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3 months ago
Justice, News

Happy Valley-Goose Bay RCMP responds to firearm complaint, six people arrested following shelter in place

Six individuals, four women and two men, were arrested last night after police ordered a shelter in place for all residents in the area of Mesher Street in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. All six individuals were held in police custody overnight as police investigated the incident, and four will appear in court today to face criminal […]

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3 months ago
News, Politics

James Cadigan joins Premier Wakeham’s team

The Premier’s Office has hired a familiar face to join its communications team. Former RNC communications officer James Cadigan announced on social media that he has joined the Tory team, and will now serve as the Director of Policy and Stakeholder Relations. Cadigan was a member of the Royal Newfoundland Constablury for over 16 years. […]

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3 months ago
News, Politics

Province to close Newfoundland and Labrador’s Boston office

The provincial government is proceeding with the closure of its Boston Office as “part of its commitment to responsible fiscal management and a renewed, globally focused economic development strategy.” The closure will save the province approximately $1 million annually. “Closing our Boston Office is about making sure every public dollar is working as hard as […]

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3 months ago
News

Three impaired drivers arrested by RCMP on Route 430

Three motorists were arrested for impaired driving by RCMP Traffic Services West and Rocky Harbour RCMP over the weekend. All three drivers will appear in court at later dates to answer to charges of impaired operation. One of the drivers is facing additional criminal charges related to their arrest. Each driver had their licence suspended […]

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3 months ago
Justice, News

Police conducts traffic stop in Deer Lake, arrests pair for drug possession

RCMP West District General Investigation Section (GIS) arrested two people on Friday afternoon after a traffic stop near Deer Lake resulted in the seizure of cocaine, prescription pills and drug paraphernalia. On Jan. 30, at approximately 2:00 p.m. an officer was on patrol near Deer Lake and conducted a traffic stop on Route 430, with […]

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3 months ago
Justice, News

RNC investigating armed robbery

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is investigating an armed robbery in St. John’s. On Friday, Jan. 30, around 4:45 p.m., police responded to an armed robbery at a business in Churchill Square. The suspect presented a weapon, demanded jewelry from an employee and fled the area before officers arrived. There were no injuries. The RNC is seeking […]

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3 months ago
News

Town of Trepassey declares state of emergency

The Town of Trepassey has declared a state of emergency after a severe winter storm knocked out the towns breakwater once again, damaging the road to the Lower Coast. Mayor Wanda Waddleton signed off on the declaration today. Access to the Lower Coast of Trepassey is compromised as a result of recent storm surge damage, […]

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3 months ago
Local News, News

Mount Pearl launches first Community Safety & Well-Being Plan

The City of Mount Pearl will host the official launch of its first Community Safety & Well-Being Plan today at City Hall. This plan serves as a guide for building a safer, more inclusive city and was created in collaboration with residents and community partners. Developed with Thinkwell Research and informed by extensive engagement – […]

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3 months ago
News

Burin Peninsula RCMP celebrates Constable-for-a-Day Conor Matthews

Burin Peninsula RCMP welcomed a special recruit just before the holiday season – their Constable-for-a-Day, Conor Matthews. Eight-year-old Conor was diagnosed with a form of brain cancer in 2024. Through his surgery, radiation and chemotherapy, he shared his dream of joining the RCMP one day. So, once Conor was officially in remission, the Burin Peninsula detachment and […]

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3 months ago
Justice, Local News, News

Victims of break and enters in Conception Bay North start petition fighting for change

Residents in Conception Bay North who have been victims of recent break and enters have come together to start a petition, fighting for change on the North Shore. The petition titled ‘Immediate Action on Break-Ins and Public Safety in the CBN Area’ already has over 150 signatures. Within the petition it states that the undersigned […]

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