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Don't pass on the shot or the flu

Point Edward, ON - Not everyone can protect themselves against the flu, so taking a pass on the flu shot means anyone can pass the flu virus to others, especially to those already at risk of influenza-related complications.

Whether you're a teacher, health-care worker, or welcoming a new baby to the family, everyone has a reason to get the flu shot. What's yours?

FREE seasonal flu shots will soon be available across Lambton County to all Lambton residents at:

• 6 community clinics
• 33 Lambton...

Lambton Public Health searching for dogs that bit man

Point Edward, ON – Lambton Public Health is seeking information about the location of two dogs and their owner following a dog bite incident that occurred around 1:00 p.m. on October 6, 2018 along the Blackwell Trail in Sarnia.

The dogs, described as black border collies with white chests, were seen by the victim walking with their owner on the Blackwell Trail.

If you have any information relating to the location of the dogs and their owner, please contact Lambton Public Health at 519-383-8331 ext....

County's credit rating affirmed at 'AA-/Stable'

Wyoming, ON - S&P Global has again affirmed its 'AA-/Stable' credit rating for the County of Lambton.

In its 2018 review, S&P Global noted the County's 2017 budgetary performance was better than anticipated, with stronger operating margins and after-capital surpluses. It added that it believes the County has a "healthy liquidity cushion" that will allow it to advance its capital needs while maintaining a minimal debt burden through 2020.

"S&P Global's rating validates the effectiveness...

Snow removal brainstorming event

Sarnia, ON - What does a Community that Cares truly care about? Lambton Public Health and the City of Sarnia believe that with winter approaching, neighbours helping neighbours with snow removal is a good place to start.

Support this Community that Cares event and provide your feedback:

Snow Removal Brainstorming Session
Wednesday, October 24, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.
Sarnia Arena, Kiwanis Room,
134 Brock St. S.
Open to everyone

"Our goal is to generate snow removal solutions in Sarnia-Lambton, particularly for...

Council Highlights - October 3, 2018

Wyoming, ON – At its regular meeting Wednesday, October 3, 2018, Lambton County Council:

• Approved the naming of property donated to the County of Lambton by the Lucio and Marilyn Sandrin family of Lambton Shores as "Sandrin Woods" and directed the property to be incorporated as part of the Lambton County Heritage Forest.
• Directed staff to form a steering committee with key local decision makers to identify local priorities and draft recommendations for action to address alcohol and drug use in...