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What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Pet photos with Santa return to the Elgin Centre this weekend
Santa is back at the Elgin Centre, and this Sunday, he's making time for your furry friends too. The annual photo sessions kicked off last m...
8h ago

Warrant issued after assault with weapon call in north-end St. Thomas
St. Thomas police are searching for a 36-year-old city man following an intimate partner violence investigation that began with a 911 call T...
10h ago

Elgin OPP adopting body-worn cameras
Elgin OPP, along with other detachments within the West Region, are equipping all officers with body-worn cameras. In a media advisory, the ...
11h ago

St. Thomas Chamber's Christmas Youth Market takes over CASO Station tonight
A reminder that the Christmas Youth Market is taking place at the CASO Station today from 5 to 7 p.m., offering a chance to support the regi...
15h 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: Tech Talk returns to the St. Thomas Public Library and ...
15h ago

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? A birthday to remember for Fresh Start Support Services' executive director
Jamie Cann was able to celebrate her birthday on Wednesday with 10,000 unexpected gifts. You see, the night before, Cann (pictured at left),...
Dec 03, 2025

London resident charged with assault and disarming a peace officer
The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police have laid multiple charges after an alleged assault on a police officer earlier this week. According to ...
Dec 03, 2025

Red, orange, yellow: New colour codes help Canadians understand weather risks
In case you missed it: Environment Canada's weather alerts are now colour-coded to help people understand how serious the weather could be a...
Dec 03, 2025

Hazel Mae honoured with Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame's Jack Graney Award
Sportsnet broadcaster Hazel Mae has been named the recipient of the 2025 Jack Graney Award, an honour that carries special significance for ...
Dec 03, 2025

The Caring Fund supports Thames Valley students and their families
The Thames Valley Education Foundation has kicked off its 25th anniversary celebrations by drawing awareness to its Caring Fund. The fund pr...
Dec 03, 2025

Canada Life invests $120K to expand financial literacy programs for youth across Southwestern Ontario
Junior Achievement South Western Ontario (JA SWO) is celebrating a major funding boost that will help bring financial education to more stud...
Dec 03, 2025

Beware of driveway paving scams, warn OPP
OPP are warning residents about recent door-to-door paving scams reported throughout the area. Several homeowners have been approached by in...
Dec 03, 2025
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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 STEGH Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a Holiday Market ...
Dec 03, 2025

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Downtown Santa brings surprises to local shoppers this Saturday
The St. Thomas Downtown Development Board is bringing Santa back to the Railway City this Saturday for one final event of the year. Downtown...
Dec 02, 2025

Seed Confections to transform into Free Toy Store for families in need Sunday
Seed Confections is once again turning its Ross Street shop into a place of holiday magic and community support with a one-day Free Toy Stor...
Dec 02, 2025

St. Thomas police investigating weekend break-in at Wellington Street business
St. Thomas police are investigating after approximately $5,000 worth of property was reported stolen from a Wellington Street business. Offi...
Dec 02, 2025

St. Thomas Stars vs. Stratford Warriors Dec. 3 preview
For the third time this season, the St. Thomas Stars face off against the Stratford Warriors on Wednesday (Dec. 3) at the Joe Thornton Commu...
Dec 02, 2025

St. Thomas 2026 draft budget passes scrutiny at city council meeting
With a minimum amount of debate, city council yesterday (Monday) gave preliminary approval to the city's draft 2026 budget that will see an ...
Dec 02, 2025

Fanshawe launches five-year Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan
Fanshawe College has officially launched its first Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan after two years of consultation with students...
Dec 02, 2025

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 Storytime at the St. Thomas Public Library on Tues...
Dec 02, 2025

Aylmer Police seek suspect after intimate partner violence investigation
Aylmer police have laid multiple charges and are now seeking a suspect after an investigation into an incident of intimate partner violence ...
Dec 01, 2025

St. Thomas Police launch 'Project Home Safe' to tackle holiday impaired driving
As the holiday season kicks into gear, the St. Thomas Police Service is stepping up its efforts to keep local roads safe with the launch of ...
Dec 01, 2025

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? 'A quiet hero' is now officially in service in Aylmer
Last Friday, the Town of Aylmer commissioned what was referred to as 'a quiet hero.' The infrastructure in question is a glistening white wa...
Dec 01, 2025

Overnight parking restrictions are back in St. Thomas
A reminder to residents that overnight parking restrictions are now officially in effect in St. Thomas, as the city enters its winter parkin...
Dec 01, 2025

Former London councillor charged by St. Thomas Police
A London woman faces an extortion charge following an investigation by St. Thomas Police on behalf of the London Police Service. Fifty-year-...
Dec 01, 2025

City council gets first look at St. Thomas' 2026 proposed budget
Members of city council get their first look at the 2026 draft budget this evening (Monday). The 2026 draft budget proposes almost $79.5 mil...
Dec 01, 2025

Elgin County opens applications for 2026 Grant & Sponsorship Program
Elgin County is now accepting applications for its annual Grant & Sponsorship Program, offering local organizations the chance to secure...
Dec 01, 2025
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The St. Thomas and Elgin County 48
Here's what's going on in St. Thomas and Elgin County over the next 48 hours. Tomorrow: Join Storytime at the St. Thomas Public Library on T...
Dec 01, 2025

The Village Butcher in Port Stanley: Quality meats paired with exceptional service
For Chris Smith, it was a case of the right place at the right time. So not only has he become a butcher, he also owns the business. Smith i...
Nov 30, 2025

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 drug investigation in Central Elgin has resulted in charges after...
Nov 29, 2025

