Sarnia-Lambton MP Marilyn Gladu says new responsibilities she's taking on in Ottawa position her to advocate for improved passenger rail service. The Conservative member has been named co-chair of the Rail Caucus. Gladu says the parliamentary committee is intended to serve as an interface between all companies involved in rail in the country and MP's. She hopes to be able to advance Sarnia-Lambton's needs. "For the extra line that we need, for the service we need, for the connectivity that we need to the other services in order to get the ridership up," she says. "I think this is an excellent platform to do that from, you get to know all of the people who are the decision makers and to influence in that way." The first parliamentary meeting for the Rail Caucus is March 9. Gladu is also chair of the Standing Committee on the Status of Women.
Read More Local Stories
What to do with your poppy after Remembrance Day ceremonies
20 minutes agoVeteran Len Maynard encourages people to leave them at their local cenotaph, local legion, or on the grave of a veteran.
LaSalle police bust driver going almost three times the speed limit
1 hours agoA driver's alleged need for speed over the weekend got the attention of LaSalle police.
New Windsor Mayor open to banning e-scooters
1 hours ago"Anything we can do to increase the safety of our roadways and pathways for our residents would be the responsible thing to consider," said Fred Francis.
LaSalle police issue warning about 'swap scam'
1 hours agoPolice in LaSalle have asked residents to be watchful after receiving complaints about a suspected scam on Tuesday.
Crash in Essex leads to impaired driving charges
3 hours agoThe Ontario Provincial Police say it happened just after 8 p.m. on 9th Concession Road near Ferris Road in Essex.
Final phase of set up for Bright Lights Windsor starts Thursday
4 hours agoPreparations started last month.