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Heat-wave garden watering tips
Praill's Greenhouse shares practical heat wave watering tips: check soil 1 to 2 inches deep, water deeply in the early morning before 10 AM or in the late evening, avoid midday watering, and apply 2 to 3 inch organic mulch. Container plants and shallow rooted crops may need checking or watering twice a day, and many plants that wilt midday often recover by evening.
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Summer electrical system check and panel upgrade alert
L&L Electric warns Sarnia homeowners that extreme heat and nonstop AC can overheat panels and wiring, and recommends a quick system check or panel upgrade. Watch for a faint plastic burning scent, buzzing near your panel, or heavy lights flicker when the AC kicks on, and contact L&L Electric for service.
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Zero-waste grocery and refill shop
Great Lakes Refill Co. is a welcoming zero waste grocery and refill shop at 454 Christina Street in Sarnia, offering package free and low waste pantry staples, cleaning supplies, personal care items, and local food products. Open since 2018, the shop asks customers to bring clean containers or pick one in store and provides staff support to help you start refilling sustainably.
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Battery care for power wheelchairs and mobility scooters
Motion published practical guidance on battery care for power wheelchairs and mobility scooters, outlining six essential steps from installation to responsible disposal. The recommendations cover charging routines, the battery break in period, storage best practices, and safety measures to help keep mobility devices reliable.
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Custom outdoor kitchen and landscaping project
Sipkens Landscaping built a custom outdoor kitchen focused on gathering and cooking, featuring handcrafted stonework, a granite countertop, built in BBQ and smoker, refrigerator, storage, and a pizza oven. Custom fence panels with decorative screens provide privacy and a striking backdrop; the firm thanks repeat clients and the stonemason for their work. This project showcases materials and appliances suited for full service outdoor entertaining.
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Brake service and inspection
If your car is taking longer to stop or making noise when you brake, The Muffler Man recommends a professional brake service and inspection to restore safe stopping power. Find the location nearest you at themufflerman.com/locations/ for diagnostics, pad and rotor checks, and local booking.
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Outage map and 24/7 service notice
Bluewater Power says crews and support are available 24/7 to keep the lights on and directs customers to an outage map for real time status. Visit the outage map at https://ow.ly/eETz50X5gxX for immediate updates from Bluewater Power.
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Modus AIM10 multimedia receiver
DC Car Audio posted a hands on preview of the Modus AIM10 multimedia receiver on 2026-07-03, describing it as smooth, elegant, and responsive. The unit is offered exclusively at DC Car Audio and is available in 10-inch and 7-inch display sizes, positioned as a big visual and performance upgrade for your dash.
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Carquest brake parts availability
Carquest Auto Parts reports that it keeps a full line of Carquest brake parts in stock for most vehicles, so you can complete a full brake job in one visit. Published July 3, 2026, the notice is useful for DIY mechanics and shops planning brake repairs and parts sourcing.
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Indian Road (County Road 29) roadwork announcement
The County of Lambton begins roadwork on Indian Road (County Road 29) in Sarnia on July 6, 2026, with curb repairs, maintenance hole and catch basin adjustments, milling, and paving between Kathleen Avenue and Exmouth Street. Work will take about two months, expect delays and temporary lane closures while through traffic and business access remain open; check LambtonOnline.ca for updates.
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Hydrant flushing and flow testing program notice
The City of Sarnia is running its annual hydrant flushing, valve turning, and flow testing program from late June 2026 to mid July 2026 across several neighborhoods including routes around Highway 402, Colborne Road, Kathleen Avenue, Murphy Road, and Modeland Road. If you see discoloured water during the work, run cold tap water for 10 to 15 minutes until it clears; details are available at www.sarnia.ca/HydrantFlushing.
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2026 Mustang Convertible Raffle
Sarnia Lambton Rebound is running a raffle for a 2026 Mustang Convertible with only 1,500 tickets available and a draw on July 29, 2026. Tickets are moving fast, and you can enter now at the official raffle page to review rules and register.
