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@blackburnmedia.ca. Follow her on Twitter: @MIrwinCHOKNews

Golden Hawk To Be Rededicated This Spring

Planning is underway for a special celebration to mark the rededication of the iconic F-86 Sabre Golden Hawk.

CO Alarm Enforcement To Begin

Sarnia Fire and Rescue Services will start fining people this month who don’t have a CO alarm in their home.

Council Approves Goods and Services Policy

The decision was made despite a plea from councillor Cindy Scholten.

23rd annual Pow Wow held at Lambton College, April 2, 2015 (BlackburnNews.com photo by Melanie Irwin)

College Hosts 23rd Annual Pow Wow (Gallery)

There was a vibrant display of Native Culture at Lambton College Thursday.

World Autism Day

Flags in support of World Autism Awareness will be raised today.

Downtown Sarnia (BlackburnNews.com file photo)

Local Merchants Hope To Capitalize On Bridge Closure

It’s hoped Blue Water Bridge maintenance will have a positive impact on Sarnia area stores.

Catholic Trustee Seat Declared Vacant

Veteran Sarnia-Pt.Edward trustee Michelle Parks says she did not submit her election campaign statement because she had no contributions or expenses to report.

Surprising Court Security Confiscations

Pieces of lawn mower blade, X-Acto knives, cap guns and even beer has been seized in the past year.

MyCancerIQ.ca Launched At Hospital

Area residents are encouraged to use the new digital tool.

Local Support Sought For Bill 45

Community support for Bill 45 – Making Healthier Choices Act is being sought locally.