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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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Freedom of the City
Thursday, May 26, 2016 - 1:30pm
Philanthropist Elinor Gill Ratcliffe was awarded the Freedom of the City on Thursday, May 19.
read more Freedom of the City
Victoria Day Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 - 6:00pm
Due to the Victoria Day holiday on Monday, May 23 all City offices and facilities will be closed. Garbage and recycling pick up will occur the day after regular collection day for all areas this week.
read more Victoria Day Holiday City Schedule
Compost Information Sessions
Tuesday, May 17, 2016 - 3:45pm
The City of St. John’s, in partnership with the MMSB and MUN Botanical Garden, are offering free backyard composting information sessions to residents of St. John’s.
read more Compost Information Sessions
Cruise Ship Balmoral
Thursday, May 12, 2016 - 2:45pm
The Balmoral cruise ship, with 1860 passengers and crew, is scheduled to arrive in the Port of St. John’s on Friday, May 13 at 8 a.m. and depart at 2 p.m.
read more Cruise Ship Balmoral
Municipal Awareness Day
Wednesday, May 11, 2016 - 1:45pm
Grade five students from MacDonald Drive Elementary visited City Hall to learn more about their municipality for Municipal Awareness Day, Wednesday, May 11, 2016.
read more Municipal Awareness Day
Music at Quidi Vidi Village Plantation
Thursday, May 5, 2016 - 4:45pm
The next Music At event of 2016 is at the Quidi Vidi Village Plantation on Saturday, May 7 from 1 to 2 p.m. - and it's free to attend!
read more Music at Quidi Vidi Village Plantation
Council Statement: Fort McMurray
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 - 3:45pm
On behalf of the residents of the City of St. John's, Council sends its thoughts and prayers to the residents of Fort McMurray, Alberta.
read more Council Statement: Fort McMurray
Are you prepared?
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 - 2:15pm
Emergency Preparedness Week is May 1 to 7, 2016. Are you and your family prepared to be on your own for the first 72 hours of an emergency?
read more Are you prepared?
Summer program registration
Tuesday, May 3, 2016 - 2:45pm
Registration for summers programs, for all ages, begins for St. John’s residents at 7 a.m. on Thursday, May 5, and a week later on May 12 for residents of other municipalities.
read more Summer program registration
CANCELLED - Outdoor Cooking course
Tuesday, May 3, 2016 - 11:30am
Unfortunately the Outdoor Cooking course has been cancelled due to low registration.
read more CANCELLED - Outdoor Cooking course
Youth Art Exhibit Opening Reception
Monday, May 2, 2016 - 2:45pm
The 14th Annual Youth Art Exhibit officially opens on Monday, May 2 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Great Hall at City Hall, and is on display during business hours until Friday, May 6.
read more Youth Art Exhibit Opening Reception
Emergency Response Equipment Display
Friday, April 29, 2016 - 12:45pm
The St. John's Regional Fire Department along with Fire and Emergency Services-NL invites you to "Get Prepared" by attending a display of emergency response preparedness equipment.
read more Emergency Response Equipment Display
Demographic Survey nearing completion
Thursday, April 28, 2016 - 1:30pm
A Regional Demographic Survey has been conducted this winter and it is nearing completion. If you receive a phone call asking for your participation we encourage you to take part.
read more Demographic Survey nearing completion
Swimming lessons start soon
Wednesday, April 27, 2016 - 4:15pm
Some spaces remain in our spring swimming lessons and courses, for ages 8 up to adult. All sessions begin the week of May 1 and are open to residents of any municipality.
read more Swimming lessons start soon
Backyard Composting Information Sessions
Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - 4:15pm
Free information sessions about backyard composting, including bins for purchase at the end of the session, are being offered this spring.
read more Backyard Composting Information Sessions
Living with Coyotes
Monday, April 18, 2016 - 12:00pm
Are you concerned about coyotes in your neighbourhood?...
read more Living with Coyotes
2016 Inclusion Summit Hosted in St.John's
Friday, April 15, 2016 - 12:00pm
As a proud member of the 2016 Inclusive Communities Summit Planning Committee, the City of St. John’s would like to congratulate Empower – The Disability Awareness Centre.
read more 2016 Inclusion Summit Hosted in St.John's
Volunteer Profile: Leon Organ
Thursday, April 14, 2016 - 11:45am
The City of St. John’s values the contributions of all volunteers and the impact they have on the community as a whole, including City staff who volunteer.
read more Volunteer Profile: Leon Organ
Volunteer Profile: Roshni Antony
Wednesday, April 13, 2016 - 11:15am
The City of St. John’s values the contributions of all volunteers and the impact they have on the community as a whole, including City staff who volunteer.
read more Volunteer Profile: Roshni Antony
Information Session: Coyotes
Tuesday, April 12, 2016 - 5:30pm
Ward 4 City Councillor Sheilagh O'Leary is hosting a free information session regarding coyotes for residents of Airport Heights on Thursday, April 14.
read more Information Session: Coyotes
Volunteer Profile: David Day
Tuesday, April 12, 2016 - 11:30am
The City of St. John’s values the contributions of all volunteers and the impact they have on the community as a whole, including City staff who volunteer.
read more Volunteer Profile: David Day
Volunteer Profile: Sandy Abbott
Monday, April 11, 2016 - 1:00pm
The City of St. John’s values the contributions of all volunteers and the impact they have on the community as a whole, including City staff who volunteer.
read more Volunteer Profile: Sandy Abbott
Annual Volunteer Awards Presented
Friday, April 8, 2016 - 3:00pm
Today, over 100 volunteers attended the Annual Volunteer Week reception at the Bruneau Centre for Innovation and Research at Memorial University.
read more Annual Volunteer Awards Presented
Registration begins 7 a.m. Thursday, April 7
Tuesday, April 5, 2016 - 4:00pm
Registration for spring swimming lessons and 2016-2017 After School Programs begins for St. John’s residents at 7 a.m. (a new time!) on Thursday, April 7.
read more Registration begins 7 a.m. Thursday, April 7
Starting soon - Relaxation Yoga
Friday, April 1, 2016 - 12:30pm
Relaxation Yoga includes both Meditative Hatha and Yin Yoga and is suitable for beginners and those with prior yoga experience.
read more Starting soon - Relaxation Yoga

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