St. John's News

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October 14, 2022 - On October 18 to 22, the City of St. John’s will be conducting sewer vapour testing on Empire Avenue and surrounding areas. Testing is required to identify areas of the sewer system that needs updating. Work is scheduled along Empire Avenue and adjacent streets from Columbus Drive to Water Street. See project area map. Consultant RV Anderson and Biomaxx Environmental will be conducting testing for the City of St. John...
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October 13, 2022 - The City of St. John’s together with the St. John’s Port Authority have reached a significant milestone in the cruise ship industry. We are pleased to welcome the 300,000th cruise ship guest to our Port City since 1999. This momentous occasion is being celebrated at a dockside ceremony today. The Mayor of St. John’s, City Council and St. John’s Port Authority representatives will greet a selected visitor as...
October 07, 2022 - Ward 5 Councillor Carl Ridgeley will hold a meeting for those residents of Kilbride with concerns stemming from Hurricane Earl: Tuesday, Oct. 11 Kilbride Community Centre 7 p.m.
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October 06, 2022 - Due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday on Mon. Oct. 10 all City offices and facilities will be closed. The City Council meeting will occur on Tues. Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. All Council meetings are available virtually at stjohns.ca/councilmeetings. Please note: Waste and recycling will not occur on Monday, it will be collected on Tues. Oct. 11, along with regular Tuesday collection. Waste collection time may be later than usual as...
October 06, 2022 - Effective Friday, Oct. 7 at 4:30 p.m., Visitor Information Services at the Welcome Centre, 348 Water Street, will be closed for the season with the exception of cruise ship visits. Visitors can contact the centre during the off season via email: tourism@stjohns.ca. The Ocean Endeavor and the Amera cruise ships are scheduled to arrive on Sunday, Oct. 9. The Visitor Information Centre will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Sky...
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October 05, 2022 - The St. John’s Local Immigration Partnership is hosting the second annual My New St. John’s Live Expo Event for newcomers. The Expo takes place Monday, October 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the St. John’s Community Market, 245 Freshwater Road. Event admission is free.   If you are new to St. John’s, the Expo is your opportunity to: discover what St. John’s has to offer connect with over 50...
October 05, 2022 - Today, Committee of the Whole voted to enhance snow clearing resources at 122 pedestrian street crossings. The recommendation will be referred to a future City Council meeting for a final vote. The cost for more snow clearing resources is $270,015 for eight employees, one supervisor, two leased loaders and two light duty trucks. With the additional resources, pedestrian activated crossings will be cleared within three days (72...
white word balloon on yellow background with text: Youth Forum St. John's
October 04, 2022 - On Tuesday, Oct. 18 the City’s Youth Engagement Working Group (YEWG) is a hosting a forum on youth-oriented municipal topics. The forum provides an opportunity for youth to network with each other and members of Council and learn more about the youth engagement efforts taking place at the City. “The Youth Engagement Working Group is excited to chat with other youth in the city at our in-person event,” says Maria...
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October 03, 2022 - It’s time for Fire Prevention Week, and from October 9-15, the St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) is joining forces with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to remind local residents 'Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape'. This message focuses on what a home escape plan entails and the importance of practicing it. Captain Gary Power states that “these messages are very important,...
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October 03, 2022 - Have you ever wondered what happens to your recycling?    In this region, recycling is collected, sorted and bundled for new markets at the Materials Recovery Facility in Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility.   Come see what happens behind the doors at the MRF on Sunday, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet the staff and see the operation up close.   Did you know, since introducing mandatory...

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