Saint John City News

Game On: Saint John Unveils New Pickleball Courts at Shamrock Park
November 4, 2025
Saint John Catches Pickleball Fever with New Courts The City of Saint John is embracing one of North America’s fastest-growing sports with the opening of three brand-new, dedicated pickleball courts at Shamrock Park. According to a recent announcement from the City, the courts are now ready for players of all skill levels to enjoy. This […]

Your Guide to 2025 Remembrance Day Services in Saint John
November 4, 2025
As November 11 approaches, Saint John prepares to honour the sacrifices of those who have served. The City of Saint John has released the official schedule for public Remembrance Day services, ensuring residents across the community have an opportunity to pay their respects on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The City of Saint John has announced […]

Saint John Weather Forecast: Wet and Chilly Week Ahead for Nov 4-10, 2025
November 4, 2025
A Wet Week on the Horizon for Saint John Get your umbrellas ready, Saint John. The forecast promises a consistently wet week with fluctuating temperatures, including a mix of rain and snow. Here’s what you need to know to plan your days, with all data sourced from the Saint John Daily weather page. Tuesday’s Outlook: […]

Saint John Proposes Rezoning 18 Hectares of Park and Rural Land for New Housing
November 3, 2025
Saint John’s Common Council is set to consider a major amendment to the city’s Municipal Development Plan that would pave the way for a new residential area. The proposal involves redesignating a large, 18-hectare parcel of land near Summit Drive and Clint Drive, currently zoned as green space, for housing development. According to a public […]

Major Saint John Traffic Disruptions: Plan for Route 1 and Viaduct Closures This Week
November 3, 2025
Drivers in Saint John should prepare for significant lane and ramp closures affecting the One Mile House Viaduct and sections of Route 1 from Thursday, November 6 to Saturday, November 8, 2025. The City of Saint John announced the upcoming disruptions in a traffic advisory issued on behalf of the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure […]

Get Financial Help for Your Kids' Winter Activities: Saint John P.R.O. Kids Applications Now Open
November 3, 2025
Applications Open for Winter 2025-2026 Season Families in the Greater Saint John area can now apply for financial assistance to help get their children into winter activities. The City of Saint John’s Positive Recreation Opportunities for Kids (P.R.O. Kids) program has officially opened its online application portal for the winter 2025-2026 season. P.R.O. Kids helps […]

Saint John City Services Hit by Technical Outage: Here's What You Need to Know
November 3, 2025
A technical outage is currently impacting the City of Saint John’s customer service functions, affecting how you can make payments and access account information. The city announced the disruption in a notice posted to its official website, advising residents of several key service interruptions. If you need to contact City Hall, expect significant limitations until […]

Free Overnight Parking in Uptown Saint John Ends October 31: What You Need to Know
October 31, 2025
If you enjoy free overnight parking in Uptown Saint John’s Entertainment District, take note. The City of Saint John has announced that the popular program is coming to an end after Friday, October 31, 2025. This change means you will need to adjust your parking plans for late nights in the uptown area starting in […]

Saint John Fire Department Issues Vital Safety Reminder for Daylight Saving Time
October 31, 2025
Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery As Saint John residents prepare to turn their clocks back an hour this Sunday, November 2, 2025, for the end of daylight saving time, the City of Saint John Fire Department is highlighting a simple task that can save lives: changing the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide […]

Don't Get Towed: A Guide to Saint John's Alternate-Side Parking Rules and Exceptions
October 31, 2025
Navigating Parking in Saint John If you park on the street in Saint John, you need to know the alternate-side parking rules to avoid a ticket or a tow. The city enforces these regulations to help with street cleaning and snow removal, and the rules change twice a month. The City of Saint John uses […]
