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NAPE raises alarm over reduction in social work training seats at Memorial University
The Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Public and Private Employees (NAPE) is raising serious concerns following confirmation that seats in the Social Work Program at Memorial University will be reduced by 20% this year. This reduction comes on top of an additional cut implemented the previous year. The decision, according to the union, arrives at […]
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Placentia RCMP issues public advisory to use caution following local archaeological find
Police are reminding the public to use caution and immediately report the discovery of any possible munitions, after the RCMP Explosive Disposal Unit (EDU) was called to a Jerseyside home this week. On March 30, the Provincial Archeologist contacted Placentia RCMP to report several cannonballs that were uncovered during property renovations at a Jerseyside home […]
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Man arrested after ammunition found during traffic stop in St. John’s
Police in St. John’s arrested two occupants of a vehicle Friday night after one was reportedly found with ammunition and the other was driving while impaired. RNC patrol officers conducted a traffic stop at around 9:30 p.m. on Ricketts Road. Officers identified both occupants. A 34-year-old man had two outstanding arrest warrants. When officers searched […]
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NL Regiment lose in overtime in Cape Breton; Game 6 Sunday in St. John’s
The Newfoundland Regiment lost 5-4 in overtime to the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles last night in Cape Breton. Newfoundland appeared in control through the first two periods, taking a 2-0 lead early and a 4-1 advantage after 40 minutes. Cape Breton scored three straight goals in the third period to force overtime, then won 22 […]
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