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Council Highlights - November 2, 2022

Wyoming, ON – At its regular meeting on Wednesday, November 2, Lambton County Council:

• Acknowledged students attending Council as a part of Take Our Kids to Work Day. These students joined hosts within the County to learn about the working world and the many ways municipal staff provide services to the residents of Lambton County.
• Received an update from Acting Lambton County Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Sudit Ranade, regarding the current COVID-19 situation in Lambton County.
• Recognized donors...

Oil Museum of Canada hosts Holiday Open House

Oil Springs, ON - Oil Museum of Canada, National Historic Site will be hosting their annual Holiday Open House on Friday, November 18 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Join the Oil Museum of Canada and kick off the start of the holiday season by experiencing the sights and sounds of the Holiday Open House. This fun, family-friendly event includes a self-guided tour of the renovated museum, holiday crafts, snacks, warm apple cider tasting, and a visit with Santa.

While admission to this event is...

Lambton Public Health issues advisory regarding increase in suspected drug-related deaths

Point Edward, ON – Due to recent reports of an increase in suspected drug-related deaths, Lambton Public Health (LPH) urgently reminds those who use street drugs and their caregivers:

• Don’t mix them with alcohol or other drugs
• Don’t use alone
• Know the signs of an opioid overdose
• Carry a Naloxone kit

Signs of an opioid overdose include:

• Difficulty walking, talking, or staying awake
• Blue or grey lips or nails
• Very small pupils
• Cold and clammy skin
• Dizziness and confusion
• Extreme drowsiness
• Choking, gurgling...

Lambton Heritage Museum hosts Holidays @ Heritage

Grand Bend, ON – Lambton Heritage Museum is hosting the PA Day Event Holidays @ Heritage on Friday, November 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Join Lambton Heritage Museum in celebrating the holidays with this festive event for school-aged children. Visit the Museum's historic outbuildings, receive a warm welcome in the Tudhop House, and learn how Lambton's early settlers prepared for Christmas. Crafts and activities will explore holiday traditions brought to Canada from around the world. 

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Lambton County Library is mailing letters to Santa

Wyoming, ON – Lambton County Library is helping give children the opportunity to send a message to Santa Claus this holiday season.

During the month of November, children of all ages are invited to visit their local library and write their letters to Santa. All 25 Lambton County Library locations will provide letter templates during opening hours. The library will mail these letters using Canada Post’s Letters to Santa service, to ensure the letters get to the North Pole before Christmas.

All letters...