St. John's News
February 17, 2014 - The Heritage Area in the City of St. John’s is a unique and vibrant part of our culture. Each year on Heritage Day (the third Monday in February) the City of St. John’s recognizes individuals and businesses for their outstanding restoration efforts.
This year, during the weekly City Council meeting, Mayor Dennis O’Keefe will present certificates of recognition to the following businesses:
Hubert Alacoque,...
February 14, 2014 - The City of St. John’s welcomes the Town of Paradise to the Loop in Bannerman Park on Feb. 16, 2014 as part of their Snow and Ice Festival.
“We extend a warm welcome to the residents of Paradise to our paradise on ice,” said Mayor Dennis O’Keefe. “We are pleased to see that the Loop is attracting the attention of residents from neighbouring municipalities.”
The Loop in Bannerman...
February 13, 2014 - The City of St. John’s is proud to provide safe and enjoyable family-oriented spaces for our residents. Public drinking and disorderly behaviour are not tolerated in our facilities.
A video currently circulating on the internet shows a man at the Bannerman Loop who appears to be drinking and then skates scantily clad in the presence of families, including small children.
“This is a disgraceful display of...
February 11, 2014 - The Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre is one step closer after City Council voted to accept a tender for primary construction of the facility at the Feb. 10 council meeting.
The City received eight bids for the construction project and accepted the low bid of approximately $32 million, plus H.S.T. tendered by EllisDon.
“We are extremely pleased there has been so much interest in this project,” says Ward 4...
February 07, 2014 - The City of St. John’s congratulates the winners of the 2013 Molson Coors Canada St. John’s Athlete and Team of the Year:
Female Athlete of the Year
Malorie Harris (soccer)
Male Athlete of the Year
Ciaran Hearn (rugby)
Team of the Year
St. John’s Under 18 Female Soccer Team
Winners were announced at a reception held at St. John’s City Hall on Thursday, Feb. 6.
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February 06, 2014 - The Government of Canada announced changes to Industry Canada's Antenna Tower Siting Policy on Feb. 5, which address some of the concerns previously raised by St. John’s City Council.
“I am pleased that Industry Canada is taking these steps to fix what was a loophole in their system that allowed cell phone towers under 15 meters to be erected without consultation with the municipality or area residents,...
February 05, 2014 - The City of St. John’s Snow Daze is an annual winter celebration fostering community spirit and encouraging residents to enjoy everything winter has to offer. Snow Daze events take place over a nine-day period from Feb. 8 to 16 and the event listing can be viewed on the City’s website.
This year an exciting addition to the Snow Daze calendar of events is the official opening of the Bannerman Loop taking place on...
February 04, 2014 - Come meet your “purrfect” match, as the City of St. John’s Humane Services Animal Care and Adoption Centre at 81 Higgins Line hosts Kitty Bachelor Night, Thursday, Feb. 20 from 12 to 7 p.m.
“The loving relationship between a pet and its owner is very special,” says Deputy Mayor Ron Ellsworth. “February is the perfect time to open your heart to a special feline who is in need of a home and...
January 31, 2014 - In a city-to-city combat like no other, St. John's and Mount Pearl city councillors and staff are gearing up for a match of skill, speed and strategy to raise funds for charity. The St. John's team will ‘capitalize’ on their vim and vigour and out skate their opponents.
The 1st Annual Twin Cities Winter Classic takes place at 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014. The Twin Cities Winter Classic is part of the...
January 28, 2014 - Growth in population and personal income resulted in solid increases in retail sales in the St. John’s Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) in 2013. The annual Economic Review for 2013 notes:
increases in Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in St. John's CMA
continued growth in St. John's CMA population
some constraint in the labour market
“A growing population supports a growing economy,” says Mayor Dennis...