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6 months ago

Deer Lake Airport announces new Porter Airlines service to Ottawa beginning in June

Deer Lake Regional Airport Authority (DLRAA) has announced that Porter Airlines will launch five-times-weekly service between Deer Lake (YDF) and Ottawa (YOW) beginning June 10. “Expanding access to the nation’s capital supports our community, businesses, government travelers, and the tourism sector,” said Tammy Priddle, President and CEO, Deer Lake Regional Airport Authority. “This new route […]

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Taxpayers Federation call on Premier Wakeham to reject politician pay hikes

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is calling on Premier Tony Wakeham to reject any move to hike politicians’ salaries before the House of Assembly reopens on March 2. “Wakeham needs to show leadership while families are struggling with the cost of living and reject politician pay raises,” said Devin Drover, CTF Atlantic Director and General Counsel. […]

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Province introduces changes to boost competition in N.L. fish processing

ST. JOHN’S, N.L. — The Fish, Food and Allied Workers-Unifor union is welcoming a major provincial step toward restoring competition and fairness in Newfoundland and Labrador’s fish processing sector. Fisheries and Aquaculture Minister Loyola O’Driscoll has confirmed the changes. Breaking down barriers to new processing licencesNew fish processing licence applications will now be received and […]

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App targets sleep troubles affecting 60 per cent of cancer survivors; MUN launching clinical trial

Memorial University is launching a national clinical trial of the iCANSleep app.  iCANSleep is an innovative and accessible smartphone application designed to help cancer survivors overcome insomnia through evidence-based, cognitive behavioural therapy. The study, led by Dr. Sheila Garland, a professor in the Department of Psychology and Discipline of Oncology at Memorial University, represents a significant […]

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