This year's Sarnia Lambton United Way campaign is nearing the home stretch.
86 per cent of the $1.92-million goal, or $1.66-million has been raised as we start the month of December.
Executive Director Dave Brown says they're hoping to hit the target before the Christmas holidays.
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The United Way funds 22 member agencies providing 35 programs and services to area residents.
Everyone wearing blue will receive $1 off their ticket.
The Leafs wrapped up a historic, winless 0–6–0 homestand with a 1–0 shutout loss to the Edmonton Oilers.
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.
Loads of local hockey action, and Canada punched a ticket to the semis of the IIHF Women's World Championship.
A rare ground stop of U.S.-based aircraft has been lifted.
There was more damning testimony on day four of the Kimberly Price Tilbury murder trial.
