Posted on Friday, January 27, 2023 03:30 PM
Reminder comes following recent fire code violations
A recent Ontario Court of Justice conviction, together with $7,500 worth of fines, is serving as a reminder to St. Catharines homeowners, landlords and tenants of their responsibilities when it comes to fire safety, specifically the requirement for working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
On Jan. 12, 2022, the owner of a residential property at 5 Lucerne Pl. in St. Catharines plead guilty to three charges related to a failure to install...
Posted on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 04:42 PM
St. Catharines Fire Services continues to work with provincial and regional partners on the ongoing investigation and remediation following the Jan. 12 fire at 20 Keefer Rd. in Port Weller.
Neighbourhood safety and environmental protection remain the priorities as the complex investigation, led by the Ontario Fire Marshal, and the cleanup of the property continues. Other partners supporting this work include the Ministry of Labour, Ministry of the Environment, Niagara Regional Police, Ontario Provincial...
Posted on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 04:20 PM
City making key investments in recovery and strategic priorities
While the City of St. Catharines continues to face pressures related to inflation, provincial legislation and pandemic recovery, we are focused on planning ahead by making key investments in infrastructure, the City’s workforce and maintaining and delivering existing and enhanced services to meet the community’s needs.
On Monday night City Council approved a $128.2-million 2023 operating budget, and with it a tax increase that will...
Posted on Monday, January 16, 2023 02:58 PM
Individuals looking to lend their knowledge to the Niagara District Airport Commission, or the St. Catharines Public Library Board (SCPL), are encouraged to apply for positions.
The City is looking for three individuals who will represent the municipality on the airport commission, and seven citizens for the SCPL. Those successfully appointed will serve a four-year term.
The Niagara District Airport Commission manages the Niagara District Airport on behalf of the City of St. Catharines, the City...
Posted on Thursday, January 12, 2023 04:42 PM
--UPDATE--
The fire at Keefer Road is under control and residents are welcome to return to their residences.
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View the Livestream Media Update from 1 p.m. today.
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Residents in the area of ongoing fire at a chemical facility near Seaway Haulage Road and Keefer Road in St. Catharines are being asked to shelter in place due to the presence of toxic smoke.
The fire, at 20 Keefer Rd., was reported at about 6:30 a.m. with explosions breaking out at the facility. The fire also extended into a neighbouring...