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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 yesterday’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 6—also known as “The Pride of Carleton”—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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Valentine’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 Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down and celebrate love. There’s no better place to do it than Uptown Saint John. Uptown makes…

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City Hours and Service Schedules for Family Day

By Giv'er Saint John / February 13, 2025

The City of Saint John reminds residents that City Hall, Rothesay Avenue and Adelaide Street offices will be closed on Monday, February 17. Saint John City Market: Closed on Monday, February 17. Saint John Transit: No service on Monday, February 17. Garbage and compost collection follows its regular schedule. Please contact Miller Waste for information…

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2025 Outdoor Field & Arena Floor Applications Are Now open

By Giv'er Saint John / February 12, 2025

The City of Saint John is now accepting spring applications for the Shamrock artificial field as well as the our arena floor season. Applications or inquiries can be sent to darrell.fountain@saintjohn.ca. The application deadline for the spring and arena floor season is Friday, February 21, 2025. For more details and to download application, visit: https://saintjohn.ca/en/parks-and-recreation/sports-fields-and-courts. Here to…

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2nd Year of ‘Student Created’ Banners on Prince William Street

By Giv'er Saint John / August 7, 2024

The Business Improvement Association, Uptown Saint John Inc., has recently installed new artistic banners on historic Prince William Street. This is the second year for an installation of this kind, showcasing our wonderful, talented youth! These banners were created, by local students from École des Pionniers, Centre Scolaire Samuel-de-Champlain, St. Malachy’s Memorial High School, Touchstone…

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2024 Canada Day Celebration In Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / June 28, 2024

The City of Saint John is pleased to announce an exciting lineup of free, family-friendly activities in celebration of Canada Day on July 1, and residents and visitors are invited to join the festivities. The City is partnering with AREA 506 to host the third annual Canada Day Waterfront Festival. The Waterfront Festival will take…

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PUBLIC BEACHES SET TO OPEN IN SAINT JOHN ON SUNDAY, JUNE 23

By Giv'er Saint John / June 21, 2024

With students finishing school this week, the City is ready to open public beaches. City beaches will officially open this Sunday, June 23. Lifeguards will be on duty at the following four beaches throughout the City, seven days a week from 10:45 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.: Lily Lake Fisher Lakes Dominion Park. Little River Reservoir…

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Saint John Community Arts Board Announces New Artist-in-Residence

By Giv'er Saint John / June 21, 2024

The Saint John Community Arts Board has announced its selection for the City’s Summer 2024 artist-in-residence, Sheryl Crowley. Mosaic and visual artist Sheryl Crowley is an established artist living on the west side of the City. Her work has been exhibited across Canada. Crowley has been an active artist-in-residence in schools in the region and…

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Welcome Sakura Fu Sushi | New Business in Uptown Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / June 21, 2024

We are delighted to welcome Sakura Fu Sushi, the newest culinary gem to join the Uptown Saint John Business Improvement Association! Find this wonderful new food addition in the Market Square Food Court. Owners Dan Fu and Yawen Li bring the authentic flavours of Japanese cuisine to their menu by crafting their dishes with the…

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