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Renovations spike in Wellington North

Wellington North is reporting a busy building year despite Covid 19

Chief Building Official Darren Jones says he is is seeing a real spike in home renovations such as decks and pools. He said the number of new homes is down a bit.

To the end of July, 139 permits were issued worth almost $23-million.

The ten-year average for that same period is 141 permits worth $18.5-million.

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Upgrades completed at the blue rink at Clearwater Arena. October 3, 2025. (Photo courtesy of the City of Sarnia)

Scoreboard, Nov 15

The Leafs wrapped up a historic, winless 0–6–0 homestand with a 1–0 shutout loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

Province providing Family Service Kent $586K

The funding will be used to expand the organization's Senior Trustee Program, which provides trusted, practical financial support to seniors experiencing cognitive decline, isolation, or financial vulnerability.

Detail blue line with puck on ice hockey rink. © Can Stock Photo / fotoduki

Scoreboard, Nov. 14

Loads of local hockey action, and Canada punched a ticket to the semis of the IIHF Women's World Championship.