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4 weeks ago

Province to pay $45 million to church abuse victims

The provincial government will now pay millions to help compensate victims of abuse by the Roman Catholic Church, after the Supreme Court approved a settlement late this week. The province will pay out $45.8 million to the victims, as well as an additional $500,000 for counselling services. Lawyers representing some of the more than 200 […]

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Mental Health Awareness Week

It’s a time to connect with your community, and yourself. National Mental Health Awareness Week starts today, and the Canadian Mental Health Association is encouraging everyone to support well-being. May 4-10 is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Week this year, and the Canadian Mental Health Association say too many people are feeling alone across the […]

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Grim anniversary set to remember those impacted by the Adam’s Cove wildfire

The town council of Small Point-Adam’s Cove-Blackhead-Broadcove is inviting residents and friends of the community to join them in the marking of the one year anniversary of the Adam’s Cove fire in may of last year. The one year anniversary of the fire is on Thursday. A commemorative gathering will take place at the Adam’s […]

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4 weeks ago

Contract awarded for MSC Baltic III; update coming today

It’s been over a year since the MSC Baltic III grounded in Cedar Cove. The vessel has since sustained significant damage after sitting through plenty of storms and the hull continues to break apart, sinking the stern of the vessel further. The Canadian Coast Guard has been working alongside MSC to maintain the vessel over […]

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