St. John's News
October 20, 2014 - The City of St. John’s has launched a new way to connect with the City – an app for iPhones called ‘311 St. John’s’.
The app is a convenient way to report problems such as a parking meter malfunction, missing street signs, or to make requests including to empty overflowing waste bins.
“The primary benefit of the app for residents is they are able to report problems or concerns when...
October 17, 2014 - The current track of Hurricane Gonzalo has the system approaching near the City of St. John’s, during the late evening hours on Saturday, October 18.
Throughout the past 48 hours, City crews have been inspecting municipal infrastructure, including roads, culverts, parks and rivers, to ensure that all systems are clear and in proper working order.
There are many steps that residents can take to ensure personal...
October 17, 2014 - On Monday October 20 from noon to 7 p.m., the City of St. John’s Humane Services invites you to ‘Fall’ in Love with a new pet cat for your family.
Numbers are up, the animal shelter at 81 Higgins Line is at capacity. There are many beautiful and healthy cats and kittens that are in need of loving homes.
Residents are encouraged to visit the shelter next week. Adoption fees will be reduced from $120...
October 16, 2014 - The City of St. John’s will enhance its efforts to address landlords and property owners who have a history of non-compliance with City laws and regulations, particular those with tenants living in substandard conditions.
“Property owners with a history of non-compliance - in addition to allowing unsafe or substandard conditions - are a drain on the system and a drain on public resources,” said Deputy Mayor...
October 16, 2014 - On October 17, the final cruise ship scheduled for the 2014 season will be making a stop in the Port of St. John’s.
Date: Friday, October 17
Ship: Legend of the Seas
Arrival Time: 6:30 a.m.
Departure Time: 4 p.m.
Passengers: 1804
Crew: 720
Details: The Legend of the Seas is a 10-night Canada Cruise from Quebec City. This is the last cruise ship visit scheduled for 2014.
The Legend of the Seas...
October 14, 2014 - Following the success of the 2013 pilot program, the City is once again encouraging environmentally-friendly options for disposing of fallen leaves.
“We are encouraging residents to either mulch their leaves or, when mulching is not an option, to put their leaves on the curb in compostable paper bags,” said Councillor Jonathan Galgay, Chair of the Standing Committee on Public Works.
Mulching is a cost-...
October 09, 2014 - Due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday on Monday, October 13 all City offices and facilities will be closed. Most City services are affected by the Thanksgiving Day holiday. Please note:
Waste collection proceeds as normal beginning at 8 a.m.; garbage collection in areas 1A & 1B and recycling collection in area 1A.
The landfill at Robin Hood Bay is open for commercial users only while the Residential Drop-Off is closed as it is...
October 08, 2014 - The City of St. John’s is pleased to announce that, beginning October 15, users of GoBus will now have access to smart cards that offer discounts for frequent users.
“Fare parity with Metrobus is an important principle for City Council,” said Deputy Mayor Ron Ellsworth. “We appreciate that frequent users of GoBus should be able to avail of the same discounts that riders of Metrobus can access, and we...
October 06, 2014 - This week, one cruise ship will be making a stop in the Port of St. John’s.
Date: Wednesday, October 8
Ship: The Legend of the Seas
Arrival Time: 7 a.m.
Departure Time: 5 p.m.
Passengers: 1804
Crew: 720
Details: The Legend of the Seas starts its 10-night cruise in Quebec City and visits multiple Canadian cities as well as Saint-Pierre et Miquelon.
The Insignia, originally scheduled to arrive at 1 p.m. on Friday,...
October 03, 2014 - On Wednesday, October 8, the City of St. John’s will host an information session for individuals interested in participating in a Neighbourhood Watch.
“Neighbourhood Watch is not a new program,” said Councillor Bernard Davis, Chair of the Standing Committee on Community Services, “but it is a proven way to reduce and prevent crime at the community level.”
The City of St. John’s and...