7 months ago
Fuel prices skyrocket amid escalating war in Middle East
Fuel prices skyrocketed overnight in Newfoundland and Labrador amid ongoing turmoil in the Middle East. Due to recent commodity market developments, the Public Utilities Board intervened to adjust maximum prices outside its regular pricing schedule for gasoline and diesel motor fuels and furnace oil and stove oil heating fuels in all areas of the province […]
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7 months ago
Extreme winter could have positive impacts on 2026 wildfire season
Newfoundland and Labrador was hit hard in the summer of 2025, when nearly 200 homes were destroyed by fast-moving wildfires in Conception Bay North. Families were forced to evacuate with little notice, and many are still rebuilding. Now, after what feels like snowfall after snowfall, particularly on the Avalon Peninsula, officials say the heavy winter […]
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7 months ago
Province approves new municipality on west coast
The Local Service Districts of Mainland and Three Rock Cove on the Port au Port Peninsula will soon be known as a single town. The provincial government has approved the request to incorporate as a new municipality, and are working towards next steps -starting with establishing the Department of Municipal and Community Affairs establishing a […]
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7 months ago
RNC dialing up awareness to mark Fraud Prevention Month
March is Fraud Prevention Month, and the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is reminding residents to spot the signs, protect themselves, and report suspicious activities. Criminals are becoming more sophisticated and convincing, targeting people of all ages, genders and backgrounds. The most common frauds include impersonation, romance, investment, and grandparent scams – all which create a […]
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