Gander RCMP are looking for information regarding recent vandalism at a ball field. Sometime between last Friday and this Monday, it’s believed that one or more suspects broke into the building under construction at the Elizabeth Drive Ball Park, and poured paint over the floor and interior doors. Anyone with information is asked to contact […]
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Several wildfires in Labrador continue to burn out of control. The Town of Labrador City remains under a state of emergency as crews continue to battle active fires just outside the community. With rain in the forecast, officials and residents in nearby towns are hopeful the precipitation will help suppression efforts. NTV’s Becky Daley has […]
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While many are celebrating Canada Day, July 1 is also a solemn day in Newfoundland and Labrador. Today is Memorial Day, and a large crowd gathered at the National War Memorial in St. John’s this morning to remember the fallen. NTV’s Ben Cleary was there.
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Canada Day in Newfoundland and Labrador began with a patriotic tradition as hundreds gathered before dawn for the annual sunrise ceremony at Signal Hill in St. John’s. NTV’s Beth Penney was there and has more in this report.
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A fire ban has been declared for Labrador in accordance with Section 99 of the Forestry Act due to extensive wildfire activity, as well as elevated Fire Weather Index ratings in the region. The ban is effective immediately and will be in effect until July 13. Permits to burn grass, brush or other materials are […]
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The Veterans Memorial Highway (Route 75) near Tilton is now fully reopened to traffic in both directions. RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador thanks all motorists for their cooperation during the unplanned closure.
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The City of St. John’s says the Canada Day fireworks scheduled for tonight at Quidi Vidi Lake has been postponed due to the provincial Fire Weather Index placing the St. John’s area in the yellow (high) category, which prohibits the use of fireworks. The use of personal/backyard fireworks and sky lanterns are also strictly prohibited. The evening […]
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NunatuKavut Community Council President Todd Russell is criticizing the federal government on Canada Day, accusing the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard of failing Labrador Inuit communities. Russell says the Coast Guard recently refused to assist a stranded fishing boat near Charlottetown, Labrador, despite its mandate to ensure marine safety. He […]
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