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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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City Disappointed in Lack of Funding in Federal Wa...
Friday, July 20, 2012 - 6:00pm
City of St. John's Mayor Dennis O'Keefe is speaking out regarding the new Wastewater System Effluent Regulations announced by the federal government.
read more City Disappointed in Lack of Funding in Federal Wastewater Announcement
Next Generation Making Their Mark at City Hall
Wednesday, July 4, 2012 - 6:00am
The City of St. John's is pleased to announce that the Next Up! program - an initiative to enlist the participation of 19-35 year olds on City advisory committees - has made several appointments.
read more Next Generation Making Their Mark at City Hall
Grand Opening Held For Quidi Vidi Village Plantati...
Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - 2:15pm
The Quidi Vidi Village Plantation has officially opened its doors.
read more Grand Opening Held For Quidi Vidi Village Plantation
City Tourism Awards Announced
Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 12:45pm
The City of St. John's, Department of Economic Development, Tourism & Culture, is celebrating Tourism Awareness Week with the presentation of the 21st annual City of St. John's Tourism Awards.
read more City Tourism Awards Announced
Budget Surplus Will Address Aging Water Infrastruc...
Monday, June 11, 2012 - 9:30am
The majority of the $10 million budget surplus from the 2010 financial year will be directed towards dealing with the City's aging water transmission mains.
read more Budget Surplus Will Address Aging Water Infrastructure
190-Metre Contour Amendment Approved
Monday, June 11, 2012 - 6:45am
The City of St. John's has been taking a long-term strategic view towards development within the City and it is clear that development above the 190-metre contour will be necessary in the future.
read more 190-Metre Contour Amendment Approved
Thaddeus (Ted) Dreher Wins Senior of the Year Awar...
Monday, June 4, 2012 - 2:30pm
The City of St. John's is pleased to announce that Thaddeus (Ted) Dreher is the winner of the 2nd annual Senior of the Year Award.
read more Thaddeus (Ted) Dreher Wins Senior of the Year Award
St. John's Regional Fire Department Receives...
Tuesday, May 29, 2012 - 7:15am
The St. John's Regional Fire Department recently received a glowing review by the Fire Underwriter's Survey, an independent national organization which audits Fire Departments.
read more St. John's Regional Fire Department Receives Top Grade
Regional Water Launches 'Save A Drop' ca...
Monday, May 14, 2012 - 9:45am
With summer fast approaching, the St. John's Regional Water Services Committee is launching its 'Save A Drop' campaign to encourage residents in the region to conserve water.
read more Regional Water Launches 'Save A Drop' campaign
City to Hire Security Patrol to Combat Illegal Dum...
Thursday, May 3, 2012 - 9:45pm
In an effort to curb the issue of illegal waste disposal within the boundaries of the City of St. John's, Council has decided to hire security patrol services.
read more City to Hire Security Patrol to Combat Illegal Dumping
City Promotes Energy Reduction Strategy for New Ho...
Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 11:00am
The City of St. John's invited media to view a new home which illustrates the City's energy reduction strategy.
read more City Promotes Energy Reduction Strategy for New Homes
Mayor O'Keefe Concerned About Loss of Border...
Wednesday, April 11, 2012 - 8:15am
Mayor Dennis O'Keefe is concerned with the recent announcement by the federal government that the Canada Border Services Agency position of District Director for this province is being eliminated.
read more Mayor O'Keefe Concerned About Loss of Border Services Position
City to Assist Tenants Impacted by Convention Cent...
Monday, April 9, 2012 - 8:45am
The City of St. John's has responded to the concerns of residents on both New Gower and Waldegrave Streets who may be impacted by the planned expansion of the St. John's Convention Centre.
read more City to Assist Tenants Impacted by Convention Centre Expansion
The City of St. John's has an App for That
Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 7:45am
If you have an Internet-enabled smartphone or a tablet, you can now have the City of St. John's garbage, recycling and special waste collection details at your fingertips.
read more The City of St. John's has an App for That
Federal Budget Must Jump-Start Rental Housing Cons...
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 8:30am
To keep our economic recovery on-track, the 2012 federal budget must jump-start new construction in Canada's tight rental housing market, says Mayor Dennis O'Keefe.
read more Federal Budget Must Jump-Start Rental Housing Construction
Port City of St. John's Wins Best Shoreside W...
Friday, March 16, 2012 - 8:45am
For the second year in a row, the port city of St. John's has won an award for its outstanding port welcome.
read more Port City of St. John's Wins Best Shoreside Welcome for 2011
Provincial Tax on Municipalities Unfair
Thursday, March 8, 2012 - 7:45am
The City of St. John's is calling upon the provincial government to halt its practice of charging municipalities HST.
read more Provincial Tax on Municipalities Unfair
Mayor's Symposium Brings Residents Together
Monday, February 27, 2012 - 7:45am
More than 100 residents helped the City of St. John's launch its Municipal Plan Review with the Mayor's Symposium on Saturday, Feb. 25 at City Hall.
read more Mayor's Symposium Brings Residents Together
Four Properties Receive Awards on Heritage Day
Monday, February 20, 2012 - 12:45am
The Heritage Area is a unique and vibrant part of our culture and each year on Heritage Day the City takes a moment to recognize individuals and businesses for their outstanding restoration efforts.
read more Four Properties Receive Awards on Heritage Day
Municipal Plan Process Guided by Advisory Group
Thursday, February 9, 2012 - 4:15am
The City of St. John's Municipal Plan review process will be steered by an Advisory Group comprised of citizen volunteers from community organizations and the general public.
read more Municipal Plan Process Guided by Advisory Group
City Announces 2012 Capital Projects
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 - 4:30am
The City of St. John's will spend over $21 million in its 2012 Capital Budget, which was approved at its City Council meeting on Jan. 30.
read more City Announces 2012 Capital Projects
Access St. John's Survey Shows High Level of...
Friday, February 3, 2012 - 4:30am
The fifth annual Access St. John's Client Satisfaction Survey Results report shows that residents and businesses continue to have a positive experience when using Access St. John's.
read more Access St. John's Survey Shows High Level of Satisfaction
City Releases Amalgamation Report
Friday, January 6, 2012 - 8:15am
The City of St. John's has released the "St. John's Amalgamation Review 2011 Report" prepared by Stantec Consulting Ltd., and the final version submitted to the City in October, 2011.
read more City Releases Amalgamation Report

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