George James

Construction has begun on the Trillium Villa Nursing Home in Sarnia, a 160-bed long-term care facility supported by Ontario’s Construction Funding Subsidy top-up program. The project will replace an older 152-bed home, adding eight new and 152 redeveloped beds, and is set to open in mid-’26. The modern building will include air conditioning, five resident home areas with dining and activity spaces, a chapel, café, beauty salon, and gardens.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Authorities in St. Clair County arrested a Lynn Township woman after a major drug bust last week. The county’s Drug Task Force, with help from the Special Response Team and K9 Brock, seized meth, cocaine, mushrooms, ecstasy, ketamine, and other substances during a search. Police also found drug sales materials. Theresa Doering, 38, faces multiple felony charges, including intent to deliver narcotics and maintaining a drug house. Her bond was set at $15,000.

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A 67 year old Bay City resident and beloved grandmother named Beth, known for her holiday kindness, is getting her dream Christmas gift this December. Thanks to her granddaughter Shelbi and Jeremy Bloom’s Wish of a Lifetime, a charity through AARP, Beth will visit New York City to see the Rockettes and enjoy the season’s magic. Beth, a local hero, volunteers at school events, organizes community Thanksgiving dinners, and bakes treats for families in need. Her generosity even extended to sponsoring a family’s Christmas gifts.

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The St. Clair County community is mourning the unexpected loss of Corrections Deputy Gary Weiss, who passed away Tuesday afternoon. Deputy Weiss, known for his warm smile and dedication, began his career with the Sheriff’s Office in ’05, serving at the Detention and Intervention Center. His absence leaves a significant void in the local law enforcement community. Funeral details will be announced soon, and the Sheriff’s Office asks for thoughts and prayers for Weiss’s family and coworkers during this difficult time.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet