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Cruise Ships arrive September 27 and September 28

Posted on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 01:49 PM

The Aurora with 1950 passengers is scheduled to arrive in the Port of St. John’s at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, September 27 and depart at 6 p.m. The Europa with 408 passengers is scheduled to arrive in the Port of St. John’s at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 28th and depart at 11:59 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

City Proposes Converting Two Tennis Courts in Cowan Heights to Pickleball Courts – Feedback Wanted

Posted on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 11:28 AM

The City of St. John’s is seeking feedback on a proposed plan to convert two tennis courts in Cowan Park (behind St. Matthew’s Elementary School) in Cowan Heights to six pickleball courts.

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in North America and it’s also growing exponentially here in St. John’s,” says Ward 3 Councillor Jamie Korab. “Currently, the City does not have any dedicated outdoor pickleball courts available. The proposed location in Cowan Park would provide protection from wind and...

Orange Shirt Day - Rally for Reconciliation

Posted on Monday, September 25, 2023 04:49 PM

As a proud member of the First Voice Urban Indigenous Coalition, the City of St. John’s is calling on residents to recognize Orange Shirt Day by standing in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples at a planned Rally for Reconciliation. The family-friendly event will take place at the Colonial Building in St. John's on Saturday, September 30, 2023, beginning at 2:45pm.

Orange Shirt Day began in 2013 as a grassroots campaign in Williams Lake, British Columbia, to promote public awareness about the ongoing...

Cruise Ship Jewel of the Seas arrives September 25

Posted on Sunday, September 24, 2023 09:38 AM

The Jewel of the Seas with 2501 passengers is scheduled to arrive in the Port of St. John’s at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, September 25 and depart at 4 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...

Street Rehab - September 25 to 30

Posted on Friday, September 22, 2023 03:32 PM

Contractors may be working on the following streets from September 25 to 30 under the City’s annual streets rehabilitation and infrastructure maintenance programs. Work could include concrete/street excavation, concrete work, paving, heater scarifying, utility adjustment, ditch cleaning and culvert installation. Commuters may experience traffic delays in these areas:

Brier Avenue

Canada Drive

Columbus Drive

Coughlan Place

Darcy Street

Dublin Road

Elton Place

Empire Avenue (Graves Street to Little...

Seniors smiling, includes text Seniors Day 2023 Celebrating seniors in our community Oct. 5

Celebrate Seniors Day October 5

Posted on Friday, September 22, 2023 09:33 AM

Seniors and individuals interested in seniors’ matters are invited to celebrate Seniors Day on October 5.

Join the celebration at this free event with information booths, light refreshments, prize draws and entertainment by Fergus O’Byrne and Jim Payne. The event will take place at the Paul Reynolds Community Centre from 12 to 4 p.m. No registration is required and event is first come, first served. Parking is limited. Please note: Gleneyre Street is under construction, with a detour in place.

Notice of Registration - 366-374 Empire Avenue

Posted on Thursday, September 21, 2023 01:08 PM

Urban and Rural Planning Act

Take notice that St. John’s Development Regulations Amendment Number 24, 2023, adopted on August 21, 2023, has been registered by the Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs.

In general terms, the purpose of St. John’s Development Regulations Amendment Number 24, 2023, is to rezone land at 366-374 Empire Avenue from the Apartment 1 (A1) Zone and Residential 2 (R2) Zone to the Residential 3 (R3) Zone to allow a townhouse development.

This amendment comes into...

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