Category Archives: Post to St. Thomas News
SPCA offering free online educational series
For those struggling to come up with ways to entertain their kids while also implementing some educational aspects, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has you covered. They are offering a free online...
Mar 26, 2020
COVID-19: Caring for your pet
You are at home self-isolating to the best of your ability only to find out your beloved cat or dog needs medical attention more than you do. What is the proper protocol to follow in seeking help for ...
Mar 25, 2020
St. Thomas playgrounds now closed to the public
With an increased stress on the need for social distancing to help combat the spread of COVID-19, St. Thomas is now closing all of its playgrounds including the skate park and the dog park. Mayor Joe ...
Mar 25, 2020
2nd confirmed COVID-19 case in Elgin
Elgin county has recorded its second confirmed case of COVID-19 today (Wednesday). A female in her 30s is self-isolating after coming in close contact with an infected individual. To handle the increa...
Mar 25, 2020
COVID-19: Trudeau announces Canada Emergency Response Benefit plan
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the Canada Emergency Response Benefit for anyone who loses income because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Trudeau says they will provide up to $2,000 a month for ...
Mar 25, 2020
COVID-19: Farm Credit Canada talks about federal boost of $5 billion and what it means for local farmers
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently announced additional support for farmers amid the COVID-19 pandemic. We spoke with John Geurtjens Vice President of Farm Credit Canada Ontario, a Crown corporati...
Mar 25, 2020
LCBO to be closed Mondays, reduce hours
The LCBO will remain open as an essential service but some changes are on the way. The Liquor Control Board of Ontario announced that all stories will be closed on Monday's moving forward. They say th...
Mar 25, 2020
City implements free transit in response to COVID-19 pandemic
Effective immediately, St. Thomas Transit is offering a free service for city residents in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Justin Lawrence, director of environmental services, says buses are runnin...
Mar 25, 2020
Individual with COVID-19 now hospitalized
The individual confirmed yesterday (Monday) as Elgin county's first confirmed case of COVID-19 was admitted to hospital Monday evening. After all precautions were taken, the man was transported by amb...
Mar 24, 2020
Ford announces residents will pay off-peak hydro rates for the next 45 days
Premier Doug Ford announced today (March 24) the cost of electricity for all residents, small businesses and farms in Ontario will be held at off-peak rates for the next 45 days. Ford says they recogn...
Mar 24, 2020
