Month: April 2023

Residents Invited To Provide Input On Watershed Protection

By Giv'er Saint John / April 28, 2023

Saint John Water is looking to tap into residents for feedback on how they use the Loch Lomond watershed and what should be considered when putting protection plans in place for the drinking water supply. Over the next two years, Saint John Water and its partners will work to identify high-risk activities, land uses and…

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City Launches New Online Application Portal For P.R.O. Kids

By Giv'er Saint John / April 28, 2023

The City of Saint John is making it easier for parents and guardians to sign their children up for the P.R.O. Kids program with the introduction of a new online application portal. P.R.O Kids (Positive Recreation Opportunities for Kids) is a charitable service operated by the City of Saint John that provides youth aged 2…

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Welcome New Business: Isla’s Emporium

By Lea St John / April 27, 2023

We are thrilled to announce the latest addition to the Uptown Saint John Business Improvement Association – Isla’s Emporium! This

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Clean Sweep 2023 in Uptown Saint John

By Lea St John / April 20, 2023

This morning, our Uptown Saint John BIA crew hosted Clean Sweep. 65 volunteers from 9 Uptown businesses came to help

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River Watch Advisory In Effect For Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / April 19, 2023

  The Saint John Emergency Management Organization (SJEMO) is advising residents that New Brunswick River Watch is forecasting a rise in water levels in the Saint John River over the coming days. As of today, April 19, 2023, water levels were reported at 3.33 metres, approximately 0.87 metres below flood level and are forecasted to reach 3.9 metres by Friday, April 21. This…

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By-Law Number LG-20 Flyer Distribution By-Law

By Giv'er Saint John / April 18, 2023

Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider giving third reading to the bylaw entitled, “By-Law Number LG-20 Flyer Distribution By-Law” at its meeting of May 1, 2023. The Flyer Distribution By-Law places some restrictions on the distribution of flyers to homes in our community. …

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Residents Allowed Extra Garbage Bag For Spring Collection

By Giv'er Saint John / April 18, 2023

The season for spring cleaning has arrived and to help residents dispose of any extra garbage, the City of Saint John is allowing solid waste customers to place an additional bag curbside without any additional charge. Residents on a weekly pickup schedule can put their extra bag of garbage at the curb the week of…

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Welcome New Business: Vintage Pursuit Hobby Shop

By Giv'er Saint John / April 18, 2023

Do you remember when you were a kid, and you used to collect trading cards or vintage toys? The feeling of excitement when you found that one item you had been searching for? Visit Vintage Pursuit Hobby Shop to check out their collector items and watch the feeling return! We are happy to welcome Stew,…

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Historic Funding Agreement Announced

By Giv'er Saint John / April 18, 2023

Saint John, N.B. – Two provincially regulated railway crossings in west Saint John will have new safety infrastructure installed, eliminating the need for train whistles in the residential Fundy Heights neighbourhood. The Government of New Brunswick, New Brunswick Southern Railway and the City of Saint John will jointly fund new gates, upgrades to existing warning lights,…

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Apply for Residential Zone Parking Permit for May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024

By Giv'er Saint John / April 13, 2023

Residents can apply and purchase their annual residential parking permits directly through the HotSpot website or app directly or at City Hall Customer Service Centre (during regular business hours) as of today, April 12, 2023 for the 2023-2024 season. In an effort to make purchasing residential parking permits as simple and convenient as possible, the…

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PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING BY-LAW OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN PUBLIC HEARING

By Giv'er Saint John / April 12, 2023

Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider amending The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John (By-law Number C.P. 111) at its regular meeting to be held in the Council Chamber on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.   The amendment affects…

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Happy Easter

By Giv'er Saint John / April 7, 2023

Good Friday He is the greatest man in history, had no servants, yet they called him Master. Had no degree, yet they called him Teacher. Had no medicines, yet they called him Healer. He had no army, yet kings feared Him. He won no military battles, yet He conquered the world. He committed no crime,…

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