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This week's trending stories on stthomastoday.ca
As we look back on the week that was, here are our most-read stories: 1. The City of St. Thomas is taking another shot at breathing life bac...
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St. Thomas man charged after distributing intimate images
A 28-year-old St. Thomas man turned himself in to St. Thomas Police on Wednesday after an investigation earlier this month. He had been char...
May 22, 2026
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OPP advise that many motorists are ignoring road safety rules
Ontario Provincial Police say more than 8,000 charges were laid on OPP-patrolled roads during Canada Road Safety Week, which ran from May 12...
May 22, 2026

The St. Thomas and Elgin County 48
Here's what's going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours. Today: Baby Storytime is being hosted at St. Thomas Public Lib...
May 22, 2026

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Pinafore Park to host annual Walk for Alzheimer's on May 31st
The Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners is once again inviting the community to come together in support of local families affected by deme...
May 21, 2026

Person safely pulled from Lake Erie after OPP response near Port Bruce
Ontario Provincial Police have shared that an individual was safely rescued from Lake Erie last week after a response in the Port Bruce area...
May 21, 2026

St. Thomas invited to Re-Grand Opening Party at Harvey's and Swiss Chalet
A big celebration is planned in St. Thomas this weekend as Harvey's and Swiss Chalet host their re-grand opening event on Saturday, May 23rd...
May 21, 2026

OPP promote boating safety this summer
The Ontario Provincial Police are urging boaters and paddlers to wear lifejackets following new data on marine fatalities. Over the past 10 ...
May 21, 2026

Tornado confirmed in Belmont area
The Northern Tornadoes Project has confirmed that a tornado touched down in the Belmont area during Tuesday's storm. The tornado was reporte...
May 21, 2026

The St. Thomas and Elgin County 48
Here's what's going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours. Today: Tech Talk returns to the St. Thomas Public Library and ...
May 21, 2026

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Local mom builds momentum in Super Mom Contest thanks to community support
A St. Thomas mom is continuing to gain momentum in a national competition, thanks in large part to strong community support. Lindsay Payne, ...
May 20, 2026

St. Thomas crews continue cleanup after Tuesday's storm
Crews with the City of St. Thomas are continuing cleanup efforts after a severe weather system moved through the region Tuesday, causing wid...
May 20, 2026

Province to extend last call during FIFA World Cup 2026
The Ontario government is extending alcohol service hours across the province during the FIFA World Cup 2026, allowing licensed bars and res...
May 20, 2026

Four teens arrested in St. Thomas jewelry store break-in and theft
Four teens from the GTA were arrested Monday evening after a break-in at Muscat Jewelers on Talbot Street. Just before 6 p.m. St. Thomas Pol...
May 20, 2026

The St. Thomas and Elgin County 48
Here's what's going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours. Today: The Teen Advisory Board at the St. Thomas Public Librar...
May 20, 2026

What's Good in St. Thomas-Elgin? Port Stanley Festival Theatre launches new summer season May 27
With opening night just around the corner, time is running out for theatre lovers to lock in a subscription for the upcoming summer season a...
May 19, 2026

Local splash pads open for summer just in time for hot weather
As temperatures climb across the region under a Heat Warning, local families looking for a way to cool off now have several options availabl...
May 19, 2026

Elder abuse investigation leads to charges in Aylmer
A 32-year-old Aylmer woman is facing charges following an investigation by the Aylmer Police Service into an alleged case of elder abuse. Po...
May 19, 2026

City council urged to adopt vacant building bylaw
St. Thomas Fire Chief Dave Gregory is asking city council to approve the establishment of a vacant building registry bylaw. The call comes a...
May 19, 2026

St. Thomas introducing new Walking Soccer program
A new way to stay active and connected is coming to St. Thomas with the launch of a Walking Soccer program at 1Password Park. The low-impact...
May 19, 2026

The St. Thomas and Elgin County 48
Here's what's going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours. Today: Take in Storytime at the St. Thomas Public Library on T...
May 19, 2026

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Imagining new life for the Wellington Block
The City of St. Thomas is taking another shot at breathing life back into a stately downtown structure dating back to 1898. City Manager Lis...
May 18, 2026

Victoria Day: Coverage update for May 18th
Our team at My Broadcasting Corporation hopes you have an amazing Victoria Day. Please note that our News Department is off on Monday, May 1...
May 18, 2026

Roadwork completed, clear sailing to Main Beach in Port Stanley
Just in time for the unofficial start to summer. Less than a month following a funding ceremony, the first phase of flood mitigation work on...
May 17, 2026

This week's trending stories on stthomastoday.ca
As we look back on the week that was, here are our most-read stories: 1. Second Line, between Magdala Road and Mill Road in Southwold Townsh...
May 16, 2026

Busy border weekend ahead: CBSA shares travel tips
The Canada Border Services Agency is reminding travellers to prepare ahead of the busy Victoria Day long weekend to help ensure smoother bor...
May 15, 2026

Victoria Day: What's open and closed in St. Thomas-Elgin
The Victoria Day long weekend is here, marking the unofficial start of summer across Ontario, with the warm weather expected to arrive just ...
May 15, 2026

The St. Thomas and Elgin County 48
Here's what's going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours. Today: Join Melina Ladouceur on Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the VON...
May 15, 2026

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Fireworks to light up Port Bruce this long weekend
If you're mapping out your long weekend plans, here's a bright addition to your itinerary - a free fireworks show in Port Bruce! The Malahid...
May 14, 2026

St. Thomas Kinsmen fireworks sale returns ahead of Victoria Day
With the May long weekend on the horizon, the Kinsmen Club of St. Thomas is back with its largest fundraiser of the year. Their 48-foot-long...
May 14, 2026


