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Communities blindsided as province cancels major projects, citing cost overruns

The provincial government says it is hitting the reset button on both the Cartwright school project and the Martin Gallant Building redevelopment in Stephenville Crossing. Lisa Dempster, MHA for the area, says she was shocked to learn through a government news release that the long-awaited school project for Cartwright had been cancelled. She argues the […]

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Wildfires evolving across Canada

It’s forest fire season and in a recent report conducted by Forests Canada, data shows that since 2023 communities across the country have been experiencing record-breaking wildfires, and extreme wildfires are evolving. The report outlines in the last three years alone, the demand for Forests Canada restoration knowledge, data analysis, and investment into forest recovery […]

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Bonavista RCMP investigates overnight break-in to Catalina power substation

Bonavista RCMP is investigating a break and enter to a power substation in Catalina, and subsequent theft of Aluminum Alloy Stranded Conductor (AASC) cable from the site. Police are sharing images of two people believed to be involved in the crime, and ask the public to assist in identifying the individuals. Just before 9:00 a.m., […]

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RNC warns high schoolers of criminal consequences

The RNC is reminding parents, caregivers and youth of the potential dangers associated with senior planned games and parties. Graduating students have long participated in scavenger hunts and field parties under the guise of fun, but the RNC is aware that some people are turning seemingly innocent ways of celebrating into potentially dangerous and illegal […]

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