Month: February 2025

Saint John Water Advises Residents Of Unsafe Ice Conditions At East Branch Reservoir

By Giv'er Saint John / February 27, 2025

Saint John Water is advising residents about possible unsafe ice conditions and moving water at the East Branch Reservoir, Menzies Lake, and Spruce Lake. These conditions are caused by Saint John Water turning on the Musquash Water Pumping Station early this season for industrial water supply. Please stay safe and avoid the area until further…

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Thank You YMCA Service Club and The Many Other Sponsors

By Giv'er Saint John / February 24, 2025

Barry Ogden gives out a huge Thank You to the YMCA Service Club and the many other sponsors for the Marigolds seeds, trays and soil. 28 years ago we went to City Council of Saint John and asked if we ( working with Centennial Elementary School in growing them ) could plant marigolds on Main…

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By Giv'er Saint John / February 24, 2025

We regret to share that, due to the significant weather event over the long weekend, the ice surface at the Rothesay Common has sustained extensive damage. Despite our Parks staffโ€™s best efforts to repair and maintain the ice, the conditions remain unsafe for skating. For everyoneโ€™s safety, we have made the difficult decision to close…

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Traffic Advisory: No Parking On Prince Street West For Snow Clearing

By Giv'er Saint John / February 24, 2025

The City of Saint John would like to advise the public of the following parking interruption for Tuesday, February 25. This work is necessary to complete snow clearing, including snow removal. The following street will have no on-street parking from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25. Temporary no parking signs will be…

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Traffic Advisory: No Parking For Snow Clearing

By Giv'er Saint John / February 21, 2025

The City of Saint John would like to advise the public of the following parking interruption for Monday, February 24. This work is necessary to complete snow clearing, including snow removal. The following street will have no on-street parking from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, February 24. Temporary no parking signs will be…

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Governments of Canada and New Brunswick Sign An Agreement To Address Unsheltered Homelessness

By Giv'er Saint John / February 21, 2025

On behalf of the Government of Canada Pictured from left to right:  Wayne Long, Member of Parliament for Saint Johnโ€“Rothesay, Greg Bishop, Senior Director, Human Development Council, Her Worship Donna Noade Reardon, Mayor of the City of Saint John, The Honourable Cindy Miles, Minister of Social Development and Minister responsible for the Economic and Social Inclusion Corporation, The Honourable David…

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Explore Uptown Saint John over March Break

By Giv'er Saint John / February 21, 2025

In partnership with Envision Saint John: The Regional Growth Agency. Read their blog post; Spend Your March Break in #UptownSJ Note: Updated February 2025, originally posted March 2023 Hey there, fellow parents! March Break is here, and if youโ€™re looking for fun ways to keep the kids entertained (without hearing โ€œIโ€™m boredโ€ on repeat), Uptown…

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Overnight Parking Ban Declared For South/Central Peninsula

By Giv'er Saint John / February 17, 2025

A temporary overnight parking ban has been declared for the South/Central Peninsula effective 11 p.m. this evening, Monday, February 17, through to 7 a.m. tomorrow morning, Tuesday, February 18. This means there is no on-street parking allowed anywhere in the South/Central Peninsula area. Any vehicles remaining on-street after 11 p.m. when a parking ban has been declared WILL BE TICKETED AND/OR TOWED…

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City Is Advising Residents To Use Extra Caution On Roads and Sidewalks

By Giv'er Saint John / February 17, 2025

Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use extra caution when on City roads and sidewalks. As the temperature falls, water on roads and sidewalks will freeze and conditions are expected to be slippery. City crews continue to work hard to clear snow and ice from roads and sidewalks and respond to icy conditions following yesterdayโ€™s…

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Number 6 Firehouse

By Giv'er Saint John / February 15, 2025

Number 6 Firehouse is the oldest active fire station in Saint John. Serving the Lower West Side since 1852, it was originally home to the #7 Company, established to protect Guys Ward and the citizens of Carleton. Today, Engine 6โ€”also known as โ€œThe Pride of Carletonโ€โ€”continues to serve the community. As fire engines evolved from…

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Lily Lake in Rockwood Park Is Now Open For Public Skating

By Giv'er Saint John / February 14, 2025

Get those skates sharpened! Lily Lake in Rockwood Park is now open for skating. The ice is now thick enough to ensure safe skating and ice maintenance. The recent cold snap enabled City crews to plow snow and flood the Lily Lake ice surface, resulting in excellent skating conditions. Please heed any warning signs posted…

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Valentineโ€™s Day in Uptown Saint John: Love, Charm & Unforgettable Moments

By Giv'er Saint John / February 13, 2025

In partnership with Envision Saint John: The Regional Growth Agency Read their blog post; LOVE was Made for Me and You in #UptownSJ Updated January 2025, First published February 2023 Valentineโ€™s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down and celebrate love. Thereโ€™s no better place to do it than Uptown Saint John. Uptown makes…

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