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Firefighter Shawn McNaughton named Firefighter of the Month for March

This March the St. Marys Fire Department is pleased to announce Shawn McNaughton as its “Firefighter of the Month”.

Firefighter Shawn McNaughton was selected as Firefighter of the Month for numerous reasons,” said Fire Chief Richard “Andy” Anderson. “Shawn has dedicated over 20 years to the St. Marys Fire Department, providing an endless amount of fire cover and attending a range of incidents in town and throughout the county, keeping the community safe."

McNaughton joined the St. Marys Fire...

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Town wants to hear how local industrial businesses are “going green”

Green Initiatives Awareness Program aims to highlight actions and inspire change

The Town of St. Marys wants to know how local industrial businesses are working to reduce their environmental impact.

The call is part of the Town’s Green Initiatives Awareness Program, which is now in its second year. The program was developed by the Town’s Green Advisory Committee to highlight the community’s efforts to combat climate change.

Each spring, the Town requests submissions from a specific group, based on...

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Time change a good reminder to check your smoke and CO alarm batteries

Clocks spring forward at 2:00 a.m. this Sunday, March 12 and the St. Marys Fire Department is recommending residents install new batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms (CO) when they change their clocks.

"Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms sense fire well before you can, but only if they have working batteries." States Chief Fire Prevention Officer Brian Leverton. “When you change your clocks on March 12, take the time to install new batteries in all alarms.”

It is the law to have...

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Museum’s Spring Seminar Series Begins on March 16

The St. Marys Museum is excited to present its spring 2023 seminar series! The Museum has planned three engaging evening presentations covering a variety of topics.  On Thursday, March 16 at 7:00 p.m., Janis Fread and Museum staff Sophie Thorpe and Emily Taylor will discuss the history of theatre in St. Marys. From early European theatre traditions up to the St. Marys Community Players, theatre has played an important role in bringing our community together.  On Thursday, April 20, Museum staff Amy...

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Museum to be temporarily closed for roof replacement

The St. Marys Museum and Archives will be closed on Thursday, March 9, 2023 while crews finish replacing the building's roof.

The building will re-open for regular hours on Friday, March 10, 2023 (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). 

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