Month: June 2024

1 year ago

Start date possibly delayed for Marine Atlantic’s Ala’suinu vessel

Marine Atlantic is currently investigating mechanical issues with its newest vessel. In a statement, the corporation says in the coming days it will be determined if the Ala’suinu’s original enter service date of June 14 will be impacted. ‘Since the Ala’suinu’s arrival in Canada, Marine Atlantic has been focused on the many activities required to prepare […]

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1 year ago

Woman sustains serious injuries following east end assault

A woman is seriously injured following an assault on Friday evening in the east end of St. John’s. The RNC responded to a report of an assault in progress, at an east end location just after 7:00PM on Friday evening. When officers arrived on scene they located a female with serious injuries. The female was […]

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1 year ago

Three candidates running for FFAW president

Three candidates are running to be the next president of the FFAW. The fisheries union has released the full list of candidates running for 16 board seats. PRESIDENT 1. Dave Callahan2. Abe Solberg3. Dwan Street SECRETARY-TREASURER Jason Spingle (acclaimed) IRO SECTOR (7 SEATS): VICE PRESIDENT, INDUSTRIAL RETAIL OFFSHORE 1. Brenda King (Icewater)2. Doretta Strickland (OCI […]

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1 year ago

Targa Newfoundland partners with Women in Motorsport Canada

Women in Motorsport Canada has teamed up with Targa Newfoundland to promote the participation of Canadian girls and women in the rally and all other areas of motorsport.  “Racing is for everyone,” said Leanne Junnila, the founder and director of WIMCanada. “That’s not just our group’s motto. Women belong in motorsport, period. We’re here to […]

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1 year ago

Province consulting on possible restrictions surrounding sale of tobacco

The province is launching consultations to seek input and recommendations from the public as it considers legislative amendments related to the purchasing of tobacco and related products. An online questionnaire will be available on engageNL.ca early June for the general public, industry representatives, and health care organizations. Participants will be asked for feedback on a variety of topics, such […]

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1 year ago

Despite rising cost of living, report suggests St. John’s still one of Canada’s ‘most affordable’

The report, commissioned by a real estate firm, suggests St. John’s ranks 7th place among 15 national cities. St. John’s is one of four cities in the Atlantic provinces to make the list alongside Fredericton, Saint John and Charlottetown. Peak pandemic pricing drove real estate in Atlantic Canada to a peak after some provinces like […]

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