Archive for the ‘Feature’ Category
Photo feature: and the winner is . . . the Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery
It was a rainy evening Friday but that didn't dampen the enthusiasm for those lining up to see first hand what the new Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery had to offer cultural enthusiasts in Sarnia, the opening being part of First Friday celebrations. Thanks to Kerry Belliveau of Kerry's Klips for some magnificent photography [...]
Sarnia Sting continues to struggle with 4-3 loss to Owen Sound Attack
By DAVE BORODY Photo courtesy Metcalfe Photography The tough times at home continue for the Sarnia Sting. The Sting remained winless on home ice after dropping a tough 4-3 decision to the Owen Sound Attack, Friday night in front of 2,877 fans at the RBC Centrea. The loss dropped Sarnia’s overall record to 1-3-0-1 in [...]
Lambton Children’s Safety Village to develop safety program Village
Children are always taught to be careful. Starting from young ages, they get lessons like "Don't talk to strangers" and "Don't touch the stove." What about all of the information teachers and parents didn't remember to give them? There have been changes in the world and the advances in technology have opened up a whole [...]
Opinion: Harness horse racing, has its time passed?
by Alison Grant There are over 19 horse racing tracks in Ontario. There are over 165 000 jobs related to the industry. Why would the government take out the slots and bring the business to its knees? Mike Watson, long time horse owner and racer, has an answer, “The government had to put slots in [...]
A Realtor’s question: So, how’s the market?
As a licensed Realtor (in addition to my role as Editor and Publisher of LambtonShield.com) it's a common question. "So, how's the market doing these days?" And the best answer I can offer is my explanation that there really is no one single market in the Sarnia-Lambton area. It all depends on location. Yes, location, [...]
Work on latest Habitat home begins in Sarnia with Lambton College as partner
A sod-turning ceremony today (Monday, Oct. 1) marked the beginning of construction of Habitat for Humanity’s fourth home build of 2012 at 272 North MacKenzie Street in Sarnia. The home is being built in partnership with Lambton College and with the support of the staff and students enrolled in programs offered through the College’s [...]
October brings culture with it: First Friday walkabout this weekend
October is the time of year to bundle up with some hot apple cider and perhaps catch the new episodes of your favourite tv shows. But why would you waste the beautiful crisp October weather inside? This Friday (October 5) there will be a chance to experience a monthly cultural walkabout in down town Sarnia [...]
Photo: Tied up at Shell’s Corunna dock
The John J. McCarrick, a 407-foot barge operated by McAsphalt Marine Transportation of Scarborough, Ont., is seen at the Corunna dock of Shell Canada on Sunday (Sept. 30). McAsphalt is a joint venture between Upper Lakes Group, Inc and McAsphalt Industries Ltd.
Sarnia’s nightlife and entertainment weekly rundown from SarniaRocks.com for week of September 30, 2012
LambtonShield.com and Michele Dionne, of SarniaRocks.com, have teamed up to provide our readers with the most accurate, thorough weekly guide to Sarnia’s burgeoning nightlife and entertainment scenes as well as information about charity and other non-profit events. Each week, LambtonShield.com updates its readers with the latest information about what’s happening in and around Sarnia-Lambton. Highlights [...]
Photo feature: SMAA football action Sept. 26
All photos and coverage by Cathie Bell. In SMAA football action last Wednesday night (Sept. 26) Atom division play, the Rob Simrak Magic Realthy Razor Claws defeated the Lanxess Shock Wave in a 22-14 contest. Pictured is Aaron Shanks (#80) of the Lanxess team tipping over the goal post. In other Atom play IPlanet Stitch Inferno retained [...]
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THE SHOW: Kids Funfest, Get The Ball Rolling ’13, Bleeker Ridge, Relay 4 Life and INDIEFEST (Part 4)
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No takers on missing money after 30 days
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Sarnia Ribfest met new challenges this year, went out with a bang raising the bar for the annual celebration of ribs and music
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