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The agreement formalizes a partnership announced earlier this year between the town and TOARC aimed at cleaning up the former limestone quarry, improving safety and preparing the site for future passive recreational use. “Originally, I told council there wouldn’t be a funding agreement but then when we got into the logistics of the project, it just made more sense for the town to remain as the constructor, so the town is … front-ending the costs and this is an agreement for them to
Eight St. Marys residents were recognized for their selfless contributions to the community during the May 12 regular council meeting. As part of the Town of St. Marys’ Strong As Stone program, Mayor Al Strathdee and members of council presented framed certificates and bouquets of flowers to Bruce and Nancy White, Sydney Touzel, Anna Doupe, Nathan Brown, Julie Shackleton, and Marco and Louise D’Angelo. “Annually, this program allows residents to acknowledge selfless deeds that enhance the quality of life within our community,” Strathdee said before presenting each recipient with their award. “We extend our deepest gratitude to all those who dedicate their time, talents and energy to assist others and strengthen our community. Additionally, we wish to express our appreciation to everyone who takes the time to submit nominations. “It’s my pleasure to present our 2026 Strong As Stone recipients. Each nominee reflects the heart and soul of our town, stepping up in moments of need and showing what it means to care for one another. Volunteers like these are the very foundation that makes St. Marys Strong As Stone, inspiring us to believe in a brighter future, a more compassionate future, for everyone who calls our community home.” The program allows community members to nominate residents whose volunteer work and acts of kindness make St. Marys a better place to live.
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St. Marys council has approved a funding agreement with the Ontario Aggregate Resources Corporation (TOARC) as cleanup and rehabilitation work continues at the town’s West Quarry site. At its May 12 meeting, council approved the agreement, which will see TOARC contribute up to $37,641 toward debris removal, site restoration and related rehabilitation work at the former industrial quarry site.
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