News from around St. Marys.
Kings steal two points at PRC on Friday By Stewart Grant Komoka 6, St. Marys 4 The Komoka Kings made the most of their opportunities last Friday at the PRC. While Mason Mantzavrakos opened the scoring midway through the first period to give the Lincolns the early lead, Komoka scored five unanswered goals on just…
Town Council has approved an electronic vehicle charging station to be installed at the VIA Station. In a very detailed report, Kelly Deeks-Johnson, Economic Development manager for the Town, asked that the Town approve the installation of an EVC styation and fund the project through a variance in the 2019 budget or through inclusion in…
Below are the Candidate bios, followed by 7 questions submitted by our readings and each individual answer John Nater, Conservative (C) Raised on a family farm in Logan Township (now West Perth), John quickly learned the importance of hard work and service to his community. He is proud to put those values into action in…
After defeating the Legionnaires 3-1 in Sarnia the previous night By Pat Payton Josh Diamond shone for the Strathroy Rockets last Friday night at the PRC. The diminutive 19-year-old Strathroy native kicked out 45 shots and stood his ground all night to steal a 1-0 win for the visiting Rockets over the St. Marys Lincolns.…
The St. Marys Fire Department recently received delivery of its new HP 75 E-One Aerial ladder truck. It is designated as Aerial 2 and replaces a truck that had been in service for 29 years, nine years beyond recognized frontline service standards. Aerial 2 was purchased through 1200 Degrees Darch Fire, built by E-One Fire…
A new pedestrian crossover installed at James Street South within the Community Safety Zone across from St. Marys District Collegiate and Vocational Institute (DCVI) will become operational on October 15, 2019. A pedestrian crossover is a designated crossing area that allows pedestrians to easily and safely cross the road. By law, drivers and cyclists must…
A charming love story, magical illusions and memorable music opens the St. Marys Community Players 2019-2020 season with the musical, The Fantasticks by Tom Jones, book and lyrics, and Harvey Schmidt, music. The show opens Friday, October 25, with a preview performance on Thursday, October 24 and closing on Sunday, November 3 after 8 performances.…
By Chet Greason The six candidates vying to represent the riding of Perth-Wellington in this month’s federal election had an opportunity to bring their platforms to the voting public at the first of two debates organized by the Stratford and St. Marys Area District Chamber of Commerce at the Pyramid Recreation Centre on Monday, September…
Flyers complete comeback in ‘B’ Division with three consecutive victories By Pat Payton It’s proven to be a deadly combination for the Tribe. They can hit for power from top to bottom in their batting order, and they also play solid defence. They’re two good reasons why this powerful team has lost only one game…
Brock Chessell picks up a gold, two bronze in Newcastle, England in August By Pat Payton Brock Chessell may soon have a dilemma . . . finding extra space in his room to hang all the medals he’s bringing home from World and Canadian transplant games. The 13-year-old St. Marys resident travelled to Newcastle, England…