6 months ago
Temporary disruption of laboratory at Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Centre
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services advises the public of a temporary disruption of laboratory services at the Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Centre in Botwood until: Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 8:30 a.m. Emergency blood collection services will also be unavailable today. If emergency blood collection services are required, patients will be transported to another health-care facility. If […]
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6 months ago
SJRFD’s first female firefighter, Captain Gina Burke, is retiring
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department has announced the retirement of Captain Gina Burke, a trailblazer who made history as the department’s first female firefighter. Captain Burke began her groundbreaking career in 1992 when she was hired at the newly-opened Mount Pearl station, marking a significant milestone for the department and the region. Her dedication […]
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6 months ago
RNC in Labrador City arrest impaired driver
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary has charged a male with impaired driving. Officers conducted a traffic stop on Bartlett Drive in Labrador City around 2:50 a.m. Sunday (Jan. 25). The 28-year-old driver failed the roadside screening and was arrested and subsequently charged with impaired driving and operating over the legal limit. His vehicle was impounded and license […]
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6 months ago
Province records first win at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Team Newfoundland and Labrador, skipped by Mackenzie Mitchell, picked up their first win last night at the 2026 Scotties Tournament of Hearts. The St. John’s-based rink dominated Nunavut in an 8-2 victory. They are now 1-2 heading into today’s action. Team NL battled hard in the tournament opener but fell 7-5 to Manitoba. They dropped […]
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