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Town announces pet licencing contest for 2025

Residents encouraged to purchase pet tags in exchange for contest entries

The Town of St. Marys is asking residents to register their pets as part of a “purr-fectly paw-some” contest.

From Monday, January 13, 2025, until Monday, March 31, 2025, each pet licence purchase or renewal will qualify the owner for entry into a draw to win a $50 gift card from Pet Valu. Those who have previously registered their pet for the year of 2025 will automatically be entered. Owners may earn additional entries by sharing a...

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Town implementing new process for providing updates on Service Ontario status and operating hours

The Town of St. Marys is implementing a new process for updating the status and hours of the Service Ontario office. Residents will now be able to check the offices status and operating hours on the Town’s website at www.townofstmarys.com/serviceontario.

For those who preferto receive Service Ontario office status updates directly via email, there is an option to subscribe through the Town’s website. Additionally, Service Ontario services are available online 24/7 at www.serviceontario.ca.

This new process aims to...

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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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Flags at Town facilities at half-mast in recognition of passing of Perth South Mayor Jim Aitcheson

The Town of St. Marys is deeply saddened by the passing of Township of Perth South Mayor and Past Warden James (Jim) Aitcheson.

Jim was initially elected as a Councillor for the Downie Ward in the Township of Perth South in 2006 and was acclaimed as Mayor of Perth South in 2022. Over the course of 13 years, he served on the Perth County Council and held the position of Warden from 2019 to 2022.

"Jim Aitcheson’s dedication to public service was evident in his numerous initiatives aimed at...

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