Local

Local News

Breaking news and the stories that matter to your neighborhood.
1 year ago

Province provides latest update on wildfires

The province says crews will maintain their strong response against the Kingston wildfire today, using targeted and consistent suppression strategies. The fire remains smoky along the northern and western boundaries. On the ground, a dozen crew members from Newfoundland and Labrador, 20 from Ontario, and 42 from British Columbia, will dig into persistent hot spots, […]

Read more
1 year ago

Access roads opening for Martin Lake area cabin owners

Forest resource roads previously closed in the Martin Lake area due to wildfire will re-open tomorrow (Tuesday, Aug. 26) at 8:00 a.m. This includes access to Martin Lake, Miguel Lake, Great Rattling Brook and Rushy Pond. The Martin Lake wildfire is an estimated 1,633 hectares and is classified as “Under Control.” Crews are currently removing […]

Read more
1 year ago

Gavin Baggs named Team NL flag bearer for closing ceremony of the 2025 Canada Games

Team Newfoundland and Labrador is proud to announce that multi-medalist Gavin Baggs has been selected as the flag bearer for the closing ceremony of the 2025 Canada Games in St. John’s. Baggs, from Paradise, delivered a remarkable performance at these Games, capturing four medals across two sports. He earned three in wheelchair racing on the […]

Read more
1 year ago

Happy Valley-Goose Bay RCMP investigates collision with parked vehicle

Police is investigating a two-vehicle collision, involving a parked SUV. The crash occurred Wednesday afternoon and led to a man being apprehended on an outstanding warrant for his arrest. Shortly after 3:00 p.m. on August 20, police responded to reports of a collision on Roberts Road. Police arrived on scene to find that a pickup […]

Read more
Back to top