The Sarnia Lambton United Way campaign has hit the $1.5-million mark.
Executive Director Dave Brown says that represents about 78 per cent of the $1.92-million objective. He says the campaign continues to run about a week ahead of last year's pace.
The United Way of Sarnia-Lambton funds 22 member agencies which provide 35 programs and services to area residents.
Chatham-Kent residents are showing a high level of interest in the upcoming election.
The Bank of Canada held the interest rate at 2.25 per cent.
Environment Canada has issued an Orange Air Quality Warning because smoke from the wildfires in northwestern Ontario are expected to move into the Chatham-Kent and Windsor area later on Wednesday.
The majority of Ontarians say the increase in gas prices this summer has put a crimp in their summer plans, according to a new survey.
The U10 Cougars will play in the Ontario Summer Football League 'A' Division championship this Sunday at York University.
The American League shut out the National League 4-0 in the MLB All-Star Game Tuesday night.
