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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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Safety Tips During A Power Outage
Thursday, February 14, 2019 - 4:30pm
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department wishes to remind all residents of what measures to take before, during and after a storm. The following safety tips will help keep you and your family safe.
read more Safety Tips During A Power Outage
Improved Signage and Marketing Initiatives to Enha...
Wednesday, February 13, 2019 - 4:00pm
City of St. John’s and Destination St. John’s take a regional approach to future tourism growth.
read more Improved Signage and Marketing Initiatives to Enhance Tourism on the Northeast Avalon
Council Announces Engagement on Capital Budget for...
Tuesday, February 12, 2019 - 2:30pm
Today, St. John’s City Council launched an engagement process for the capital budget for 2019. The proposed plan includes nearly $20 million for capital projects.
read more Council Announces Engagement on Capital Budget for 2019
Block the Pockets
Wednesday, February 6, 2019 - 5:45pm
...asking the community to “Block the Pockets” in our fire trucks on Sunday, February 10 in support of the Community Food Sharing Association.
read more Block the Pockets
Economic Review 2018 Released by City
Wednesday, February 6, 2019 - 3:00pm
Climate remains subdued into 2019...
read more Economic Review 2018 Released by City
Regional Food Drive: Winter Festival Events
Thursday, January 31, 2019 - 2:15pm
In response to the recent fire at the Community Food Sharing Association warehouse, residents are encouraged to help the food bank by donating non-perishable food items during community events.
read more Regional Food Drive: Winter Festival Events
ChillFest: St. John's Winter Celebration
Wednesday, January 30, 2019 - 1:15pm
Celebrate winter with a variety of indoor and outdoor activities taking place Feb. 14 to 18. ChillFest has something for everyone and all activities are offered free of charge.
read more ChillFest: St. John's Winter Celebration
Public Engagement: Bike Master Plan; Transit Revie...
Thursday, January 17, 2019 - 6:00pm
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.
read more Public Engagement: Bike Master Plan; Transit Review Engagement Postponed
Public Engagement: Bike Master Plan and Public Tra...
Thursday, January 10, 2019 - 6:30pm
Residents are encouraged to participate in the next round of public engagement on two important strategies: Bike St. John’s Master Plan and Public Transit Review. Sessions run Jan 23 to 26.
read more Public Engagement: Bike Master Plan and Public Transit Review
​Nominations Open for Heritage Awards
Monday, January 7, 2019 - 4:15pm
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.
read more ​Nominations Open for Heritage Awards
Christmas Fire Safety – Light up Your Tree, Not Yo...
Wednesday, December 19, 2018 - 5:30pm
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.
read more Christmas Fire Safety – Light up Your Tree, Not Your Home
Christmas and New Year Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, December 19, 2018 - 4:00pm
During the upcoming holidays all City offices and facilities are closed. Please note some exceptions and changes to the waste collection schedule.
read more Christmas and New Year Holiday City Schedule
Candle Fire Safety
Monday, December 17, 2018 - 7:30pm
Candles may be pretty to look at, however they are a cause of home fires. SJRFD would like to remind all citizens of steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
read more Candle Fire Safety
City Council Presents Budget for 2019-2021
Monday, December 10, 2018 - 9:15pm
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.
read more City Council Presents Budget for 2019-2021
City Implements On-Street Winter Parking Ban
Monday, December 10, 2018 - 9:15pm
Due to the volume of snow occurring early this year, the City is implementing the on-street parking ban outside downtown, and the early morning parking ban in the downtown.
read more City Implements On-Street Winter Parking Ban
City Releases Operating Grants for Metrobus/GoBus...
Tuesday, December 4, 2018 - 2:45pm
As part of the 2019 operating budget for the City of St. John’s, City Council will vote on the operating grant provided to the St. John’s Transportation Commission.
read more City Releases Operating Grants for Metrobus/GoBus Services
City Shares Operating Costs for St. John’s Sports...
Tuesday, December 4, 2018 - 2:45pm
As part of the 2019 operating budget for the City of St. John’s, City Council will vote on the operating grant provided to St. John’s Sports and Entertainment (SJSEL) of $2.9 million.
read more City Shares Operating Costs for St. John’s Sports and Entertainment
Timed Free Parking Zone Signs to be Installed
Monday, December 3, 2018 - 12:15pm
Today, the City will begin installation of Timed Free Parking Zones. The time limit in each zone will be either two hours or four hours. All new signage will be posted during the coming weeks.
read more Timed Free Parking Zone Signs to be Installed
Residential and Commercial Assessments now Availab...
Monday, November 26, 2018 - 2:45pm
Beginning November 26, 2018, owners of both residential and commercial properties can access their 2019 assessed values online. Assessments are also being mailed to property owners.
read more Residential and Commercial Assessments now Available
10-Year Affordable Housing Strategy
Thursday, November 22, 2018 - 2:00pm
To address housing needs, this strategy has the vision of looking internally while working in-step with partners, stakeholders and residents to create & maintain safe, suitable, and affordable housing
read more 10-Year Affordable Housing Strategy
Timed Free Parking Zones to be Installed
Monday, November 19, 2018 - 8:45pm
To encourage parking turnover in areas where there are missing or broken parking meters the City is introducing a temporary solution of ‘Timed Free Parking Zones’.
read more Timed Free Parking Zones to be Installed
City Signs Mile One Lease Agreement
Monday, November 19, 2018 - 8:30pm
The City, and St. John’s Sports and Entertainment have signed a lease agreement with the owners of the St. John’s Edge of the National Basketball League of Canada and the Newfoundland Growlers...
read more City Signs Mile One Lease Agreement
Bike Rack Shortlist on Display
Friday, November 16, 2018 - 1:30pm
The shortlist prototypes of the bike rack design contest are on display and open to online voting by the public until Friday, Nov. 30.
read more Bike Rack Shortlist on Display
Celebrate National Child Day
Thursday, November 15, 2018 - 3:45pm
The City of St. John’s is celebrating National Child Day, a day to celebrate the rights of children everywhere, with a week of free events from Sunday, Nov. 18 to Saturday, Nov. 24.
read more Celebrate National Child Day
Paul Reynolds Pool Closed Until December 9
Wednesday, November 14, 2018 - 9:30pm
The swimming pool at the Paul Reynolds Community Centre is closed until December 9.
read more Paul Reynolds Pool Closed Until December 9

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