Month: October 2026

6 days ago

YYT announces non-stop service to Newark will begin in June

The St. John’s International Airport is welcoming the return of seasonal non- stop service to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) with United Airlines. Operating daily from June through September 2027, the route will be served by an Embraer E-175 aircraft, connecting Newfoundland and Labrador to one of United Airlines’ hub airports. “We are thrilled with […]

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Heart’s Content Doors Open event taking place this Sunday welcoming people into heritage homes

The Heart’s Content Doors Open, a free community day event, will take place this Sunday, October 18, to celebrating Heart’s Content’s Registered Heritage District’s 150th anniversary. Local heritage properties will open their doors to the general public, welcoming them in for a look. Craftspeople and artisans will also be on site participating in the event […]

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Police investigating fuel thefts from Burin school

Burin Peninsula RCMP is looking for the public’s assistance to identify a suspect, or suspects, in relation to three incidents of theft where gas was siphoned from vehicles in the parking lot of a Burin school. Anyone with information is asked to contact police. Some time this week, Burin Peninsula RCMP received two reports involving […]

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Supreme Court certifies class action for passengers of December Air Canada flight

The Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador has certified a class action lawsuit for passengers of an Air Canada flight that caught fire when landing in Halifax in December 2024. Air Canada flight AC2259, which  departed from St. John’s, experienced a landing gear collapse upon landing at Halifax Stanfield International Airport on December 28, 2024. […]

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RCMP investigating storage facility fire in Gander

Gander RCMP is investigating a fire Thursday morning at a storage facility near Deadman’s Pond, and they’re asking anyone with information to contact police. It was shortly after 8:15 a.m. on Thursday, October 15, when police received a report that a structure on Circular Road had burned down. Gander RCMP and Gander Fire Rescue were […]

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6 days ago

Police searching for wanted man

Burin Peninsula RCMP is attempting to locate 35-year-old Bradley Thorne, who is the subject of an active arrest warrant.  Thorne is wanted in relation to charges of assault, uttering threats and failure to comply with a probation order. If you have information about the current location of Bradley Thorne, please contact Burin Peninsula RCMP at […]

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6 days ago

Lotto Max jackpot reaches record-breaking $90 million

Tonight’s Lotto Max draw will be one for the record books as the jackpot will hit $90 million for the very first time. This week marks the first time that the jackpot has grown above the previous maximum of $80 million. In addition to the jaw-dropping jackpot, Lotto Max players will also have the chance […]

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6 days ago

Temporary closure of Eastern-Rural Zone sites today due to power outage

Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that due to power outages within the Eastern-Rural Zone, appointments and services have been cancelled for today (Friday, October 16, 2026 ) at the following health-care facilities: Individuals with appointments will be contacted to have their appointments rescheduled. Residents requiring emergency services are advised to call 911 […]

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Two men arrested in drug trafficking investigation in North West River

Sheshatshiu RCMP and the Labrador District General Investigation Section arrested two men Wednesday afternoon as part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation. On October 14, while conducting patrols as part of an ongoing investigation, RCMP officers observed activity consistent with drug trafficking in the community of North West River. With the assistance of Sheshatshiu RCMP, […]

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Search continues for missing Torbay man

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is seeking the assistance of the public in locating missing person Thomas Hall of Torbay. The 48-year-old was last seen in the area of Marine Drive Park in Pouch Cove at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 12. He is described as 6’1” tall and around 200 lbs with light […]

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