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City of St. John’s launches first affordable housing land disposition opportunity

The City of St. John’s is taking another step to support the development of affordable housing by launching its first Request for Proposals (RFP) under a new Land Disposition Program. The RFP invites qualified non-profit organizations, charities and development partnerships to submit proposals for the development of affordable housing on City-owned land at 23-31 Plymouth Road. […]

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Canadian Taxpayers Federation praises home heating rebate

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is praising the Wakeham government’s announcement of a 15 per cent electricity rebate that will save the average Newfoundland and Labrador household $351 annually. “This is real relief that families will feel on every single power bill,” said Devin Drover, CTF Atlantic Director and General Counsel. “When a family turns up […]

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Bay St. George RCMP arrests drug-impaired driver

Bay St. George RCMP arrested and charged a man with impaired operation after responding to a report that he was unresponsive in a vehicle Tuesday afternoon. Shortly before 4:00 p.m. on September 8, officers conducting proactive patrols in Stephenville Crossing were approached by a concerned bystander who reported a man who appeared to be unconscious […]

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25 years after 9/11, piece of World Trade Center steel delivered to Lewisporte as lasting tribute

A special piece of history has now found a home in Lewisporte, 25 years after the community opened its doors to people affected by the September 11th attacks. Yesterday was an emotional and proud moment for two Lewisporte firefighters, Battalion Chief Rob Fudge and Assistant Chief Stephen Cole. Twenty-five years ago, the two were among […]

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