2 years ago
Increased risk of forest fires due to hot and dry weather
The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture is warning of an increased risk of forest fires in both Labrador and the island due to the warm temperatures. To reduce the risk of forest fires and to support the efforts of wildfire suppression teams currently actioning active fires, forestry officials are recommending the public avoid lighting […]
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2 years ago
Good driving conditions across the province
There are some areas of fog on the southern Avalon Peninsula through to Goobies and the Burin Peninsula. Otherwise, there is clear visibility and dry roads across the province. Ferries are on schedule. At the St. John’s International Airport, WestJet Flight 264 is delayed. PAL Airlines flights 921 and 922 are delayed. Flights are on […]
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2 years ago
School Year Ends
Today is the last day of school for students before the summer break begins across the province. On Friday there will be an administration day for staff. Schools will reopen for students on Wednesday, September 4. Students get about 10 weeks for the summer holidays.
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2 years ago
All Fuel Prices Increase
It’ll cost more to fill up on all types of fuel after the latest fuel price adjustment. Gas increased by 1.3 cents. Diesel is up 4.9 cents on the Island and 4.5 cents in western Labrador. The price of furnace oil heating fuel went up 4.19 cents. Stove oil on the Island went up by […]
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