1 month ago
Trans-Canada Highway closed in both directions west of the Flat Bay Junction following collision
The Trans-Canada Highway is closed in both directions as a result of an earlier motor vehicle collision. The collision happened about 6 kilometres west of the Flat Bay Junction. Police say there is no available detour, and are asking residents avoid the area if possible and expect delays. Motorists are asked to approach the area […]
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1 month ago
The Board of Trade responds to Churchill Falls agreement
The Board of Trade says it is welcoming the expanded agreement between the Governments of Newfoundland and Labrador, Quebec, and Canada on Churchill Falls. The organization says the project holds significant promise for the province, pointing to increased economic activity, improved power availability, job creation, and stronger provincial revenues. The Board of Trade says the […]
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1 month ago
Premier Tony Wakeham shuffles his cabinet with major changes
There were some major changes to Premier Tony Wakeham’s Cabinet today as he held his first cabinet shuffle since taking office. In addition to his role as Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Minister of Public Procurement and Deputy Premier, Barry Petten is now Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs, Registrar General, Minister of Community Engagement […]
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1 month ago
PM Carney asks premiers to remove U.S. booze ban to help finalize trade deal
Prime Minister Mark Carney is asking premiers across the country to put American liquor back on Canadian shelves as Ottawa works to finalize a new trade agreement with the United states. The request comes after provinces moved to pull American alcohol from liquor stores earlier this year, in retaliation for U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. […]
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