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Book of Condolence for Councillor Elizabeth Laurie

The Town of Paradise is offering a public Book of Condolence for Councillor Elizabeth Laurie. Those wishing to sign a book can do so at either the Paradise Double Ice Complex (1 Sarah Davis Way) or Paradise Town Hall (28 McNamara Drive), during regular operating hours. The books will be available for signing until Monday, February 26, 2024.

Statement from Mayor Dan Bobbett on the passing of Councillor Elizabeth Laurie

Mayor Dan Bobbett today issued the follwoing statement on the passing of Councillor Elizabeth Laurie:

"Today I lost a dear friend, and the Town of Paradise lost a treasured resident, my colleague Councillor Elizabeth Laurie. On behalf of the Town, I extend heartfelt condolences to her husband Harold Furlong, young daughters Laurie and Grace, her father and three sisters, and their families. 

Elizabeth wore so many hats effortlessly – mother, wife, sister, friend, volunteer, and Councillor. She had...

Town Facilities Closed for the Morning: February 15, 2024

UPDATE - February 15, 2024, 5 p.m.: The Paradise Double Ice Comples will open for regular operations at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 15. 

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UPDATE - February 15, 2024, 11 a.m.: Due to weather conditions and forecast, all Town facilities, including the Town Hall and Paradise Double Ice Complex, are closed for the afternoon on Thursday, February 15. An update on recreation facilities will be provided at 4:30 p.m. 

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Due to the weather conditions and forecast, all Town facilities,...

Town Facilities Closed & Garbage Collection Cancelled: February 14, 2024

The Town of Paradise advises that due to the forecast, all Town facilities, including the Town Hall and Paradise Double Ice Complex are closed for the day on Wednesday, February 14 with Recreation facilities closed for the evening as well. 

Garbage and Recycling collections are cancelled for February 14 with collections moving ahead by one day. The revised schedule for the remainder of the week is as follows:

• Area 2 A+B Garbage and Area 2A Recycling: Thursday, February 15
• Area 3 A+B Garbage and...

Metrobus Route 30 Service Enhancements

The Town of Paradise partners with Metrobus to offer public transit to the Town of Paradise. Route 30 operates weekdays during peak hours and on Saturdays between the Paradise Double Ice Complex and the Avalon Mall in St. John's. The full route information is on the Metrobus website or by calling 709-722-9400.

Since starting in Paradise in 2016, Metrobus and the Town have been working to grow the ridership and provide residents with access to public transit. Budget 2024, further investments were...