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5 months ago
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Eight people to be invested into the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador

An investiture ceremony on Jan. 27 at Government House will see eight people named to the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador. This will be the 18th investiture ceremony since the first appointments were made in 2004, bringing the total number of recipients to 159. This year’s recipients and the categories in which they are being […]

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5 months ago
News

Bonavista RCMP advises that Route 230 is currently closed in both directions

Bonavista RCMP advises that Route 230 has now fully re-opened to traffic in both directions. RCMP NL urges extreme caution to motorists travelling in the area, as the water used by fire crews to extinguish the vehicle fire has resulted in icy road conditions. A sand truck is being dispatched to the area.

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5 months ago
Health, News

Public Health strongly recommends vaccination this flu season

The Department of Health and Community Services is advising of an early and concerning start to this year’s influenza season in Canada and globally. Public health is strongly recommending everyone six months of age and older receive their flu shot as soon as they can. Residents are encouraged to book their vaccination appointments by: The […]

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5 months ago
The Inside Story

Inside Story: Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre provides over 130 turkey dinners to people in need

More than 130 turkey dinners were handed out today in downtown St. John’s. It’s that time of year when organizations try to do a little extra for those in need, who are feeling the stress of the holiday season. At the Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre folks are dedicating to supporting those in need. Neil […]

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5 months ago
Business, News, Politics

Province issues Request for Proposals for additional swing vessel

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to secure an additional swing vessel to provide relief on provincial ferry routes serving Fogo Island-Change Islands and Bell Island. Swing vessels play a critical role in maintaining service when regularly assigned ferries are out of operation for maintenance, repairs or refits. […]

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5 months ago
News

Habitat for Humanity’s ground-breaking ceremony set for today in Mount Pearl

Joedy Wall, Minister of Housing and Minister of Social Supports and Well-Being, will take part in a groundbreaking ceremony this afternoon for two new homes set for construction in Mount Pearl by Habitat for Humanity. Wall will join Dave Aker, Mayor of Mount Pearl, Sandra Whiffen, Chief Executive Officer of Habitat for Humanity Newfoundland and […]

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5 months ago
News

Atlantic Canada’s cruised industry enjoys big season

Atlantic Canada celebrated a dynamic 2025 cruise season defined by inaugural visits, significant milestones, and strong collaboration across the region. The 2025 season opened on March 10 with PONANT’s Le Commandant Charcot making its first winter call in Corner Brook, and concluded on Nov. 19 when AIDA Cruises’ AIDAdiva departed Halifax, Nova Scotia. Between the […]

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5 months ago
Justice, News

Man accused of double homicide back in court today

A 41-year-old man charged with the murder of two other men in St. John’s is back in court today. On Dec. 1, the RNC responded to a house on Aldershot Street where officers found two men, ages 38 and 53, dead inside. Working with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, the deaths were determined to […]

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5 months ago
Justice, News

Springdale RCMP arrests wanted man for charges relating to intimate partner violence

Springdale RCMP has arrested wanted man, 29-year-old Nicholas Myles Hewlett. He is charged with a number of criminal offences related to intimate partner violence. Hewlett was evading police.  His charges include:

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5 months ago
Justice, News

Arrest warrant issued for Matthew Mike Rich

Natuashish RCMP is looking to arrest 24-year-old Matthew Mike Rich who is actively evading police. An arrest warrant was issued for his arrest today on the following charges: Anyone with information on the current location of Matthew Mike Rich is asked to contact Natuashish RCMP at 709-478-8900. 

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