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2026 municipal election profile: Morgaine Griffin, Central Elgin mayoral candidate
This week we begin our profiles of area candidates running in the Oct. 26 municipal vote. We start with Morgaine Griffin, Ward 2 councillor in Central Elgin, who has filed her papers as a mayoral cand...
2h ago
Aylmer Police investigating alleged roofing scam on Caverly Road
Aylmer Police are investigating after a homeowner on Caverly Road reported an unusual interaction with two men claiming to be roofing contractors. Police say they were called to the residence on Augus...
5h ago
What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Malahide Fire Services recruiting volunteer firefighters with upcoming open houses
Residents interested in serving their community are invited to learn more about becoming a volunteer firefighter as Malahide Fire Services launches its latest recruitment campaign. The department is l...
6h ago
Ontario tightens benefit eligibility, ending social assistance for those without legal status
Ontario is changing social assistance rules so that people without legal immigration status . . . won't be able to receive benefits. The changes specify that people who are in Canada illegally and peo...
12h ago
Middlesex County Connect Route 3 changes take effect today
Middlesex County Connect riders utilizing Route 3 will notice several changes beginning today. The updated route serving Dorchester, London, St. Thomas, and Southwold now includes new stops at Victori...
12h ago
The St. Thomas and Elgin County 48
Here's what's going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours. Today: A Senior Writers' Meetup is taking place on Monday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the St. Thomas Public Library. Are you a ...
15h ago
What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Catholic school board trustee Bill Hall calls time on 40 years of service
For the first time in 40 years, the name Bill hall will not appear on the ballot for Catholic school board trustee in the upcoming municipal election. Although he filed his nomination papers back in t...
15h ago
Towering toy train sculpture celebrates St. Thomas' rail past and industrial future
A colourful, circular sculpture towering over traffic rushing past on Highbury Avenue is a whimsical reminder of the city's railway heritage while cleverly linking it with the industrial revolution un...
Aug 14, 2026
Sparta gears up for family fun day and BBQ fundraiser
Sparta is getting set to host its 3rd Annual Fun Fair on Sunday, August 23rd, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Sparta Community Centre. Admission is $10 and includes a hot dog, chips, a freezie, and w...
Aug 14, 2026
Clock ticking for 2026 municipal election candidates
One week remains to file nomination papers for the 2026 municipal election. Anyone planning to run for mayor, councillor or school board trustee in St. Thomas or municipalities across Elgin County has...
Aug 14, 2026
The St. Thomas and Elgin County 48
Here's what's going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours. Today: The World Premiere of Deadly Memories by Steven Gallagher continues at Port Stanley Festival Theatre through August...
Aug 14, 2026
What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? All Hands on Deck Food Drive returns to help stock local food banks ahead of school year
The community will once again have the chance to make a big difference with a single grocery bag as the myFM and Space Snacks & Galactic Sodas All Hands on Deck Food Drive returns on Thursday, Aug...
Aug 13, 2026
Portion of Burwell Road to close next week for Highway 3 construction
Drivers in St. Thomas will need to plan for delays next week as a section of Burwell Road closes for construction related to the Highway 3 expansion. The City of St. Thomas says Burwell Road will be c...
Aug 13, 2026
St. Thomas victim duped out of nearly $100,000 in online Romance Scam
A city resident is out nearly $100,000 after falling victim to a romance scam. On Tuesday (Aug. 11), the victim contacted police about an individual they had been dating for several months. They had b...
Aug 13, 2026
SIU clears officers in arrest of man who escaped OPP transport van near St. Thomas
The province's police watchdog has concluded its investigation into the arrest of a man who escaped an OPP prisoner transport van just north of St. Thomas. The incident occurred May 2 of this year whe...
Aug 13, 2026
Police investigating $1,000 e-bike theft at St. Thomas McDonald's
St. Thomas Police are investigating the theft of an e-bike Wednesday night at McDonald's. The black, ASKMY electric mountain bike was taken from the bicycle rack on the east side of the building aroun...
Aug 13, 2026
Miracle Treat Day returns today, supporting local kids
Dairy Queen locations in Aylmer and St. Thomas are giving customers a sweet way to support local children today, as Miracle Treat Day returns for its 24th year. Every Blizzard Treat sold at participat...
Aug 13, 2026
St. Thomas-Elgin hits landmark moment in homelessness response
St. Thomas-Elgin is bucking a national trend, with more people moving into housing than falling into homelessness during the first half of 2026. According to St. Thomas-Elgin Social Services, 79 peopl...
Aug 13, 2026
The St. Thomas and Elgin County 48
Here's what's going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours. Today: The World Premiere of Deadly Memories by Steven Gallagher continues at Port Stanley Festival Theatre through August...
Aug 13, 2026
Tractor, equipment trailer stolen overnight from St. Thomas business
St. Thomas Police are investigating the theft of a tractor and equipment trailer from a business on Silver Street. The equipment was last seen around 5:30 p.m. on August 11 and was discovered missing ...
Aug 12, 2026