10 months ago
RCMP Labrador District GIS arrest man for possession, trafficking cocaine
Officers with RCMP Labrador District’s General Investigation Section (GIS) arrested 42-year-old Bobby Lewis on Thursday, on charges related to the trafficking of cocaine. On Sept. 25, officers on patrol witnessed what they believed to be a drug-related transaction and arrested 42-year-old Bobby Lewis. During a search, police located and seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, […]
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10 months ago
Retired Summerford-area teacher charged with sexual offences, possible victims urged to come forward
As a result of an investigation by Twillingate RCMP into sexual assaults carried out over a span of five decades, a retired educator has been charged with multiple sexual offences. Police believe there is a possibility of more victims, and are urging any victims or witnesses to come forward. In June 2025, Twillingate RCMP received […]
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10 months ago
St. John’s receives federal funding for public health initiative
The Public Health Agency of Canada has awarded St. John’s $249,997 through the 2025 Intersectoral Action Fund to advance its project, Healthy City for All: A Lens for Equity-Based Municipal Decision-Making to Improve Health Outcomes. St. John’s is one of 14 organizations nationwide to share more than $3 million in funding for collaborative projects addressing […]
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10 months ago
St. John’s to observe National Truth and Reconciliation Day on Tuesday
On Tuesday, the City of St. John’s will observe National Truth and Reconciliation Day. The day is to honour survivors, their families and Indigenous communities, and to raise awareness about the legacy of residential schools in Canada. As a result, most City offices and facilities will be closed. Curbside waste collection will occur, and Robin […]
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