3 years ago
Pitts Memorial Drive near downtown St. John’s to be closed this weekend
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is advising the eastbound and westbound lanes of Pitts Memorial Drive from Bay Bulls Road to the CN Viaduct will close from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 12, and Sunday, August 13. The closure includes the westbound lane entrances to the viaduct via Hamilton Avenue, New […]
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3 years ago
New multi-purpose community centre announced for Town of Forteau
Some big news for the Town of Forteau. A cost-shared agreement of more than $2 million between the province and town will help support the construction of a new multi-purpose community centre. The project will involve the construction of an open space hall which will be used as a multi-purpose community space and performance space. […]
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3 years ago
Fogo Island residents protest to save full-time RCMP positions
A peaceful protest took place last night on Fogo Island where the mayor, town council members, and residents voiced their concerns as the number of full-time RCMP officers assigned to the town will temporarily be reduced later next month. It was a big show of support, with residents gathering at the Iceberg Arena. Normally, there […]
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3 years ago
Government awards contract for National War Memorial refurbishment
The provincial government has awarded a contract to Can-Am Platforms and Construction Ltd. for the refurbishment of the National War Memorial in St. John’s. The contract is valued at $6.1 million. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure issued a Request for Proposals for a consultant team to develop and design a new site plan for […]
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