Community News from St. Marys and area.
A classically trained Chef that has returned to his roots after having spent his entire career cooking all over the world The St. Marys Golf & Country is delighted to announce the hiring of Chef Nathan Brown as the new Executive Chef at the St. Marys Golf & Country Club, located at 769 Queen St.…
By Paul Dreossi, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The St. Marys Planning Department presented a plan on Tuesday, January 14 during the evening Council Meeting that considers the future residential growth needs of the Town over the next 25 years. Before purchasing additional lands for future growth can be considered, the province mandates that towns must…
By Paul Dreossi, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter During the Perth South Council meeting that took place on Tuesday, January 14th, Mrs. Andrea Page made a presentation on behalf of the Stratford General Hospital’s 2020 fundraising campaign. Page’s presentation reminded Councillors that Ontario Health Care funding does not cover 100% of the costs associated with running…
By Nancy Abra Last Wednesday evening, January 15th, the Bank of Montreal held a public meeting at Thorndale Community Centre regarding the closing of the BMO branch in Thorndale. Debbie Czaniecki, BMO Regional Vice-President for Kitchener-Waterloo-Stratford, along with 15 local and regional BMO staff were in attendance. Czaniecki said the meeting was to help Thorndale…
Mayor Al Strathdee returns to Council By Paul Dreossi, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter At the first St. Marys Town Council meeting of the new year, Mayor Al Strathdee returned after his medical leave. He thanked everyone for their kindness, including Councillors and town staff for their efforts. He especially thanked Deputy Mayor Marg Luna for…
By Jennifer Thorpe The St. Marys Station Gallery was created to showcase unique Canadian art of acclaimed and emerging artists in a unique space. Now in its fourth year at the historic Grand Trunk Railway venue, the Gallery continues to draw international visitors to world class exhibits. And “FIRST NATIONS” is no exception. Just…
Last Tuesday, the St. Marys Healthcare Foundation received a $5,000 donation from The Esso Sales Agent Association. Krista Linklater, Executive Director of the St. Marys Healthcare Foundation said “the donation was the first of the decade and was made in memory of Marie Hearn.” Pictured, from left, Dave Karn, Marie Hearn’s husband Vic Hearn, Krista…
On Friday, January 10, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. a male known as 47-year-old Darren Borth was located by the Stratford Police in the Town of St Marys and arrested for several incidents of theft from the LCBO Store in St Marys. The male had been identified as being responsible for theft of product from the…
Joining the St. Marys Independent team in the newly created position of “journalist of civic matters” is local resident Paul Dreossi. Paul has been teaching as a part-time professor at Fanshawe College for the last 18 years, as well as working as a carpenter, architectural designer and consultant. He lives in a historical home with…
The Stratford & District Chamber of Commerce BEA Awards offer businesses the chance to shine and is an opportunity for businesses to promote advancement of responsible business leadership within the community. The organizing committee is seeking public input for the nominations. Any business or entrepreneur whom you feel has exemplified leadership, customer service, determination and…