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On-Street Parking Ban Lifted on April 7

Tuesday, March 31, 2015 - 3:00pm

The City of St. John's On-Street Parking Ban for streets outside the designated downtown area will be lifted at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7.

Garbage Must be Covered Beginning April 1

Monday, March 30, 2015 - 1:15pm

Beginning on April 1 through November 30, garbage put out at the curb for collection must be completely covered. Acceptable covers include metal or plastic containers with a lid, a net or a blanket.

Public Engagement for FWW Legacy Project

Thursday, March 19, 2015 - 1:45pm

The City will be hosting an interactive workshop to gather ideas from the public and help shape a First World War Legacy Project initiative.

Improvements to Meters on Harbour Drive

Wednesday, March 18, 2015 - 2:00pm

The 10 hour parking meters on Harbour Drive, downtown St. John’s, have been improved to automatically adjust credit for meters in use before, or after, regular weekday hours, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Wanted! Resident Feedback Kenmount Terrace Communi...

Wednesday, March 11, 2015 - 5:30pm

The newly formed Kenmount Terrace Community Park Steering Committee invites residents to participate in an online survey about the new park planned for the area.

St. Patrick's Day Holiday City Schedule

Wednesday, March 11, 2015 - 4:15pm

Due to the St. Patrick’s Day holiday, all City offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, March 16.

Community Discussion on Future of Victoria Park Pl...

Wednesday, March 4, 2015 - 6:15pm

The City of St. John's invites all ages to a community discussion on Victoria Park. Ideas generated from this session will play an important part in developing a long term plan for the park.

Kenmount Terrace Steering Committee Members Select...

Monday, March 2, 2015 - 8:00pm

The selection process for the new Kenmount Terrace Community Park Steering Committee is complete, with seven individuals selected from 21 applications.

City Seeking Nominations for the 24th Annual Touri...

Tuesday, February 24, 2015 - 7:00pm

The City is seeking nominations for the 24th Annual Tourism Awards, which will be presented in May during National Tourism Week

Humane Services Hosting the Second Annual A-Cat-em...

Friday, February 20, 2015 - 4:00pm

The A-Cat-emy Awards is a week-long animal adoption event, with a fun twist. Adoption fees at Humane Services, 81 Higgins Line, will be reduced from $120 to $20 from Feb. 23 - March 1.

St.John's Regional Fire Department Supports P...

Wednesday, February 18, 2015 - 4:15pm

Through the St. John’s Regional Fire Department, the City of St. John’s provides quality and reliable 911 service to residents of the northeast Avalon.

Two Downtown Properties Receive Heritage Awards

Monday, February 16, 2015 - 11:30pm

This year during the weekly City Council meeting, two very different properties will receive Heritage Awards. Read more...

Meters Being Bagged in the Downtown

Friday, February 13, 2015 - 1:15pm

Due to the heavy snowfall of February 12, some meters are being bagged in the downtown on February 13 for snow removal.

Call for Applications: Kenmount Terrace Community...

Tuesday, February 10, 2015 - 1:15pm

As announced in Budget 2015, planning for a new park in the Kenmount Terrace area is now underway, and the City is calling for applications from interested persons to serve on a Steering Committee.

City Partners with RNC for Winter Safety Campaign

Monday, February 9, 2015 - 8:00pm

A new winter safety campaign promoting safe winter driving in the capital city was launched at City Hall on February 9...

St.John's Celebrates Snow Days with Free Acti...

Thursday, February 5, 2015 - 5:00pm

The City of St. John’s celebrates Snow Days with a variety of activities and events to take place Feb. 13-15.

Support Local Youth at the R.E.A.L Showcase on Feb...

Monday, February 2, 2015 - 3:45pm

The Recreation Experiences and Leisure (R.E.A.L) Showcase is a musical concert featuring the best and brightest of our young and musical talent, with all proceeds going to the R.E.A.L program.

Letter of Intent with Happy Valley-Goose Bay

Tuesday, January 27, 2015 - 1:30pm

The Mayor of St. John's, Dennis O'Keefe, and the Mayor of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Jamie Snook, signed a Letter of Intent expressing their commitment to the pursuit of opportunities of mutual interest.

Winter Maintenance Review Report Update

Monday, January 26, 2015 - 12:45pm

The final report in the City’s Winter Maintenance Review is expected to be released to the public in March.

LABOUR MARKET PERFORMS WELL; UNEMPLOYMENT RATE HIT...

Thursday, January 22, 2015 - 4:15pm

While the St. John’s Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) recorded a mixed economic performance in 2014, the labour market performed well as employment increased and the labour force grew.

Parking Meter Upgrade

Friday, January 9, 2015 - 3:15pm

From January 10 – 14, the City of St. John’s parking meters will undergo a hardware upgrade.

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