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3 months ago
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Nominations open for City of St. John’s 2026 Applause Awards

The City of St. John’s is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Applause Awards, recognizing individuals, groups, and organizations who make a meaningful difference in our community. “The Applause Awards are an opportunity to shine a light on the people and organizations who help shape the spirit and success of our city,” said Mayor Danny […]

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3 months ago
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Whitbourne RCMP investigating report of investment scam, asking any possible victims to come forward

Whitbourne RCMP is investigating a possible investment scam after receiving a report of a man approaching residents in the area, claiming to be a registered financial planner and offering large returns on an investment of cash. Police are asking any possible victims of this scam to contact them. On January 26, police received a report […]

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3 months ago
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Canadian Armed Forces member who died in Latvia helped battle wildfires in N.L.

Sebastian Halmagean, the Canadian Armed Forces member who died in Latvia Thursday, helped battle wildfires in Newfoundland and Labrador this past summer. His father, Kru Alin posted online that his son Sebastian was immensely proud to serve his county, noting that he helped to extinguish fires in this province. His father said his son was his […]

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3 months ago
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Local family searching for liver donor for baby Hazel

A family from this province is reaching out to the community with hope and urgency as they search for a liver donor for their young daughter Hazel. Hazel was born with a very rare liver disease called biliary atresia, which impacts about 1 in 14,000 children. At just 8 weeks old she underwent a surgery […]

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3 months ago
Justice, News

RCMP warning motorists of severe road conditions in the Holyrood area

Holyrood RCMP urges motorists to use extreme caution while travelling in the area. The department is receiving reports from motorists off the road and stuck in the snow, and the and off-ramps from the Trans-Canada Highway are snow-covered and slippery. Please delay any non-essential travel until road and weather conditions improve. If you must travel, […]

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3 months ago
Justice, News

Virtual ER availability at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is advising the public of temporary changes to services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre. Virtual ER services will be available from: Monday, February 2, at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, February 3 at 8:00 a.m. When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER at Bonavista Peninsula Health […]

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3 months ago
News, Sports

NL Regiment blanked by Moncton Wildcats on Sunday

The Newfoundland Regiment were blanked 3-0 by the Moncton Wildcats on Sunday evening at Avenue Centre. Brayden Robertson-Palmer got Moncton on the board inside three minutes before Teddy Mutryn doubled their advantage midway through the first period to give the Wildcats a 2-0 lead after 20 minutes. Liam Bursaw made it 3-0 Moncton four minutes […]

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3 months ago
Justice, News

RCMP stops uninsured vehicle, driver facing multiple charges including assaulting a police officer

Thirty-eight-year-old Brendan Mullins was arrested by Grand Falls-Windsor RCMP last week after resisting arrest, assaulting a police officer and breaching court ordered conditions of release. He was held in police custody to appear in court, and his vehicle was seized and impounded. Just before 9:30 p.m. on Jan. 27, police attempted to conduct a check […]

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3 months ago
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Man taken to lockup after allegedly assaulting woman known to him

One man is being held in lockup today after allegedly assaulting a woman known to him. February 1st at 5:15pm, RNC responded to a 911 call in the area of Portugal Cove Road in St. John’s. There, officers spoke to the female victim, then arrested a 38-year old man to be held for court on […]

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3 months ago
News, Weather

Winter storm forces widespread closures; more snow expected this evening

The latest round of snow this winter has arrived and is causing major disruptions. Schools from St. John’s to Gander are closed all day, garbage collection has been postponed for many, and a large number of public and private facilities are expected to remain closed. Plows are hard at work, but with the snow falling […]

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