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GO Train service no longer available due to end of pilot project

Posted on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 03:26 PM

A pilot project that brought GO train service to St. Marys came to an end this past Friday, October 13, 2023.

The project was launched in 2021 and provided weekday GO train service between London and Toronto, with stops in St. Marys, Stratford, and other locations. The project was operating on a two-year trial basis and has been discontinued by Metrolinx, GO’s parent company.

VIA Rail service will continue to operate in St. Marys, despite changes to GO. Passengers are encouraged to purchase VIA...


Adult Learning offering GED testing until 2024

Posted on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 09:23 AM

Financial support available to cover testing costs

Adult Learning Programs of Perth is assuring residents that it will continue to offer GED preparation and testing until 2024 in response to upcoming changes to the program.

The General Educational Development (GED)® test allows adults who have not finished secondary school the opportunity to earn an Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate signed by the Minister of Education.

Those interesting in obtaining their GED must register to write the...


Halloween fun in Spooktacular St. Marys!

Posted on Monday, October 16, 2023 09:47 AM

Candy, costumes, and much more in store to mark Halloween on October 28

Saturday, October 28 is shaping up to be scary good in St. Marys as our community celebrates Halloween with activities for all ages!

The fun begins at 8:00 a.m. at the St. Marys Farmers’ Market located at the north end of Milt Dunnell Field. Stop by the red pick-up truck for a photo opportunity with family or in your Halloween costume! The market will be collecting donations to the St. Marys’ Salvation Army Food Bank.

The St....

Veterans to be recognized at three events for Remembrance Week

Posted on Monday, October 16, 2023 08:47 AM

St. Marys will mark Remembrance Week 2023 with three events.

On Saturday, November 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., the St. Marys Legion and Army and Navy will host Veterans’ Decoration Day at the St. Marys Cemetery (150 Cain St.)., Loved ones of veterans interred at St. Marys Cemetery are invited to receive complimentary flags to place at veterans' graves. Flags can be picked up at the cemetery chapel on November 4.

On Sunday, November 5, the Royal Canadian Legion will hold a ceremony and parade....


Pyramid Recreation Centre programs affected by power outage

Posted on Sunday, October 15, 2023 09:35 AM

UPDATE: The issue has been resolved and all programs and services are now running as usual. 

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A power outage that occurred this morning (October 15) is affecting facilities and services at the Pyramid Recreation Centre.

Although power to the building has been restored, there are a number of operational checks required before programming can resume. 

As a result, all programming in the building is cancelled until 12:00 p.m., with the exception of pictures for minor hockey and dry land training for...