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Town of St. Marys offers unique, local gift giving ideas this holiday season

Discover every merry moment in St. Marys this Holiday season and check everyone off your list with these fun and unique ideas that can all be purchased right here in town!

If you are struggling with what to give this year or looking to check that last person off your list, consider gifting one of these local “experience gifts”.

Give St. Marys Money!

St. Marys Money can be used at over 40 local businesses and it’s a fun way to shop and support local merchants. St. Marys Money is available in denominations...

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St. Marys Public Library welcomes Perth South residents back with new agreement

The St. Marys Public Library is pleased to announce a new five-year agreement with the Township of Perth South, effective January 1, 2025. This agreement will enable Perth South residents to access the library's extensive resources and services once again.

The St. Marys Public Library has decided to extend these services earlierthan January 1, 2025, allowing Perth South residents to access the library effective immediately. Residents of Perth South can call (519-284-3346) or visit the library (15 Church...

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Town evaluates preparedness with annual emergency exercise

When it comes to emergency management, practice makes perfect. 

That’s the idea behind the Town of St. Marys' annual emergency exercise. The exercise brings Town employees and their peers together for a simulated emergency. This year, the simulation was based on an unprecedented rainstorm that caused localized flooding and damage to local infrastructure.

Those involved in the annual exercise include members of the Town’s Emergency Control Group who have key roles to play during a crisis.

The exercise...

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Town reminds residents of alternate payment options during Canada Post strike

Due to the ongoing Canada Post strike, mail delivery is currently impacted. Property tax billings were completed for the year and sent out prior to the strike. Payment due dates for property taxes and parking tickets will not change.

Property owners and residents are reminded that they remain responsible for ensuring property tax payments are made on time by the specified due date. Standard penalties will apply for late payments. Failure to receive a tax notice does not exempt the responsibility...

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The 2024 Holiday celebration in St. Marys continues!

St. Marys is buzzing with holiday cheer and festive fun!

The Holiday Light Tour, launching on Friday, November 29, features St. Marys best-dressed homes. Download and print the map at www.discoverstmarys.ca/happyholidays. Hard copies of the map are available at municipal facilities. The self-guided tour runs until January 1, 2025.

Our wonderful WinterLights continue every evening from 5:00 to 11:00 p.m. at Milt Dunnell Field. The ever-popular horse and wagon rides will return on December 6 and 7...

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