3 months ago
Gas prices drop on Good Friday
Gas prices dropped on this Good Friday, falling by more than five cents a litre. The Public Utilities Board says the change reflects recent changes in global markets. All types of gasoline fell this morning by 5.3 cents a litre, while diesel went down by 3.1 cents. Furnace and stove oil both fell by about […]
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3 months ago
C.B.S. woman facing list of charges for allegedly defrauding non-profit organization
A Conception Bay South woman is facing a long list of charges for allegedly defrauding a non-profit violence prevention organization of more than $135,000. Valerie Barter, 50, is charged with fraud, forgery, using a forged document, mischief relating to computer data and more. Barter was the executive director of Violence Prevention Avalon East from 2020 […]
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3 months ago
Busy weekend ahead for RCMP snowmobile patrols
Cartwright RCMP hit the snowmobile trails this week to ensure everyone was safe and sober while riding. Constables Sullivan and Rayner patrolled the trails on their way to Black Tickle, ensuring helmet use, proper gear and adherence to the rules and regulations. They were happy to report that no enforcement actions were required, and everyone […]
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3 months ago
Sunny skies for most of the island today as snow moves in on Easter weekend
ST. JOHN’S/BONAVISTA Today: Increasing cloudiness near noon. Wind up to 15 km/h. High minus 1. Wind chill minus 18 in the morning and minus 6 in the afternoon. UV index 4 or moderate. SOUTH COAST Today: Increasing cloudiness. Snow beginning in the afternoon. Amount 2 cm. Wind up to 15 km/h. High minus 3. Wind […]
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