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From Perch to Piano Hits: Summerfest in St. Thomas has something for everyone
Summerfest returns to St. Thomas this weekend, bringing two days of food, music, and community spirit in support of the St. Thomas Elgin Foo...
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What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Province's $28M investment set to unlock over 2,000 new homes in Southwold
It's an investment by the province that will unlock new housing opportunities in Southwold Township. At a ceremony Tuesday, Southwold Mayor ...
5h ago

Multiple thefts reported in St. Thomas over two days
St. Thomas Police have responded to numerous theft reports in the last couple of days. These include a lawn mower stolen Monday from a store...
9h ago

Family & Children's Services of St. Thomas and Elgin launches recruitment video series
One home can change everything. Not a perfect home. Not a superhero home. Just one committed home can change the entire trajectory of a chil...
9h ago

MP Andrew Lawton advances bill to scrap GST on used vehicles
With the price of used vehicles nearly doubling in price since 2019, MP Andrew Lawton and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre are looking t...
9h ago
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Annual Shedden Tractor Pull returns Friday
The 53rd annual Shedden Tractor Pull takes over the Keystone Complex this Friday, promising big power, loud engines, and good times. Gates a...
9h 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: The Long Weekend by Norm Foster takes the stage at Port...
13h ago

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? St. Thomas abuzz with activities for Pollinator Week
The Horton Farmers' Market is inviting the community to celebrate some of nature's hardest-working creatures as part of International Pollin...
Jun 17, 2026
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City resident victim of bank scam
A city resident is out of pocket almost $3,000 after falling victim to a scam. On Sunday, police were contacted to investigate the report of...
Jun 17, 2026

Two city teens charged in assault investigation
Two St. Thomas teens have been charged following an assault investigation. On Monday, police were called to a downtown address for the repor...
Jun 17, 2026

Enjoy free fishing across Ontario for Father's Day weekend
Those looking for a way to celebrate Father's Day this weekend can take advantage of free fishing across the province. On June 20th and 21st...
Jun 17, 2026

St. Thomas to host second Official Plan public input session
As part of the process of reviewing and updating its Official Plan, the City of St. Thomas is hosting a second public input session. It will...
Jun 17, 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 Long Weekend by Norm Foster takes the stage at Port...
Jun 17, 2026

The final buzzer sounds on Hockey Night in Canada on CBC
One of the most enduring traditions in Canadian broadcasting has reached the end of an era. According to CBC News, Hockey Night in Canada ha...
Jun 16, 2026

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Retro-themed celebration builds excitement for Voaden's 100th Anniversary
As excitement builds for Arthur Voaden Secondary School's 100th anniversary celebrations this September, organizers are inviting the communi...
Jun 16, 2026
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$330M for Southern Ontario as Ottawa opens applications for community projects
The federal government is moving forward with a major investment aimed at strengthening local infrastructure and supporting economic growth ...
Jun 16, 2026

Federal government introduces Safe Social Media Act to restrict social media access for children under 16
The federal government has introduced legislation aimed at strengthening online protections for children, including a proposed ban on social...
Jun 16, 2026
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More ticks, more risks: what you need to know this season
Chances are, if you've been camping already this season, you've likely seen or even been bitten by a tick . . . or your dog has. Maybe even ...
Jun 16, 2026

OPP remind motorists that 'stop' means 'stop'
West Region OPP are rolling out a new road safety initiative called "Stop. Look. Live." aimed at reducing the number of serious an...
Jun 16, 2026

Charges laid following Sherwood Forest Mall collision
London police have laid charges following a serious collision at Sherwood Forest Mall that injured seven people on Friday morning. The colli...
Jun 16, 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: Take in Storytime at the St. Thomas Public Library on T...
Jun 16, 2026

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? New Central Elgin park re-introduces the concept of play for youngsters
Under a brilliant blue sky on Saturday afternoon, a ceremony was held to officially open Central Elgin's newest park. A partnership between ...
Jun 15, 2026

REVIEW: The Long Weekend delivers big laughs at Port Stanley Festival Theatre
You know those instances where you find yourself chuckling politely at someone's attempt at a joke? That certainly wasn't the case while wat...
Jun 15, 2026

St. Thomas man charged in sexual assault
A 28-year-old St. Thomas man has been arrested following a sexual assault investigation. He has been charged with assault, sexual assault an...
Jun 15, 2026

Staff report outlines spending this fiscal year for the St. Thomas Homelessness Prevention Program
The city has received just over $2.5 million in provincial funding to support its Homelessness Prevention Program (HPP) through to the end o...
Jun 15, 2026

Know Before You Go: OPP reminds drivers how to navigate roundabouts
With roundabouts becoming more common across West Region roadways, the Ontario Provincial Police is reminding drivers about proper use. Offi...
Jun 15, 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: Join the English Conversation Circle at the St. Thomas ...
Jun 15, 2026

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Port Stanley continues streak with 16th consecutive Blue Flag designation
Port Stanley Main Beach has once again earned the internationally recognized Blue Flag designation, marking its 16th consecutive year receiv...
Jun 14, 2026

This week's trending stories on stthomastoday.ca
As we look back on the week that was, here are our most-read stories: 1. A new initiative, in collaboration with the city's Parks and Recrea...
Jun 13, 2026

'Mass casualty' incident reported at a London Goodlife
Update as of 2 p.m. Friday, June 12th: London police have provided an update following a serious collision at Sherwood Forest Mall on Friday...
Jun 12, 2026


