As we look back on the week that was, here are our top five most-read stories:
1. Following the Oct. 26 municipal election, mayor-elect Jeff Kohler admitted that the composition of the incoming council is somewhat surprising.
“In all honesty, I was shocked that three of them (existing councillors) were replaced, and they are certainly going to be missed around the table.”
2. St. Thomas police are investigating a phone scam reported by a city resident.
St. Thomas Police investigating second Rogers-impersonation scam this week
3. A 33-year-old St. Thomas man is facing additional charges after police say they found suspected drugs during a warrant arrest.
St. Thomas Police seize suspected drugs during Talbot Street arrest
4. With fall settling in, the Municipality of Central Elgin is reminding residents and visitors of several seasonal changes to public facilities and parking.
Central Elgin announces seasonal changes to washrooms, parking and recreational facilities
5. A safety and enforcement initiative targeting e-bike and e-scooter use in St. Thomas has resulted in 16 charges and seven warnings.
St. Thomas police issue 16 charges through e-bike and e-scooter safety initiative
