St. Marys council has reversed course on its previous decision to remove all concrete structures at the West Quarry, voting recently to retain and fence off the site’s six large industrial pillars as part of this year’s cleanup and revitalization work.

Despite concerns from the St. Marys Pickleball Association about public perception should there be a loss of trees and green space at the Water Street courts, St. Marys council voted Feb. 24 to proceed with plans to expand the existing facility rather than begin searching for alternative sites.

The Stratford & District Chamber of Commerce holds many events during the year, including the monthly Business After 5 (BA5) networking gatherings for its members.

The sixth annual edition of St. Marys’ Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk was the biggest one yet, with 157 walkers, 29 teams, 37 volunteers and $52,855 raised.

St. Marys council has finalized its 2026 community-grants allocations, making several adjustments to the recommendations brought forward earlier this month and redistributing funds after removing a grant for the St. Marys Ringette Association.

On Feb. 25, downtown St. Marys was full with folks who turned out for the same purpose – to sample soups and vote on their favourite.