

St. Marys Fire Department to receive nearly $21,000 through provincial Fire Protection Grant
The St. Marys Fire Department will receive $20,900 this year through an Ontario Fire Protection Grant, which the department has allocated for the purchase of additional protective gear and equipment.

Galen Simmons
Feb 4


Building permits issued in 2025 by Town of St. Marys down from previous years
Though the number of building permits issued by the Town of St. Marys dropped in 2025 compared to previous years, the town approved the construction of more residential dwelling units than it has since 2021.

Galen Simmons
Feb 4


St. Marys Tim Hortons supports Special Olympics
Tim Hortons’ nationwide annual Special Olympics fundraising campaign wrapped up on Sunday, Feb. 1, with our local St. Marys location raising $516 thanks to the sale of 258 donuts.

Stewart Grant
Feb 4


Local entrepreneur helps small businesses grow online with practical and grounded support
Maggie Whitcroft is combining over a decade of experience in energy healing and business support to help local entrepreneurs grow their online presence with confidence and clarity.
Alex Hunt
Feb 4


Kevin Oliver hikes the Appalachian Trail – all 2,200 miles of it
Looking for a challenge to tackle before starting law school, St. Marys native Kevin Oliver made the decision to undertake the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail that stretches between Georgia and Maine passing through 14 states in the U.S.

Wendy Lamond
Feb 4


Local Salvation Army campaign raises more than $440,000 for community support
The Salvation Army in Stratford recently celebrated local volunteers at its volunteer appreciation luncheon, where kettle volunteers gathered to share lunch, stories and learn about the impact of the 2025 Christmas kettle campaign.

Amanda Nelson
Feb 4







