City of Saint John news on Friday, October 23, 2026
In City of Saint John on Friday, October 23, 2026: Route 1 lane closures today; port expansion redesign approved. Also: Saint John Transit is raising some fares due to rising operational costs; New Brunswick now has an AI tool to help patients answer health questions. Weather: Mostly partly cloudy with rain clearing, 1–7°C and winds up to 17 km/h.
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- Route 1 has lane closures affecting traffic in Saint John today.City of Saint John ·
News & local government
- Saint John's chaotic intersection redesign is part of $463M port expansion funding approved by federal government.CBC · · Around
- Saint John council narrowly rejected NB Power's tree-clearing request in a close vote.Telegraph-Journal ·
- Federal government is funding construction work at small craft harbours in New Brunswick and P.E.I.CTV News · · Around
- Lepreau nuclear repair costs have jumped an extra $178 million over budget.Telegraph-Journal · · Around
- New Brunswick is considering regulated private online gambling in a major policy shift.TheLines.com · · Around
Traffic & transport
- Parking changes are now in effect on Cliff Street in Saint John.City of Saint John ·
Business & new openings
- CIMA+, a consulting firm, opened a new office in Saint John.Consulting.ca ·
Shopping & deals
- Saint John Transit is raising some fares due to rising operational costs.CTV News ·
- Gas prices in the Maritimes have dropped again.CTV News · · Around
Housing & real estate
- Moncton building permits are approaching record numbers due to growing population.CTV News · · Around
Health & care
- New Brunswick now has an AI tool to help patients answer health questions.Global News · · Around
- Health minister addressing spike in 811 call back wait times across New Brunswick.CTV News · · Around
Sports
- Saint John Sea Dogs are heading to Quebec for a weekend trip.Your Saint John · · Around
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