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The 2025 Stonetown Heritage Festival is almost here!

Fun for everyone July 11 – 13

The highly anticipated Stonetown Heritage Festival will take the streets of St. Marys bringing the community together through creativity, culture, entertainment and flavour.

Kicking off the weekend festivities will be a complimentary outdoor movie (Minecraft) at Cadzow Park starting at dusk, hosted by The Friends of the St. Marys Public Library.

Saturday (July 12) begins with seasonal local goodies at the Farmers’ Market at Milt Dunnell Field, just a short stroll from...

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St. Marys hosting Stonetown Triathlon July 6

The Stonetown Triathlon comes to St. Marys this Sunday, July 6, 2025!

During the competition young athletes aged 8-19 years will swim in the quarry, cycle our streets, and run along the Thames River.

To accommodate the cycling route, the following roads will be closed from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 6:

• Thomas St. from Park St. to the Sewage Treatment Plant
• Park St. from Thomas St. to Water St. S
• Water St. S from Park St. to the entrance of the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame

Queen St. will...

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Town seeking input on development of Cemetery Master Plan

The Town of St. Marys is developing a Cemetery Master Plan to guide the future of the St. Marys Cemetery over the next 25 years. This initiative will ensure the cemetery continues to meet the evolving needs of the community while preserving its historical significance and enhancing operational sustainability.

In collaboration with consultants and incorporating public feedback, this plan aims to assess the current condition and capacity of the cemetery, formulate strategies for long-term...

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Discover the hidden gems of St. Marys this summer with the Summer in St. Marys Passport!

Back by popular demand, the St. Marys Museum, in partnership with several local attractions, is thrilled to announce the return of the Summer in St. Marys Passport for summer 2025. This exciting initiative invites both locals and tourists to explore the rich heritage and vibrant culture of St. Marys through a series of captivating stops. 

“The feedback from last year’s passport was overwhelmingly positive,” says St. Marys Museum Cultural Services Manager, Amy Cubberley. “We are excited to offer...

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Ontario Senior of the Year award presented to Connie Douglas

Recognizing outstanding contributions to the St. Marys community

The Town of St. Marys is proud to announce Connie Douglas as the recipient of the prestigious Ontario Senior of the Year Award for 2025 for the Town of St. Marys. This honour recognizes multiple individuals in municipalities across Ontario who have made significant contributions to enriching the social, cultural, and civic life of their communities.

Connie Douglas has exemplified the spirit of community service through her tireless...

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