Saint John City News

Your Guide to an Exciting Week in Saint John: September 23-29!
September 22, 2025
Saint John, New Brunswick is buzzing with activity this week, offering a diverse range of events from captivating films and live music to unique markets and wellness experiences. Get ready to explore the best of what our vibrant city has to offer between September 23rd and 29th! Lights, Camera, Action: Film Screenings TIFF: Do I […]

Saint John Issues Urgent Call for Water Conservation Amid Dry Spell
September 19, 2025
Prolonged dry weather and below-average rainfall have put a strain on Saint John’s municipal water sources, prompting the city to ask residents for immediate help in conserving water. In a press release issued by the City of Saint John, officials outlined the increasing pressure on the water supply and announced steps to ensure water remains […]

Saint John Harbour Bridge to Close Temporarily This Sunday and Monday Evening
September 18, 2025
Plan for Brief Delays on Your Evening Commute If your daily travels take you across the Saint John Harbour Bridge, you will need to plan for brief closures this coming Sunday and Monday evening. The New Brunswick Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has scheduled temporary full closures of the bridge that will affect traffic. The […]

Plan Your Weekend Drive: Part of Union Street is Closing This Saturday
September 18, 2025
If your weekend plans involve driving through Uptown Saint John, you’ll need to know about an upcoming road closure. A portion of Union Street will be completely closed to traffic for most of the day this Saturday, September 21, 2024. According to a traffic advisory issued by the City of Saint John, the closure is […]

Union Street Set for Full-Day Closure in Uptown Saint John This September
September 18, 2025
If your daily commute takes you through Uptown Saint John, you’ll need to plan a new route for Tuesday, September 23, 2025. A key section of Union Street will be completely closed to through traffic for the entire business day. The city announced the upcoming closure to allow for crane operations. Image: City of Saint […]

Time to Dry Off: Saint John's Splash Pads Closing for the Season on Sept. 17
September 17, 2025
As summer comes to a close, so does the season for cooling off in the city’s popular water attractions. The City of Saint John has announced that its four public splash pads will be shutting down for the year starting Wednesday, September 17, 2025. In an official notice posted on its website, the city noted, […]

Mark Your Calendars: Saint John Reschedules Canada Day Fireworks for Spectacular Summer Send-Off
September 17, 2025
Residents who missed the traditional Canada Day fireworks display will have another chance to see the sky light up over Saint John. The city has officially rescheduled the postponed celebration, framing it as a “spectacular send-off to summer.” The original event was cancelled due to inclement weather and a provincial fire ban that was in […]

Saint John Drivers: Prepare for 3-Day Delays on Sandy Point Road for New Roundabout Construction
September 17, 2025
Drivers who use Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive should plan for significant delays starting next week. The City of Saint John has announced a three-day traffic interruption at the intersection to accommodate the construction of a new roundabout. According to an official traffic advisory posted by the city, the work is scheduled to […]

‘Never Stop on the Tracks’: Saint John Issues Urgent Warning for Rail Safety Week 2025
September 15, 2025
With preventable tragedies occurring annually at railway crossings, the City of Saint John is launching a public awareness campaign with a simple but urgent message: Never stop on the tracks. The initiative is part of the national Rail Safety Week, running from September 15 to 21, 2025. In a press release issued Monday, the city […]

‘We Shine Brighter Together’: Saint John Focuses on Inclusion for NB Municipality Week 2025
September 15, 2025
The City of Saint John is highlighting its commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as it celebrates New Brunswick Municipality Week 2025. This year’s theme, “We Shine Brighter Together,” moves beyond a simple celebration to become a reflection of the city’s core values, aiming to showcase the positive impact of DEI on all municipal […]
