As we look back on the week that was, here are our most-read stories:
1. Ontario homeowners are being reminded that new carbon monoxide (CO) alarm rules will take effect on January 1, 2026 under the updated Ontario Fire Code.
The changes expand where CO alarms must be installed in existing homes.
Ontario expands CO alarm requirements starting January 1st 2026
2. Emergency crews were called to an active fire in the 500 block of Talbot Street in St. Thomas early Thursday.
Active fire shuts down 500 block of Talbot Street in St. Thomas
3. The Aylmer Police Service says charges have been laid following an investigation into the alleged assault of an infant.
Male arrested and charged in connection to Aylmer infant assault
4. Police in St. Thomas have charged a 25-year-old man with impaired operation and blood alcohol over 80 mg/100ml after a suspicious vehicle report on Sunday morning.
St. Thomas driver charged with impaired operation after being found asleep at wheel
5. An update to a story we ran on Monday. St. Thomas Police have arrested a city man involved in an armed robbery early Monday morning at a Talbot Street convenience store.
