Fallsview Park and Avenue Reopen to Saint John Residents After Major Upgrades

June 20, 2026

The City of Saint John has reopened Fallsview Avenue, Gregory Place, and Fallsview Park to both vehicles and pedestrians. This reopening follows a major reconstruction project to update aging infrastructure in the area. Image Source: City of Saint John What the Upgrades Include The city completed a full street reconstruction along the corridor. You will […]

Temporary Swimming Ban Hits Three Saint John Beaches Due to High Bacteria

June 19, 2026

Image source: City of Saint John The City of Saint John has temporarily closed Tucker Park Beach, Fisher Lake in Rockwood Park, and Dominion Park Beach for swimming. Recent water testing by Public Health revealed elevated bacteria levels at these locations. What You Need to Know Swimming is strictly prohibited at the three affected beaches […]

Saint John Weather Forecast: Showers This Friday Lead to a Sunny Weekend, June 19 to June 25

June 19, 2026

Friday Brings Clearing Skies Morning showers and fog end by noon today. You will see a mix of sun and cloud this afternoon. Temperatures reach 14 degrees along the coast and 21 degrees inland. A high UV index of 9 means you need sunscreen if you spend time outside. Tonight features partly cloudy skies and […]

Fisher Lake and Dominion Park Beach Closed Due to High E. Coli Levels

June 18, 2026

If you plan to cool off at Fisher Lake or Dominion Park Beach this week, you need to change your plans. Image via City of Saint John The City of Saint John announced the temporary closure of both swimming spots after Public Health tests revealed high levels of E. coli bacteria in the water. Both […]

Things to Do in Saint John: June 19 - June 25, 2026

June 18, 2026

Looking for things to do in Saint John this weekend and into next week? We’ve got you covered! From live music and bustling markets to community sports and trivia nights, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. For a full list of events we track happening in Saint John, be sure to check out our events […]

Hampton Highway 1 Gas Spill Tests Show No Contamination Two Months Later

June 18, 2026

Environmental tests reveal no noticeable contamination two months after a tanker truck crashed and spilled fuel on Highway 1 near Hampton. While the test results bring good news to the community, crews remain on site to finish the job. As of mid June, cleanup efforts were still going on at the site of an April […]

Canada Day 2026 in Saint John: Full Schedule of Free Waterfront Events

June 18, 2026

The City of Saint John is organizing a full day of free family friendly events on the waterfront for Canada Day on Wednesday July 1 2026. The schedule includes live music, interactive activities, and a fireworks display. The City of Saint John released the complete itinerary, detailing events across multiple downtown locations. Bran Van 3000 […]

Dorchester Street to Close for Asphalt Resurfacing on June 18

June 17, 2026

The City of Saint John is shutting down a section of Dorchester Street for a full day of asphalt resurfacing. Image via City of Saint John What You Need to Know If you commute through the uptown area, you need to plan an alternate route. The city will close Dorchester Street between Union Street and […]

Traffic Alert: Prince William Street Lane Closure for Saint John High School Graduation

June 17, 2026

Drivers in uptown Saint John need to prepare for minor delays on Thursday June 18 2026. The City of Saint John announced a lane closure on Prince William Street to accommodate the Saint John High School graduation processional. Image source: City of Saint John What You Need to Know The northbound lane adjacent to Saint […]

Saint John Warns Drivers: Never Stop on Railway Tracks

June 17, 2026

The City of Saint John is urging drivers to stay alert and keep their vehicles off railway tracks. With roughly 30 public rail crossings scattered across the city, you likely cross them daily. However, moving onto the tracks when traffic is backed up creates a serious hazard. Source: City of Saint John Train safety is […]