6 months ago
Inside Story: Hogan says Churchill Falls MOU on ‘very thin ice’ as Wakeham proceeds with review
Premier Tony Wakeham says he will proceed with a review of the Churchill Falls MOU, but opposition leader John Hogan says he believes the deal is on “very thin ice.”
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6 months ago
Serial rapist Sofyan Boalag dies in Ontario prison; Correctional Service Canada promises review
Serial rapist Sofyan Boalag has died in custody in Ontario. Boalag was serving time in prison after he was found guilty of sexually assaulting two women and a 15-year-old girl in Newfoundland during the summer and fall of 2012. Correctional Service Canada issued the following statement: “On November 1, 2025, Sofyan Boalag, an inmate from […]
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6 months ago
Gander RCMP arrests two unruly passengers of trans-island passenger coach, drugs seized
A 32-year-old man and a 39-year-old man were arrested by the RCMP in Gander on Saturday for mischief, after police responded to a report of a disturbance on a coach bus. The duo was subsequently found in possession of cocaine, cannabis and other paraphernalia associated with trafficking in illicit drugs. Just before 5:00 p.m. on […]
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6 months ago
RNC appealing to the public for information related to a stolen ATV
The RNC is looking to speak with a witness who may have information about a stolen ATV in Conception Bay South. During the night of Friday, Sept. 26, a 2015 Honda 420 FourTrax ATV was stolen from a property in CBS. It is described as having faded red plastic, a broken rear taillight, and a […]
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6 months ago
Bay Roberts RCMP arrest auto theft suspect, charges laid
Bay Roberts RCMP arrested 28-year-old Jesse Lewis on Oct. 31 following a report of an automotive theft and related assault with a weapon. At approximately 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 31, police responded to a report of assault with a weapon in the Makinsons area. Officers learned that the suspect had previously taken the victim’s vehicle […]
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6 months ago
Environment Canada issues wind warning, coastal flooding statement; travel may be affected
Air Canada and Marine Atlantic are warning flights and ferry crossings may be affected by an impending storm Tuesday and Wednesday. Environment Canada has issued wind warnings and coastal flooding statements. Wind Warning: Strong winds that may cause damage are expected. Locations: Avalon and Burin Peninsulas. Maximum wind gusts Tuesday: southeasterly 80 to 110 km/h. […]
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6 months ago
Clarenville-Bonavista District RCMP investigating dangerous vandalism to power substation
Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP is investigating a break and enter to a power substation in Lethbridge, and subsequent theft of copper from live power infrastructure. The theft resulted in a power outage, impacting hundreds of customers, and both the RCMP and Newfoundland Power are warning of the dangers of such thefts. At approximately 3:00 a.m., […]
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6 months ago
St. John’s doctor providing emergency care in Gaza
St. John’s emergency physician Dr. Elise Thorburn is currently in Gaza providing medical care with Glia, a medical solidarity organization offering lifesaving support amid the near-total collapse of Gaza’shealthcare system. “To witness the destruction firsthand is horrifying,” said Dr. Thorburn. “But the steadfastness of the Palestinian people and the staff here are astounding and inspiring. […]
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