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St. Marys fire Department conducts traditional “Push-In” ceremony for new fire engine

The St. Marys Fire Department conducted a fire truck “Push-In” ceremony on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, to recognize the arrival of the brand-new engine, a 2023 Freightliner Top Mount Enclosed Cab Pumper.

A time-honoured tradition among fire stations, a "Push-In" ceremony occurs when the fire department pushes a new fire truck into the station.

Dating back to the 17th century, "Push-In" ceremonies originated when early hand-drawn fire engines and other apparatuses required hand pushing into the...

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Firefighter Ryan Hartsell named “Firefighter of the Month” for August

This August the St. Marys Fire Department is pleased to announce Ryan Hartsell as its “Firefighter of the Month”.

Hartsell joined the St. Marys Fire Department as a firefighter in 2020. Although relatively new in the trade he has demonstrated the ability to learn quickly as he completed his Firefighter Initial Training Program (FITP) well under the predetermined two-year time frame.

"Firefighter Ryan Hartsell was selected as Firefighter of the Month as he displays an ability to learn rapidly and...

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Holiday hours for Town facilities – Civic Holiday (August 7, 2023)

Please note the following hours will be in effect for Town of St. Marys facilities for the Civic Holiday.

Closed Monday, August 7:

• Administrative offices (Town Hall and Municipal Operations Centre)
• Adult Learning
• Child Care Centre
• EarlyON
• Fire Station
• Landfill
• Library (Closed August 7, but open Saturday, August 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
• Mobility Services offices (Rides must be booked by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, August 4)
• Museum (Closed August 7, but open Saturday, August 5 and Sunday, August 6 from...

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Melodies at the Museum returns for a tenth season

Summer concert series features local favourites and new talent

The St. Marys Museum is hosting its tenth Melodies at the Museum summer concert series this August. A different musical performance will take place outdoors at the performance stage in Cadzow Park on Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m.

First-time Melodies performer Jesse Webber will kick the concert series off on August 2. Jesse Webber has been playing, producing, writing, performing and releasing music for the last 27 years. His...

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Town Council outlines priorities for Milt Dunnell Field revitalization

Ring road to remain in future plans for park

After a careful review of public feedback and staff recommendations, St. Marys Town Council has made several decisions about the future of Milt Dunnell Field. Council met on Tuesday, July 18 to consider short and long-term plans for improving the park.

The meeting followed a lively public engagement period that saw over 1,300 people share input about proposed changes to the park. The results of an online survey and other correspondence were provided to...

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