Canada’s inflation rate jumped in March due to a record surge in fuel costs. The war in Iran sent gas prices soaring last month, and the country’s annual inflation rate tose to 2.4 per cent from 1.8 per cent in February, according to Statistics Canada. According to CTV News, the agency said March saw the […]
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Increased crime continues to put pressure on business owners in and around the St. John’s area. As NTV’s Marykate O’Neill tells us, new data is showing shoplifting is on the rise, adding to growing safety concerns.
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One of Newfoundland and Labrador’s most iconic and beloved culinary destinations is preparing to welcome guests once again. Mallard Cottage will officially reopen in June 2026, marking the beginning of a new era for the historic Quidi Vidi landmark. Set within one of the most picturesque and culturally significant communities in the province, Mallard Cottage’s […]
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Grocery prices in Canada have increased by almost six per cent between this February and last, with some of the biggest increases seen among Atlantic provinces, according to Statistics Canada.The new data tracks the average retail food prices for more than 100 common grocery items. The biggest price increase was seen in beef, chicken and […]
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Travellers should expect spring air travel to get more expensive as the price of jet fuel due to the conflict in the Middle East has led two of Canada’s largest airlines to add fuel surcharges. Air Canada has introduced a $50 per passenger surcharge on Air Canada vacation packages. Meanwhile, starting April 8, West Jet […]
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