Month: December 2023

2 years ago

Phone Service Interruptions coming for RCMP Burin detachment

Front counter services will be unavailable at the Burin Peninsula RCMP Detachment in Marystown from December 13-15, 2023, while staff prepare to move to the new Burin Peninsula RCMP Detachment.  The new Detachment is located directly behind the current detachment on McGettigan Boulevard in Marystown.  There will also be an interruption in phone service to […]

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2 years ago

NDP leader says living conditions at HMP must be addressed

Jim Dinn is calling on government to commit to a completion date for the new penitentiary. He says conditions for inmates and workers at HMP, including the presence of mold and rodent infestations, go unaddressed in spite of multiple government announcements. “I renew my call for action to ensure that staff have safe working conditions, […]

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2 years ago

Possibility of job action mounting as AAHP still without a contract, conciliation set to begin today

The chance of job action is mounting as the Association of Allied Health Professionals (AAHP) is still without a contract, with conciliation set to begin today. Representing over 800 healthcare professionals, the AAHP walked away from the bargaining table in early October after a year of negotiations. Gord Piercey, President of AAHP says, with an […]

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2 years ago

Sheshatshiu RCMP investigates break and enter at CRB Supermarket

The RCMP in Sheshatshiu is investigating a recent early morning break and enter that occurred at CRB Supermarket in North West River and is seeking assistance from the public in identifying two possible witnesses. The break and enter occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. on November 29. Suspects entered the business by breaking through a window […]

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2 years ago

Federal government partners with FCM to strengthen asset management in the province

On Tuesday the federal government announced an investment of $1.9 million to help 46 communities in the province implement innovative strategies to manage their municipal infrastructure. The investment will help the communities ensure that arenas, bridges, drinking water and wastewater systems, and roads are working as efficiently as possible. The Town of Grand Falls-Windsor will […]

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2 years ago

Group aims to upgrade ATV trails in western Labrador

Three people in western Labrador have created a not-for-profit to make trails more accessible in the area. Bobby Guy, David Evely and Billy Broderick created Western Labrador Recreation Trails Inc. The organization will upgrade, maintain, and repair existing trails in and around the towns of Labrador City and Wabush. Bobby Guy says all the paperwork […]

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2 years ago

Obstetrical services continue to be unavailable at Carbonear General Hospital

Obstetrical services continue to be unavailable at the Carbonear General Hospital and will be unavailable until Tuesday, December 12 at 6:00 p.m. due to human resource challenges. Those seeking obstetrical services are advised to proceed to the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s or Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville.

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2 years ago

Robbery in downtown St. John’s results in minor injuries

Tuesday afternoon the RNC responded to a report of an assault in progress on in downtown St. John’s. When officers arrived, they found a victim who had sustained minor injuries. As a result of an investigation, officers located and arrested a 20-year-old male nearby for robbery with violence. During the arrest, it is alleged the […]

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2 years ago

Roads mostly snow-covered across the province

Across most of Newfoundland, roads are snow-covered with slushy and icy sections. Roads are bare on the northern and southeastern Avalon Peninsula and the Clarenville area. Visibility is fair to good.In Labrador, roads are snow-covered with icy patches and good visibility. The MV Kamutik W is in service but off schedule. All Rigolet passengers planning […]

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2 years ago

Snow Squall Watch for Bay St. George today; generally quiet elsewhere

THIS ALERT HAS BEEN ENDED The Environment and Climate Change Canada Weather Office in Gander has issued a Snow Squall Watch for the Bay St. George area today. Snow squalls are anticipated in the Bay St. George area today, with the potential for heavy snow, reduced visibility, and rapid snow accumulation. Total snowfall in squalls […]

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