Hometown St. Thomas Magazine / Boomers & Beyond ELGIN Magazine

Home
Canada
Saint Thomas, ON
Hometown St. Thomas Magazine / Boomers & Beyond ELGIN Magazine

Hometown St. Thomas is St. Thomas' own lifestyles magazine. We are dedicated to sharing stories of the people and places that make St. Thomas Amazing.

07/22/2025

Hey folks, let our suspensions rejoice, the City of St. Thomas and CN Rail are working on the rail crossing at Talbot and First TOMORROW!

From the city: First Avenue Railway Crossing Repairs Scheduled for Wednesday, July 23

The City of St. Thomas is pleased to share that long-awaited repairs to the railway crossing on First Avenue are scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 23.

This update follows ongoing public concern about the condition of the crossing and a recent letter from Mayor Joe Preston, which clarified the shared responsibilities between CN Rail and the City. In recent days, CN Rail has taken important steps to move the project forward, and the City is grateful for their coordination and support.
What to Expect:

Traffic control will be in place starting at 7:00 a.m.

First Avenue will remain open, but lane closures will be in effect throughout the day.

The work is expected to be completed by end of day Wednesday, weather permitting.

The City thanks residents for their continued engagement, patience, and understanding as we work together with CN Rail to address infrastructure that matters to our community.

07/21/2025

Hey Folks, are you a young entrepreneur? If so, then one piece of advice I would give you is that you absolutely need to network! Circle your calendar for the Youth Entrepreneurs Initiative gathering at one of my favourite places, the Horton Market on August 21st from 5pm to 8pm. Have fun while networking with peers in your own community!

07/14/2025

Hey Folks, the boil water advisory has been lifted. Here is info from Southwest Public Health.

To Consumers of the City of St. Thomas Water Distribution System water supply located on East Avenue, Chester Street, West Avenue, Devonshire Place, Balflour Street, Ada Street, Parkside Drive, Bell Drive, Henry Street, Glenbanner Street, Willow Street, Wilson Avenue from #2 – 193, Bush Line (40359) Elm Street from # 25-80, Palm Street from #4 – 17, Sunset Drive from #126-188, and Pinafore Park.

The Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Ninh Tran, is advising the residents that the Boil Water Advisory issued on July 11, 2025 has been rescinded.

Recent water samples have been taken with satisfactory results.

It is recommended that you run your taps for 5 minutes to flush out the taps.

07/12/2025

Hey Folks, St. Thomas' Annual Nostalgia Nights is on now until 9 tonight. It's a hot one, both in cars and weather, so sunscreen up and drink lots of water as you see all the cool cars on Talbot and the many amazing vendors and activities.

07/11/2025

Hey Folks, We have a BOIL WATER in effect for parts of St. Thomas!

Please be advised that Southwestern Public Health has issued a Boil Water Advisory for specific areas of St. Thomas, following water sample results that indicate the presence of bacteria in the municipal water supply. The health advisory issued by the public health unit is attached.

The advisory affects the following areas: East Avenue, Chester Street, West Avenue, Devonshire Place, Balflour Street, Ada Street, Parkside Drive, Bell Drive, Henry Street, Glenbanner Street, Willow Street, Wilson Avenue ( #2–193), Bush Line (40359), Elm Street ( #25–80), Palm Street ( #4–17), Sunset Drive ( #126–188), and Pinafore Park. See attached map for details.

Residents and businesses in these areas are advised to boil tap water for at least one minute before using it for drinking, brushing teeth, making baby formula or juice, washing raw foods, or making ice.

This advisory will remain in effect until further notice and will be lifted once testing confirms the water is safe to consume.
More information and a full list of FAQs are available on the Southwestern Public Health website. Any questions may be directed to Southwestern Public Health’s Environmental Health Department at 1-800-922-0096.

07/08/2025

It’s Tomorrow!

🎉 Tomorrow is the day! Pack your lawn chair, grab some sunscreen, and get ready to spend the day at beautiful Pinafore Park.

📅 Wednesday, July 9th | 9 AM – 2 PM
🎶 Free fun, music, food, vendors & more!

💖 Huge thanks to our presenting sponsor, Nurse Next Door, for their incredible support in helping us make this event so special!

07/07/2025

We’re Almost There!

🌞 Just two more sleeps until one of the best days of the summer!

🎉 Join us at Pinafore Park from 9 AM to 2 PM for a full day of free fun, music, door prizes, and more.

👏 Special thanks to the County of Elgin for their generous funding and continued support of this event.

07/05/2025

Come Hungry!

🍔 Bring your appetite — we’ve got food trucks and local food vendors ready to serve up something delicious at this year’s Picnic in the Park. Plus, you can bring your water bottle and fill up at one of our stations generously donated by Simply Pure Water!

🎶 Live music, prizes, vendors, and more — all happening July 9th at Pinafore Park.

🙏 A big shoutout to Simply Pure Water for their sponsorship and continued community support.

07/02/2025

Hey Folks, I hope you all had a wonderful & Safe Canada Day! The July issues are on their way and will be out starting tomorrow! Here is a sneak peak of this months covers.

Remember, there are no August issues, our next issue will be September! Have a Safe and Happy summer!

07/02/2025

Hey Pickleball Players! Big news, the city has released information about their plans to rename the Pinafore Pickleball courts to the “Dave Hall Pickleball Courts”. Read below for more info:

City of St. Thomas Launches Public Consultation on
Proposed Naming of Pinafore Park Pickleball Courts

ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO – The City of St. Thomas is inviting members of the community to provide feedback on a proposal to rename the pickleball courts at Pinafore Park in honour of the late Dave Hall.

The request, submitted by the St. Thomas Pickleball Club, proposes the name “Dave Hall Pickleball Courts” to recognize Mr. Hall’s significant contributions to the growth and development of the sport in St. Thomas and beyond.

CITY OF ST. THOMAS
t. (519) 631.1680 f. (519) 633.9019
545 Talbot St., P.O. Box 520, City Hall
St. Thomas, Ontario, N5P 3V7

Dave Hall was instrumental in establishing the St. Thomas Pickleball Club in 2013, advocating for dedicated courts, securing improvements to existing facilities, and fostering community
through tournaments and charitable initiatives. His efforts have had a lasting impact on local recreation and sport.

In accordance with the City’s Parks and Recreation Naming Policy, a 30-day public consultation period is required before any decision is made. Residents are encouraged to review the proposal and share their input by completing a short online survey. All responses will be recorded anonymously.

The consultation will run from July 2, 2025 until July 31, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. To participate in the survey, please click this link:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=BlQI8ZaUl0yXHEZsJpbGPXbNLkXzZsxBjs7CPDgdMUlUQTQ5V1M0UzRMNTJKSE5aM0VCV0VFMVBOSC4u&route=shorturl

Public input will be compiled and presented to City Council for consideration following the consultation period.

06/26/2025

Hey Folks, big news for Hospice of Elgin today!

Historic $3.5 Million Donation to Hospice of Elgin

Hospice of Elgin is honoured to announce a historic $3.5 million donation from the Estate of Marianne Barrie—one of the largest charitable gifts ever made in Elgin County.

In recognition of this transformational legacy, the newly named Barrie Family, Hospice of Elgin will open its doors this summer, providing compassionate, end-of-life care to individuals and families across the region.

Marianne Barrie, who passed away in 2017, was a trailblazing lawyer and a quiet but powerful force for good in her community. Raised in Elgin County and the daughter of former St. Thomas Mayor Vince Barrie, Marianne was deeply dedicated to family and philanthropy. Her generous spirit continues to inspire, and her gift will leave a lasting mark on health care in the region.

“Marianne had such a generous heart,” said Bill Graham, Executor of the Barrie Estate. “As I learned more about the impact Hospice of Elgin would have, I knew this was the perfect way to reflect the Barrie family’s values. This donation is about honouring Marianne’s deep care for the community she loved.”

“This is a once-in-a-generation gift,” said Robert Furneaux, Chair of the Hospice of Elgin Board. “Thanks to the generosity of Marianne Barrie, generations of Elgin County families will have access to exceptional care at one of life’s most vulnerable times.”

The Barrie Family, Hospice of Elgin, will provide free, wraparound services in a welcoming, cottage-like setting for individuals nearing the end of life. Care will also extend into the community through clinical services, respite care, counselling, and support for caregivers.

06/20/2025

He Folks, the city of St. Thomas has sent out this important notification regarding Cooling Centres for the extreme heat we are expecting over the next few days.

Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued their first heat event advisory of the summer season, in effect from Saturday, June 21, through Wednesday, June 25. Forecasts indicate the most intense heat is expected on Monday, June 23, with high humidex values and very warm overnight temperatures throughout the period. Conditions are expected to ease by Wednesday.

The Joe Thornton Community Centre will be open as a Community Cooling Centre to support residents during this time.

Cooling Centre Details:
Joe Thornton Community Centre
June 21–25, 2025
8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Drink lots of liquids, and if you need to cool off, please take advantage of this Cooling Centre!

Address

Saint Thomas, ON
N5P2X5

Website

http://www.villagerpublications.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Hometown St. Thomas Magazine / Boomers & Beyond ELGIN Magazine posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Hometown St. Thomas Magazine / Boomers & Beyond ELGIN Magazine:

Shortcuts