The Journal or its editorial team.

Letters, week of Sept. 25

Showcasing Sarnia to others Sir: My co-workers at CMHA Middlesex have wondered why I commute from Sarnia to London for work. I compare my travel to that of a Torontonian, or even a Londoner, who takes an hour on public transit to reach the job.

Sep 24, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >

GUEST COLUMN: Names can hurt you

Kelly Dowswell Cruella de Vil … Skunk… Those were just two of the names I got called growing up. But really, when you have not one but two natural white streaks in your hair, it's not all that surprising.

Sep 23, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >

GUEST COLUMN: An amazing trick for hummingbirds

Ginny Schleihauf I stood on Clara’s deck on the outskirts of Sarnia with a bit of doubt. But I thought I should give her the courtesy of waiting a few minutes to see what happened. Clara, whose friends call her “Raz,” claims she feeds hummingbirds.

Sep 19, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >

OPINION: New life for old hospital

George Mathewson Sarnia got rid of a millstone last week when city council agreed to sell the Sarnia General Hospital site to five local investors for $1,000.

Sep 18, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >

Letters, week of Sept. 18

Feds not on hook for health costs Sir: Re: Ron Prior's letter last week. Mr. Prior states that it is beyond him why the Canada Border Services Agency ignored the health risk posed by the arrival of Nigerian students at Lambton College.

Sep 17, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >

OPINION: Dabbling in witchcraft

George Mathewson News that a Quebec man has been charged with falsely practicing witchcraft is a reminder that sorcery and black magic didn’t start and end in colonial Salem, Massachusetts .

Sep 11, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >

Letters, week of Sept. 11

Visiting students pose health risk Sir: Re: Ebola screening at Lambton College First, I wish to compliment our Sarnia Journal writers and staff. Thanks for the local news and events. On reading the Sept.

Sep 10, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >

GUEST COLUMN: Lifejackets only work when worn

Sarah Jones Whether you’re a dedicated weekend boater or a casual Sunday kayaker, there’s enough summer left to take your safety seriously when out on the water. Ken Marion is local boater with 30 years of experience whose favourite spot is the St.

Sep 9, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >

GUEST COLUMN: Toronto soaks up the funding

Bryan Trothen The Ontario government is putting $100 million into rehabilitating Ontario Place, the Toronto waterfront facility that has been closed since 2012 after running up a $15-billion debt because visitors stopped coming and revenues declined.

Sep 4, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >

OPINION: Chronicles of Sarnia, Part 2

George Mathewson The city we call home is the only one on the planet called Sarnia, but people and places with the same name continue to pop up in far-flung corners of the globe.

Sep 3, 2014 1:00 AM Read more >