George James

At the Marysville High School football game on Thursday night, the Marysville Community Fund distributed $25,000 in grants to local groups and nonprofits. Grants were awarded to various local organizations, including $4,000 to A Beautiful Me for mini assemblies, $3,000 to the Fire Department for thermal cameras, and $5,000 to Marysville High School for a Digital Wall of Fame. The Marysville Lions Club received $3,800 to enhance the military monument at Riverlawn Cemetery, improving accessibility and adding features like a bench for reflection.

Dollar General has reopened in Algonac at 402 Pointe Tremble Road with a new DG Market format. The updated store offers a wider selection of fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables, alongside everyday items at low prices. This new layout aims to make shopping more convenient for the local community. Job openings are available, and applications can be submitted online. The Dollar General Literacy Foundation also offers grants to local schools, libraries, and non-profits within 15 miles of the store.

A suspended Sarnia police officer, Const. Sean Van Vlymen, faces new charges including assault, criminal harassment, animal cruelty, and mischief. Police responded Friday to a dispute involving Van Vlymen, though details are limited to protect the victim. Van Vlymen, 47, was suspended from his duties since August and is now awaiting a court appearance. This follows a previous charge of assault causing bodily harm from an incident in October ’22. Sarnia Police Chief Derek Davis has launched a disciplinary investigation, stressing the commitment to address these issues transparently.