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3 years ago

‘Tent City’ continues to grow outside Confederation Building

It’s Day 3 of what’s being called ‘Tent City’ in St. John’s – a protest by the homeless community to raise awareness of the housing crisis in this province. The community has grown in size from six days on Tuesday to 13 tents now perched across from Confederation Building. A makeshift kitchen has been set […]

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3 years ago

RNC establishing new weapons and drug enforcement unit

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is establishing a new Weapons and Drug Enforcement Unit. A pilot project, the new unit will be led by a team of officers, focused on a proactive approach to curbing violence before it occurs. Justice minister John Hogan will join RNC police chief Patrick Roche for a news conference today to provide […]

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3 years ago

Premier Furey Presents Annual Awards to Newfoundland and Labrador’s Top Young Athletes

Premier Andrew Furey presented awards to 126 young athletes from across the province at the 19th annual Premier’s Athletic Awards this week. The awards program recognizes athletic excellence and provides financial support to help offset the costs of training and competition with grants ranging from $500 to $1,500. Two athletes are selected annually to receive […]

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3 years ago

Collision on the Veterans Memorial Highway

There is a collision on the Veterans Memorial Highway near North River. The highway is impassable between Makinsons and North River. Traffic is backed up in the area. Motorists in the area should use an alternate route.

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