Glovertown RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance locating 45-year-old Philip Anstey, who is the subject of multiple arrest warrants and continues to actively evade police. Anstey is wanted in relation to multiple counts – under the Criminal Code – of theft under $5,000. Anyone with information about his current location is asked to call their local […]
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ParksNL is preparing to open reservations for the 2026 camping season. The reservation system opens on April 22 at 7:00 a.m. (6:30 a.m. for most of Labrador) and reservations can be made by visiting www.nlcamping.ca or by calling 1-877-214-CAMP (2267). Nine parks will be open for the Victoria Day holiday weekend. Clients will notice that Sandbanks and […]
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The Royal St. John’s Regatta Committee is now accepting nominations for 2026 inductees into the Royal St. John’s Regatta Hall of Fame. “Remembering our history and recognizing those who have given to the Royal St. John’s Regatta, not only honours our past, but inspires our future”, said Royal St. John’s Regatta Committee President, Keith White. […]
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Rocky Harbour RCMP arrested a 42-year-old woman on Friday morning during a traffic stop on Route 430. The driver, who was operating with an expired licence, showed signs of impairment by drugs, and police are now investigating if impaired operation charges are appropriate. On April 10, around 10:20 a.m., officers patrolling Route 430 stopped a […]
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The federal government temporarily suspending the federal fuel excise tax on gas and diesel starting next week. Prime Minister Mark Carney made the announcement in Ottawa on Tuesday, just hours after his government secured a majority in the House of Commons with three byelection victories. The suspension will come into effect on April 20 and […]
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Holyrood RCMP arrested a 32-year-old man on Friday afternoon after responding to a report of a stolen vehicle. With assistance from Police Dog Services (PDS) and the RCMP Emergency Response Team (ERT), police safely located and detained Michael Howe after he fled from police. At approximately 9:30 a.m. on April 10, officers received a report […]
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RCMP provided an update on their investigation into two separate incidents in central that have rocked a community and province. On Wednesday, April 8th, a woman was airlifted to hospital after police were called to a home in the town at around 2:30 that afternoon. Shortly after, a male suspect was found deceased near the […]
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The FFAW says the decision of the Standing Fish Price-Setting Panel remains in effect, meaning a collective agreement is considered to be in place under the Fishing Industry Collective Bargaining Act. That decision establishes a minimum starting price with a market-based escalator that can increase the price as market conditions change. Under the Fishing Industry Collective Bargaining […]
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A stranded snowmobiler is home safe after they were assisted by Hopedale and Nain Ground Search and Rescue volunteers over the weekend. On Sunday, April 12, police received a request from the Hopedale RCMP detachment regarding an overdue snowmobiler travelling between the communities of Natuashish and Nain. A volunteer with Hopedale Ground Search and Rescue […]
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To celebrate the remarkable contributions of seniors throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, the province has opened nominations for the 2026 Seniors of Distinction Awards. These awards recognize individuals aged 50 and older who have made a meaningful difference in communities locally, nationally or internationally. Their contributions can be through volunteerism, professional work or community leadership that has benefited groups or individuals in all aspects of society. Residents are encouraged to consider nominating […]
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