2 years ago
Reflections: Chappaquiddick
Jim Furlong reflects on Chappaquiddick and the end of “Camelot”.
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2 years ago
Ala’suinu Preparing for Port Trials; Argentia Service to Begin July 3
Earlier this month, Marine Atlantic announced that a problem with the Ala’suinu’s lubrication system would result in a delay to the start of the Argentia service. Work to correct the issue has taken longer than expected. Repairs are now nearing completion and the organization is set to begin port trials and final integration activities. “These disruptions have […]
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2 years ago
Province releases details on the upcoming Lying-in-State for Unknown Soldier; NTV carrying live coverage on July 1
Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are invited to pay their respects at upcoming commemorative events associated with the centennial of the National War Memorial in St. John’s. The lying-in-state for the unknown First World War soldier from Newfoundland and Labrador will take place from Friday, June 28-Sunday, June 30, in the main lobby of the Confederation Building […]
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2 years ago
Inaugural Collective Singing Festival the first of its kind in this province
The HarbourVOICES! International Festival of Collective Singing Traditions is set to debut from June 29 to July 4, marking a spectacular start to the province’s Year of the Arts. This flagship event will bring together 1,400 participants, including 700 from across the globe, in an innovative six-day celebration of group singing traditions. This festival features […]
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2 years ago
Teen charged with drunk driving after ATV hits parked car in Paradise
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with drunk driving after the ATV he was operating hit a parked car in Paradise last night. At around midnight, RNC responded to a complaint from a resident in the Trails End Drive area, reporting their parked vehicle had just been hit by another vehicle. When officers arrived, they […]
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2 years ago
Pedestrian-Only Zone in Quidi Vidi Village Returns this Summer
The City of St. John’s is implementing a pedestrian-only zone in Quidi Vidi Village on weekends (Friday to Sunday) this summer, from June 21-Sept. 2. This will be the fourth year of the pedestrian-only zone in Quidi Vidi Village, following positive feedback from residents and the community in previous years. Fridays to Sundays, from noon […]
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2 years ago
City announces Canada Day/Memorial Day Events
Annually the City of St. John’s hosts Canada Day celebrations on July 1. All Canada Day events are accessible, and all activities are free of charge. Sunrise Celebration (6 a.m. to 7 a.m.) The day begins with the Sunrise Event at 6 a.m. at Signal Hill National Historic Site. A free, wheelchair accessible Metrobus Shuttle will […]
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