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Queen Street reconstruction project enters final phase

Completed work has enhanced safety and accessibility for pedestrians

UPDATE: It is estimated that all pedestrian signals will be fully functional once the final phase of the Queen Street reconstruction project is completed.

After three months of work, the first two phases of the Queen Street reconstruction project have come to a close. The section of Queen Street between Water Street and Peel Street has been re-surfaced and sidewalks and water services...

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Reminder: Fire Permits required for backyard campfires and other types of open fires

Planning a backyard campfire or other type of open fire?

By-Law Number 17 of 2012 stipulates that a permit is required for any open fires within the Town of St. Marys.  Anyone contravening the by-law could be convicted and liable to the penalties set out in the Provincial Offences Act. Getting a permit

• Open Fire Permits Cost: $25
• Duration:  Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 (during the calendar year it is issued)
• To receive a permit, please contact the Fire Department at 519-284-1752.

Meeting the requirements

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Roaring Twenties Garden Party returns to the St. Marys Museum

The St. Marys Museum is stepping into the past for its fourth annual Roaring Twenties Garden Party. The event is happening on Sunday, July 10 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m., on the heels of the Stonetown Heritage Festival. Local band, The Halftones, will provide live musical entertainment at 1:00 p.m. on the Museum’s picturesque front porch.

The afternoon event will feature 1920s themed crafts for children and garden games such as bocce and croquet on the front lawn. 1920s dance lessons will be offered throughout...

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St. Marys Library seeks public input on space and services

Survey available until July 13 – Focus groups on July 18 and 19 

The St. Marys Public Library is undergoing a large space and service needs study funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.  As part of the study, the library is asking St. Marys and Perth South residents to complete a survey about the current space and programs, as well as ideas for future development.  The survey is available online at www.townofstmarys.com/librarysurvey and in print at municipal administrative and...

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Stonetown Heritage Festival returns to Queen Street for its 21st year

Featured acts include The Amazing Corbin and White Pine Dancers 

Impromptu illusions, mini-busker shows and interactive storytelling will overtake Queen Street on Saturday, July 9 as St. Marys celebrates the 21st annual Stonetown Heritage Festival. The free event will feature two new featured acts, along with family-friendly activities, food and retail vendors, historical tours, live music, a street dance and a fireworks display.

The festival...

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