Category Archives: Post to St. Thomas News
Heat warning issued for St. Thomas & Elgin County as 30+ degree weather expected all weekend
Due to a prolonged period of hot weather that is expected over the next few days, Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for St. Thomas and Elgin County. Environment Canada reports that temperat...
Jul 02, 2020
Province offering free fishing for 2 weeks beginning July 4th
The province is kicking off the month of July by offering free fishing for a two-week period. Jeff Yurek, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, says it's a great way to enjoy Ontario's ...
Jul 02, 2020
STP provide safety tips following a pair of break and enters in the city
With a steady stream of hot, humid days and nights upon us, St. Thomas Police pass along this home security reminder. With more open doors and windows, it is an invitation for break and enters and an ...
Jul 02, 2020
St. Thomas Transit to resume fare collection July 13th
While St. Thomas Transit has been operating throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been no money coming in through the fare box. That will change starting July 13 thanks to nearly $17,000 in prov...
Jul 02, 2020
SWPH warn residents of public health infractions at Aylmer barber shop
An Aylmer barber shop was forced to temporarily close due to public health infractions. Southwestern Public Health is advising clients of Mario Chirico Barber Shop to consult with their health care pr...
Jul 02, 2020
Elgin County Library now offers curbside pickup
It's not exactly throwing open the doors to libraries in Elgin county but it is a significant step in re-establishing some level of library service in a safe manner. All 10 branches of the Elgin Count...
Jun 30, 2020
Growth in craft breweries results in employment gains
An advocacy organization for Ontario's manufacturing sector says a rise in craft breweries has meant big employment gains in the last decade. A study from the Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturi...
Jun 30, 2020
Free admission to provincial parks on Canada Day
To give Ontario residents the opportunity to explore the recreational opportunities available at provincial parks, there will be no admission charge tomorrow on Canada Day. Jeff Yurek, Minister of the...
Jun 30, 2020
Canada Day this year will be a virtual celebration
For Canada Day tomorrow, St. Thomas Mayor Joe Preston says celebrations will go on, but in a much different way. This year, says Preston, residents will be celebrating the county's birthday in virtual...
Jun 30, 2020
Canada Day: What's open/closed
Tomorrow is Canada Day and here's what's open and closed in St. Thomas and Elgin county. All municipal buildings and offices in both St. Thomas and Elgin are closed tomorrow. All banks and the Real Ca...
Jun 30, 2020
