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The largest Ketch sailboat in the world docked in St. John’s Harbour
The Aquijo, the largest Ketch sailboat in the world, is docked in St. John’s. NTV’s Earl Noble was able to grab some pictures of the ship in the harbour, and had some interesting stats to go with it!
According to Wikipedia, a Ketch is a two-masted sailboat whose mainmast is taller than the mizzen mast (or aft-mast) and whose mizzen mast is stepped forward of the rudder post.
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Places To Go: Jack Axes returns to downtown St. John’s
Jack Axes has returned to Water Street and has introduced new attractions, including archery and a paint splatter room. Here’s Places To Go with Sharon Snow.
Your Community: St. John’s Pride Festival kicks off July 9
Tonight in Your Community, St. John’s Pride Week is coming up on July 9th, and today marks just one more week to register for the Pride Parade. NTV’s Beth Penney has the details.
Inside Story: War of words continues on how government should respond to AG report on agency nurses
The war of words continues between the Liberal Health Minister and Tory Health Critic about how government should respond to last week’s bombshell Auditor General’s report on agency nurses.
Your Community: Bell Island Mine Museum
NTV’s Ryan Harding visits the Bell Island Mine Museum.
Your Community: George Street Festival lineup
Sharon Snow checks out the lineup for the 40th annual George Street Festival.
Inside Story: Tories concerned about increase in intimate partner violence numbers
The RCMP recently released numbers showing a 51 per cent increase in reports of intimate partner violence from 2022 to 2023. Today, the Tories said government investment to address the problem is inadequate.
Your Community: Come From Away ‘Warm Embrace Project’
The hit musical Come From Away is back on stage in Gander this summer. Sharon Snow tells how the production is giving back with its “Warm Embrace Project.”
On The Mark: Six weeks shy of 2025 Canada Summer Games
In just six weeks, the country’s top athletes will be in this province for the 2025 Canada Summer Games. Athletes, teams and organizers are busy gearing up for the big event. Here’s NTV’s Mark Dwyer.
Inside Story: Canada Summer Games torch arrives in Corner Brook on way to St. John’s
The Canada Summer Games torch arrived in Corner Brook Tuesday while on its way to St. John’s.
Police investigating indecent act, request public’s assistance
Bay St. George RCMP is investigating an indecent act that took place in a Stephenville area park on June 26. Any witnesses or those with possible video footage are asked to contact police.
On June 26, at approximately 2:30 p.m., police responded to a report of a man exposing himself in Blanche Brooke Park. The man was estimated to be in his 60s with grey hair, and was wearing brown or khaki clothing.
The investigation is ongoing, and police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the man.
Any witnesses to this event, or anyone with video footage capturing someone matching this description are asked to call Bay St. George RCMP at 709-643-2118. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: #SayItHere 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.