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St. Catharines seeking advisory committees members

July 9, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

We have vacancies on our advisory committees! Share your input and expertise on different City Council initiatives and topics.

Which committee interests you the most? ?

Anti-Racism
Equity and Inclusion
LGBTQ2+
Older Adults

Learn more at https://t.co/8glU6wSX3B pic.twitter.com/Euaxf6cgFv
— St. Catharines (@St_Catharines) July 9, 2021

Wastewater treatment upgrades in St. Catharines

July 9, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Important upgrades to improve wastewater treatment at Port Dalhousie Wastewater Treatment Plant in @St_Catharines are underway. These upgrades will update aging equipment and improve treatment and energy efficiency.

Learn about the project at https://t.co/cVlec1EXEJ pic.twitter.com/SeXl9EEDub
— Niagara Region (@NiagaraRegion) July 9, 2021

Power outage in north end of St. Catharines

July 8, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

NEWS | Power out for approximately 500 St. Catharines homes and businesses after crash. Details: https://t.co/qNbfrQbIdI pic.twitter.com/gIJozJpFS2
— NewsTalk 610 CKTB (@610CKTB) July 8, 2021

UPDATE: #Outage in #StCath affecting approx 217 homes and businesses in the area north of Lakeshore Rd between Vine St and Welland Canals Parkway. Crews working. ETR 3:00PM. The cause of the outage is a vehicle collision. For more info visit https://t.co/1y7u3xOUAj ^pa
— Alectra (@alectranews) July 8, 2021

St. Catharines man arrested after stabbing

Stabbing took place in the Division Street and Riordon Street area last night

July 6, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

NEWS | St. Catharines man arrested after stabbing in the city. Details: https://t.co/uCgXlDWgjI pic.twitter.com/29LTFdUI6K
— NewsTalk 610 CKTB (@610CKTB) July 6, 2021

St. Catharines extends hours for pools and splash pads

July 6, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Friendly reminder that facilities have extended hours today ?
Stay cool St. Catharines? https://t.co/5FRi0MpbeW
— St. Catharines (@St_Catharines) July 6, 2021

St. Catharines holding public meeting on development charges

July 5, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Public Meeting on Development Charges July 12 at 6 p.m.

Find out more and give feedback at https://t.co/7JRoC8T1Hc

Notice of Public Meeting: https://t.co/o1Ifb9HUw7 #EngageSTC #OurHomeSTC pic.twitter.com/R7SKNQMvkV
— St. Catharines (@St_Catharines) July 5, 2021

Photo: Google Maps

Work on former Ontario Street GM lands continue

July 2, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

St. Catharines City Council received an update from the Ministry of the Environment on the former Ontario Street GM lands.
The Ministry confirmed that nearby residences are not impacted by contaminants in the storm sewer.
As well, there is no increased risk of adverse health to persons living near the property.
The Ministry also approved a plan from the landowner to begin work to stop any migration of PCBs into Twelve Mile Creek.
City Council approved a motion asking staff to continue to work with the Ministry and the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority to ensure the property is cleaned up.

People gather for celebration of Indigenous culture

July 2, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Nearly 500 people gathered at Montebello Park in St. Catharines on July 1 for a celebration of Indigenous culture, and to remember the children lost to residential schools.https://t.co/eq2zlWXRCM
— Niagara this Week (@NiagarathisWeek) July 1, 2021

Happy Rolph’s new playground now open

Tractor feature of playground will be installed at a later date

July 2, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

1/3 – The wait is over! The new Happy Rolph’s playground, constructed with the support from the Rotary Club of St. Catharines, and pavilion is open and ready for play! pic.twitter.com/Qoaf1uQde8
— St. Catharines (@St_Catharines) July 2, 2021

2/3- It is designed for all abilities and types of play featuring:
?‍? Rubber play surfaces allowing for mobility device access
?‍?Accessible hard surface pathways
?Accessible swings
?Cognitive / creative amenities
?‍Physical play amenities
?Quiet retreat spaces
And more! pic.twitter.com/j5fB2xA6va
— St. Catharines (@St_Catharines) July 2, 2021

St. Catharines Library reopens July 5

June 30, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Good news! Your library is reopening for in-person visits on Monday July 5. We look forward to seeing you again! #ourhomeSTC pic.twitter.com/rNQBzPNmZF
— StCatharinesLibrary (@stcathlibrary) June 29, 2021

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