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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: Stay Safe During Power Outages
Friday, February 4, 2022 - 10:15am
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department wishes to remind all residents of what measures to take before, during and after a storm.
read more SJRFD: Stay Safe During Power Outages
Water Street Construction Project: Remaining Work...
Wednesday, February 2, 2022 - 10:30am
The remaining work for the Water Street Infrastructure Improvement Project is on hold for 2022 until cost-shared funding is approved.
read more Water Street Construction Project: Remaining Work on Hold
February is Winter Walk Month
Wednesday, February 2, 2022 - 9:00am
As part of Winter Walk Month, the City of St. John’s encourages residents to go outside and get active during nationally celebrated Winter Walk Day, today, Wednesday February 2.
read more February is Winter Walk Month
Statement on the Passing of Chris Abbott
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 - 4:15pm
he Board and staff of St. John’s Sports and Entertainment Limited and the Council and staff of the City of St. John’s are deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Chris Abbott.
read more Statement on the Passing of Chris Abbott
ChillFest: St. John’s Winter Celebration
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 - 11:00am
Celebrate winter with a variety of free activities taking place Feb. 11 to 14., including several fun outdoor events.
read more ChillFest: St. John’s Winter Celebration
Flood Repair Update
Monday, January 31, 2022 - 4:15pm
There has been a significant amount damage to roads, parks, trails and private property throughout the City of St. John’s following the rain event on Sunday, Jan. 30.
read more Flood Repair Update
Call for Members Aged 18-30: Two New Youth Opportu...
Wednesday, January 26, 2022 - 12:45pm
The City is providing opportunities for youth ages 18 to 30 to help shape how the city engages with, and learns from, youth throughout the community.
read more Call for Members Aged 18-30: Two New Youth Opportunities
Schedule Change: Removal of Sheathing on Downtown...
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 - 12:30pm
Artists and promoters please note that the schedule for removal of sheathing on poles in the downtown core will now occur on the first day of each month, instead of the third Monday of each month.
read more Schedule Change: Removal of Sheathing on Downtown Poles
Public Engagement: Traffic Calming Policy Under Re...
Monday, January 24, 2022 - 10:00am
Today, the City of St. John’s is launching a two-week public engagement process to educate residents about the traffic calming policy review, and to collect feedback to help shape a revised policy.
read more Public Engagement: Traffic Calming Policy Under Review
COVID-19 Update: Recreation Programs and Services
Friday, January 21, 2022 - 1:30pm
The recent Public Health COVID-19 update allows City of St. John’s After School Programs to resume on Tuesday, Jan 25, 2022.
read more COVID-19 Update: Recreation Programs and Services
Phase Two: Municipalities Exploring Collective Eco...
Monday, January 17, 2022 - 9:45am
Today, the municipalities of St. John’s, Mount Pearl, Paradise, and Conception Bay South announced the next phase of a feasibility study that seeks to explore regional economic opportunities.
read more Phase Two: Municipalities Exploring Collective Economic Development Opportunities
​Council Pays Tribute to Edward Roberts
Friday, January 14, 2022 - 10:45am
...extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of former Lieutenant-Governor
read more ​Council Pays Tribute to Edward Roberts
PayByPhone on Water Street
Wednesday, January 12, 2022 - 11:30am
PayByPhone is being expanded to Water Street from Adelaide Street to Cochrane Street, with signage now being posted throughout the area. Enforcement begins on January 17.
read more PayByPhone on Water Street
What We Heard: Resilient St. John’s Community Clim...
Tuesday, January 11, 2022 - 3:30pm
The City of St. John’s has released the summary of its second round of public engagement to guide actions that will address climate change in the community.
read more What We Heard: Resilient St. John’s Community Climate Plan Public Engagement Phase Two
COVID-19 Update on City Facilities
Tuesday, January 4, 2022 - 4:45pm
As a result of the province moving to Alert Level 4 as announced by the Chief Medical Officer of Health, please note the following changes to City of St. John’s services as of Tuesday, January 4.
read more COVID-19 Update on City Facilities
Refrain from Feeding Wild Birds
Friday, December 31, 2021 - 12:45pm
In response to recent testing, Environment Canada has confirmed the presence of the highly pathogenic avian flu in wild birds in the St. John's area.
read more Refrain from Feeding Wild Birds
Don't Let Safety Take a Holiday - Stay Safe t...
Friday, December 24, 2021 - 10:00am
Fire safety is important at any time of the year, but with the extra distractions during the holiday season it is especially important to be vigilant.
read more Don't Let Safety Take a Holiday - Stay Safe this Holiday Season
Timed Parking Area Changes for Churchill Square
Thursday, December 23, 2021 - 10:30am
Timed Parking Area signage is being updated in Churchill Square to address parking issues and concerns from businesses and clients, and to encourage vehicle turn over.
read more Timed Parking Area Changes for Churchill Square
COVID-19 Update: Capacity Reduced at City Recreati...
Thursday, December 23, 2021 - 9:45am
As a result of the province moving to Alert Level 3, capacities at City of St. John’s recreation facilities are reduced.
read more COVID-19 Update: Capacity Reduced at City Recreation Facilities
City Schedule December Holidays
Tuesday, December 21, 2021 - 2:45pm
Due to the upcoming holidays all City offices and facilities are closed noon on Fri, Dec. 24, re-opening on Wed, Dec. 29 and closed from noon on Fri, Dec. 31, re-opening on Tues, Jan. 4.
read more City Schedule December Holidays
The Loop is Open with COVID-19 Requirements
Tuesday, December 21, 2021 - 9:15am
The Loop at Bannerman Park opens today (Tuesday, Dec. 21) and remains open for the 2021-22 season daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. when conditions are favourable.
read more The Loop is Open with COVID-19 Requirements
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Monday, December 20, 2021 - 2:15pm
The City of St. John’s New Year’s Eve fireworks display will occur at 8 p.m. Friday, December 31 over Quidi Vidi Lake.
read more New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Waste Collection Calendar 2022
Thursday, December 16, 2021 - 11:00am
The 2022 waste and recycling collection calendars are being delivered to residential mailboxes in St. John’s this week.
read more Waste Collection Calendar 2022
New By-Law Restricts Dates and Times for Fireworks
Thursday, December 16, 2021 - 9:00am
A new Fireworks By-Law will come into effect on December 31, 2021, which states that family fireworks are only allowed on New Year’s Eve and Canada Day from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
read more New By-Law Restricts Dates and Times for Fireworks
What We Heard: Public Engagement for Long Pond Flo...
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 - 9:30am
What We Heard during public engagement for the Long Pond flow control and flood mitigation project is available at EngageStJohns.ca and will be presented to Committee of the Whole today.
read more What We Heard: Public Engagement for Long Pond Flow Control and Flood Mitigation

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