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 April 24

UFO sighting corroborated Editor’s note: An April 10 Journal article on UFO sightings over Sarnia referred to mysterious red and white lights witnessed by four people near Lansdowne Park the night of March 30.

Apr 23, 2014 3:18 AM Read more >

COLUMN: Good names, bad names - you know we've had our share

“The Lambton INN is out. The Lambton College Residence & Event Centre is in.” So begins the optimistic news release from Lambton College in February announcing the facility had been renamed.

Apr 21, 2014 1:21 AM Read more >

GUEST COLUMN: Think big on Centennial Park design

David Lavender Because quality of life is elevated by intelligent design, Sarnia should offer an open competition for the redesign of Centennial Park.

Apr 18, 2014 4:03 PM Read more >

OPINIONS: Readers respond to 'Six things we love about Sarnia'

An April 10 “Six things I love about Sarnia” column evidently touched a nerve. Responses came from dozens of readers, including a travel expert, a Caribbean yachter and one strict grammarian.

Apr 18, 2014 3:00 AM Read more >

COLUMN: Sarnia needs its own museum

Ottawa gave the City of Windsor $2 million toward a $6.2-million community museum last week.

Apr 16, 2014 7:00 AM Read more >

What's Happening, Week of April 17

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. Please include ticket prices, if any, and where to obtain more information.

Apr 16, 2014 2:00 AM Read more >

GUEST COLUMN: There needs to be a better way

Editor’s Note: A homeless shelter operated by River City Vineyard has been ordered closed by June 15 because it breaches Sarnia’s zoning bylaws. The church and its pastor, George Esser, are appealing the Superior Court decision.

Apr 14, 2014 1:33 PM Read more >

Six things I love about Sarnia

Sarnia often gets kicked in the teeth, and frankly I’m sick of it. I tire of the naysayers and Internet trolls who run the city down at every opportunity. If they got out more they’d realize just how good we have it.

Apr 8, 2014 2:00 AM Read more >

LETTERS, week of April 3

Church shelter closure angers reader Sir: I am angered and appalled at the hardline position of certain Sarnia council members regarding the plight of River City Vineyard church in its desire to provide sanctuary and shelter to our city's homeless.

Apr 1, 2014 1:15 PM Read more >

OPINION: Emotional intelligence a key to success

As a consultant to the UN for the past seven years, I have had the privilege of serving many leaders and teams around the world.

Apr 1, 2014 1:11 PM Read more >