4 weeks ago
Weather forecast: Sunday, May 10
Warm temperatures and a mix of sun and cloud continue across much of Newfoundland and Labrador today, though rain and stronger winds begin returning to western areas tonight and into Monday. St. John’s / Bonavista TodayA mix of sun and cloud. Wind becoming south 20 km/h later this afternoon. High 17 in St. John’s and […]
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4 weeks ago
Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program supporting agricultural growth and food security
Applications are open for the 2026-27 Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program to support new and established farmers who are growing Newfoundland and Labrador’s agriculture and agrifoods sectors. Budget 2026 is investing nearly $3.3 million into the Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program – an additional $1 million over previous years – to help farmers and producers invest in […]
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4 weeks ago
Polar bears still active in some areas of province
Due to remaining snow and ice conditions along the southern coast of Labrador and the Northern Peninsula of the island, the Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands is advising residents that polar bears are still active in some areas. Polar bear sightings have been reported in various areas this spring, including the Northern Peninsula and northeast coast of the island, and southern regions […]
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4 weeks ago
James Runs Canada to raise $250,000 for Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada Post-Secondary Education Program
James Newman, a 22‑year‑old Oakville native, is embarking on an extraordinary 7,500 kilometer run across Canada with the goal of raising $250,000 to fund scholarships for youth who have lost a parent or caregiver. Beginning May 18, in St. John’s, James will run approximately 80-100 kilometres per day for 100 days, finishing in Victoria, British […]
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4 weeks ago
Flood warning issued for Lower Churchill River
The Department of Environment and Climate Change issued a flood warning late Saturday night for the Lower Churchill River area after rising water levels threatened potential flooding in Happy Valley – Goose Bay and Mud Lake. Anyone situated near the river was asked to take appropriate measures to avoid flood damage. Residents are asked to […]
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4 weeks ago
Weather Forecast: Sunday, May 10
Mostly sunny skies across the province today for Mother’s Day, except for the West and South coasts of the island. There is a wind warning in effect for the Wreckhouse area. Strong winds are expected to pick up this evening and stick around until Monday afternoon. St. John’s / Eastern: Central: West Coast: South Coast: […]
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4 weeks ago
Newfoundland and Labrador robotics teams compete at world’s largest robotics competition
Two youth robotics teams from Newfoundland and Labrador competed at the world’s largest robotics competition, the FIRST World Championship. The event, in Houston, Texas, hosted over 1,000 teams from across 113 different countries. There were 19,000 competitors, and 50,000 people in attendance. Competing in the FIRST Lego League (Grades 4-9) division was Pearce Junior High […]
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1 month ago
Bay St. George RCMP issue warning about counterfeit currency circulating in the area
Bay St. George RCMP is advising the public about recent circulation of counterfeit currency after reports from local residents and businesses. Counterfeit currency recently collected by police are mostly $50 and $100 bills, and several had matching serial numbers. Additionally, the metallic or reflective portrait element was a sticker that could be peeled away from […]
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