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Spring water flushing scheduled for April 28 to May 23, 2025

Posted on Thursday, April 27, 2023 03:44 PM

The Town of St. Marys will be performing spring water main and hydrant flushing from April 28 to May 23, 2025.

Flushing Schedule
  • April 28 to May 2, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., area north of Trout Creek and east of the Thames River
  • May 4, 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Queen St. E (downtown core)
  • May 5 to 9, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., area south of Trout Creek from the Thames River to James St., including James St. S
  • May 12 to 16, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., area south of Trout Creek and east of James St.
  • May 20 to 23...

St. Marys Fire Department receives substantial donation to purchase much needed equipment.

Posted on Monday, April 17, 2023 11:42 AM

The St. Marys Volunteer Fire Department has received a substantial donation from a local couple to purchase much needed equipment. Thanks to this donation they will be able to purchase two unique items to benefit the department operationally and use for public education.

Ron and Pat Wouters contacted the St. Marys Fire Department, wanting to donate to the volunteer firefighters to help them obtain equipment they might require.

The first item the department will purchase is a fire blanket which...

Do you know someone who is “Strong As Stone”?

Posted on Monday, April 17, 2023 09:27 AM

The Town of St. Marys is encouraging residents to recognize those who give back through its Strong as Stone program.

The program allows residents to nominate individuals whose selfless deeds contribute to the quality of life in our community. Eligible nominees are publicly recognized at a Town Council meeting, celebrated in the media, and given an official certificate.

“We are incredibly grateful to all who give their time, talents and energy to help others,” says Mayor Al Strathdee. “The Strong...

St. Marys residents reminded to follow open-air burning rules

Posted on Friday, April 14, 2023 10:50 AM

The St. Marys Fire Department is reminding residents about the steps that must be taken before having a backyard campfire.

An Open Air Burn Permit is required for all open air burning in town, including backyard campfires and outdoor fireplaces. Residents can apply online at www.townofstmarys.com/burnpermit or in person at the Municipal Operations Centre (408 James St. S). The fee is $25.

The permit requirement is part of the Open Air Burning By-Law, which was enacted by Council in 2017. The by-law...

Save the date for the Stonetown Heritage Festival

Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 03:09 PM

Local talents combine with landscape for a memorable July weekend

The Stonetown Heritage Festival is back and better than ever this July, with three days of fun for everyone from Friday, July 14 to Sunday, July 16.

Many traditional festival favourites are returning, including street performers, food trucks, heritage tours and children’s activities. But attendees can also expect a new focus on arts, culture and St. Marys’ impressive natural landscape.

“St. Marys has an incredible arts scene:...