The Provincial Government is encouraging residents to always make fire safety a priority in recognition of Fire Prevention Week 2026, taking place October 4 to 10. This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety. Safe Charging is a Superpower,” focuses on the everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and […]
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A pedestrian was taken to hospital following a collision in the west end of St. John’s on Thursday afternoon. Firefighters never had far to go to respond to the collision, which occurred at the intersection of Topsail Road and Brookfield Road around 2:30 p.m.. Reports from the scene indicate the pedestrian walked in front of […]
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The provincially-operated pools in Gander and Corner Brook will close to the public for their regular annual maintenance on the following dates: Joseph R. Smallwood Arts and Culture Centre Swimming Pool, Gander: end of day today, Thursday, Aug. 22. However, please be aware that the Provincial Swim Meet will continue as scheduled from Friday, Aug. […]
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There will be a road closure today in St. John’s on Springdale Street between Water Street and George Street West. The road will be closed from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. A traffic detour will be in place and motorists are advised to find an alternate route. The course is to facilitate the ongoing construction […]
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Wednesday morning the RNC arrested a 57-year-old resident of Johns Beach, following an investigation which began on Tuesday. The accused was charged with careless use of a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, intentionally discharging a firearm, and possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized. The subject will appear in court at a […]
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