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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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Convention Centre Project Tender Approved
Tuesday, April 2, 2013 - 10:15am
The new St. John’s Convention Centre passed a major milestone April 1 with awarding of the tender for the construction project.
read more Convention Centre Project Tender Approved
City Responds to Provincial Budget
Wednesday, March 27, 2013 - 7:00pm
Mayor Dennis O’Keefe and Finance Chair Danny Breen respond to cuts to Municipal Operating Grants announced in the Provincial Budget.
read more City Responds to Provincial Budget
Mandatory Covering of Garbage in Effect April 1
Monday, March 25, 2013 - 4:30am
The St. John’s Covering of Garbage Placed for Collection By-Law requires garbage put out for collection in all areas of the city be covered from April 1 to Nov. 30 each year.
read more Mandatory Covering of Garbage in Effect April 1
Good Friday City Schedule
Friday, March 22, 2013 - 11:45am
Click 'read more' to get information on what City facilities are open and closed, and what services are affected by the Good Friday holiday.
read more Good Friday City Schedule
Rezonings Followed Planning Process
Thursday, March 21, 2013 - 12:30pm
Mayor Dennis O’Keefe and Councillor at Large Tom Hann are responding to a recent CBC report based on draft briefing notes leaked to the media.
read more Rezonings Followed Planning Process
Nominations Open For City Tourism Awards
Tuesday, March 19, 2013 - 1:15pm
The City of St. John's is calling for nominations for its 22nd annual Tourism Awards. Each year the City presents a number of awards to ambassadors of our city.
read more Nominations Open For City Tourism Awards
St. John's Kicks Off Cross-Country Poetry Cha...
Tuesday, March 19, 2013 - 10:30am
In recognition of UNESCO World Poetry Day (March 21) and in anticipation of April as National Poetry Month, the City is taking part in a challenge mounted by Regina Mayor Michael Fougere.
read more St. John's Kicks Off Cross-Country Poetry Challenge
St. Patrick's Day City Schedule
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 11:30am
Click 'read more' to get information on what City facilities are open and closed, and what services are affected by the St. Patrick's Day holiday.
read more St. Patrick's Day City Schedule
St. Patrick's Day Greetings from Councillor J...
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 10:45am
Councillor Jim Darcy, Mayor of Waterford, Ireland, sends greetings to St. John's residents on the occasion of St. Patrick's Day.
read more St. Patrick's Day Greetings from Councillor Jim Darcy, Mayor of Waterford, Ireland
City Continues to Invest in Artists and Art Organi...
Wednesday, March 13, 2013 - 3:30pm
Each year, the City of St. John’s invests in its thriving arts community through the Grants to Artists and Arts Organizations program.
read more City Continues to Invest in Artists and Art Organizations
City Donates Art Collection to Home From the Sea C...
Friday, March 8, 2013 - 8:45am
The City of St. John’s donated 38 paintings by artist George Noseworthy to the Home From the Sea Sealers Memorial in Elliston on Friday, March 8 in a ceremony at Government House.
read more City Donates Art Collection to Home From the Sea Campaign
Work Moving Ahead on Main Road, Goulds
Monday, March 4, 2013 - 2:45pm
Construction work will begin in April in the Goulds area on the Main Road Upgrading Project. The estimated cost of the project is $3.2 million.
read more Work Moving Ahead on Main Road, Goulds
Funding Announced for Bannerman Park
Thursday, February 21, 2013 - 1:30pm
Minister Peter Penashue announced almost $500,000 in funding from the Government of Canada for the improvement of the Bannerman Park pool house today in St. John's.
read more Funding Announced for Bannerman Park
Seven Properties Recognized on Heritage Day
Monday, February 18, 2013 - 6:00pm
The heritage area in the City of St. John’s is a unique and vibrant part of our culture and each year on Heritage Day the City recognizes individuals and businesses for their restoration efforts.
read more Seven Properties Recognized on Heritage Day
City Promotes Features of New Website
Monday, February 18, 2013 - 1:30pm
The City of St. John’s recently launched its updated municipal website at www.stjohns.ca with numerous new features to make it easier for residents to stay in touch with the City.
read more City Promotes Features of New Website
City Development Fees Amongst Lowest in Canada
Monday, February 18, 2013 - 6:30am
Councillor Danny Breen says that recent statements by the Newfoundland & Labrador Homebuilders Association about the impact which municipal fees have on housing prices are clearly exaggerated.
read more City Development Fees Amongst Lowest in Canada
MolsonCoors Canada Athlete of the Year Awarded
Sunday, February 10, 2013 - 4:00am
The 62nd Annual MolsonCoors Canada Athlete of the Year awards were handed out on Friday, Feb. 8 at St. John's City Hall.
read more MolsonCoors Canada Athlete of the Year Awarded
MolsonCoors Canada 2012 St. John's Athlete of...
Wednesday, February 6, 2013 - 6:45pm
The 62nd annual MolsonCoors Canada St. John's Athlete of the Year Awards will take place Friday, Feb. 8.
read more MolsonCoors Canada 2012 St. John's Athlete of the Year
GoBus Experiencing Delays
Wednesday, February 6, 2013 - 2:30pm
Due to road and weather conditions, GoBus Accessible Transit is experiencing delays.
read more GoBus Experiencing Delays
Nominations Open for Renovated Heritage Buildings
Tuesday, February 5, 2013 - 1:00pm
The City of St. John’s Heritage Advisory Committee is pleased to recognize property owners for a “job well done” in outstanding restoration work on buildings in the City's heritage areas.
read more Nominations Open for Renovated Heritage Buildings
Get Ready for Snow Daze
Thursday, January 31, 2013 - 1:45pm
The City of St. John's celebrates Snow Daze from Feb. 7 to 17. Come out of hibernation and enjoy activities for all populations.
read more Get Ready for Snow Daze
Labour Force Gains Boost St. John's Economy
Tuesday, January 29, 2013 - 11:00am
Increases in employment, wages and general optimism with respect to future major projects continue to boost economic activity in the St. John’s Census Metropolitan Area (CMA).
read more Labour Force Gains Boost St. John's Economy
Convention Centre Project Going to Tender
Friday, January 25, 2013 - 8:00pm
The new St. John's Convention Centre is closer to becoming a reality as the construction project goes to tender on Jan. 26.
read more Convention Centre Project Going to Tender
Recreation Facilities to Close at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013 - 2:45pm
The City of St. John’s would like to advise residents that due to the inclement weather, all City of St. John’s Recreation facilities will close today at 4:30 p.m.
read more Recreation Facilities to Close at 4:30 p.m.
GoBus Accessible Transit Closing Due to Weather
Tuesday, January 22, 2013 - 1:45pm
Due to road and weather conditions, GoBus Accessible Transit is closing for the day at 6 p.m.
read more GoBus Accessible Transit Closing Due to Weather

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