A home under construction in Sarnia (BlackburnNews.com file photo)Construction activity in Sarnia through the first quarter of 2016 has surged ahead of last year's pace. City hall issued 56 building permits in March with a total dollar value of about $7.7-million. The year-to-date total is nearly $14.6-million compared to $8.6-million at this time in 2015. There were 18 permits for single family homes in March for a three month total of 36, more than double the 16 issued last year.
The municipality has not yet identified a preferred solution.
One person has been charged following an assault in Dundalk.
The Toronto Maple Leafs scored four straight goals in the second period to beat Columbus 6-2 in NHL action Tuesday.
Grey Bruce OPP are searching for a witness that they believe may have information regarding a death investigation in Meaford.
Particular attention is being given to toddler care as staff work to manage available spaces.
The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth is shaking up traditional fundraising with a Halloween-themed event aimed at younger generations.
