2 years ago
Swearing-in Ceremony for newest MHA
The newest member of the House of Assembly will be sworn in today. Member-elect for the District of Baie Verte Lin Paddock will be sworn in today in a ceremony in the House of Assembly Chamber. The by-election was held on May 27 following the resignation of Liberal MHA Brian Warr.
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2 years ago
Wet roads and fog across most of the Island
Roads across most of Newfoundland are wet with areas of fog on the Avalon, south coast, west coast, and on the Great Northern Peninsula causing reduced visibility. In Labrador, Route 500 is closed between Twin Falls and Churchill Falls. In eastern and southeastern Labrador, roads are bare and dry with good visibility. The MV Marine […]
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2 years ago
Man arrested after assault in downtown St. John’s
Tuesday afternoon RNC patrol service responded to a residence in downtown St. John’s, to a report of an assault in progress. Police located the complainant who had injuries to his head and face. Officers arrested and charged a 31-year-old male with assault. The accused was held to appear in court.
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2 years ago
Inflation increases last month
Inflation went up slightly in May. The rate went from 2.7 per cent to 2.9 per cent. Statistics Canada said the increase was due to higher prices for services. Faster price growth for services was led by cellular services, travel tours, rent and air transportation. Prices for food purchased from stores increased by 1.5 per […]
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