Saint John Transit Adds New Locations for SJTRides Electronic Fare Validation

November 3, 2026

Saint John Transit requires riders to prove their eligibility in person to access discounted student and senior fares on the SJTRides mobile app. To make this process easier, the city organized temporary validation sessions at local schools and shopping centers. Image source: City of Saint John New Validation Dates and Locations You can verify your […]

Saint John Council to Review $766K Uptown Business Improvement Levy

November 3, 2026

The City of Saint John is preparing to vote on the upcoming budget for the Uptown Business Improvement Area. Uptown Saint John Inc. submitted the proposal, and the Common Council will review the request during their regular meeting on November 30, 2026. The proposed budget totals $766,486.80. This money funds various initiatives designed to keep […]

New Brunswick Unveils Plan to Grow Defence Sector to $1 Billion by 2030

November 3, 2026

New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt wants to expand the provincial military sector. She released a new policy framework at Canadian Forces Base Gagetown on Monday to outline this strategy. The federal government plans to spend $81.8 billion over five years to modernize the Canadian Armed Forces. Holt views this investment as a generational opportunity for […]

Section of Harbour Passage Closes Temporarily for Drilling Work

November 2, 2026

If you walk or bike along Harbour Passage, you need to adjust your route this week. The City of Saint John is temporarily closing a short section of the popular trail starting Tuesday morning, November 3. Image source: City of Saint John What to Expect on the Trail Crews are bringing equipment to conduct drilling […]

Saint John Customer Service Centre Closes Temporarily on November 3

November 2, 2026

The City of Saint John is closing its Customer Service Centre for a few hours on Tuesday, November 3. If you need in person assistance, plan your visit around this temporary shutdown. Image source: City of Saint John Closure Details and Reason The closure runs from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Staff are attending a […]

Rothesay Secures $28 Million for Wastewater Upgrades and New Infrastructure

November 2, 2026

All three levels of government are investing over $28 million to build a new wastewater treatment facility and expand water services in Rothesay. If you live in the area, you will soon see major infrastructure improvements. Source: Facebook Rothesay via CTV News Upgrading the Maliseet Drive Facility The bulk of the funding targets phase two […]

Nackawic Pulp Mill Halts Operations as Future Remains Uncertain

November 2, 2026

If you live in New Brunswick, you know how vital the forestry sector is to the local economy. The power boiler at the Nackawic pulp mill ran for the last time on Wednesday. Operations have officially stopped. Workers now face an uncertain future as the facility enters a temporary idling phase. According to a report […]

Dozen Hospitalized After Carbon Monoxide Leak at Cooke Building in Saint John

November 2, 2026

A carbon monoxide leak in uptown Saint John sent about a dozen people to the hospital on Friday. The incident occurred at the Cooke building on Carlton Street. Employees on the upper floors felt unwell and evacuated the building. Furnace Issue Triggers Evacuation Joel Richardson is the vice president of public relations for Cooke. He […]

Saint John Alternate Side Parking Changeover Takes Effect

October 31, 2026

The City of Saint John has officially implemented the alternate side parking changeover. You need to ensure your vehicle is parked on the correct side of the street tonight to avoid a parking ticket. Image via the City of Saint John Why The Changeover Matters This seasonal shift allows city crews to clear streets effectively […]

Sewell Street to Close for Five Days for Infrastructure Upgrades

October 30, 2026

Source: City of Saint John The City of Saint John is closing Sewell Street to through traffic starting Monday, November 2, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. The closure spans the block between Dorchester Street and Coburg Street and lasts for approximately five days. Why is Sewell Street closing? Crews are installing new infrastructure and upgrading existing […]