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Lancaster Santa Claus Parade Detours for Saturday, November 25, 2023

By Giv'er Saint John / November 22, 2023

Saint John Transit announces the following detours and service disruptions for the 2023 Lancaster Saint John Claus Parade. Service disruptions in the affected areas are expected to begin at approximately 12:30 pm and last until 2:30 pm on Saturday, November 25, 2023. # 1W Lancaster Mall There will be no service provided to Lancaster Mall during the parade.…

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History Of The Empty Stocking Fund

By Giv'er Saint John / November 17, 2023

By Jacob Duff I’m Jacob Duff and I am the great-great grandson of Harry “Dutch” Ervin, the founder of the Empty Stocking Fund. I’ve created a webpage  http://emptystockingfund.weebly.com/           to honour him because outside of Saint John, NB, nobody knows about him and the fund. This upcoming December will mark the…

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Giant Tiger Now Open In East Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / November 15, 2023

Giant Tiger is now open at 88 Consumer Drive. Drop in to take advantage of their great prices. Open Sunday 10 to  5, Monday 8am to 9pm

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City of Saint John Unveils A New Brand: “A Small City With A Big Heart”

By Giv'er Saint John / November 15, 2023

The City of Saint John is excited to announce the launch of a new brand that reflects our community’s unique character and the shared values that bind us together. Developed as a priority initiative, the brand mirrors our city’s spirit, welcoming nature, and commitment to growth and environmental stewardship. The initiative to create a distinct…

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Joe Ness Classic Christmas Fund Raiser For Camp Haiti

By Giv'er Saint John / November 14, 2023

Joe Ness “Classic Christmas” will take place on Sunday, December 10th at Encounter Church. We are just one month away from this exciting fundraising concert. Get your tickets soon, because they are going fast! Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Tickets are available at Encounter Church  280 St George St  606433-3500 …

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Remembrance Day Celebration

By Giv'er Saint John / November 8, 2023

Remembrance Day  celebration will take place  at T D Station. Doors open to the public at 9am. Everyone is asked to be seated no later than 10:15 am. Preliminaries leading up to the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month will include the units forming-up, opening remarks, introduction of the Reviewing Officer,…

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City of Saint John Announces Name For New Redeveloped Waterfront Public Space

By Giv'er Saint John / November 8, 2023

The City of Saint John announced the official name of the public space that is part of the new waterfront redevelopment area at Monday’s Common Council meeting. Council voted in favour of the Civic Commemoration Committee’s recommendation to name the space Ihtoli-maqahamok – The Gathering Space (ee-doe-lee MAH-qwah-HA-muck). The name, which comes from the Wolastoqey…

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Saint John Transit Route Detours: Santa Claus Parade Saturday November 18, 2023

By Giv'er Saint John / November 8, 2023

Saint John Transit announces the following route changes and service disruptions, expected to begin after 4 pm and end around 8 pm on Saturday, November 18, 2023, for the Saint John Santa Claus Parade. Route 1W Lancaster Mall The bus will run from Haymarket Square, along City Road, left on Garden, right on Somerset Street, left…

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City Hours And Service Schedules For Remembrance Day

By Giv'er Saint John / November 8, 2023

The City of Saint John advises residents that City Hall, Rothesay Avenue and Adelaide Street offices will be closed on Monday, November 13 in honour of Remembrance Day. Saint John City Market: Closed on Saturday, November 11 with regular hours of operation on Monday, November 13. Saint John Transit: No service on Saturday, November 11. Garbage…

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Christmas Discounters Opens In Parkway Mall

By Giv'er Saint John / October 20, 2023

Check out Christmas Discounters at Parkway Mall. They  have a new location this year and are open Monday to Saturday 9am to 9pm and Sunday  12 to 6. . You will find great deals with 70 percent off MRSP .

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Community Invited To Participate In A Healing Walk For National Day For Truth and Reconciliation

By Giv'er Saint John / September 26, 2023

National Truth and Reconciliation Day is a day of remembrance and reflection in Canada. Observed annually on September 30, it honours the experiences of Indigenous peoples who were impacted by the residential school system. This system was established by the Canadian government and operated from the late 1800s to the 1990s, with the goal of…

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Traffic Advisory: Saint Patrick Street

By Giv'er Saint John / September 20, 2023

The City of Saint John is advising the public of the following traffic advisory. Street: Saint Patrick Street Date: Tuesday, September 19 Time: 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Duration: Fourteen (14) days Direction: Northbound and Southbound Action: Traffic will be reduced to one lane and sidewalks will be closed to through traffic. Specific area: Between Union Street and Water Street between the…

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