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3 years ago

Man resists arrest and is apprehended by police service dog

Joshua Hearn, 38, was apprehended by RCMP Police Service Dog Marlow and her handler after resisting arrest on Nov. 8. Police were looking to arrest Hearn, who had been evading police since late last week, as part of an investigation involving allegations of an assault with a weapon. Information led police to a home in […]

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3 years ago

Newfoundland Power applies for rate increases for next two years

Newfoundland Power has filed a General Rate Application with the Public Utilities Board seeking power rate hikes for the next two years. In the Application, the Company is proposing the following changes to electricity rates for 2024 through 2026 for both residential and commercial customers: “We know that these are challenging times for our customers […]

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3 years ago

Nine seniors recognized at 2023 Seniors of Distinction Awards

Nine seniors were recognized for their hard work and volunteerism at the 2023 Seniors of Distinction Awards. The awards are meant to recognize the diversity, contributions and achievements of older persons and seniors throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. This year there was a total of 19 nominations for the 2023 Seniors of Distinction Awards. The successful […]

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3 years ago

More sexual violence charges laid against Markus Hicks; including kidnapping

The RNC has laid 29 additional charges in connection with an ongoing investigation into sexual violence. On Wednesday, investigators arrested 32-year-old Markus Hicks, of Paradise, and charged him with the following offences related to four new survivors: In total, the 32-year-old now faces 92 charges involving 14 survivors following an investigation that began on Aug. […]

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