The province-wide fire ban issued on July 8 will end at midnight tonight. Outdoor fires will be permitted as of 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, July 18. The Provincial Government reminds residents that it is still forest fire season in the province. Anyone planning to have an open outdoor fire should check the Fire Hazard Map beforehand. All outdoor fires, including campfires, […]
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Gander RCMP arrested a 54-year-old man on Thursday night, after a curfew check confirmed he was in violation of his court-imposed release conditions. Around 10:50 p.m. on July 16, an officer attended a home in Glenwood to speak with the resident. The man was required to be inside his home during set hours, as part […]
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Newfoundland and Labrador’s credit rating is holding steady. Morningstar has confirmed the province’s long-term credit rating at “A” with a stable outlook, saying it expects the province to outperform its own budget forecasts. The agency points to stronger-than-expected resource revenues, potential development of Bay du Nord, increased federal defence spending, and a possible Hydro-Québec agreement […]
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England and France came within one game of the World Cup final, and now they’ll battle for one last prize — a place on the podium. The European powers square off Saturday in the World Cup bronze medal match, with both teams determined to finish the tournament on a winning note after heartbreaking semifinal defeats. […]
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The stage is set for the biggest match in world football. This Sunday, defending champion Argentina takes on Spain in the FIFA World Cup Final after both nations survived a grueling month-long tournament. Argentina punched its ticket with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the semifinals, scoring twice in the closing minutes. Spain earned its place by defeating […]
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Premier Tony Wakeham will join his provincial and territorial counterparts for the 2026 Summer Meeting of Canada’s Premiers from July 21-23 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The First Ministers’ Meeting with the Prime Minister will take place on July 23. The Council of the Federation comprises all 13 provincial and territorial Premiers. It enables Premiers […]
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The Labrador District Community Policing, Crime Prevention & Victim Services Unit is excited to bring back our Positive Ticketing Program for the summer season. Throughout the summer, RCMP officers in Labrador will be on patrol, looking for youth demonstrating positive behaviours in our communities. Whether it’s showing kindness to another, wearing a helmet while biking, […]
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Lewisporte RCMP is investigating a break, enter and theft at a waste management facility in Norris Arm, and asking the public with assistance identifying a person caught on surveillance camera. On June 5, police received a report that the Norris Arm Waste Management building had been broken into, and a vehicle light bar and several […]
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Police in Gander are asking for the public’s help as they try to locate missing woman, 39-year-old Danielle Dawn Burt. Burt was last seen Wednesday night, July 15, around midnight in the Bennett Drive area of Gander. Police and loved ones are concerned for her well-being and would like to speak with her. Burt is […]
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A 21-year-old man had his vehicle seized and licence suspended after being caught by RCMP officers travelling 55 km/h over the posted speed limit on Wednesday (July 15). Shortly before 5:00 p.m., an officer patrolling the Trans-Canada Highway near Glovertown observed a vehicle traveling at speeds up to 155 km/h where the posted speed limit […]
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