The Sarnia Lambton United Way campaign continues to run ahead of last year's pace.
Executive Director Dave Brown says they're nearing the $1.5-million mark.
$10,000 was raised at the Locally Lambton Dinner over the weekend.
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The campaign goal this year is $1.92-million.
The United Way funds 22 member agencies providing 35 programs and services to area residents.
Environment Canada has ended a yellow rainfall warning for parts of Ontario.
Hanover Police Service arrested a trespasser and ended up seizing drugs from the accused after an incident on July 30.
The Jays opened their home series against the Cardinals with a win off another Dylan Cease gem.
Nine young volunteers aged 11 to 17 spent three days exploring and protecting the Lake Huron coastline during the Coastal Conservation Youth Corps' inaugural program in Grand Bend from July 21 to 23.
An no-swim advisory has been issued for Kelso Beach at Nawash Park heading into the long weekend
Wheat finished lower to end the week.
