St. John's News
August 29, 2014 - According to the latest alert issued by Environment Canada (https://ecalertme.weather.gc.ca/warning-latest_e.php?ualert_id=1946&alert_code=SPS) rapid tide-like changes may occur in harbour and coastline water levels over Eastern Newfoundland. The most probable period for this would be later this morning and into the afternoon.
Residents in Quidi Vidi, the Battery and the Outer Battery, could expect abnormal tidal...
August 28, 2014 - Due to the Labour Day holiday on Monday, September 1 all City offices and facilities will be closed with the exception of:
The Visitor Information Centre at 348 Water Street, which will be open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.;
The Bowring Park Splashpad will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. This is its last day of operation for 2014; and,
The Access St. John’s Call Centre, which is available to residents 24 hours a day, seven days a...
August 21, 2014 - The City of St. John’s wishes to advise the public that until mid-September, minor exploratory work will take place in Bannerman Park around the existing bandstand. This work is required as part of the design process presently underway for the upgrade of the bandstand.
Park users will notice that the site has been secured and work is occurring. However, the exploratory work will be minor in nature and will not have a...
August 20, 2014 - The outdoor pool at Bowring Park will have its final day of operation in 2014 on Sunday, August 24.
The splash pad at Bowring Park will remain open until end of the day on Monday, September 1, 2014.
Thank you to lifeguards and other City staff who welcomed more than 27,000 visitors to the Bowring Park pool this summer.
For further information:
Access St. John’s
Phone: 311 or (709) 754-CITY (2489)
August 12, 2014 - City of St. John’s resident registration for Recreation programs begins Thursday, August 14, 2014 at 8:00 am. Registration is available online, by telephone and in person.
The Active Living Guide outlining programs for the fall will be distributed to households this week and is also available on the City’s website.
Customers with an existing account can register on line at RECconnect, in-person or by...
August 08, 2014 - The City of St. John’s has lifted its ban on residential fire pits, fire bowls and ‘chiminea’ style devices, as well as residential fireworks.
“Remember, it is important to always use good fire safety precautions when lighting fires,” said Fire Chief Jerry Peach. “Keep your fires contained and at a manageable size, and ensure you have an extinguisher on hand at all times.”
As...
August 05, 2014 - Pet owners are being encouraged to license their animals during the month of August through a social media promotion.
#GetTagged will promote the benefits of licensing by asking pet owners to license their pets and then to post a picture on one of the City’s social media platforms.
Despite the fact that the City’s Animal Control Legislation requires all pets to the licensed, Humane Services estimates that...
August 04, 2014 - The Royal St. John’s Regatta is set to occur on Wednesday, Aug. 6. If the weather is not suitable on that date and the Regatta Committee postpones the event, the following list pertains to whichever day the Royal St. John’s Regatta occurs.
Residents are advised that due to the Royal St. John’s Regatta holiday all City offices are closed on Regatta Day.
Recreation Centres
On Regatta Day, the Bowring Park Pool is...
August 01, 2014 - On July 16, the City of St. John’s announced a framework for its First World War Commemorative Program. The program will have three key components: a legacy project, a grants program and an opportunity for City departments to offer existing programs and services around a First World War theme.
The First World War Commemorative Grants Program will provide grants to community groups and organizations seeking financial and/...
July 28, 2014 - The City of St. John’s is pleased to announce that Kathy Oke has been chosen to complete the mural on the walls in the area of the Victoria Street steps.
Kathy Oke is a multi-disciplinary artist based in St. John’s, where she has completed a number of mural projects in the past. She completed the Visual Arts Program at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine...