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What’s Going On in Saint John • Rothesay • Quispamsis — Sept. 13

Open House in Quispamsis
If you’re house‐hunting, there’s an open house this weekend: 13 Meenans Cove Road in Quispamsis, happening Saturday, Sept. 13 from 12-2 PM. Go by and take a look! Instagram

Rothesay Photo Contest Winner Announced
The Town of Rothesay has revealed the winner of its “Through the Lens” photo contest for 2025 — congratulations to Amanda McCauley! Her work will be featured in upcoming town media and exhibits. rothesay.ca

Transit Update: KV Go in Effect
The Kennebecasis Valley (Rothesay & Quispamsis) continues with the KV Go transit demonstration project, providing free, accessible local transportation. If you haven’t already, check the new routes and schedules — it’s designed to help folks around here get where they need to go more easily.

Conditions Right Now

  • Clear skies, about 10 °C (50 °F)

  • Overnight, skies stay mostly clear. Temperatures drop into the low single digits (~5-10 °C / 42-50 °F)

 Coming Up This Morning → Afternoon

  • Early morning (before sunrise): cold, around 6-7 °C (42-45 °F)

  • By mid-morning: warming to ~13-16 °C (55-60 °F)

  • Around noon to early afternoon: reaching a high near 17 °C (62 °F) under mostly sunny skies

 What to Wear / Plan For

  • A light jacket or sweater for early morning

  • Comfortable layers: cool in the morning, mild by midday

  • Pleasant conditions for being outside during the day — likely good time for errands, walks, etc.

If you want, I can pull up the extended forecast (next few days) or show if there are any weather alerts in the Saint John area?

 
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Local Update: Saint John • Rothesay • Quispamsis — September 12, 2025

Weather-Focused Update

  • Today (Sept 12): Sunny skies. High around 21 °C, low near 9 °C. Ease Weather+1

  • Next few days:
    • Sept 13 – Cloudy, high ~17 °C / low ~9 °C. Ease Weather+1
    • Sept 14-16 – Expect partly to mostly cloudy conditions, with highs around 20-22 °C and cool mornings. Ease Weather+1

  • Longer outlook for September:
    • Temperatures mostly hovering in the 17-19 °C range during the day; nights are cooler (≈ 9-11 °C) as the month progresses. Weather25+2Weather2Travel.com+2
    • Rain is expected on multiple days — around 10-13 days in the month will see some rainfall. Total monthly precipitation is moderate, maybe ~100-130 mm. Ease Weather+2Weather2Travel.com+2
    • Sunshine is decent but not constant — typically around 6 hours of bright sun per day on average in September. Weather2Travel.com+1

 

Quispamsis News & Notices

  • The Town of Quispamsis has announced a detour change on Gondola Point Road due to forcemain construction. Town of Quispamsis

  • The KV Go public transit stop in Quispamsis is back in service. Town of Quispamsis

  • Road construction continues through the week (Sep 8-14) in Quispamsis, which may affect traffic conditions. Town of Quispamsis

Rothesay Updates

  • Residents in Rothesay are reminded of the municipal water service notice. Rothesay

  • Quispamsis and Rothesay have launched the KV Go transit demonstration project — buses have been operating since August 11. Rothesay

  • An update on the wastewater treatment project is available for residents. Rothesay

  • Public hearing underway for a rezone proposal at 1 North Street in Rothesay.

  • Aadditional Local News & Updates

    Saint John

    • Trails and parks in Saint John are now fully open as of September 8. saintjohn.ca Fire safety restrictions remain in effect: no wood/propane fires, BBQs, fireworks, etc. saintjohn.ca

    • A boil-water order in the Forest Hills area has been rescinded. saintjohn.ca

    • The city has proposed an amendment to the Municipal Plan & Zoning By-law. A public hearing has been scheduled to discuss this. saintjohn.ca

    • Saint John Transit will be increasing its multi-ride fare starting January 1, 2026. saintjohn.ca

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Local News for Saint John • Rothesay • Quispamsis

🏙️ Local News for Saint John • Rothesay • Quispamsis — September 11, 2025

1. Line of Duty Memorial Service in Saint John
Tonight at 6:30 p.m., Firefighters Association Local 771 will hold its annual Line of Duty Memorial Service in King’s Square, Saint John. This is a solemn occasion to honour firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Facebook

2. Rothesay Photo Contest Winner Announced
Congratulations go to Amanda McCauley, selected as the winner of Rothesay’s “Through the Lens” Photo Contest for 2025. Her work stood out among local submissions. Rothesay

3. Infrastructure & Construction Notices in Quispamsis

  • An access road construction project may impact users of the QR Trail — those who use the trail should expect changes in accessibility and potential detours. Town of Quispamsis

  • General road construction notices are active through September 8-14, 2025. Residents along affected routes should plan for possible delays. Town of Quispamsis

4. Water-Service Notice & Rezoning in Rothesay

  • Rothesay has issued a notice about municipal water for certain residents — if that includes your area, check the town’s site to see if there are any changes or advisories. Rothesay

  • A public hearing is scheduled for a proposed rezoning of land (North Street) — this may affect development, land use, or neighbourhood plans.

  • Crime & Public Safety

    • Saint John’s Major Crime Unit has made an arrest in a murder investigation that started on September 3. The victim, a 34-year-old male, was found with serious injuries in a Carleton Street residence; he later died. saintjohnpolice.ca

    • Also in Saint John, a drug trafficking and firearms investigation by the Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU) led to the arrest of a 19-year-old male on September 4. Evidence seized includes fentanyl, cocaine, crystal meth, cash, firearms & ammunition. saintjohnpolice.ca

    🎉 Community Events

    Here are some things happening in the area soon:

    Event Where When Notes
    Whitewater Band at the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 058) Quispamsis September 20, 8:30 PM-11:00 PM Evening live music. Town of Quispamsis
    Murder Mystery Fundraiser Kennebecasis Public Library, Quispamsis October 4, 6:00 PM-9:30 PM Fundraiser event with a mystery theme. Town of Quispamsis
    43rd KV Quilt Show – “Log Cabin in the Valley” Island View Lions Building, 9 Market Street, Quispamsis Sept 17-20 The large judged quilt show in the region. Opening gala Sept 17 evening; full schedule follows. Price: ~$5. Rothesay
    Free Baton Twirling Classes K-Park Elementary School, Rothesay Sept 8 & 15, 6-8 PM For ages 4-18. Great for kids interested in performance arts & meeting peers. Rothesay

 

 
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What’s New in Our Corner of the Kennebecasis Region

1. Trails in Saint John Now Fully Open—With Fire Safety Still in Effect
As of September 8, 2025, all City-operated parks and trails in Saint John are open again. However, fire safety remains paramount—wood/propane fires, BBQs, fireworks, and outdoor open flames are still prohibited due to high wildfire risk. Violators may face fines ranging from $140 to $2,100. Authorities urge residents to report any signs of smoke or fire immediately by calling 911. saintjohn.ca

2. Teen Writers Get a Launchpad at Uptown’s The Write Cup
A free 12-week writing workshop for teens began on September 8, coinciding with World Literacy Day. Hosted at The Write Cup bookstore café in Market Square, the program connects aspiring writers with local published authors-turned-mentors. The intent? To get students published and their work available locally—and globally. The first session kicks off on the last Monday of September and runs through December. Frequency News

3. Irving Oil’s Saint John Refinery Prepares for Major September Maintenance
Irving Oil’s massive refinery in Saint John is gearing up for a 30-day maintenance turnaround later this month. The $40 million project includes infrastructure replacements, upgrades, and inspections—running in parallel with its ongoing Fluid Catalytic Cracking Unit (FCCU) upgrade. As Canada’s largest refinery, it’s essential for fuel supply throughout Atlantic Canada and the U.S. Northeast. Reuters

 

Quick Highlights

  • Saint John recreation alert: Enjoy reopened trails—but stay safe, no fires allowed.

  • Youth opportunity: A free, twelve-week writing workshop starts soon in Uptown.

  • Economic watch: Irving Oil begins significant maintenance vital to our fuel chain.