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Paul Reynolds Community Centre to Remain Closed on June 24

Posted on Monday, June 23, 2025 04:52 PM

Please be advised that the Paul Reynolds Community Centre will remain closed on Tuesday, June 24 as the city continues to facilitate repairs on the entranceway of the facility. An update on the reopening of the facility will be provided by 5 p.m. on June 24.

The City apologizes for the inconvenience this closure may cause.

Paul Reynolds Community Centre Closed Until Further Notice

Posted on Saturday, June 21, 2025 10:43 AM

Please be advised that the Paul Reynolds Community Centre will remain closed over the weekend, with an update on Monday, June 23.

On Friday evening, there was a partial collapse of the ceiling outside of the main entrance of the Paul Reynolds Community Centre. The facility was closed to facilitate repairs and secure the area.

The City takes safety concerns very seriously and will continue to investigate the cause of the incident.

Paul Reynolds Community Centre Closed

Posted on Friday, June 20, 2025 06:38 PM

Effective immediately, the Paul Reynolds Community Centre is closed due to unplanned maintenance.

An update on the reopening of the facility will be provided at noon on June 21, 2025.

The City of St. John’s apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and thanks residents for their understanding and patience as we work to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.

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Changes to Parking on Harbour Drive: New Metrobus Stops Installed

Posted on Friday, June 20, 2025 04:04 PM

New Metrobus stops have been added along Harbour Drive in areas that were previously designated as paid parking.

These changes support public transit accessibility ahead of the Downtown Pedestrian Mall. However, they will remain in effect until signage is removed.

The new stops affect areas where on-street parking was previously permitted. Motorists are reminded to always check signage before parking, as restrictions vary by location. Parking in the “No Stopping” section of a bus stop is strictly...

Street Rehab - June 23 to 28

Posted on Friday, June 20, 2025 03:47 PM

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Contractors may be working on the following streets from June 23 to 28 under the City’s annual streets rehabilitation and infrastructure maintenance programs. Work could include concrete/street excavation, concrete work, paving, heater scarifying, utility adjustment, ditch cleaning and culvert installation. Commuters may experience traffic delays in these areas:

Barnes Road (Mullock Street to Howley Avenue)

Beaumont Street

Cavendish Square

Conran Street

Elizabeth Avenue

Traffic Advisory - University Avenue and Prince Philip Drive

Posted on Friday, June 20, 2025 02:36 PM

7:00 a.m. Monday, June 23 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, July 19

Motorists are advised that construction is resuming on University Avenue and Prince Philip Drive to complete the remaining works associated with the University Avenue Storm Sewer Upgrades project.

Vehicular and pedestrian traffic will be maintained; however, traffic delays and lane reductions can be expected, and motorists are advised to seek alternate routes, if possible. Construction signage will be in place and flag persons will be on...

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Public vs. Private Parking: What’s the Difference?

Posted on Friday, June 20, 2025 11:07 AM

The City of St. John’s is sharing the following information to help residents and visitors better understand how parking enforcement differs between public and private lots — particularly when it comes to immobilization (booting).

City of St. John’s Parking Enforcement

The City does not use booting as a form of parking enforcement. Instead, we enforce parking regulations through:

Issuing parking fines.
Towing vehicles in certain violation cases.

All City-managed parking spaces are regulated by

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