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Lambton Public Health encourages residents to test their well water supply

Point Edward, ON – Lambton Public Health (LPH) is reminding residents with private wells to regularly test their water supply to ensure that it is safe to drink.

Recent high-water levels, flood conditions, and saturated grounds could allow harmful bacteria to enter the drinking water, rendering it unsafe for consumption.

“Testing your well water three to four times a year, as well as after floods helps ensure that bacteria like E. coli is not present in your drinking water,” said Health Protection...

Lambton Public Health searching for dog following bite incident in Sarnia - April 23, 2023

Point Edward, ON – Lambton Public Health is seeking information about the location of a dog and its owner following a dog bite incident that occurred around 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, near the corner of Talfourd and Vidal streets.

The dog is described as a light brownish pitbull/boxer mix with a chain collar and pink leash and was being walked by a female with blonde hair who appeared to be in her 50s or 60s.

If you have any information relating to the location of the dog and its owner,...

New EarlyON website highlights drop-in services in centres across Lambton County

Sarnia, ON - The County of Lambton’s EarlyON Child and Family Centres has launched a new website highlighting drop-in centres for young children and their families across Lambton County.

“This new website showcases the many resources offered through EarlyON Centres,” said Claire Giles, Manager for Lambton’s rural EarlyON Child and Family Centres and Executive Director of North Lambton Childcare Centre. “The website is an important resource to help connect parents and caregivers with the...