There was a unexpected jump at the pumps early Tuesday morning. The Public Utilities Board increased the price of diesel and home heating oil. Although there was no change in the price of gas, diesel is up by 8.3 cents per litre on the island and 9.3 cents in Labrador West. Furnace oil increased by […]
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The FFAW says it’s been a good season for capelin harvesters. The union says harvesters are reporting positive catch rates so far this fishing season. It’s optimistic that more favorable environmental conditions are leading to the growth of the capelin stock. Now they’re calling on the federal government to increase research. FFAW President Greg Pretty […]
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Tonight on Places To Go, Sharon Snow takes us on a tour of the Government House grounds with the Lieutenant Governor.
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With St. John’s hosting the 2025 Canada Summer Games, the clock is ticking to get all facilities upgraded. That means the Aquarena will temporarily shut its doors at the end of the summer. The Aquarena was first built in the 1970s, for the 1977 Canada Summer games. It’s a full circle moment, now as the […]
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Motorists this morning were greeted by a significant price hike at the pumps. The price of gas has gone up a little more than 6 cents while diesel has spiked by about 5 and 1/2 cents. Furnace and stove oil are up by around 5 cents while propane increases by nearly a cent and-a-half. While […]
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In some rivers around the province, dead salmon have been washing up. The cause is likely the high water temperatures, according to conservationists, but on the Gander and Exploit’s Rivers experienced anglers says there is reason to be concerned for the future. Don Pelly has been fishing the Exploit’s for over 60 years. He says […]
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Despite an early setback, Canada recorded a crucial win today in Australia. Adriana Leon’s goal early in the second half lifted Canada to a 2-1 victory over Ireland at the Women’s World Cup on Wednesday in Perth. “We did what it took to with and they showed so much determination. I’m super proud of this team,” […]
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A $2.5 million contract has been awarded to Inflector Environmental Services for the demolition of the nurses’ residence at the site of the former Grace Hospital on LeMarchant Road in St. John’s. It’s the next step to clearing the way for the potential site of the new hospital set for St. John’s to replace St. […]
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At least one strawberry farmer in Central Newfoundland says the season for strawberries was slow starting, thanks to a rainy June, but has quickly taken off. Chris Oram, the manager of Mark’s Market, says it’s been hot an hectic, as berries having been ripening quickly in the intense heat. He says while they’ve seen plentiful […]
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Just a week after signing a new contract with the Montreal Canadiens, Alex Newhook is already thinking about how he can have a long-term impact on his new club. NTV’s Mark Dwyer spoke with him from Boston.
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