10 months ago
Witless Bay trio arrested after drugs, cash found at house
Three people were arrested this week after a search of a Witless Bay home turned up cocaine, cash and paraphernalia police believed are connected to drug trafficking activity. The RCMP is expected to lay charges against a 52-year-old man, a 65-year-old man and 35-year-old woman, all of Witless Bay. The RCMP is continuing to investigate […]
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10 months ago
Province Celebrates World Fisheries Day
To mark World Fisheries Day 2025, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is highlighting the vital role the fishing industry has played in supporting the province’s economy and rural communities. Celebrated annually on November 21, World Fisheries Day recognizes the value of local fisheries and their importance in supporting coastal communities and the global economy. Newfoundland and Labrador is home to thousands of people who contribute to the province’s fishing industry […]
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10 months ago
Seniors’ Advocate urges public to remember older adults this holiday season
As the holiday season fast approaches and gift donations ramp up across the province, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Seniors’ Advocate is reminding the public not to overlook older adults who may also need support this time of year. The Advocate says many seniors in the province face loneliness, financial strain, and challenges accessing basic necessities, particularly […]
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10 months ago
On National Housing Day, NDP Leader calls for urgent action on affordable housing crisis
As National Housing Day is marked across the country, Newfoundland and Labrador NDP Leader Jim Dinn is calling for urgent action to address what he describes as a deepening affordable housing crisis in the province. Dinn says the availability of affordable housing must become a top priority, pointing to a surge in demand for public […]
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