3 years ago
Streets closed as heavy rain causes flooding in Corner Brook
Public Works crews with the City of Corner Brook have closed a number of roads, and are monitoring water levels threatening other municipal infrastructure throughout the community following extensive rain on the province’s west coast. Over 100 millimeters of rain has fallen in Corner Brook over the last 48 hours; washing out a section of […]
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3 years ago
Federal minimum wage increasing to $17.30 per hour on April 1
On April 1, the federal minimum wage will increase from $16.65 to $17.30 per hour. This adjustment reflects the 3.9 per cent increase in Canada’s annual average Consumer Price Index for 2023 and is aligned with inflation. There are approximately 30,000 employees in the federally regulated private sector who will benefit from this raise. Employers […]
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3 years ago
U.S.-born hockey star putting up big numbers for the Newfoundland Growlers
Isaac Johnson’s professional hockey journey has been anything but a straight line. The 25-year-old forward from Andover, Minnesota has spent the majority of the past three seasons with the Newfoundland Growlers. Throughout that time, he’s also piled up the frequent flyer miles with constant trips to Winnipeg and Toronto as a call-up to the American […]
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3 years ago
Phone line established for Measles Vaccination Inquiries
NL Health Services advises the public that due to an increase in measles cases globally, it is recommended that individuals review their measles immunization status and seek updates, as required, particularly before international travel. Individuals in the Eastern-Urban and Eastern-Rural Zones can contact the Vaccine Review Intake Line at 1-877-752-8171 forpublic inquiries about Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine eligibility […]
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