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Historic settlement for boundary adjustment compensation 'a solid first step on the path to prosperity' - Central Elgin Mayor Andrew Sloan
After losing hundreds of acres of farmland to the City of St. Thomas for its new industrial park, the Municipality of Central Elgin today (F...
14h ago
Catered food not the cause of concern following group of gastrointestinal illnesses among Parkside staff
Southwestern Public Health has provided an update after almost half of the nearly 100 faculty who attended a catered staff event at Parkside...
15h ago
Community spotlight: Construction begins on Hospice of Elgin providing end-of-life care in a cottage-like setting
Construction is now underway on Elgin county's first hospice. Hospice of Elgin will be a 17,000 sq. ft. facility located on a scenic overvie...
16h ago
Collision with hydro pole closes portion of Wellington Street
A single vehicle collision overnight Thursday has resulted in the closure of a portion of Wellington Street. St. Thomas Police are asking th...
22h ago
City of St. Thomas encouraging an Earth Day Cleanup Monday
Earth Day is coming up on Monday and the City of St. Thomas is helping you get prepared! They've compiled a list of cleanup locations for lo...
22h ago
"Understanding Eating Disorders" online workshop open to TVDSB and LDCSB families
Coming up Tuesday, April 23rd, our local school boards are hosting a virtual workshop aimed at parents and caregivers seeking insights into ...
23h ago
The 48: Don't miss these events in St. Thomas and Elgin County!
Good Morning St. Thomas-Elgin! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around the region over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO! Acoustic ...
Apr 19, 2024
Elgin OPP investigate Central Elgin crime spree
Elgin OPP responded to several reports of vehicle entries Monday morning in Central Elgin. Vehicles on White Tail Path, North Valerie Street...
Apr 18, 2024
M&M Food Market St. Thomas reopens for curbside pickup
Some great news for M&M Food Market in St. Thomas as they've now been cleared to offer curbside pickup! The local franchise was forced t...
Apr 18, 2024
OPP arrest 14 suspects after $739,000 was swindled from 126 grandparent scam victims
Ontario Provincial Police say that Project Sharp, an interprovincial investigation into a so-called 'grandparents scam' that targeted senior...
Apr 18, 2024
LSTAR reports "a highly balanced real estate market" in March
The latest housing numbers are in from the London and St. Thomas Association of Realtors who saw home prices rise in March. LSTAR notes that...
Apr 18, 2024
OPP issues warning on paving and construction fraud ahead of spring
As the warmer months draw near, the Ontario Provincial Police is cautioning residents about a concerning trend in paving and construction fr...
Apr 18, 2024
Sunset Drive blaze deemed suspicious
St. Thomas firefighters were called out to a fire early Wednesday morning on Sunset Drive, just west of the Wellington Road roundabout. They...
Apr 18, 2024
Prepare for more pain at the pump
The president of an advocacy group says the cost of gas at Ontario pumps will increase to a level the province has not seen in nearly two ye...
Apr 18, 2024
Spring leaf and yard waste collection goes next week in Aylmer
Spring leaf and yard waste collection throughout the Town of Aylmer is taking place next week. From April 22nd through 25th, yard waste will...
Apr 18, 2024
The 48: Don't miss these events in St. Thomas and Elgin County!
Good Morning St. Thomas-Elgin! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around the region over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO! Tech Talk...
Apr 18, 2024
Community Spotlight: Support our young entrepreneurs at the Chamber's 'Youth Market' this Friday
A number of young entrepreneurs in our community have been working diligently as they prepare for Friday's 'Youth Market' taking place at th...
Apr 17, 2024
'Come Try Ringette' at a free session hosted by the St. Thomas Ringette Association
If you've ever thought about signing yourself or your child up for ringette, an event hosted at the East Elgin Community Complex later this ...
Apr 17, 2024
Highway reopens following fatal collision on the 401 Tuesday
One person has died following a two-vehicle collision Tuesday afternoon on the 401 at Col. Talbot Road. Emergency crews responded to the sce...
Apr 17, 2024
The 48: Don't miss these events in St. Thomas and Elgin County!
Good Morning St. Thomas-Elgin! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around the region over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO! The St. T...
Apr 17, 2024
2024 federal budget to provide 'generational fairness' to younger Canadians - Chrystia Freeland
The federal budget was tabled Tuesday with the Liberals intent on spending 8.5-billion-dollars on housing initiatives. Finance Minister Chry...
Apr 16, 2024
Tickets still available for Saturday's Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni vs STPS charity hockey game
A charity hockey game benefiting CMHA Thames Valley Addiction & Mental Health Services will take over the Joe Thornton Community Centre ...
Apr 16, 2024
Community Spotlight: Bid farewell to Winter at Horton with the market's first themed morning of the year- Maple Fest!
Winter at Horton is set to wrap up this Saturday following another successful season. But before staff say goodbye and get ready for regular...
Apr 16, 2024
Construction to begin Monday on the widening and extension of Highbury Avenue
A heads up to commuters as beginning Monday in St. Thomas, construction is set to kick off on Highbury Avenue. This will see the extension a...
Apr 16, 2024
Answering job ad leads to theft of intimate photos and extortion threat against Aylmer victim
An Aylmer resident is the victim of a double shot of fraud and extortion. In the process they are out almost $4,500. They responded to a Fac...
Apr 16, 2024
Aylmer Police investigating transport truck theft
Aylmer Police have an over-sized theft on their hands. Last week, someone stole a 2016 Peterbilt 389 transport truck from a parking lot on J...
Apr 16, 2024
Electronics Drop Off event in celebration of Earth Day goes Saturday in Aylmer
An Earth Day Electronics Drop Off event is coming up this weekend in Aylmer- giving you the perfect excuse to get rid of those unwanted item...
Apr 16, 2024
The 48: Don't miss these events in St. Thomas and Elgin County!
Good Morning St. Thomas-Elgin! Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around the region over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO! Tuesday T...
Apr 16, 2024
Community Spotlight: April is 'Be a Donor' month- have you registered?
April is Be A Donor Month in Ontario and the Trillium Gift of Life Network is hammering home the importance of registration. ICU doctor and ...
Apr 15, 2024
M&M Food Market in St. Thomas remains closed to customers following motor vehicle incident
*An update to this story can be found here Staff at M&M Food Market in St. Thomas are eager to welcome customers back to their store fol...
Apr 15, 2024