Saint John Today
Friday, September 18, 2026
Local News
Confirmed: The City of Saint John has announced the end of the 2026 splash-pad season. The city’s latest news and notices also continue to list the King Street traffic advisory and alternate-side parking changeover.
Confirmed: The City and Saint John Local Immigration Partnership are holding the Uptown Food Shop Hop today from 3–6 p.m., featuring more than 10 multicultural grocery stores and businesses in Uptown and the City Market.
Roads and Traffic
Confirmed: The latest City traffic advisory is for King Street, issued September 16. Drivers should check the City’s current traffic notices before travelling through the affected area.
Developing: No newer major City traffic closure was identified in this morning’s search.
City of Saint John — News and Notices
Police and Public Safety
Confirmed: Saint John Police continue to seek information about Morton Doughty, 37, who was last seen September 13 in the Waterloo Street area. Police say several leads have been investigated but he has not yet been located. Anyone with information is asked to call 506-648-3333.
Police also continue their 2026 school-zone safety program. Saint John Police Force
Business and Economy
Confirmed: New Brunswick fuel prices changed today. The maximum regular gasoline price fell 2.8 cents per litre to about $1.99, while diesel increased 2 cents to about $2.88 per litre. Furnace oil also increased to about $2.81 per litre.
Events
The Uptown Food Shop Hop runs from 3–6 p.m. today.
Tonight, East Coast Emo Night takes place at the AREA 506 Waterfront Container Village, with doors opening at 7 p.m.
Weather
Confirmed: Environment Canada reports 14°C with light rain and fog at 7 a.m. Visibility is currently reduced to about 0.8 km. Today’s forecast calls for showers and a high near 20°C, followed by clearing and a much cooler Saturday with a high around 17°C.
Bay of Fundy Tides
For Saint John on Friday, September 18:
| Tide | Approx. time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High | 5:30 a.m. | 22.4 ft / 6.8 m |
| Low | 11:39 a.m. | 6.8 ft / 2.1 m |
| High | 5:50 p.m. | 22.9 ft / 7.0 m |
Tide predictions vary somewhat by station, so boaters should check the official marine information before heading out.
Today’s Snapshot
Weather: Rain and fog early; high near 20°C
Traffic: King Street remains the latest City advisory
Public safety: Missing-person investigation remains active
Business: Gas prices down; diesel prices up
Events: Uptown Food Shop Hop, 3–6 p.m.; East Coast Emo Night, 7 p.m.
Tides: High water around 5:50 p.m.
Key sources: City of Saint John
· Saint John Police Force · Environment Canada — Saint John Forecast · Your Saint John Events