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10 months ago

RNC charge man with attempted murder

The RNC has laid charges following a weekend shooting in the town of Paradise. Ashton Whelan, 21, will appear in court today on charges of: ·         Attempted Murder ·         Discharging a firearm with intent ·         Reckless discharge of a firearm ·         Pointing a firearm ·         Robbery ·         Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose ·         Unauthorized possession of a firearm ·         Possession […]

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10 months ago

Dinn calls for job guarantee for nursing grads

Provincial NDP leader Jim Dinn is calling for a permanent, full-time job guarantee for new nursing graduates following revelations last week from the Registered Nurses’ Union Newfoundland and Labrador (RNUNL) that the majority of new grads are only being offered temporary positions. “It’s absurd. We could hire three nurses for the price the Liberals are […]

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10 months ago

Province provides latest update on Kingston, Paddy’s Pond and Martin Lake wildfires

Cooler temperatures along with continued rain, drizzle and fog will provide a good firefighting day for all three wildfires. According to the province, this morning’s conditions have created a low ceiling on the Kingston fire and will delay air tanker and heavy helicopter support until fog dissipates and ceiling conditions improve. Kingston  The Kingston wildfire received […]

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10 months ago

Services impacted by wildfires resume at Carbonear General Hospital 

Outpatient services at Carbonear General Hospital that were impacted by the ongoing wildfires resumed regular operations today. Pop-up clinics remain in place in Carbonear, including at the reception centre at Carbonear Academy and at the Carbonear Community Health Services building. Individuals have been contacted directly to reschedule their appointments, as needed.

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