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St. Marys Public Library welcomes Perth South residents back with new agreement

The St. Marys Public Library is pleased to announce a new five-year agreement with the Township of Perth South, effective January 1, 2025. This agreement will enable Perth South residents to access the library's extensive resources and services once again.

The St. Marys Public Library has decided to extend these services earlierthan January 1, 2025, allowing Perth South residents to access the library effective immediately. Residents of Perth South can call (519-284-3346) or visit the library (15 Church...

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Town evaluates preparedness with annual emergency exercise

When it comes to emergency management, practice makes perfect. 

That’s the idea behind the Town of St. Marys' annual emergency exercise. The exercise brings Town employees and their peers together for a simulated emergency. This year, the simulation was based on an unprecedented rainstorm that caused localized flooding and damage to local infrastructure.

Those involved in the annual exercise include members of the Town’s Emergency Control Group who have key roles to play during a crisis.

The exercise...

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Town reminds residents of alternate payment options during Canada Post strike

Due to the ongoing Canada Post strike, mail delivery is currently impacted. Property tax billings were completed for the year and sent out prior to the strike. Payment due dates for property taxes and parking tickets will not change.

Property owners and residents are reminded that they remain responsible for ensuring property tax payments are made on time by the specified due date. Standard penalties will apply for late payments. Failure to receive a tax notice does not exempt the responsibility...

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The 2024 Holiday celebration in St. Marys continues!

St. Marys is buzzing with holiday cheer and festive fun!

The Holiday Light Tour, launching on Friday, November 29, features St. Marys best-dressed homes. Download and print the map at www.discoverstmarys.ca/happyholidays. Hard copies of the map are available at municipal facilities. The self-guided tour runs until January 1, 2025.

Our wonderful WinterLights continue every evening from 5:00 to 11:00 p.m. at Milt Dunnell Field. The ever-popular horse and wagon rides will return on December 6 and 7...

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Town Council will consider a by-law to pass the 2025 Budget on December 10, 2024 meeting

Notice is hereby given that Council will consider a by-law to adopt the 2025 budget on December 10, 2024, at its regular 6:00 p.m. meeting in Town Hall Council Chambers (175 Queen St. E).

The draft 2025 budget can be viewedonline or in person at the Municipal Operation Centre (408 James St. S).

Council held public meetings to deliberate the budget on October 15, 2024, and November 19, 2024. Another budget meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers.

All meetings will be livestreamed on the...

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