Posted on Wednesday, October 05, 2022 02:15 PM
The St. John’s Local Immigration Partnership is hosting the second annual My New St. John’s Live Expo Event for newcomers. The Expo takes place Monday, October 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the St. John’s Community Market, 245 Freshwater Road. Event admission is free.
If you are new to St. John’s, the Expo is your opportunity to:Posted on Wednesday, October 05, 2022 09:45 AM
Today, Committee of the Whole voted to enhance snow clearing resources at 122 pedestrian street crossings. The recommendation will be referred to a future City Council meeting for a final vote.
The cost for more snow clearing resources is $270,015 for eight employees, one supervisor, two leased loaders and two light duty trucks.
With the additional resources, pedestrian activated crossings will be cleared within three days (72 hours) of street widening operations. In the past, it has taken approximately...
Posted on Tuesday, October 04, 2022 06:22 PM
Motorists are advised that a detour will be in place on Empire Avenue from Newtown Road to Little Street Thursday, Oct. 6 to Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022 to facilitate road construction. Flag persons will be on site during construction.
The City of St. John's apologizes for any inconvenience. For more details or to report an issue, call 311 or 754-CITY (2489) or email Access St. John’s.
Posted on Tuesday, October 04, 2022 11:01 AM
The Tely 10 Road Race takes place Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Motorists are advised to find an alternate route. Residents may be temporarily detained while race participants are passing. A detour will be in place and flag persons and race marshalls will be present during the race.
Road Closures
Topsail Road Eastbound (closed from City Limits to Cornwall Avenue)
Cornwall Avenue
Hamilton Avenue
Lemarchant Road
Harvey Road
Military Road
Circular Road (Rennies Mill Road to Empire Avenue:...
Posted on Tuesday, October 04, 2022 11:00 AM
On Tuesday, Oct. 18 the City’s Youth Engagement Working Group (YEWG) is a hosting a forum on youth-oriented municipal topics. The forum provides an opportunity for youth to network with each other and members of Council and learn more about the youth engagement efforts taking place at the City.
“The Youth Engagement Working Group is excited to chat with other youth in the city at our in-person event,” says Maria Penney, co-chair of the YEWG. “The opportunity to provide feedback to the City and directly...
Posted on Monday, October 03, 2022 02:45 PM
It’s time for Fire Prevention Week, and from October 9 to 15, the St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) is joining forces with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to remind local residents 'Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape'. This message focuses on what a home escape plan entails and the importance of practicing it.
Captain Gary Power states that “these messages are very important, particularly because today’s homes burn faster than ever. New homes are being built with more open...
Posted on Monday, October 03, 2022 09:00 AM
Have you ever wondered what happens to your recycling?
In this region, recycling is collected, sorted and bundled for new markets at the Materials Recovery Facility in Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility.
Come see what happens behind the doors at the MRF on Sunday, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet the staff and see the operation up close.
Did you know, since introducing mandatory curbside collection and a change to clear bags for garbage, we are collecting a sustained 25-30%...Contact Us