Melanie Irwin

Melanie has been a broadcast and multimedia journalist in Sarnia-Lambton since 2005. She grew up on a farm in Mt. Brydges and attended Strathroy District Collegiate Institute and Fanshawe College before settling in Sarnia. She is married to her high school sweetheart and is the proud mother of two boys. Email her at mirwin@blackburnradio.com. Follow her on Twitter: @MIrwinCHOKNews

Lambton Shores mayor makes public appeal as summer nears

Bill Weber said it’s not okay for people to be gathering on Lake Huron beaches right now.

Aamjiwnaang orders pot and tobacco shops to close

The new measure, announced by band council Monday, is meant to restrict traffic in the community and help curb the spread of COVID-19.

Lambton College donates beds, equipment to Bluewater Health

Lambton College has stepped up in a big way to help Bluewater Health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Economic partnership supporting local businesses during pandemic

The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership has mobilized to support local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rotary Club surprises Inn with cheque, from a distance

The Rotary Club of Sarnia has decided to donate some unspent funds to The Inn of the Good Shepherd.

City finalizes sale of Bayside Mall lands

After nearly two years, the sale of Sarnia’s Bayside Mall lands has been finalized with the city.

Air Canada grounding flights into Sarnia for good

Air Canada cited declining ridership as one of the reasons to stop flights to Sarnia this summer.

Sarnia council approves pandemic relief including tax deferral

Sarnia council is providing temporary financial relief to residents and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the deferral of property tax payments.

Warwick Township sets up COVID-19 info hub

The Township of Warwick has set up an online COVID-19 hub to provide up-to-date information on municipal services and local businesses.

Chamber CEO steps down

Sarnia-Lambton Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Shirley de Silva has resigned.