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1 week ago

Polar bears still active in some areas of province 

Due to remaining snow and ice conditions along the southern coast of Labrador and the Northern Peninsula of the island, the Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands is advising residents that polar bears are still active in some areas. Polar bear sightings have been reported in various areas this spring, including the Northern Peninsula and northeast coast of the island, and southern regions […]

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1 week ago

James Runs Canada to raise $250,000 for Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada Post-Secondary Education Program

James Newman, a 22‑year‑old Oakville native, is embarking on an extraordinary 7,500 kilometer run across Canada with the goal of raising $250,000 to fund scholarships for youth who have lost a parent or caregiver. Beginning May 18, in St. John’s, James will run approximately 80-100 kilometres per day for 100 days, finishing in Victoria, British […]

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1 week ago

Flood warning issued for Lower Churchill River

The Department of Environment and Climate Change issued a flood warning late Saturday night for the Lower Churchill River area after rising water levels threatened potential flooding in Happy Valley – Goose Bay and Mud Lake. Anyone situated near the river was asked to take appropriate measures to avoid flood damage. Residents are asked to […]

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1 week ago

Weather Forecast: Sunday, May 10

Mostly sunny skies across the province today for Mother’s Day, except for the West and South coasts of the island. There is a wind warning in effect for the Wreckhouse area. Strong winds are expected to pick up this evening and stick around until Monday afternoon. St. John’s / Eastern: Central: West Coast: South Coast: […]

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