Month: February 2026

2 months ago

New-Wes-Valley RCMP seize uninsured vehicle from unlicensed driver

A 32-year-old man had his vehicle impounded by New-Wes-Valley RCMP after a traffic stop on Monday afternoon. Just before 1:00 p.m. on Feb. 23, a New-Wes-Valley RCMP officer conducted a traffic stop Route 320 in Valleyfield. The male driver could not provide a valid driver’s licence, and the vehicle was not insured. He was ticketed […]

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2 months ago

House of Assembly opens Monday

The spring session of the House Assembly resumes this week. In accordance with the 2026 parliamentary calendar, the House will convene for the Spring sitting period on Monday, March 2. Joan Marie J. Aylward, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, will deliver the Speech from the Throne to officially open the First Session of the […]

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2 months ago

Sam Roberts announces St. John’s show this summer

This summer, Sam Roberts Band will return to Newfoundland for a performance at the JAG Soundhouse in St. John’s on Saturday, Aug. 1. With over 100 million career streams to date, the award-winning rock act maintains their tradition of delivering chart-topping singles. Born in Montréal, the double-platinum-selling band is known for their radio hits since their […]

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2 months ago

Applications open for Job Creation Partnerships Program

The province is now accepting applications for this year’s Job Creation Partnerships program. The program supports community-based, not-for-profit projects that provide Employment Insurance (EI) eligible individuals with opportunities to gain work experience and improve their employment prospects. Eligible organizations can apply online. Applicants are encouraged to review the program guidelines before applying. The application deadline is […]

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2 months ago

Province announces increase to minimum wage effective April 1

The province has announced a $0.35 increase to the minimum wage, in accordance with Newfoundland and Labrador’s Labour Standards Regulations. Effective April 1, minimum wage will increase to $16.35 an hour, with the minimum overtime wage rate rising to $24.53 an hour. The adjustment is based on changes to the national Consumer Price Index and […]

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2 months ago

Gushue opens final Brier with victory over Quebec

It was a magical start for hometown hero Brad Gushue and his Newfoundland and Labrador rink. Playing in his final Brier, the 45-year-old skip gave the hometown fans plenty of reason to cheer, delivering a 10-2 win over Quebec on the opening night of the Canadian men’s curling championship. Gushue has announced his retirement following […]

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2 months ago

Three people arrested after RNC pull over stolen vehicle

RNC officers conducted a traffic stop around 10 p.m. Friday evening, February 27, on a stolen vehicle in the downtown area of St. John’s. Officers arrested a 36-year-old male and charged him with possession of stolen property, breach of a probation order, and an outstanding warrant. The male was held for court this morning. A […]

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2 months ago

Choices for Youth hosting ‘coldest night of the year’ today

Choices for Youth is hosting the Coldest Night of the Year walk today, a family-friendly event to raise awareness and funds for Choices for Youth programs and services in our community. Starting and ending at Atlantic Place, an anticipated 300+ community members will walk and volunteer their time to show their support for young people […]

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2 months ago

Police impound vehicle of impaired driver

Police suspended the licence of a 53-year-old man and seized his vehicle during a traffic stop in Stephenville Tuesday evening. Around 6:45 on Feb. 24, an officer patrolling Main Street in Stephenville stopped a vehicle being driven in an aggressive manner. During the stop, the driver – a 53-year-old Kippens man – showed signs of […]

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2 months ago

Newfoundland Rogues to host Inclusion Night in Partnership with Easter Seals NL

The Newfoundland Rogues have partnered with Easter Seals Newfoundland and Labrador, RBC, and Century 21 Seller’s Choice to present an Inclusion Night event designed to celebrate accessible sport, community connection, and inclusive recreation across the province. As a team rooted in community impact both on and off the court, the Newfoundland Rogues are inviting media […]

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