As we look back on the week that was, here are our top five most read stories from January 27th to 31st:
1. A $1.3 billion investment by the province for new schools is welcome news for St. Thomas.
Included in Monday’s announcement is word the city will get a second London District Catholic School Board high school, thanks to $41 million in funding.
2. As a result of snowy conditions across Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford and the Red Zone, Southwestern Ontario Student Transportation Services have cancelled all school purpose vehicles for Tuesday, January 28.
3. After launching an investigation following a report of historical spousal assaults and harassment, Elgin OPP have charged a 42-year-old Bayham resident.
OPP charge Bayham resident with spousal assault and forcible confinement
4. St. Thomas will now be looking to fill a vacant seat at city hall with the announcement this morning that Councillor Tara McCaulley would be stepping down.
Councillor Tara McCaulley steps down, leaving vacancy on St. Thomas City Council
5. The need for a new hospital to serve the region “is undeniable.” That’s the message St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital President and CEO Karen Davies will deliver to Elgin county council at its scheduled meeting Tuesday morning.
