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The City of St. John's ensures media, residents and businesses are kept informed about issues, programs, initiatives and projects the City is working on by posting media releases, media advisories and public service announcements to this webpage. This view shows ALL the hot topics news sorted by Publication Date in descending order. Please click 'read more' on any of the news items below to learn more.
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Sidewalk Snow Clearing Routes
Friday, December 22, 2017 - 1:00pm
The City clears sidewalks on at least one side of the majority of all arterial and collector streets near schools. There are 36 schools in total. Areas immediately adjacent to schools are the first
read more Sidewalk Snow Clearing Routes
REAL Tree of Giving
Wednesday, December 20, 2017 - 6:15pm
Decorate our Tree of Giving by purchasing a bulb, with all proceeds going toward providing recreation and leisure opportunities to children and youth in need.
read more REAL Tree of Giving
Celebrate NYE with the Navigators at Quidi Vidi La...
Friday, December 8, 2017 - 4:15pm
The City of St. John's invites everyone to ring in the New Year with a free concert featuring the Navigators next to the Quidi Vidi Lake boathouse starting at 10 p.m. on December 31.
read more Celebrate NYE with the Navigators at Quidi Vidi Lake
GivingTuesday - a Global Day of Giving
Tuesday, November 28, 2017 - 12:45pm
GivingTuesday is a global movement for giving and volunteering when charities and non-profits encourage companies and individuals to support their communities.
read more GivingTuesday - a Global Day of Giving
City Food Drive Starts on Monday
Friday, November 17, 2017 - 9:30pm
From Monday, Nov. 20 to Friday, Nov. 24 the City of St. John’s is holding a food drive to collect non-perishable food items in support of the Community Food Sharing Association.
read more City Food Drive Starts on Monday
National Child Day
Thursday, November 16, 2017 - 7:15pm
National Child Day in Canada is Nov.20 and the City of St. John’s is recognizing it with a week full of free events from Nov.19-26.
read more National Child Day
A Day of Remembrance
Friday, November 10, 2017 - 3:45pm
Every year on November 11, Canadians pause in a silent moment of remembrance for the men and women who have served, and continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict and peace.
read more A Day of Remembrance
Save the Date: Food Drive
Wednesday, November 8, 2017 - 5:00pm
Save the date for the City of St. John's Food Drive, taking place this year from Nov. 20-24.
read more Save the Date: Food Drive
Leaves Must be in Paper Yard Waste Bags
Monday, November 6, 2017 - 6:15pm
Leaves placed at the curb for pick up must be in paper yard waste bags. Leaves in plastic bags will not be collected and will be left at the curbside.
read more Leaves Must be in Paper Yard Waste Bags
2017 Tim Hortons Brier Economic Impact
Friday, October 20, 2017 - 6:30pm
The 2017 Tim Hortons Brier was worth an estimated $10.1 million to the province, including $9.1 million to the City of St. John’s economy.
read more 2017 Tim Hortons Brier Economic Impact
Kiwanis Donate to REAL
Friday, October 20, 2017 - 2:00pm
The Kiwanis Club of St. John's were among the first supporters of the R.E.A.L. Program when it began 15 years ago, and have continued their generosity every year since.
read more Kiwanis Donate to REAL
Waste Reduction Fair
Thursday, October 19, 2017 - 2:15pm
October 16 to 22 is Waste Reduction Week in Canada and to celebrate we're hosting a fair, a selfie contest and a backyard composting information session.
read more Waste Reduction Fair
Waste Reduction Contest
Friday, October 13, 2017 - 6:45pm
During Waste Reduction Week in Canada show us how you reduce waste in your home, school or workplace.
read more Waste Reduction Contest
City Council, 2017-2021
Wednesday, October 11, 2017 - 1:45pm
Congratulations to City Council, 2017-2021, who are now officially sworn-in to office.
read more City Council, 2017-2021
Fire Prevention Week, October 8-14
Tuesday, October 10, 2017 - 4:00pm
Everyone needs to know what to do and where to go if there is a fire. Do you have a plan?
read more Fire Prevention Week, October 8-14
Fur-ever Homes
Thursday, October 5, 2017 - 12:45pm
Close to 100 cats were adopted during the recent reduced-fee adoption event, thanks in part to an anonymous donor.
read more Fur-ever Homes
Music @ Atlantic Place
Wednesday, October 4, 2017 - 2:45pm
The last Music @ concert for 2017 takes place 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 at Atlantic Place.
read more Music @ Atlantic Place
National Family Week
Friday, September 29, 2017 - 1:30pm
The City of St. John's is celebrating National Family Week with a variety of activities for families of all ages and abilities!
read more National Family Week
Election Results Database
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 - 8:45pm
Click here for results...
read more Election Results Database
Anonymous Donor Pays it Forward
Friday, September 22, 2017 - 2:00pm
Anonymous benefactor pays it forward and sponsors 50 cat adoptions to help see the animals go to good homes.
read more Anonymous Donor Pays it Forward
Get Your Ballots in the Mail: Deadline Approaching
Tuesday, September 19, 2017 - 12:15pm
Have mailed your ballot yet for the municipal election?
read more Get Your Ballots in the Mail: Deadline Approaching
Why Did the City Reject the Mosque Application?
Tuesday, September 5, 2017 - 2:45pm
Church or mosque doesn't matter; application was rejected due to lack of infrastructure ... read more
read more Why Did the City Reject the Mosque Application?
Emergency Vehicle Access for Chase the Ace
Tuesday, August 29, 2017 - 3:15pm
Doyle’s Road and Petty Harbour Road have been designated as emergency access points for police, fire and ambulance during tomorrow’s Chase the Ace event in Goulds.
read more Emergency Vehicle Access for Chase the Ace
Neighbourhoods Through the Eyes of Children
Wednesday, August 23, 2017 - 5:45pm
Children from community centres and activity centres across the city were asked to show how they felt about their neighbourhoods through a visual art display.
read more Neighbourhoods Through the Eyes of Children
Permanent Road Closure
Monday, August 14, 2017 - 6:45pm
Beginning August 16 a small section of Heavy Tree Road, between Brookfield Road and Commonwealth Road, will be permanently closed to all traffic.
read more Permanent Road Closure

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