The provincial budget has been postponed as protesting fish harvesters continue to block the entrances to Confederation Building. In a release the Province said, “The Provincial Government is advising that the delivery of Budget 2024 has been delayed due to an unsafe environment in which fish harvesters are preventing public service employees from entering the […]
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As hundreds of fish harvesters and processing workers protest outside Confederation Building today, labour leaders have made the decision to stand in solidarity with workers and not participate in today’s budget proceedings. If government does proceed with tabling a budget today, labour leaders will be available for comment following the budget speech. The labour movement […]
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At the March 19, 2024 City Council Meeting, over $1.7 million was approved for Community and Capital Grants. For 2024, community grants total $1,264,400 and capital grants total $499,960 plus $9983.06 in waived permit fees. The City of St. John’s grants and subsidies program makes available financial and other resources to nonprofit groups, organizations and individuals whose programming […]
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Hundreds of fishery protesters are standing their ground outside Confederation Building, just hours before the province is expected to bring down it’s budget. Hundreds of staff are off work, with no access to the buildings. What was supposed to be a “peaceful protest” has turned into a tense scene with a clash between protesters and […]
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The Avondale Volunteer Fire Department has responded to a single-vehicle collision on the Avondale access road near the Trans-Canada Highway. Traffic is down to one lane in the area and motorists are asked to exercise caution in the area.
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The RNC is warning of an increased presence of police officers at the Confederation Building. There is a protest occurring at the building ahead of today’s budget. The RNC said, “We respect the right to protest and are sensitive to the concerns of demonstrators. Please respect those that required to report to work today. Our […]
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Spring is a time eagerly awaited by many as it brings warmer weather (eventually), blooming flowers, and longer days. However, have you ever wondered why the date of spring seems to shift between the 20th and 21st of March? Let’s delve into the astronomical and calendar intricacies that govern the timing of this seasonal transition. […]
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The St. John’s City Council has voted to approve the capital budget for 2024. The budget, totalling $26,320,629, covers a wide range of services including transportation improvements, street/sidewalk repair/rehabilitation, water system projects, housing projects, capital grants to community groups, snow clearing equipment, recreational facilities and playground infrastructure. Some of the highlights include over $5.1 million […]
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The closure of the pool, steam room and sauna at H.G.R. Mews Centre has been extended once again. City crews continue to await parts to complete the required repairs to equipment. The next update will be provided on March 22. Those registered in swimming lessons will be contacted directly.
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The RNC is advising the public about anticipated traffic congestion, in and around the Confederation Building area, throughout the day. Allandale Road and Prince Philip Parkway are expecting to see an increase in vehicular traffic associated with the announcement of the Provincial Budget. Motorists may see traffic delays due to traffic congestion and may wish […]
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