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Get ready, get set for 2024 Stonetown Heritage Festival!

Fun for everyone July 12 – 14

The countdown is on! The beloved Stonetown Heritage Festival takes to the streets of St. Marys from July 12 to 14.

Explore St. Marys and its history first-hand with one of our self-guided walking tours. Digital maps can be found starting Monday, July 8 at www.discoverstmarys.ca/festival. Enjoy a complimentary outdoor movie at Cadzow Park starting at dusk, hosted by The Friends of the St. Marys Public Library.

Saturday begins with delicious seasonal goodies at the...

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Locals encouraged to discover their own town with Summer in St. Marys Passport

The St. Marys Museum, in collaboration with various local attractions, launched a 2024 Summer in St. Marys Passport on July 1, 2024. The initiative aims to encourage residents to be a tourist in their own town and experience the many attractions that St. Marys has to offer.

“The idea came when I was working on my ‘Looking Back’ column last year.” says Cultural Services Manager Amy Cubberley. “The Museum ran a similar program in 1998 and it seemed like a great way to encourage folks to check out...

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Volunteers needed for Ontario Summer Games triathlon events

The Town of St. Marys is seeking volunteers to support the triathlon events for the 2024 Ontario Summer Games.

On August 2 and 3, 2024, 60 young athletes will swim, cycle and run through St. Marys as part of the Games, which are being hosted by the City of London. Volunteers are needed from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on both days.

Volunteer roles include barrier guards, who will help manage the multiple road closures required for the triathlon. Barrier guards will be required to stand for up to 45...

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2024 Stonetown Heritage Festival shaping up to be a memorable experience for all

More vendors, more food, and more fun from July 12-14!

Whether you are a first-time attendee or a Heritage Festival regular, this year’s event promises to be a memorable experience for all!

This year’s festival will see over 40 businesses, vendors and community groups line the downtown streets offering an array of goods and valuable insight into various services within the community.

“Downtown St. Marys will be the place to be on Saturday, July 13,” says Events Coordinator Alanna Bowes. “Local businesses are...

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Devin Oliver named Firefighter of the Month for July

The St. Marys Fire Department is pleased to announce Devin Oliver as its “Firefighter of the Month” for July.

Devin is the department’s newest hire. He was born in Stratford and moved to St. Marys for a few years when he was 9 years old.

Devin is a graduate of Lambton College’s Pre-Service Fire program, where he obtained Firefighter Level I and II, Hazmat Awareness and Operation, and Technical Rope Rescue certificates.

When asked why he wanted to become a firefighter, Devin explained that...

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