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Consider the life changing act of becoming a volunteer firefighter

Posted on Friday, May 12, 2023 09:47 AM

St. Marys Fire Department is holding a Firefighter Recruit Open House on June 13

The St. Marys Fire Department (SMFD) is currently recruiting new volunteer firefighters. Anyone interested in learning more is invited to an open house on June 13 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

“Our volunteers consist of everyday people, they could be carpenters, cement plant workers, factory workers, farmers, electricians, mechanics, or work at the local car dealership,” said Fire Chief and Director of Emergency...

Captain Josh Becker named Firefighter of the Month for May

Posted on Monday, May 01, 2023 09:41 AM

This May the St. Marys Fire Department is pleased to announce Josh Becker as its “Firefighter of the Month”.

Captain Josh Becker was selected as Firefighter of the Month for his 10 years of dedicated service to the department,” said Fire Chief Richard “Andy” Anderson. “Becker continues to come with high energy, a positive attitude and professional work ethic toward the volunteer job.”

Captain Josh Becker joined the St. Marys Fire Department as a firefighter in 2013. Before that he was a...

Spring water flushing scheduled for May 1 to 26, 2023

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

The Town of St. Marys will be performing fall water main and hydrant flushing from October 3 to 27, 2023.

Flushing Schedule
  • October 3 to 6, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., area north of Trout Creek and east of the Thames River
  • October 10 to 13, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., area west of the Thames River
  • October 15, 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Queen Street East (downtown core)
  • October 16 to 20, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., area south of Trout Creek from the Thames River to James Street, including James Street South
  • October...

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

Town encouraging nominations to celebrate National Volunteer Week (April 16 – 22, 2023)

In honour of National Volunteer Week, 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 Town Council meetings, celebrated in the media, and given an official certificate.

“We...