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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The broken breakwater in Trepassey, combined with yesterday’s winter storm, has caused more damage to the road leading to the lower coast. Battery Road was closed to all traffic for a period of time Wednesday. It was earlier this month when the town declared a state of emergency after a winter storm tore down more […]
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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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Deer Lake Regional Airport Authority (DLRAA) has announced that Porter Airlines will launch five-times-weekly service between Deer Lake (YDF) and Ottawa (YOW) beginning June 10. “Expanding access to the nation’s capital supports our community, businesses, government travelers, and the tourism sector,” said Tammy Priddle, President and CEO, Deer Lake Regional Airport Authority. “This new route […]
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Government offices, schools and businesses are closed today, as heavy snow hits much of the Island. In St. John’s, Metrobus has announced they will not be operating today because of current and forecast weather conditions. Memorial University is closed for the morning for all faculty staff and students, with an announcement coming at 11 a.m. […]
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