(1/2) Quality news sources should be transparent, not only about their reporting practices, but also about their ownership and funding. Is it clear who owns and runs this website or publication? Is advertising labeled responsibly? Is there a way to contact editors and reporters?

I wish more people would recognize the value of shoe-leather journalism in our society. I'm tired of simple press release rewrites and AI-generated copy now masquerading as journalism. 2/2

New from me: Aamjiwnaang First Nation, federal government, launch groundbreaking initiative to address environmental racism. petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2025/03/07/agr…

In recent weeks, we've noted there have been many journalists barred from covering events, threatened, or had unjust restrictions based on their ability to pose questions to politicians. That's no bueno for democracy. caj.ca/barring-journa…

"The city is sending a message that Sarnia is not interested in people having affordable housing... the message is really worrisome." Defeated Sarnia affordable housing proponent fighting back: petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2025/03/11/def… via The Independent & Cathy Dobson

Whatever it takes: U15 AAA Lambton Jr. Sting playing for Grayson - a teammate fighting cancer petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2025/03/21/wha…

My latest story for the The Independent is about a young man fighting the battle of his life, and the hockey team — and community — that has rallied behind him. Read more here: petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2025/03/21/wha… OFFICIAL Lambton Jr Sting AAA Hockey Club Sarnia Sting ALLIANCE Hockey

UPDATE: Suncor spilled up to 5,000 litres of crude oil ministry says: petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2025/03/28/sun…

This is amazing: Congratulations to the The Independent's Heather Wright on her Canadian Association of Journalists nomination for Community News. The CAJ Awards recognize the best in Canadian journalism with a particular focus on investigative work. More reason to support local, quality independent news.

Agriculture, taxes and trade the talk of second Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong debate: petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2025/04/10/agr… LFA

Check out this week’s issue of The Independent for extensive election coverage and candidate profiles. Here’s mine on local Liberal candidate George Vandenberg:

Canada’s future, affordability and local journalism all part of the final Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong debate: petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2025/04/25/can…

“It’s been a great ride” says the Liberal's Vandenberg after election loss in Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong. petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2025/04/29/its…

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The virtual ceremony to honour the winners of this year's #MediaAwards BEGINS NOW!🏆🎉 RNAO President NP Lhamo Dolkar & CEO Dr. Doris Grinspun 🇨🇦 RN, PhD, FAAN, O.ONT provide opening remarks. Learn about the awards & see the list of winners: RNAO.ca/about/awards/m…

Dr. Doris Grinspun 🇨🇦 RN, PhD, FAAN, O.ONT Lhamo Dolkar Jeffrey Ougler SaultStar Meghan Balogh The Whig-Standard Madeline Mazak The Windsor Star Hamilton Spectator Joanna Frketich Tessie Sanci The Hill Times Tara Jeffrey 106.3 Jet-FM country905fm CTV News Colton Praill CTV National News TVO.me brit weaver Jeyan Jeganathan TVO Today | The Agenda Sabine Reber Laurie Few Masih K Investigative Journalism Bureau Round of applause to all the winners!👏👏🎉🎉 Thank you for dedication to keeping us informed & helping share our voices as nurses & other health professionals. #MediaAwards Dr. Doris Grinspun 🇨🇦 RN, PhD, FAAN, O.ONT Lhamo Dolkar

Olympic figure skater Michael Marinaro and former NHL player Dustin Jeffrey are part of the Sarnia-Lambton Sports Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025: theobserver.ca/sports/local-s…

The Philadelphia Flyers traded for the 12th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft from the Pittsburgh Penguins. With the pick, the Flyers select Jack Nesbitt!

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