11 months ago
Burin Peninsula RCMP arrest wanted man after flight from police
A 39-year-old man who fled from police in a vehicle, then by foot, was arrested Monday afternoon by Burin Peninsula RCMP. At approximately 1:30 p.m., on Sept. 15, 2025, Burin Peninsula RCMP attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the Creston Causeway near Ville Marie Drive. The driver failed to stop and fled from police […]
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11 months ago
Bank of Canada interest rate announcement coming tomorrow
On Wednesday, the Bank of Canada will announce its decision on the target for the overnight rate. The rate announcement will come at 11:15 a.m. Newfoundland time. The last rate adjustment was on July 30, when the rate was held at 2.75 percent.
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11 months ago
Rum, Stories, and Newfoundland Spirit: Author Jeff Peddle Brings His First Book Home to NL
Newfoundland-born author Jeff Peddle is raising a glass to celebrate the release of his debut book, ‘Rum 101 for Dummies Like Me: From George Street to the Caribbean, 600 Bottles Later.’ Part memoir, part travelogue, and part guide, the book blends humour, history, and personal storytelling. Peddle takes readers on a ‘spirited’ journey from lively […]
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11 months ago
Man arrested after pointing imitation firearm in downtown St. John’s
On Monday evening, around 10:30 p.m., the RNC responded to a report of a weapons offence in progress in downtown St. John’s. The complainant reported that a male pointed a gun at him as he walked by. Police searched the area and located a 29-year-old male, and also located an imitation firearm in his possession. […]
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