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LOCAL HEADLINES


Stratford chamber of commerce announces Perth South’s Aaron Martin as new general manager
The Stratford and District Chamber of Commerce has announced the appointment of Perth South’s Aaron Martin as its new general manager.

Galen Simmons
Aug 21, 2024


Work begins on Wellington Street South reconstruction
After a slight delay caused by heavy rain earlier in the summer, work on Wellington Street South and Victoria Street has begun.

Galen Simmons
Aug 21, 2024


Valcke, Canada wins bronze at Women’s Baseball World Cup
St. Marys native Mia Valcke played a vital role in Team Canada's win of a bronze medal at the Women’s Baseball World Cup in Thunder Bay.

Spencer Seymour
Aug 14, 2024


St. Marys’ success as host of Ontario Summer Games Triathlon opens doors for similar sporting events
When it comes to hosting large sporting events, St. Marys put itself on the map recently hosting the Ontario Summer Games triathlon.

Galen Simmons
Aug 14, 2024


Osprey rescue in St. Marys ends in tragedy
A similar rescue took place in 2015 when one of the young had become tangled in binder twine.
Contributed
Aug 14, 2024


Her Collab Co: A co-working space for women and an event-rental space for all
Tucked away on Water Street between Betty’s Bookshelf and Miss Jones is Her Collab Co.

Wendy Lamond
Jul 30, 2024


St. Marys hosting Ontario Summer Games triathlon events on Aug. 2 and 3
The Ontario Summer Games comes to the Stonetown this weekend.
Contributed
Jul 30, 2024


St. Marys showcases town hall first-floor renovations to the public
St. Marys council and town staff recently gave residents their first chance to see the renovations completed.
Contributed
Jul 30, 2024


Town of St. Marys withstood last week’s deluge of rain relatively well; the golf course, not so much
Heavy rain moved across the Upper Thames River watershed in several waves July 15 and 16 ending at approximately midnight July 17.

Galen Simmons
Jul 24, 2024


Ribbon cutting ceremony for renovated East Wing
What started as a patient room refresh project in the East wing of the St. Marys Memorial Hospital ended up being a complete wing rebuild.

Wendy Lamond
Jul 24, 2024


Jacobs Liquidation & Auction Ltd breaks ground on James Street South
Despite the many inches of rain that came down the previous day, there was nothing but smiles from Craig and Deanna Jacobs.

Wendy Lamond
Jul 24, 2024


St. Marys Legion reveals plaque honouring past members who helped build Legion’s home
On Saturday, July 13, a plaque was revealed at the St. Marys Legion to honour the hard work and dedication of the members.

Wendy Lamond
Jul 17, 2024


Federal environment minister announces $2.2 million for St. Marys Cement’s carbon-reduction efforts
Steven Guilbeault was in St. Marys Monday afternoon to announce $2.2 million in support.

Galen Simmons
Jul 17, 2024


New Ownership at St. Marys New Orleans Pizza
New Orleans Pizza has officially reopened under new ownership.

Wendy Lamond
Jul 10, 2024


Library board rescinds access to Perth South students who attend school outside St. Marys amid ongoing funding dispute
The ongoing funding dispute between the St. Marys library board and Perth South has taken its latest toll.

Galen Simmons
Jul 10, 2024


A frustrating end to a successful Summerfest as a theft occurs at Milt Dunnell Field
The Kinsmen Club of St. Marys should have been celebrating a successful 50th Summerfest weekend, organizers were left with a sour taste.

Wendy Lamond
Jul 10, 2024


Herman retires from coaching on a high note with Lincs
Mike Herman thought coaching was in his rearview mirror years ago.

Spencer Seymour
Jul 3, 2024


Creative Day Out and opportunity for residents and visitors to explore their artistic side
Visitors and residents of St. Marys will have a chance to immerse themselves in two different types of creating.

Emily Stewart
Jul 3, 2024


Town to investigate how to deal with vacant “eyesore” properties in downtown St. Marys
St. Marys town staff will soon bring a report for council’s consideration outlining all the tools council has.

Galen Simmons
Jul 3, 2024


Young Guys win big at Ryder Cup
While last year’s Ryder Cup was as close as possible – it ended in a 16-16 tie – this year’s event was a blowout.

Stewart Grant
Jun 26, 2024
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