Hundreds of students to participate in Skilled Career Day on Friday
Over 1,000 junior high, high school and post-secondary students and apprentices are expected at the Annual Skilled Career Day featuring the Skills Canada Newfoundland and Labrador provincial competitions. Set for Friday at the College of the North Atlantic’s Prince Philip Drive Campus in St. John’s, it’ll be a busy day for students. Competitions: 9:00 am […]
Read moreCFIB says small business confidence loses momentum amid rising energy costs
The long-term small business confidence index lost 9.5 points, dropping to 55.8 points in March, according to the March Business Barometer by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). “Just when we saw a glimmer of hope, fuel prices and supply chains are causing hardships again. The 12-month index improved gradually over much of the […]
Read moreTwillingate RCMP advises Route 340 closed near Purcell’s Harbour
Twillingate RCMP is advising that Route 340 near Purcell’s Harbour is closed to travel in both directions due to a motor vehicle collision. Motorists travelling through the area should expect delays. A detour is being established through the community of Bayview. Police are asking to please drive with added caution and obey all instructions from […]
Read moreVarsity Table Tennis Provincials this weekend
School Sports NL Varsity Program will host the SSNL Varsity Table Tennis Provincials this weekend at Glovertown Academy in Glovertown. Eight schools from across the province will converge to compete for the Provincial Team Championship, along with Singles and Doubles titles, at the Table Tennis Provincials. Two teams from Labrador will travel to the event […]
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