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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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Celebrate St.John's Days with Free Events Jun...
Wednesday, June 7, 2017 - 11:45am
Residents are invited to celebrate St. John’s Days from Friday, June 23 to Sunday, June 25 with free events taking place for all ages.
read more Celebrate St.John's Days with Free Events June 23 to 25
​Council to Honour John White in Bannerman Park
Tuesday, June 6, 2017 - 2:00pm
The public are invited to attend a plaque dedication and celebration of the life of musician and entertainer John White on Sunday, June 25, 2017 in Bannerman Park.
read more ​Council to Honour John White in Bannerman Park
Grand Opening of the New Paul Reynolds Community C...
Friday, June 2, 2017 - 12:30pm
The new Paul Reynolds Community Centre at Wedgewood Park is opening to the public at noon on Thursday, June 8.
read more Grand Opening of the New Paul Reynolds Community Centre
Military Road Closure to mid-July
Thursday, June 1, 2017 - 4:00pm
Beginning 9 a.m. Monday, June 5 there will be no through traffic on Military Road, from the Bonaventure Avenue & Garrison Hill intersection to the Monkstown Road & Rawlin's Cross intersection.
read more Military Road Closure to mid-July
​Water Transmission Main Repair on Brookfield Road
Thursday, June 1, 2017 - 2:00pm
Area residents who frequently commute on Brookfield Road will need to adjust their travel routes from Thursday, June 8 to Monday, June 12 as the City repairs the water transmission main.
read more ​Water Transmission Main Repair on Brookfield Road
St. John's Celebrates Canada 150
Wednesday, May 31, 2017 - 9:45am
Come join us on Saturday, July 1 to celebrate Canada 150 with free events throughout the city.
read more St. John's Celebrates Canada 150
Cruise Season Begins with the Ocean Endeavour
Monday, May 29, 2017 - 2:30pm
Mayor Dennis O’Keefe is pleased to announce the 2017 cruise season begins on Monday, June 5 with the arrival of the Ocean Endeavour.
read more Cruise Season Begins with the Ocean Endeavour
Automated Garbage Collection Public Engagement
Tuesday, May 23, 2017 - 10:00am
The City of St. John’s officially launched a public engagement campaign to talk to residents about the new automated garbage collection program coming to the city in 2018.
read more Automated Garbage Collection Public Engagement
Richmond Hill Cottage: Request for Demolition
Friday, May 19, 2017 - 12:00pm
A MOU between the City and the owner of Richmond Hill Cottage has expired. The developer has submitted a request for demolition permit which will go to Council for a vote on Tuesday, May 23.
read more Richmond Hill Cottage: Request for Demolition
Victoria Day Holiday City Schedule
Thursday, May 18, 2017 - 9:30am
Due to the Victoria Day holiday on Monday, May 22 all City offices and facilities will be closed. Garbage and recycling will not be collected on Monday.
read more Victoria Day Holiday City Schedule
Have Your Say: Affordable Housing 10 Year Strategy
Wednesday, May 17, 2017 - 3:30pm
The general public is invited to learn more and participate in the City’s new 10 year Affordable Housing Strategy, currently being developed.
read more Have Your Say: Affordable Housing 10 Year Strategy
Curbside Collection by Appointment: Grass Clipping...
Friday, May 12, 2017 - 2:00pm
The City is once again encouraging environmentally-friendly options for the handling of grass clippings and leaves.
read more Curbside Collection by Appointment: Grass Clippings and Leaves
Correction Notice: Ward Boundaries
Thursday, May 11, 2017 - 10:00am
New ward boundaries take effect on Election Day, September 26, 2017. In the initial announcement and on page 20 of the summer edition of the City Guide there was an error related to Hamilton Avenue.
read more Correction Notice: Ward Boundaries
Community Capital Grants to be Announced
Friday, May 5, 2017 - 3:45pm
On Monday, May 8, City Council will vote to approve contributions totaling more than $300,000 in the form of direct cash grants.
read more Community Capital Grants to be Announced
Chimeneas and Outdoor Fireplace Safety
Friday, May 5, 2017 - 10:15am
The St.John's Regional Fire Department provides the following fire safety precautions yo help ensure that outdoor fireplaces and chimeneas are operated in a safe manner.
read more Chimeneas and Outdoor Fireplace Safety
Emergency Preparedness Week May 7 to 13
Thursday, May 4, 2017 - 12:45pm
Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is May 7 to 13, this year’s theme is Plan. Prepare. Be Aware. The City of St. John’s encourages residents to become better prepared.
read more Emergency Preparedness Week May 7 to 13
Information Session: Community Market Construction
Wednesday, May 3, 2017 - 1:00pm
The City of St. John’s will soon begin construction of the new Community Market to be located at the former Metrobus depot at 245 Freshwater Road. A neighbourhood info session is planned.
read more Information Session: Community Market Construction
St. John's Celebrates National Youth Week
Friday, April 28, 2017 - 2:15am
The City of St.John's celebrates National Youth Week from May 1 to 7 with several free events. National Youth Week recognizes youth and their active participation in the community.
read more St. John's Celebrates National Youth Week
Call for Artists: Mural to Commemorate Great Fire...
Thursday, April 27, 2017 - 6:00am
The City of St. John’s is currently accepting submissions from Artists for a thematic mural to commemorate the historic fire.
read more Call for Artists: Mural to Commemorate Great Fire of 1892
Let's Talk Garbage: Residents Needed for Focu...
Friday, April 21, 2017 - 7:30am
The City of St. John’s is looking for residents who are interested in coming in to talk to us about garbage – and more specifically, automated garbage collection.
read more Let's Talk Garbage: Residents Needed for Focus Groups
Downtown Street Cleaning Schedule Revision
Thursday, April 20, 2017 - 12:00pm
The City of St.John’s recently updated the downtown street cleaning schedule for 2017. There was an error with the previous schedule that was posted online prior to April 19.
read more Downtown Street Cleaning Schedule Revision
St. George's Day Holiday City Schedule
Thursday, April 20, 2017 - 7:30am
Due to St. George’s Day holiday on Monday, April 24, most City offices and facilities will be closed. Garbage and recycling collection is unaffected by the holiday.
read more St. George's Day Holiday City Schedule
Information Session: Leary's Brook Bridge Upg...
Monday, April 17, 2017 - 8:00am
Construction for Leary’s Brook Bridge upgrades will begin mid May. Residents are invited to attend an information session about the project 7 to 9 p.m. Thurs, May 4 at Leary's Brook Junior High.
read more Information Session: Leary's Brook Bridge Upgrade
Capital Plan for 2017 Outlined
Thursday, April 13, 2017 - 12:00pm
On Monday, April 17, St. John’s City Council will vote to approve the Capital Plan for 2016- 2018. The plan includes $28.7 million in capital projects for 2017.
read more Capital Plan for 2017 Outlined
Good Friday Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, April 12, 2017 - 10:30am
Due to the Good Friday holiday all City offices and facilities will be closed on Friday, April 14. Waste collection is moved to Saturday, April 15.
read more Good Friday Holiday City Schedule

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