A fishing vessel has run aground near fortune on the south coast of the province. The Eastern Raeya left Fortune on Wednesday to fish scallops and this morning, sent a distress call to the Canadian Coast Guard at around 10:30. That’s according to the Fortune Harbour Authority. The vessel was said to be sitting in […]
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Motorists are advised that the Trans-Canada Highway is closed in both directions between Bishop’s Falls and Grand Falls-Windsor due to a motor vehicle collision. An update will be provided when the highway reopens.
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The province is modernizing and expanding the Accessible Taxi Grant Program to provide more options for people who require accessible transportation. The program will be renamed the Accessible Taxi and Busing Grant. Eligibility is being expanded so that more people and organizations can apply. This now includes individuals, businesses, non-profit organizations, Indigenous governments and organizations, […]
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RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador is warning residents and businesses against snow dumping — or the disposal of snow and ice on roadways — as heavy snow continues to fall across Eastern Newfoundland. Snow dumping is an offence under the Highway Traffic Act, and a public safety concern that can impact both traffic and emergency services. Throwing […]
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It’s the biggest snowfall since Snowmageddon. In excess of 50 cm fell on St. John’s since late Tuesday, with reports over over 70 cm in Paradise. According to NTV’s Ryan Harding, over 300 cm has fallen this winter in Eastern Newfoundland. The number is much higher in the Gander area. The city held a press […]
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