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Detour - Duckworth Street (King's Road to Holloway Street)

Posted on Friday, June 07, 2024 07:29 AM

6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday, June 10

A detour will be in place on Duckworth Street on June 10 from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. between King’s Road and Holloway Street, to facilitate construction related to the Provincial Government’s National War Memorial refurbishment project.

Emergency access will be maintained. Pedestrian access will be also maintained for businesses in the area and business owners are encouraged to speak to the project representatives on site with any concerns.

For questions...

Water Advisory: Carrick Drive, Regent Street, Outer Ring Road area

Posted on Thursday, June 06, 2024 12:56 PM

The City of St. John's had a watermain break of a 20-inch pipe in the area of Carrick Drive, Regent Street and Outer Ring Road this morning.

City Crews worked quickly to address the break, and are actively working on repairs. It is estimated that work may be finished by midnight tonight, Thursday, June 6. Properties in the east end may have experienced some water loss or discoloration earlier this morning. If residents do experience discoloured water, run the cold water tap in a sink until it...

Detour - Water Street (St. John's Lane to Cochrane Street)

Posted on Thursday, June 06, 2024 10:53 AM

6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday June 8

A detour will be in place on Water Street on June 8 from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. between St. John’s Lane and Cochrane Street to facilitate the construction related to the Provincial Government’s National War Memorial refurbishment project.

Emergency access, Metrobus access and tractor trailer traffic access to Pier 17 and Harvey’s Offshore Base will be maintained. Pedestrian access will be maintained for businesses in the area and business owners are...

Cruise Ship Europa 2 arrives June 7

Posted on Thursday, June 06, 2024 09:34 AM

The Europa 2 with 706 passengers is scheduled to arrive in the Port of St. John’s at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 7, and depart at 5 p.m.

Please note that ship arrivals and departures are subject to various conditions, including weather and ships’ schedules. For the most up-to-date information on cruise ships coming to the City of St. John’s call the Cruise Information Line.

Parking Impact

The public is reminded that parking is limited on Harbour Drive during cruise ship visits to accommodate tour...

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Application - 50 Bennett Avenue

Posted on Wednesday, June 05, 2024 04:03 PM

The City has received an application from JSM Properties Inc. to rezone land at 50 Bennett Avenue from the Institutional (NST) Zone to the Apartment 1 (A1) Zone for a new Cluster Development use. The Cluster Development will include three (3) Apartment Buildings and one (1) Four-Plex for a total of fifty (50) units. A Municipal Plan Amendment is also required to redesignate the property from the Institutional District to the Residential District.

You can learn more about this application on the

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Committee of the Whole Meeting Cancelled - June 4

Posted on Monday, June 03, 2024 01:48 PM

Please be advised that the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 3 p.m. is cancelled. Items scheduled for this meeting will be discussed at the regular council meeting on Tuesday, June 11.

CEO Appointed for the Regional Economic Development Agency

Posted on Monday, June 03, 2024 10:10 AM

Today (June 3, 2024), the municipalities of Conception Bay South, Paradise, and St. John’s, announced the appointment of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the joint Regional Economic Development Agency. Michelle Simms will assume the role effective July 9, 2024.

Recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top 50 CEOs by Atlantic Business Magazine, Ms. Simms brings over 20 years of executive experience to the role. She has had a lifelong passion for entrepreneurship and has excelled at growing,...

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