The exterior of Saint John City Hall is pictured in this file photo. (Staff photo) The City of Saint John announced this week it has updated both its public Emergency Notification System and E-notification System for residents. The renewal allows residents to receive municipal alerts and information directly from the City of Saint John. The emergency alerts can be distributed through email, voice and text through a notification system operated by the Saint John Emergency Management Organization and the city to communicate urgent public safety notices. The City has also upgraded its E-notification system to allows residents to stay informed about various information and updates through regular email notifications.