Month: August 2024

2 years ago

Police seeking assistance in locating missing St. John’s woman

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) are requesting assistance from the public in locating missing person Kristen (Krissy) Kenny. On Saturday, August 24, the RNC received a missing person report concerning Kristen Kenny, age 37 years. Kenny was last seen on Monday, August 19, in the area of Virginia Park in the east end of St. […]

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2 years ago

St. John’s releases feedback received on Slipway in Quidi Vidi

The City of St. John’s has released a report summarizing findings from public engagement regarding water access and the wooden slipway in Quidi Vidi. Respondents were interested in the desire to retain a slipway in Quidi Vidi with a preference for something wooden, similar to what currently exists. The slipway is also an indicator of […]

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2 years ago

Sales are up, demand continues to climb this summer says NL Association of Realtors

It’s been a busy summer in the housing market, says Bill Stirling, CEO of Newfoundland and Labradors Association of Realtors. The price of houses is up, sales are up, and demand continues to climb.  The number of homes sold through the MLS System of the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Realtors totalled 641 units in […]

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2 years ago

Inflation cools to the lowest rate since 2021

The rate of inflation was down last month to 2.5 percent, increasing at the slowest pace since March 2021. The rate in June was 2.7 percent The cause for the decrease in inflation was broad-based, stemming from lower prices for travel tours, passenger vehicles and electricity. On a monthly basis, gasoline prices increased in July. […]

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2 years ago

Minister Marci Ien to visit St. John’s to commemorate anniversary of the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan

Next Wednesday Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth will visit St. John’s to commemorate the second anniversary of the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan. Ien will announce funding for community organizations in Atlantic Canada. Over the past two years, the federal government has dedicated $75 million in funding to organizations that provide […]

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2 years ago

Sunwing to continue service in St. John’s, Gander, and Deer Lake this winter

Sunwing Airlines has announced its 2024-2025 winter schedule. It has added three new sun destinations, including Tulum, Camaguey-Santa Lucia and San Andrés. It also announced that it will continue weekly service to top southern destinations from gateways in Atlantic Canada including St. John’s, Gander, and Deer Lake. These flights start on Jan. 5, 2025.

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2 years ago

SJRFD warning public of unauthorized safety certifications

The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) is advising all citizens of a notification from UL Solutions that two products bear unauthorized UL Certification Marks for the United States and Canada. The UL Mark is placed on products deemed safe for use in the United States and Canada, as tested by Underwriters Laboratories Solutions. It […]

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2 years ago

Governments Provide Financial Boost for Tourism Experience in Western Newfoundland

The federal and provincial governments have provided funding to expand the tourism season on the west coast. The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is investing to help two not-for-profit organizations deliver enhanced, year-round outdoor experiences.  Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology Andrew Parsons announced a contribution of more than $176,000 on behalf of the Government […]

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2 years ago

Jamie Korab to begin new chapter as Liberal MHA after byelection victory

Constituents in the St. John’s district of Waterford Valley will have a new representative in Confederation Building. Jamie Korab won a highly competitive byelection Thursday night. NTV’s Bailey Howard was there and brings us the story. 

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2 years ago

Minister believes U.S. softwood lumber tariffs positive for this province

The U.S. government announced earlier this month a significant increase on tariffs imposed on softwood lumber products entering the United States from Canada. In this province, the minister overseeing the forestry sector believes the increased tariffs could actually be a benefit for Newfoundland and Labrador.  NTV’s Don Bradshaw explains why.

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