6 months ago
Burin Peninsula RCMP celebrates Constable-for-a-Day Conor Matthews
Burin Peninsula RCMP welcomed a special recruit just before the holiday season – their Constable-for-a-Day, Conor Matthews. Eight-year-old Conor was diagnosed with a form of brain cancer in 2024. Through his surgery, radiation and chemotherapy, he shared his dream of joining the RCMP one day. So, once Conor was officially in remission, the Burin Peninsula detachment and […]
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6 months ago
Valérie Maltais wins Canada’s first medal of Winter Olympics with bronze in speedskating
Canada has won its first medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Speedskater Valérie Maltais won bronze in the women’s 3,000 metres at the Milano Cortina Games on Saturday. Maltais, who is from from La Baie, Que., finished in a time of 3:56.93 behind gold medallist Francesca Lollobrigida of Italy and silver medallist Ragne Wiklund of […]
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6 months ago
Gold prices hit record highs, creating new opportunities for local customers
Over the past several months, the price of gold has surged to record levels, up more than 50 per cent compared to this time last year. The owners of Bogart’s Jewellers say the spike is opening new opportunities for customers. At its peak just last month, gold broke the five-thousand-dollar mark, reaching approximately $5,500 an […]
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6 months ago
Nominations open for City of St. John’s 2026 Applause Awards
The City of St. John’s is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Applause Awards, recognizing individuals, groups, and organizations who make a meaningful difference in our community. “The Applause Awards are an opportunity to shine a light on the people and organizations who help shape the spirit and success of our city,” said Mayor Danny […]
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