11 months ago
Police ask public to stay away from Bell Island airstrip after possible military shell found
Bell Island RCMP are asking the public to avoid the area surrounding the Bell Island airstrip until further notice. On Saturday, police were advised that an apparent military artillery shell had been found in the ocean by local fishermen. Officers removed the item and transported it to a remote location near the airstrip on Bell […]
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11 months ago
Update: Afternoon fire destroys home and garage, displaces four, sends one to hospital
A fire early Saturday afternoon has destroyed a home and garage, caused significant damage to a second home, and displaced four people. Shortly after 3:00 p.m. firefighters were called to the blaze, on Willow Drive, in the Town of Paradise. With black smoke billowing into the sky, visible from many kilometres away, crews arrived to […]
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11 months ago
Heritage NL approves $100K in revitalization grants for Registered Heritage Structures
Six heritage properties in Newfoundland and Labrador have been awarded grants to assist with heritage restoration projects. These include two community museums, residences, and a historic church property. A total of $100K was approved for Registered Heritage Structures across the province. The properties will all undergo work to restore original heritage features, utilizing traditional materials and […]
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11 months ago
RNC seeking public assistance following suspicious fire in St. John’s
Police are looking for your help as they investigate a suspicious fire in St. John’s on Sunday, June 8. Shortly after 4 a.m. Sunday morning, RNC officers were called to a vehicle fire on Druken Crescent. Police found a vehicle with significant damage in the driveway of a home that had also sustained damage. RNC […]
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11 months ago
Grand Slam of Curling’s 2024 KIOTI National wins event of the year at MPI Atlantic Canada Awards
The Grand Slam of Curling and St. John’s Sports & Entertainment Ltd. were big winners off the ice last night, with the 2024 KIOTI National being crowned Event of the Year by the MPI Atlantic Canada Chapter. “This award recognizes the incredible collaboration, creativity and energy that came together to present one of the most memorable and engaging events […]
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11 months ago
New bursary program to help RNC recruitment
The province, in collaboration with the RNC, announced a $15,000 bursary program for new RNC recruits to obtain a Police Science Certificate at the Atlantic Police Academy in Prince Edward Island. Each successful RNC recruit will receive a $15,000 bursary based on a three-year return to service agreement. The Atlantic Police Academy provides a 32-week […]
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11 months ago
Dirt bike operator ticketed for multiple violations in Bonavista
On Monday the RCMP ticketed a youth for multiple violations following a report received of operation of an ATV on a roadway in Bonavista. Shortly before 7:00 p.m., police received a report of a dirt bike speeding along Sebastian Drive. A description of the dirt bike and the operator was provided. A short time later, […]
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11 months ago
Nominations open for Sports Hall of Fame until Sunday
The Newfoundland and Labrador Sports Hall of Fame, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, is now accepting submissions for the 2025 Newfoundland and Labrador Sports Hall of Fame. Submissions will be accepted until June 15th. The Hall of Fame recognizes, honours and pays tribute to all individuals, groups, associations, families or teams based […]
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11 months ago
St. John’s seeking feedback on Draft Heritage Strategic Plan
The City of St. John’s is inviting residents and businesses to share thoughts on the draft Heritage Strategic Plan which outlines how historic resources will be managed and protected from 2025 to 2035. St. John’s has not previously had a single document that sets out a long-term vision, goals, and actions for protecting and promoting […]
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