Dozens gathered in the Battery on Saturday, raising their voices against plans that could dramatically change the landscape of the neighbourhood. At the heart of the controversy is the property known as “Limeville,” located at 34 Battery Road. The site, rich in history and natural beauty, is now facing the possibility of demolition to make […]
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On Wednesday evening, the RNC responded to the center city area of St. John’s for a dispute between neighbours. Responding officers determined that the dispute had become physical. A 55-year-old male was arrested for assault and uttering threats against the other individual. The accused was held at the lock-up to appear before a judge in […]
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Roads are dry across the Island portion of the province with good visibility. Roads across western Labrador are wet with reduced visibility due to rain, and dry across central and southeastern Labrador. Due to a mechanical issue, the Argentia to North Sydney crossing on the Ala’suinu scheduled for today has been cancelled. Passengers are being […]
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A mix of sun and cloud is expected across the Island today. On the Great Northern Peninsula, wind gusts to 80 km/h are possible this afternoon. Temperatures will range from 16 to 23, and it will feel warmer with the humidex. Heavy rain is currently falling across western Labrador, and it will be a wet […]
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On Wednesday, the Bank of Canada reduced its target for the overnight rate by 25 basis points to 2.5%, with the Bank Rate at 2.75% and the deposit rate at 2.45%. Global uncertainty in the wake of higher U.S. tariffs is slowing. In the second quarter, Canada’s GDP declined by about 1½%. Employment has also […]
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