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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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Paid Parking Management Strategy to go to Council
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 - 4:15pm
On Wednesday, Jan. 31, City Council will be presented with a Paid Parking Management Strategy at the regularly scheduled Committee of the Whole Meeting.
read more Paid Parking Management Strategy to go to Council
ChillFest: Winter Celebration
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 - 2:00pm
St. John’s ChillFest is a community-wide celebration of winter, with a variety of free activities taking place Feb. 14-18.
read more ChillFest: Winter Celebration
Arbitration Pending on Hockey Exclusivity Clause a...
Monday, January 29, 2018 - 2:45pm
There has been much speculation recently about whether or not there will be a hockey franchise at Mile One for the 2018-19 season.
read more Arbitration Pending on Hockey Exclusivity Clause at Mile One
New Parking Restriction Begins January 30
Tuesday, January 23, 2018 - 7:15pm
To enhance snow clearing and improve accessibility downtown, a new pilot parking restriction will be in place 3:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. daily, beginning Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018.
read more New Parking Restriction Begins January 30
Start of Pet Safe Keeping Program
Monday, January 22, 2018 - 3:30pm
Today, the City of St. John's and partners Royal Newfoundland Constabulary and the Iris Kirby House announce the start of the Pet Safe Keeping Program.
read more Start of Pet Safe Keeping Program
What We Heard: Ten Year Affordable Housing Strateg...
Thursday, January 18, 2018 - 2:15pm
The City released a ‘What we Heard’ document following a public engagement process which took place between May and June 2017, to help inform the next 10 year Affordable Housing Strategy.
read more What We Heard: Ten Year Affordable Housing Strategy
Election 2017: Campaign Contributions and Expenses
Friday, January 12, 2018 - 3:45pm
The campaign contributions and expenses disclosure statements for the 2017 City of St. John’s Municipal Election are now available online.
read more Election 2017: Campaign Contributions and Expenses
Pilot Project: Late Night Parking Restriction Wate...
Monday, January 8, 2018 - 7:45pm
To enhance snow clearing and accessibility in the downtown, the City is introducing a new parking restriction from 3:30 to 6:30 a.m. daily on Water St. and Duckworth St. beginning mid-January.
read more Pilot Project: Late Night Parking Restriction Water Street and Duckworth Street
Nominations Open for 2018 Heritage Awards
Tuesday, January 2, 2018 - 3:15pm
Downtown Heritage Areas are the heart and soul of St. John's and these awards recognize property owners for their work in rehabilitating, restoring and celebrating our rich built heritage.
read more Nominations Open for 2018 Heritage Awards
Christmas and New Years Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, December 20, 2017 - 4:00pm
Some City of St. John's facilities and services schedules are modified during the holidays.
read more Christmas and New Years Holiday City Schedule
Goulds Sewage Pumping Station Replacement
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 - 1:30pm
Construction will begin in the coming weeks to replace the existing Goulds Sewage Pumping Station located at 557 Main Road. A new modernized facility will be built adjacent to the old facility.
read more Goulds Sewage Pumping Station Replacement
Panel to Review Audit Function Announced as part o...
Monday, December 11, 2017 - 6:00pm
The City of St. John’s will establish a panel to review and advise on the best governance process for its Internal Audit function.
read more Panel to Review Audit Function Announced as part of Budget 2018
City Council Approves Budget for 2018
Monday, December 11, 2017 - 6:00pm
Today, the City of St. John’s released the details of Budget 2018, the third year in a three-year budget plan.
read more City Council Approves Budget for 2018
City to Announce Budget 2018 on Monday
Friday, December 8, 2017 - 4:15pm
At the regular meeting of City Council beginning at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, December 11, City Council will share its Budget for 2018. Members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting.
read more City to Announce Budget 2018 on Monday
NYE with the Navigators: Free Concert and Firework...
Thursday, December 7, 2017 - 4:15pm
The City of St. John's invites everyone to ring in the New Year with a free concert featuring the Navigators next to the Quidi Vidi Lake boathouse.
read more NYE with the Navigators: Free Concert and Fireworks
Recycle Cardboard During #DeBoxingDays
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 - 5:15pm
Again this year the City of St. John’s is encouraging residents to recycle cardboard that accompanies holiday shopping and gift giving. #DeBoxingDays
read more Recycle Cardboard During #DeBoxingDays
SJRFD Candle Safety Tips
Tuesday, December 5, 2017 - 1:45pm
When using candles, take extra care and place them away from curtains, pets and children and don’t put them under a shelf or other furniture.
read more SJRFD Candle Safety Tips
Winter Avenue Traffic Calming Project
Friday, December 1, 2017 - 5:15pm
City staff have completed the data collection phase of the Winter Avenue traffic calming project. The no-entry restriction via Kings Bridge Road will remain in place at this time.
read more Winter Avenue Traffic Calming Project
Winter Parking Restrictions
Thursday, November 30, 2017 - 7:15pm
Throughout the city from Dec.1 to March 31 parking is prohibited 24 hours a day on streets designated as ‘No Parking Snow Route.’ Winter parking regulations vary, depending on where you live.
read more Winter Parking Restrictions
Council has Approved Medium-Sized Bin for Automate...
Tuesday, November 28, 2017 - 2:15pm
City Council has voted to approve the medium-sized bin (240 liters) for automated garbage collection. Full details on which areas will be included in the phase one will be announced in 2018.
read more Council has Approved Medium-Sized Bin for Automated Garbage
Parade Attendees Encouraged to take the Santa Shut...
Wednesday, November 22, 2017 - 1:30pm
Due to road closures and parking restrictions for the Downtown Christmas Parade, attendees are encouraged to take the free Santa Shuttle offered by Metrobus.
read more Parade Attendees Encouraged to take the Santa Shuttle
Traffic Pilot Projects Removed from Downtown
Thursday, November 16, 2017 - 4:15pm
Infrastructure to support changes for two traffic pilot projects downtown has been removed in advance of snow clearing operations beginning for the winter. Former conditions have now been reinstated.
read more Traffic Pilot Projects Removed from Downtown
Planning Underway for Water Street Infrastructure...
Thursday, November 16, 2017 - 12:45pm
The City of St. John’s is moving forward with plans to rehabilitate the aging water and sewer infrastructure along Water Street starting in 2018.
read more Planning Underway for Water Street Infrastructure Project in 2018
Engagement Framework and Evaluation Tabled
Wednesday, November 15, 2017 - 4:15pm
The report reflects feedback from staff and Council as well as a robust survey of the public.
read more Engagement Framework and Evaluation Tabled
Annual Food drive November 20-24
Tuesday, November 14, 2017 - 10:30am
From Monday, Nov. 20 to Friday, Nov. 24 the City of St. John’s is holding a food drive to collect non-perishable food items in support of the Community Food Sharing Association.
read more Annual Food drive November 20-24

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