Month: December 2015

Saint John Asked to support National Syrian Refugee Resettlement Plan

By News Releases / December 4, 2015

“This is about leadership and working across our diverse community-focused sectors: labour, non-profit, business, government, community groups and individuals to support a national undertaking that has a very real local impact,” says Mayor Mel Norton. “As a safe and caring community, Saint John has built a reputation as a haven for people around the globe. Our City and values were built by refugees and immigrants and are upheld by our citizens today.”

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SAINT JOHN SPCA ANIMAL RESCUE PET OF THE WEEK: WYATT

By Herb Duncan / December 3, 2015

Meet the Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue Pet of the week — Wyatt! The SPCA Animal Rescue is open for visitation Wednesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. They are located at 295 Bayside Drive. For more information telephone (506) 642-0920,

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Santa Paws

By Herb Duncan / December 2, 2015

Bring your pet to meet Santa and receive a FREE treat at Pet Valu on Saturday December 12th from 12 noon until 3 pm.

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Canaport LNG Provides 6000 Tickets to Mill Rats Game

By Giv'er Saint John / December 2, 2015

The Saint John Mill Rats are excited to announce that Canaport LNG is providing fans with 6000 complimentary tickets for the December 23rd pre-season game at Harbour Station as a symbolic gift to the City. Canaport LNG General Manager Pedro Boyra said, “When it comes to the community in which we operate, Canaport LNG is committed…

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Saint John Stone Church on the Eve of Destruction

By Giv'er Saint John / December 2, 2015

The Saint John Stone Church is losing its wing attached to the main church. The Church was completed in 1825 and was named a national historic site in 1987. The addition to the main church was done in the 1890s and isn’t designated or protected in any way. It is now slated to be torn down later this…

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Uptown Sparkles! An Old Fashioned Holiday Open House this Friday Night

By Uptown Saint John Inc / December 1, 2015

Imagine horse-drawn trolley rides, festive carollers spreading seasonal glad tidings as they meander the historic uptown streets. Shops, lit and warm, welcome visitors with gingerbread, hot cider, and personal greeting as only speciality boutiques and shops can. This evening will be a unique holiday experience and create memories that will last a life time. Bring a date, get some friends together, or treat your family to this charming uptown tradition.

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Seeking Christmas Submissions!

By Giv'er Saint John / December 1, 2015

Jolly Old Saint Nicholas is preparing for his long flight from the North Pole to Saint John and we want to welcome him in style with a flurry of Christmas submissions from you! Send us your holiday memories, short stories (fiction or non-fiction), poems, series of photographs or other artwork, short films or audio recordings,…

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Special Fan Announcement at Forest Hills School

By Giv'er Saint John / December 1, 2015

The Saint John Mill Rats and Canaport LNG are pleased to announce that a special fan announcement will be made at Forest Hills School in the gymnasium today December 1st at 1 pm. The public and media are welcome to attend the brief announcement. “This is a very exciting announcement that we have to share…

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