Saint John City News
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Dorchester Street Closure: What Saint John Drivers Need to Know on June 25
June 23, 2026
Image source: City of Saint John The City of Saint John is closing a section of Dorchester Street to through traffic on June 25, 2026. Crews are completing asphalt resurfacing in the area, requiring a full-day shutdown. Closure Details The closure affects Dorchester Street between Union Street and Carleton Street. Work begins at 7:00 a.m. […]

Mitchener Village Opens to Provide Supportive Housing for Saint John Youth
June 23, 2026
If you care about community development in Saint John, you will want to know about a new supportive housing complex officially open in the north end. Mitchener Village provides nine fully furnished units for young people facing homelessness between the ages of 19 and 25. According to a report by CBC News, the Centre for […]

Saint John Considers Zoning Amendment to Expand Mini Home Park on Glen Road
June 22, 2026
The City of Saint John plans to expand an existing mini home park near Rex Hurley Boulevard and Glen Road. Common Council will amend the Municipal Development Plan to rezone a 5.5 hectare plot of land for this project. Source: City of Saint John What the Amendment Changes The proposal redesignates the land from a […]

Saint John Jewish Historical Museum Celebrates 40 Years of Preserving Local History
June 22, 2026
The Saint John Jewish Historical Museum marks four decades of preserving and sharing the rich history of the local Jewish community. Founded in 1986, the institution continues to connect locals and global visitors with stories that stretch back to the 1700s. Shaarei Zedek Synagogue at the Saint John Jewish Historical Museum. (Source: Katherine Biggs Craft […]

Saint John Disability Advocates Turn Lived Experience Into Accessible Spaces
June 22, 2026
If you live in Saint John, you know the city has room to grow when it comes to accessibility. Now, residents living with disabilities are stepping up to make the city and the rest of Canada more accessible. Through a national database platform called The Accessibility Exchange, locals use their daily experiences to audit federally […]

Why Black Bears Are Wandering Through Saint John and Fredericton Backyards
June 22, 2026
Black bears are making unexpected appearances in backyards across Saint John and Fredericton. Residents in Grand Bay Westfield and Martinon recently reported sightings online. In Fredericton, police issued a public safety advisory after locals spotted a mother bear and three cubs roaming city streets. According to a recent report from CBC News, wildlife experts say […]

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 […]
