The RCMP say they’re investigating after a pellet gun and pocket knife were seized from a student at Copper Ridge Academy in Baie Verte on Tuesday. Police say they received a call from the school around 2 p.m. Officers say no threats or acts of violence were reported, and the student was sent home in […]
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The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association has named its president by acclamation for 2027-29. Dale Lambe has been declared elected as the NLTA President for 2027-29 by acclamation. He begins his second two-year term of office on August 1, 2027. Mr. Lambe is currently on leave from his position as a School Administrator at Villanova […]
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Paul Dinn, the Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, will make a child care announcement Friday, October 30, in St. John’s. The event will take place at the Unity Health Centre (former Costco building), 28 Stavanger Drive, St. John’s, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Minister Dinn will be joined by Joedy Wall, Minister of Health […]
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Police arrested two people on Tuesday afternoon after a traffic stop resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine, cash and other paraphernalia associated with drug trafficking activity. On Oct. 27 around 3:45 p.m., officers conducting an investigation into drug activity in Sheshatshiu stopped a vehicle on Tsheniss Drive. The driver and passenger were arrested without […]
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A 44-year-old man was arrested following a disturbance in the waiting area of the Health Sciences Centre. The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary says Operational Patrol Services officers responded to a report of an intoxicated man causing a disturbance at the hospital. Upon further investigation, officers determined the man was bound by court-ordered conditions and was in […]
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Memorial University is opening its doors today to prospective students and their families, with an open house designed to help them explore what the university has to offer. The event runs from 4:30 until 8:30 tonight at the Whale Atrium in the Core Science Facility. High school students, parents and future undergraduate students can learn […]
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Iris Kirby House has temporarily suspended shelter stays following a serious flood at the facility. In a statement, the shelter said it is unavailable to accommodate clients until further notice, but its crisis line remains open. Staff will continue supporting individuals experiencing a crisis and helping them explore alternative emergency accommodations, available supports and safety […]
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NDP MHA Sheilagh O’Leary was ejected from the House of Assembly Wednesday after a heated exchange over Newfoundland and Labrador Housing.
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A rally was held at Confederation Building today to protest the planned closure of Horizons at 106. That’s after the province announced new contracts last week to move the residents to other shelters. NTV’s Kyle Brookings was there.
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Premier Tony Wakeham has picked a new chief negotiator to finalize the Churchill Falls deal. Former Newfoundland Power CEO Gary Smith is replacing former Fortis CEO Barry Perry, who is stepping aside to be a special advisor to government. NTV’s Ben Cleary reports.
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