St. John's News
July 18, 2018 - The City of St. John’s water system is supplied from the protected watersheds of Windsor Lake, Bay Bulls Big Pond and Petty Harbour Long Pond.
During summer it is not uncommon for some residents to experience a slight ‘earthy’ or ‘musty’ odour and taste on their drinking water. This taste and odour is caused by trace levels of naturally occurring organic substances produced by plants and algae in the...
July 12, 2018 - Economic Outlook 2018 reports that economic growth in the St. John’s Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) is expected to be relatively unchanged from 2017 with real gross domestic product (GDP) expected to increase by 0.7 per cent, largely due to oil production gains.
“Household income and retail trade are expected to grow slightly throughout 2018,” said Mayor Danny Breen. “However, we do see the economic slowdown...
July 11, 2018 - The St. John’s Regional Fire Department wishes to remind all citizens that due to the current high index and dry windy conditions, a fire advisory is presently in effect.
All permits for open air fires are banned, however contained fires such as chimineas and barrels with spark arrestors are permitted. In the meantime, the St. John’s Regional Fire Department is asking people to be fire safe when using barbecues, chimineas...
July 09, 2018 - The forest fire in the area of Kenmount Terrace in the City of St. John’s is under control. Due to excessive amounts of smoke, residents are advised to turn off their air exchange and HVAC systems and close all windows.
St. John’s Regional Fire Department also ask that any residents near the fire area water down any mulch on their property.
Motorists are asked to please avoid Kenmount Terrace and Kenmount Park area....
July 06, 2018 - This summer the City is changing traffic circulation at Rawlins Cross on a trial basis. Before the changes are put in place, an information session for the public is planned for July 25.
Drop-in Information Session
Wednesday, July 25
6 to 8 p.m.
Bannerman Park Pool House
By removing traffic signals and introducing new yield signs prior to entering the area, the goals of this pilot project are to improve safety, reduce...
July 05, 2018 - Lithium ion batteries supply power to many kinds of devices including smart phones, laptops, scooters, e-cigarettes, smoke alarms, toys and even cars. Take care when using them. In rare cases, they can cause a fire or explosion.
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) wishes to remind all citizens of the following safety tips when using lithium ion batteries;
Items to be Aware of
These batteries store a large...
July 05, 2018 - Due to the Orangemen’s Day holiday on Monday, July 9, most City offices and facilities will be closed including the Access St. John’s front counter service.
The City Council meeting regularly scheduled for every second Monday in the summer will take place on Tuesday, July 10 at 4:30 p.m.
Please note the following exceptions:
Garbage and recycling collection is unaffected by the holiday. As per the regular schedule,...
July 05, 2018 - The swimming pool at Bowring Park turns 50 years-old this summer, and to celebrate the City of St. John’s and the Bowring Park Foundation are hosting a small event at the pool at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 11.
Swimming patrons will be invited to ride the newly installed water slide and the Bowring Park Foundation, in partnership with Coleman’s grocery store, will be giving away two bicycles through a prize draw.
A...
July 04, 2018 - This morning, the Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Environment, was joined by Danny Breen, Mayor of the City of St. John’s, to announce over $46 million for municipal infrastructure projects in the city.
Funding was allocated through the 2017-2020 Multi-Year Capital Works program and projects will be cost-shared 50/50 between the Provincial Government and the City of St. John’s. The list of...
July 04, 2018 - The results of the city’s public engagement process to help evaluate the 2018 Winter Parking Restriction pilot project are now available. View the ‘What we Heard’ document at engagestjohns.ca.
On January 30, 2018 the City initiated an overnight parking restriction on sections of Water Street and Duckworth Street between 3:30 and 6:30 a.m. The purpose of the restriction was to enhance snow clearing in the downtown core...