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9 months ago

Arrangements in place for distribution of licences during postal strike

Wildlife Division officials are working to ensure licences that have recently been paid for are available to applicants as soon as possible during the current Canada Post strike.  Licences to guide or trap, as well as licences to hunt black bear, will be available for pick up at one of the Department of Fisheries, Forestry […]

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9 months ago

Hunters and trappers reminded to use caution near communities and remote work sites

The province is reminding hunters and trappers to follow firearm and hunting safety practices as well as caution when hunting near communities or remote work sites.Hunters are reminded that it is unlawful to discharge or handle a firearm while hunting without exercising reasonable care for others safety. Discharging a firearm from a highway, railway, or […]

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9 months ago

Springdale man wins $675,000 after buying‘Set for Life’ ticket

Jeremy White of Springdale, N.L. is $675,000 richer thanks to a recent Set for Life Scratch’N Win ticket purchase that paid off with a top-prize win. Despite not being a regular lottery player, during a recent outing to pick up dinner, White decided to go buy a ticket at the store next door while waiting […]

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9 months ago

Text message scam related to speed camera tickets making the rounds  

There is yet another scam making the rounds. There have been reports of individuals receiving a fraudulent text message regarding speed camera tickets. There is a link included in the text, and recipients should not click on the provided link. Such messages should be deleted and the phone number blocked. Speed camera tickets and information […]

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