As we look back on the week that was, here are our most-read stories:
1. After more than seven decades as a staple of the St. Thomas community, Canadale Nurseries Ltd. will close at the end of the 2027 gardening season.
The Intven family announced the decision in a media release on Thursday, saying the closure reflects the natural evolution of the long-standing family business.
BREAKING: Canadale Nurseries to close following 2027 gardening season
2. St. Thomas Police have laid multiple charges following an intimate partner violence incident at a north-end residence.
Suspect found hiding in attic following intimate partner violence incident in St. Thomas
3. Residents across Southern Ontario felt the ground shake late last night as a small earthquake rippled through the region.
Police note that following an investigation, officers determined that the firearm, used in the incident on January 20th, had been left accessible by one of the parents of the youths.
5. Elgin County Council has approved its 2026 Business Plan and Budget, including a modest tax increase for residents.
Elgin County passes 2026 budget focused on roads, services, and growth
