Month: May 2026

1 week ago

Dean Penney denies role in wife’s disappearance during trial testimony

Dean Penney finished questioning from his own lawyer today and is expected to face cross-examination at his murder trial tomorrow. Today, Penney told the court he had nothing to do with the disappearance of his estranged wife, Jennifer Hillier-Penney. NTV’s Becky Daley has more.

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Province monitoring Hantavirus concerns following cruise ship outbreak

The hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship continues to make headlines around the world, raising questions about whether there is any risk in Newfoundland and Labrador. NTV’s Rosie Mullaley spoke with the province’s top doctor.

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1 week ago

RNC targeting high-risk driving behaviours

This Canada Road Safety Week, the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is focusing on drivers who put others at risk. The week-long campaign aims to increase public compliance with safe driving practices in order to save lives and reduce avoidable injuries on our roads. By focusing on behaviours that put road users most at risk, including […]

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1 week ago

Clarenville RCMP tickets driver for speeding, failing to produce licence

Clarenville RCMP kicked off Canada Road Safety Week by stopping and ticketing a driver caught speeding on the Trans-Canada Highway Monday evening. The international driver was unable to provide a physical copy of their driver’s licence, earning himself a second ticket under the Highway Traffic Act. Shortly after 7:30 p.m. on May 11, officers patrolling the […]

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1 week ago

Nurses’ Union support staff represented by NAPE go on strike

It’s not often that one union goes on strike against another union. The Registered Nurses’ Union’s support staff, represented by NAPE, exercised their right to strike as of 9:00 a.m. this morning. About a dozen workers were picketing on Tuesday morning outside of the Registered Nurses’ Union building on Major’s Path. There are few details […]

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Holyrood RCMP investigating collision on the Conception Bay Highway; seeking public assistance identifying driver

Holyrood RCMP is investigating a two-vehicle collision on the Conception Bay Highway last weekend where a driver failed to remain at the scene, and ask anyone with information about the driver to contact police. At approximately 11:00 a.m. on May 3, police responded to a two-vehicle collision on Route 60 (Conception Bay Highway), between Holyrood […]

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1 week ago

RNC appoints new Deputy Chief

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) has a new Deputy Chief of Patrol Operations. David B. White was officially promoted during a ceremony at RNC Provincial Headquarters in St. John’s Monday. Deputy Chief White has been policing for 28 years. He most recently served as Superintendent, Operational Patrol Services Divisional Commander, Northeast Avalon. Deputy Chief White replaces former Deputy […]

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Whitbourne RCMP arrests wanted man after flight from police

A 40-year-old wanted man was arrested Friday evening by Whitbourne RCMP after attempting to flee from officers on a motorcycle. He now faces numerous Criminal Code charges, including flight from police, impaired refusal and impaired operation. At approximately 7:00 p.m. on May 8, police attempted to stop a motorcyclist on Route 80 near Green’s Harbour. The driver […]

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1 week ago

Placentia RCMP investigating attempted theft of outboard boat motor in Freshwater

Placentia RCMP is investigating after a person or persons attempted to steal a boat motor in the town of Freshwater last week, and are asking public to come forward with any information.  Sometime overnight between May 5 and May 6, a suspect or suspects attempted to steal an outboard motor from a parked fishing boat […]

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Minister Wall to announce supports for foster families and kinship carers

The provincial government is set to announce new support for foster families and kinship carers in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Honourable Joedy Wall, Minister of Social Supports and Well-Being, will outline the new measures tomorrow morning. The support comes as part of investments included in Budget 2026. The announcement is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. at […]

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