2 weeks ago
Arrest warrant issued for Paul Obed
Nain RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance locating 43-year-old Paul Abia Obed, who is the subject of arrest warrants and is actively evading police. Obed is wanted in relation to Criminal Code charges including: Anyone with information about her current location is asked to call Nain RCMP at 709-922-2862.
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2 weeks ago
RNC arrest youths for assault
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) arrested three male youth following an assault in St. John’s this week. On Tuesday, around 7:30 p.m., police responded to a report of an assault at a restaurant in the west end of St. John’s. Upon arrival, officers located an injured 19-year-old male with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. He was […]
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2 weeks ago
Province doubling funding available through Homeowner Support Programs while reducing red tape
NLHC’s homeowner support programs are being improved to give more money to low-income homeowners who need repairs to their homes, and to reduce the unnecessary steps needed to do it. Homeowner support programs include the Provincial Home Repair Program (PHRP), the Home Energy Savings Program (HESP) and the Home Modification Program. Starting in Fall 2026, the first two programs will […]
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2 weeks ago
Sheilagh O’Leary holding panel discussion on restorative justice
NDP MHA Sheilagh O’Leary (St. John’s East-Quidi Vidi) will be holding a panel discussion on restorative justice, bringing together community members, non-profit justice organizations, and experts in the field. This conversation will focus on how restorative approaches can strengthen our communities, support healing, and create more just and equitable systems. “We’re bringing together voices from […]
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2 weeks ago
RCMP takes two vehicles off the road, suspends drivers for speeding over twice the limit
Bay St. George RCMP ticketed two young drivers, suspended their licences and seized their vehicles after observing them operating their vehicles at over twice the posted speed limit in the community of Stephenville last night. Just after 9:00 p.m. on May 6, an officer on patrol observed a driver operating their vehicle at 92 km/hr […]
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2 weeks ago
Polar bears still active in some areas of province
Due to remaining snow and ice conditions along the southern coast of Labrador and the Northern Peninsula of the island, the Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands is advising residents that polar bears are still active in some areas. Polar bear sightings have been reported in various areas this spring, including the Northern Peninsula and northeast coast of the island, and southern regions […]
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2 weeks ago
Eastbound TCH near Arnold’s Cove reduced to one lane after tractor trailer leaves road
Clarenville RCMP is advising the public that the eastbound lane of the Trans-Canada Highway near Arnold’s Cove is blocked to traffic, due to a tractor trailer that has gone partially off the road. Traffic is alternating but slowed. The public can anticipate delays for the near future. Rain and fog are currently creating hazardous road […]
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