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The City of St. John's ensures media, residents and businesses are kept informed about issues, programs, initiatives and projects the City is working on by posting media releases, media advisories and public service announcements to this webpage. This view shows ALL news sorted by Publication Date in descending order. Please click 'read more' on any of the news items below to learn more.
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SJRFD: Deputy Chief of Support Services Appointed
Monday, September 19, 2022 - 10:45am
St. John’s Regional Fire Department Fire Chief Sherry Colford is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Deputy Chief of Support Services.
read more SJRFD: Deputy Chief of Support Services Appointed
Public Engagement: BlindSquare Event App
Monday, September 19, 2022 - 10:15am
In partnership with CNIB, the City of St. John’s invites users and non-users of the BlindSquare Event application, piloted at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall this year to provide feedback.
read more Public Engagement: BlindSquare Event App
City of St. John's will be open and operation...
Friday, September 16, 2022 - 7:15am
Services and facilities will be open, including recreation programs and facilities.
read more City of St. John's will be open and operational Monday, Sept. 19
Book of Condolence at City Hall
Monday, September 12, 2022 - 3:00pm
The book will be in place for signing until September 20, 2022.
read more Book of Condolence at City Hall
Planned Hydrant Flushing and Testing
Friday, September 9, 2022 - 9:30am
...ongoing throughout the City from Set. 12 - Nov. 30
read more Planned Hydrant Flushing and Testing
Seniors Week: October 3 to 7
Thursday, September 8, 2022 - 1:45pm
Older adults and seniors are invited to recognize Seniors’ Week from October 3 to 7 – the theme for 2022 is ‘Seniors Reconnecting’. Join the celebration with a full week of free programs and events.
read more Seniors Week: October 3 to 7
Construction Update: Street Rehabilitation on Sout...
Friday, September 2, 2022 - 10:15am
As part of the Street Rehabilitation program, work on various sections of Southlands Boulevard has been ongoing throughout the summer and will continue to late fall 2022.
read more Construction Update: Street Rehabilitation on Southlands Boulevard Continues
​Labour Day Holiday City Schedule
Thursday, September 1, 2022 - 2:15pm
Due to the Labour Day holiday on Mon. Sept. 5 all City offices and facilities will be closed. Garbage and recycling collection will not occur on Monday, it will be collected on Tues. Sept. 6.
read more ​Labour Day Holiday City Schedule
City Reminds Drivers to Slow Down in School Zones
Thursday, September 1, 2022 - 8:45am
As kids return to school next week, motorists are reminded to reduce their speed to a maximum of 30 km/hr when driving through school zones in St. Johns.
read more City Reminds Drivers to Slow Down in School Zones
Watermain Lining Rehabilitation Work to begin in C...
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 - 12:45pm
Watermains on various streets in the Churchill Square area are scheduled for rehabilitation work in 2022 and 2023.
read more Watermain Lining Rehabilitation Work to begin in Churchill Square Area
Reminder: Stanley Cup Parade and Celebration for A...
Thursday, August 18, 2022 - 10:00am
The City of St. John’s is hosting a parade and celebration for our 2022 Stanley Cup champion, Alex Newhook of the Colorado Avalanche, on Monday, Aug. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m.
read more Reminder: Stanley Cup Parade and Celebration for Alex Newhook on Monday
SJRFD: Updated Fire Advisory for August 16, 2022
Tuesday, August 16, 2022 - 5:00pm
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department wishes to advise all citizens that the fire advisory, dated July 19, 2022, within the Region will be lifted effective midnight, August 16, 2022.
read more SJRFD: Updated Fire Advisory for August 16, 2022
Jumpstart Inclusive Playground Opens August 12
Thursday, August 11, 2022 - 10:30am
...announcing the opening of a new inclusive playground at Mundy Pond Park.
read more Jumpstart Inclusive Playground Opens August 12
Construction for Recreational Pump Track Starts th...
Tuesday, August 9, 2022 - 9:30am
Construction to build a recreational pump track on the grounds of Quidi Vidi Park will start this week and is anticipated to be complete in October.
read more Construction for Recreational Pump Track Starts this Week
City and CUPE Local 569 Reach Collective Agreement
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 - 10:30am
Four-year deal reached with outside workers...
read more City and CUPE Local 569 Reach Collective Agreement
Regatta Day Holiday City Schedule
Monday, August 1, 2022 - 9:30am
All City offices and facilities are closed on Regatta Day. Garbage and recycling collection will occur as normal and is not affected by the holiday.
read more Regatta Day Holiday City Schedule
SJRFD: Updated Fire Advisory
Friday, July 29, 2022 - 3:15pm
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) wishes to advise all citizens that a fire ban remains in effect within the region.
read more SJRFD: Updated Fire Advisory
Parks Public Washrooms Closing at 8 p.m.
Monday, July 25, 2022 - 2:45pm
Due to ongoing and repeated vandalism of public washrooms in park spaces across the City, washrooms will close nightly at 8 p.m.
read more Parks Public Washrooms Closing at 8 p.m.
What We Heard: Public Engagement for Property Mana...
Monday, July 25, 2022 - 11:30am
The City of St. John’s Housing Division recently engaged with landlords and property managers to build knowledge around the provision of affordable housing in St. John’s.
read more What We Heard: Public Engagement for Property Managers and Landlords
More Pay Stations to be Installed Downtown
Monday, July 25, 2022 - 9:30am
This week, the City will begin installing pay stations on Harbour Drive, and throughout the downtown core, in areas that are currently serviced by PayByPhone and Timed Parking.
read more More Pay Stations to be Installed Downtown
Stanley Cup Parade and Celebration for Alex Newhoo...
Friday, July 22, 2022 - 9:15am
The City of St. John’s is hosting a parade and celebration for our 2022 Stanley Cup champion, Alex Newhook of the Colorado Avalanche, on Monday, Aug. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m.
read more Stanley Cup Parade and Celebration for Alex Newhook
Bike Lanes to be Painted on Five Streets
Thursday, July 21, 2022 - 1:00pm
In the coming weeks, unidirectional bike lanes will be painted on five streets in the city.
read more Bike Lanes to be Painted on Five Streets
BlindSquare Event App Orientation
Thursday, July 21, 2022 - 10:00am
CNIB is hosting a free orientation session for people interested in learning how to use the BlindSquare Event App, which is being piloted at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall this summer.
read more BlindSquare Event App Orientation
Fire Advisory for Jurisdiction of SJRFD
Tuesday, July 19, 2022 - 10:15am
All open fires are banned until further notice including chimineas and fire pits.
read more Fire Advisory for Jurisdiction of SJRFD
​Regional Water Conservation Order in Effect
Friday, July 15, 2022 - 3:45pm
With this summer’s warm and dry weather, residents are reminded to limit their use of water outdoors to protect the water supply.
read more ​Regional Water Conservation Order in Effect

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