As we look back on the week that was, here are our most-read stories:
1. A St. Thomas mom is stepping outside her comfort zone and inviting the community to rally behind her as she competes in a national contest.
Lindsay Payne, a single mom of two, full-time Registered Veterinary Technician, and Practice Manager at Imperial Road Animal Hospital in Aylmer, is taking part in the 2026 Super Mom competition, with voting now underway.
2. The Municipality of Central Elgin has introduced a new, reduced-rate seasonal pass to make it more affordable for residents to park in Port Stanley.
3. A 37-year-old man has been charged following a fail-to-remain collision involving a parked vehicle.
4. Four residents of St. Thomas and West Elgin were arrested on April 8, following a robbery earlier this year in West Lorne.
5. A 31-year-old man is facing multiple charges after several people were struck by paintballs in St. Thomas.
Man charged after paintball incident injures three in St. Thomas

