1 year ago
Overdue ATV riders safely located by Deer Lake Ground Search and Rescue
Two overdue ATV riders were safely located this morning by Deer Lake Ground Search and Rescue. Shortly after midnight on Thursday, police were advised that two individuals traveling on a side-by-side all-terrain vehicle (ATV) had become stuck on a trail near Pynn’s Brook. The riders reportedly abandoned the ATV and began walking towards Pasadena. Initially, […]
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1 year ago
Another delay in Markus Hicks case
There’s been yet another delay in the case of Markus Hicks, the former teacher and volleyball coach charged with multiple sexual offences. The defence had indicated last week that it would be ready to enter pleas, but when the case was called in provincial court in St. John’s this morning, co-counsel Ellen O’Gorman told the […]
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1 year ago
Hello Humpback: New website designed to help tourists see majestic mammals
Whale watching is a big draw for tourists who come to this province each year hoping to see the majestic mammals. Now, the province has added an online resource tool to help enthusiasts learn about humpback whales. It’s called Hello Humpback, a new web domain that helps tourists and tour operators identify and learn more […]
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1 year ago
Heart & Stroke NL wants province to reconsider decision on eliminating sugar tax
While some are applauding Premier John Hogan’s plans to end the sugar tax, Heart and Stroke Newfoundland and Labrador is asking government to reconsider its decision. As the revenue from the sugar tax is earmarked to fund healthy-living initiatives, Heart and Stroke is questioning the immediate and lasting impact of the decision. In a statement, […]
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