A man was arrested on May 31 after barricading himself inside a Newtown residence and refusing to surrender to police. New-Wes-Valley RCMP attended a residence on Main Street in Newtown early Sunday morning as part of an ongoing investigation into a prior report of assault. Police located the suspect, 65-year-old Jefforey Batten at the home, […]
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The Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra has announced that Persio Dominguez Piantini has been chosen as the RBC Emerging Artist Conductor for the 2025-26 season. “I am delighted that again through the support of RBC we are able to bring a young conductor in to work with the NSO, as the RBC Emerging Artist Conductor,” said Simon […]
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With Canada’s skiing season in full swing, new research has unveiled the country’s top hidden gem resorts, where locals and tourists can enjoy the slopes without huge crowds – with one Labrador ski resort ranking among the best The research, by Jackpot City, looked at 173 ski resorts nationwide, comparing their visitor ratings and number of reviews […]
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Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro reported progress overnight in removing ice from its Bay D’Espoir hydro plant, allowing the utility to restart several units. Vice-President of Engineering Rob Collett expressed optimism during a briefing with media on Sunday. Rotating blackouts have not been required so far, but officials caution the province is not out of the […]
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Police are asking the public to remain away from the Dominion grocery store on Cromer Avenue in Grand Falls-Windsor. The RCMP say police and firefighters are responding to a structure fire inside the building. Please avoid the area to allow crews to respond safely. Updates will be provided when available.
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