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LOCAL HEADLINES


Study shows St. Marys’ downtown parking sufficient to meet current demand
At the Oct. 8 town council meeting, deputy clerk Morgan Dykstra presented the results of parking surveys conducted between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Galen Simmons
Oct 16, 2024


New St. Marys events coordinator a familiar face for locals
Those seeking guidance from the Town of St. Marys in organizing events may recognize the town’s new events coordinator.

Galen Simmons
Oct 9, 2024


St. Marys Community Players to stage The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Beginning Oct. 17, St. Marys Community Players is performing the entertaining and hysterical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
Julia Paul
Oct 9, 2024


St. Marys McDonalds manager wins Roy Kroc Award
The person behind the St. Marys McDonalds recently received an internationally recognized award in honour of McDonalds co-founder Roy Kroc.

Emily Stewart
Oct 2, 2024


King Charles III Coronation Medals awarded to five local individuals
Following a nomination and review process here within the riding of Perth-Wellington, a ceremony was held on Sunday, Sept. 29 in Listowel.

Galen Simmons
Oct 2, 2024


Pyramid Recreation Centre pool to close for seven months for major renovations
The Town of St. Marys will incur a major, unplanned expense to address the serious deterioration of equipment in the aquatics centre.

Galen Simmons
Oct 2, 2024


Tampon Tuesday event held in St. Marys
Many people are unaware that menstrual-hygiene products are one of the most requested yet least donated items at local food banks.

Wendy Lamond
Sep 25, 2024


St. Marys DCVI holds Terry Fox Run raising money for cancer research
On Friday Sept. 20, St. Marys DCVI held its annual Terry Fox Run.

Wendy Lamond
Sep 25, 2024


St. Marys BIA calls for artists to help beautify downtown utility boxes
Local artists and those with a connection to St. Marys will soon have an opportunity to help beautify downtown.

Galen Simmons
Sep 25, 2024


Council endorses plan to revitalize downtown St. Marys’ Lind Park
The Town of St. Marys will apply for federal funding to revitalize an underutilized park downtown.

Galen Simmons
Sep 18, 2024


St. Marys council endorses agreement to move Service Ontario to Municipal Operations Centre
Though it hasn’t yet been finalized by the province, St. Marys council has signalled its intent to renew an updated service agreement.

Galen Simmons
Sep 18, 2024


Lincs focused on ‘building good habits’ as new season arrives
The St. Marys Lincolns view the regular season as a 50-step journey in preparing to be the best version of themselves.

Spencer Seymour
Sep 11, 2024


Convenience stores enter the alcohol market
A significant change took place Sept. 5 as convenience stores in Ontario were allowed to start selling alcohol.
Contributed
Sep 11, 2024


Loucks looking to be the next Face of Horror
A local, aspiring makeup artist is using her talents in special-effects makeup for a chance to be recognized by horror-movie greats.

Emily Stewart
Sep 11, 2024


Dr. Tamara Surujbally: New Chiropractor providing results-oriented care
Stonetown Health and Wellness Centre on Station Street has a new chiropractor, and she is very excited to be serving the wonderful community

Wendy Lamond
Sep 4, 2024


My Propane Buddy; Self-serve, 24/7 propane option now available in St. Marys
On location at Little Falls Car Wash are two new “My Propane Buddy” vending machines that will provide access to 20lb propane tanks.

Wendy Lamond
Sep 4, 2024


Nathan Wolfkamp wins St. Marys Club Championship
In a final round that exhibited maturity beyond his years, 15-year-old Nathan Wolfkamp overcame a four-shot deficit on Sunday to win.
Contributed
Aug 28, 2024


Staffens celebrate grand opening of new accommodations business, The Penrose Suites
St. Marys’ Staffen family has added another business to the family legacy.

Galen Simmons
Aug 28, 2024


St. Marys hosts Midwestern District Jr. Optimists golf tournament
The Midwestern District Junior Optimists Championship tournament was held Aug. 13 at the St. Marys Golf and Country Club (SMGCC)

Spencer Seymour
Aug 21, 2024


O’Grady’s Clothing, Stone Home Creatives announce big moves in 2025
Come March 2025, Stone Home Creatives will be moving to Griffiths’ home, and O’Grady’s will be moving across the street to occupy Stone Home
Contributed
Aug 21, 2024
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