St. John's News
January 31, 2019 - The municipalities of St. John’s, Conception Bay South, Mount Pearl, Paradise, Portugal Cove-St. Philip's, and Torbay are holding a regional food drive throughout the month of February during winter festival events.
In response to the recent fire at the Community Food Sharing Association warehouse, residents are encouraged to help re-stock the food bank by donating non-perishable food items when attending a community...
January 30, 2019 - Celebrate winter with a variety of free activities taking place Feb. 14 to 18.
Indoor and outdoor events are planned for ChillFest 2019, including:
New this year, a family skate at The Loop with some of your favourite storybook characters, and a screening of the movie Peter Rabbit at the Scotiabank Theatre.
Back by popular demand are a Kitchen Party at the Johnson GEO Centre and Mega Play for children and families at St....
January 17, 2019 - Engagement sessions on the Public Transit Review planned for Thursday, Jan. 24. and Friday, Jan. 25 have been postponed; however, sessions on the Bike Master Plan will proceed as scheduled.
The City is hosting four drop-in engagement sessions on the preliminary cycling plan. We are seeking feedback about the draft vision statement; comparing bike route options; comparing surface types; and, comfort levels on different types of...
January 10, 2019 - Residents are encouraged to participate in the next round of public engagement on two important strategies: Bike St. John’s Draft Master Plan and Public Transit Operational Review.
The City is hosting four drop-in engagement sessions on the preliminary cycling plan. Two of the sessions will include opportunities for Public Transit Review feedback.
For engagement on the Bike Master Plan the city is seeking feedback about the...
January 07, 2019 - The City of St. John’s is accepting nominations for the 2019 Heritage Awards by 4 p.m. Monday, January 21, 2019. To submit a nomination or for more information, call 709-570-2041 or email planning@stjohns.ca.
Citizens are encouraged to nominate a Heritage Building or other building in the City’s Heritage Areas that is deserving of this recognition; property owners can nominate their own property.
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December 19, 2018 - Winter holidays are a time for families and friends to get together. But that also means a greater risk for fire. Following a few simple tips will ensure a happy and fire-safe holiday season.
The St. John's Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) are urging people to stay safe throughout the festive season while celebrating with family and friends. Some of the main causes of fire in the home at this time of year are candles left...
December 19, 2018 - Due to the upcoming holidays all City offices and facilities are closed;
Noon on Monday, Dec. 24, re-opening Thursday, Dec. 27.
Noon on Monday, Dec. 31, re-opening Wednesday, Jan. 2.
Please note the following exceptions:
The Access Call Centre is available to residents 24/7; however front counter service is unavailable during times noted above.
Parking meter regulations will not be enforced Tuesday, Dec. 25;...
December 17, 2018 - Candles may be pretty to look at, however they are a cause of home fires – and home fire deaths. Remember, a candle is an open flame, which means that it can easily ignite anything that can burn.
The St. John's Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) would like to remind all citizens that the most important step you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe is to ensure that your home has working smoke alarms. To help...
December 10, 2018 - Today, the City of St. John’s released the details of Budget 2019, the first year in a three-year budget plan for 2019-2021.
“Revenues and expenditures are balanced at $304,677,022, up 2.4 per cent from 2018,” said Councillor Dave Lane, lead Councillor for the City’s Finance and Administration portfolio. “Our goal is to provide high quality services and valuable programs in a fiscally responsible...
December 10, 2018 - Due to the volume of snow occurring early this year, the City of St. John’s is required to implement the on-street parking ban outside the downtown, and the early morning parking ban in the downtown, as of 12:30 a.m., Thursday, December 13.
Typically, the City implements the parking ban in early January and had previously announced the ban date for this year as January 2, 2019. The recent heavy snowfall, compounded by...