Category Archives: Post to St. Thomas News
STEHBA reacts to new non-essential business announcement
The Ontario Home Builders' Association has come out in support of the provincial government's announcement restricting construction only to active sites on the essential businesses list. It's a stance...
Apr 07, 2020
Ontario to provide $200 per child and $250 for special needs youth as part of one time funding
The province of Ontario has announced one time funding for parents and caregivers. Education Minister Stephen Lecce says the government will provide $200 for every child aged 0 to 12 and another $250 ...
Apr 06, 2020
Woman charged with assault after kicking security guard at STEGH
A 67 year old woman has been charged after she allegedly assaulted a security guard at the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital on Sunday. Police report that the woman became frustrated over the pandemic...
Apr 06, 2020
Government sees 240,000 application for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit in first few hours of eligibility
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says whatever your situation is the government is working to get you help. The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) launched today and Trudeau says so far over 240,00...
Apr 06, 2020
COVID-19: Staff member at Walmart Tillsonburg tests positive for COVID-19
A staff member at Walmart Tillsonburg has tested positive for COVID-19. Information on when the employee last worked at this location has not been released at this time. In an email response from Walm...
Apr 06, 2020
COVID-19: Mental health tips
With the COVID-19 pandemic at the top of everyone's newscasts, and social media feeds, myFM has compiled a few things to do to aid people who may be worried about their mental health during this time....
Apr 06, 2020
Sewer systems getting hit hard during COVID-19 pandemic
Clogged sewage pipes are a frustration for any municipality, however it is a costly exercise when the blockage is caused by items believed to be disposable by flushing down the toilet. Such was the ca...
Apr 06, 2020
COVID-19: Cottage goers urged to stay home during pandemic
With spring upon us, the urge for many is to head to the cottage or trailer park. However in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, this is being strongly discouraged by Canada's top health official, Dr....
Apr 06, 2020
Virtual camping for kids at Pearce Williams
With kids stuck at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Pearce Williams is looking to bring a little fun to their day by running camp activities live each day via Facebook and Instagram. Camp Director a...
Apr 04, 2020
All non-essential construction sites ordered to close in Ontario
Premier Doug Ford says if we don't stop the spread of COVID-19 up to 50 people a day or two people per hour could die in Ontario. The Premier says work on hospitals and for transportation will continu...
Apr 03, 2020
