As National Housing Day approaches on November 22, community advocates are urging the public to recognize the growing demand for safe, affordable housing across the country. In St. John’s, one local organization is taking a data-driven approach to make the issue impossible to ignore. End Homelessness St. John’s has developed a real-time dashboard that tracks […]
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Police seized and impounded a vehicle on Friday morning after a driver was stopped for using a cell phone and found to be operating with a suspended licence. At approximately 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 21, an officer patrolling the Conception Bay Highway in Holyrood observed a driver using a cell phone while operating their vehicle […]
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Bay Roberts RCMP is looking to arrest 28-year-old Jesse Lewis. Lewis is wanted for multiple criminal charges including, assault with a weapon, uttering threats and theft of a motor vehicle. Anyone with information on his current whereabouts is asked to contact the Bay Roberts RCMP detachment at 709-786-2118.
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Three people were arrested this week after a search of a Witless Bay home turned up cocaine, cash and paraphernalia police believed are connected to drug trafficking activity. The RCMP is expected to lay charges against a 52-year-old man, a 65-year-old man and 35-year-old woman, all of Witless Bay. The RCMP is continuing to investigate […]
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To mark World Fisheries Day 2025, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is highlighting the vital role the fishing industry has played in supporting the province’s economy and rural communities. Celebrated annually on November 21, World Fisheries Day recognizes the value of local fisheries and their importance in supporting coastal communities and the global economy. Newfoundland and Labrador is home to thousands of people who contribute to the province’s fishing industry […]
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As the holiday season fast approaches and gift donations ramp up across the province, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Seniors’ Advocate is reminding the public not to overlook older adults who may also need support this time of year. The Advocate says many seniors in the province face loneliness, financial strain, and challenges accessing basic necessities, particularly […]
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As National Housing Day is marked across the country, Newfoundland and Labrador NDP Leader Jim Dinn is calling for urgent action to address what he describes as a deepening affordable housing crisis in the province. Dinn says the availability of affordable housing must become a top priority, pointing to a surge in demand for public […]
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Crust Craft Bakery reopened its doors last month in their new location at Choices for Youth’s Social Enterprise and Innovation Hub. To celebrate the opening of their new space, Crust Craft Bakery is hosting an official Grand Reopening. Crust Craft Bakery not only offers delicious pizza and baked goods but also provides life-changing training and […]
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Happy Valley-Goose Bay RCMP is investigating the theft of construction tools from a job site Wednesday, and are asking anyone with information about the theft or the location of the tools to contact police. On November 19 around 11:40 p.m., officers responded to a call from an electrical crew working on a residential construction site […]
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WorkplaceNL has announced that its average assessment rate for 2026 will remain steady at $1.73 per $100 of assessable payroll. This rate includes a temporary discount of $0.21, helping maintain cost stability for employers across the province. While the average rate is $1.73, employers’ rates will vary based on their industry group’s claims experience as […]
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