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Fans urged to pack the Joe as Stars host Game 2 on St. Patrick's Day
Hockey fans are being encouraged to pack the stands and show their support as the St. Thomas Stars return home for Game 2 of their playoff s...
14h ago

Reported stabbing leads to drug trafficking charge in St. Thomas
A 20-year-old London resident is facing drug trafficking charges following an incident that began with a reported stabbing in St. Thomas. Ac...
17h ago

St. Thomas Police investigating suspected arson
St. Thomas Police are investigating what is believed to be a case of arson. Officers responded to a north-end business on Friday after a fir...
19h ago

Fanshawe College suspends additional programs as international student numbers decline
Fanshawe College has announced the suspension of nine additional academic programs as it works to address a growing budget deficit and revie...
19h 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. March Break: If you're looking for something fun to do with th...
22h ago

A crackin' good St. Patrick's Day with Maggie's Wake
Tuesday is St. Patrick's Day and what better way to celebrate than with an evening of toe-tapping tunes and fiery fiddles. All of it courtes...
Mar 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. Two public meetings this past week, perhaps, shed some light on the...
Mar 14, 2026

St. Thomas Polar Plunge raises more than $8,300 for Special Olympics Ontario
The 2026 St. Thomas Polar Plunge was another splashing success on Thursday, as participants got "Freezin' For A Reason" in support...
Mar 13, 2026

What's Good in St. Thomas and Elgin? CBC's Still Standing shines spotlight on St. Thomas March 17th
The spotlight will soon be on the Railway City as the Still Standing episode featuring St. Thomas is set to air March 17th on CBC. Hosted by...
Mar 13, 2026

Seasonal parking restrictions coming to an end in St. Thomas and Malahide
Drivers in St. Thomas and Malahide will soon be able to park on local streets once again overnight, as seasonal parking restrictions come to...
Mar 13, 2026

Additional holiday shopping on the way
There are reports the Ford government is set to allow retailers across the province to open their doors to shoppers on Family Day and Victor...
Mar 13, 2026

Parents invited to learn about autism supports at upcoming TVDSB event
Parents and caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder will have an opportunity to learn more about available supports at an upcom...
Mar 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: Baby Storytime is being hosted at St. Thomas Public Lib...
Mar 13, 2026

Your guide to March Break activities across St. Thomas-Elgin
Families in St. Thomas and Elgin County have plenty of ways to make the most of March Break next week, with countless events and activities ...
Mar 13, 2026
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What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Domino's serving up hands-on pizza fun for kids this March Break
Domino's Pizza in both Aylmer and St. Thomas are serving up more than just slices this March Break - they're giving kids a chance to step ri...
Mar 12, 2026

Ontario to give elementary teachers $750 a year for classroom supplies
The Government of Ontario says elementary school teachers will soon receive direct funding to help cover the cost of classroom supplies. Pre...
Mar 12, 2026

Township of Southwold to again rely on mail-in ballots for 2026 municipal vote
As has been the case for the past two decades, voters in Southwold will cast their ballot by mail in this year's municipal vote. Township co...
Mar 12, 2026

St. Thomas resident victimized in Bitcoin scam
A city resident is out several thousand dollars after falling victim to a phone scam. On Tuesday, the individual contacted police after rece...
Mar 12, 2026
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CBSA urges travellers to prepare for March Break rush
The Canada Border Services Agency is reminding travellers to plan ahead as March Break approaches, a time when border crossings and airports...
Mar 12, 2026

OPP preparing for increased traffic at Friday the 13th gathering in Port Dover
Police are reminding drivers to prioritize safety as crowds are expected to gather for the upcoming Friday the 13th Port Dover event. The On...
Mar 12, 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: VON Middlesex Elgin is hosting Caregivers and Seniors W...
Mar 12, 2026

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Free information session is designed to protect seniors from fraud and sophisticated scams
Protecting seniors from increasingly sophisticated fraud and financial scams is the focus of a free information session hosted by MP Andrew ...
Mar 11, 2026

Construction shuts down stretch of Woodworth Avenue through August
A stretch of Woodworth Avenue is now closed to through traffic as a major infrastructure project gets underway in the city. According to the...
Mar 11, 2026

Dual counties launch Rainbow Research Project to improve local 2SLGBTQIA+ health and wellbeing
Oxford and Elgin County have partnered with Wilfred Laurier University and community partners to create The Rainbow Research Project for 2SL...
Mar 11, 2026

"Safety Stops Here" campaign encourages drivers to help protect students around school buses
Police are reminding drivers across southwestern Ontario that school bus safety starts with responsible driving. The Ontario Provincial Poli...
Mar 11, 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 annual Lenten Organ Recital Series hosted at Centr...
Mar 11, 2026

St. Thomas Stars open playoff run this Sunday in Chatham
After missing post-season play last year, the St. Thomas Stars return to playoff action this campaign after clinching a berth in the final g...
Mar 10, 2026

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Shop, network, and celebrate women at ElevateHER
The St. Thomas and District Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community to celebrate women in business this month. The upcoming Business A...
Mar 10, 2026

Get Gorgeous for Grad registration opens March 16th
The YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin is once again helping local students get ready for graduation season with the return of its Get Gorgeous for Grad ...
Mar 10, 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: VON Middlesex Elgin is hosting Caregivers and Seniors W...
Mar 10, 2026

