City Buys Time To Get Development Deal Done On Coast Guard Site
Saint John is still hopeful the province will come through with infrastructure funds so the private developer can move ahead with the $250-million mixed-use development.
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Saint John Area Shoppers Drug Mart Employee Has Coronavirus
Two Shoppers Drug Mart locations in Greater Saint John had to close this weekend after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
Saint John Council Rejects Freezing Wages Of City Workers
After an hour-long debate, Common Council voted 8-2 against the motion, introduced by the mayor, who said the economic uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic calls for swift, bold action.
N.B. Municipal Elections Postponed Due To Coronavirus
Municipal elections were scheduled to take place on May 11.
N.B. Malls Reduce Hours Over Coronavirus Concerns
Special events that result in large gatherings were also suspended, including visits by the Easter Bunny.
All New Brunswick And Nova Scotia Public Schools Are Closing Down
The schools in both provinces are temporarily closing down to try and contain the spread of the coronavirus.
New Brunswick MLAs Unanimously Pass Provincial Budget
The vote was not expected until next Friday, but MLAs voted unanimously in favour of a motion to speed up the process.
Province Will Revisit Funding Application For Saint John Waterfront Project
A local developer plans to build a $250-million commercial and residential development on the former Coast Guard site, but the project needs provincial funding to help with seawall repairs.
Province Turns Down Funding For Fundy Quay
The city requested $10 million over five years to help with site remediation, which includes upgrading the sea wall.
Port Saint John Prepares For Possible Impacts From Coronavirus
Saint John is predicting a record-breaking cruise season in 2020 and it’s too soon to tell how COVID-19 could impact this year’s cruise ship season that begins in late April.
