3 weeks ago
Labrador woman calling for better accessibility on Labrador Marine ferry
A Labrador woman is sounding the alarm on accessibility barriers in this province. Dawn Letto is calling for better support for disabilities of all sizes. That’s after she noticed in May that the adult change table aboard the Qajaq W. was gone. Five months later, Letto is hoping people will realize why this issue deserves […]
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3 weeks ago
RCMP operation near Musgrave Harbour concludes with one person taken into custody
The RCMP is advising the public that the police operating that was underway in the Musgrave Harbour area earlier today has safely concluded. One person was taken into custody, but it’s unclear at this time what they were arrested for. Residents can now return to normal activities in the area, however, the RCMP is advising […]
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3 weeks ago
Questions mount over e-scooter rules as provincial road-safety consultations end Thursday
Questions about e-scooter safety are gaining attention in St. John’s after a video showing nearly 30 young people travelling together through a busy section of Columbus Drive circulated online. The video has renewed concerns about how e-scooters and other devices are regulated on Newfoundland and Labrador roads, particularly when large groups of young riders are […]
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3 weeks ago
Auditor General finds major oversight and accountability gaps in N.L. long-term care
Auditor General, Denise Hanrahan, delivered a performance audit report to the Public Accounts Committee today on matters related to long term care in the province. This audit is the second of two audits requested by the Committee, pursuant to section 22 of the Auditor General Act. The first audit, into personal care homes, was submitted […]
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