Ontario's new anti-smoking legislation officially kicks in Thursday.
It's now illegal to smoke on bar and restaurant patios, indoor or outdoor.
Lambton Public Health's Kevin Churchill says there will be a transition period, to educate restaurant and bar owners as well as patrons about the new rules.
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Smoking is also now banned at playgrounds and public sports fields.
Environment Canada has announced another heat warning for Southwestern Ontario.
A major Canadian home improvement retailer has provided a Windsor-Essex addiction recovery facility with a generous donation.
The Ontario government has provided a boost to some 400 Royal Canadian Legions across the province.
Jude Bellingham scored a dramatic extra-time winner to send England into the World Cup semifinals with a 2-1 victory over Norway.
Unifor has announced a tentative deal with one of Detroit's "Big Three" automakers.
The Freedom Walk makes its final stops this weekend in Windsor and Amherstburg.
