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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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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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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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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Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro says conditions in Churchill Falls remain stable Saturday with the fire remaining on the south side of the river. Operations remain unaffected at the Churchill Falls Generating Station with no immediate risk, the company said in a statement. “Smoke remains an ongoing concern,” Hydro posted on its web site. “While the […]
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The FFAW-Unifor is calling on Prime Minister Trudeau to reaffirm the 115,000mt commitment to Northern cod before the management plan is released this season. The union that represents 10,000 commercial fish harvesters in the province is sounding the alarm and the risk that the current government will renege on the longstanding agreement and, as they […]
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The Royal Newfoundland Regiment has unveiled a new coin to mark the return of the Unknown Solider to Newfoundland and Labrador. The limited edition “Known Unto God” coins are 20 dollars and are available from the Royal Newfoundland Regiment Association. The coin features the Royal Newfoundland Regiment emblem on one side and a caribou on […]
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With warmer weather enticing more people outdoors, the RNC is reminding the public of the importance of bicycle safety. With increased road traffic, the RNC is encouraging all road users to remain vigilant and share the roads. Motorists are reminded that one metre of space is required between the vehicle and bicycle or pedestrian on highways […]
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The Department of Education has recognized 14 students as the 2024 recipients of the Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools Graduating Student Leadership Bursary. Each student will receive a $500 bursary recognizing their efforts to create inclusive school spaces across the province. The bursary helps to establish school-based protocols and practices that challenge all forms of […]
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NL Health Services has announced a new initiative to support individuals with mental illness by helping them find and maintain employment in the Western Zone. The Individual Placement and Support Program is currently available in Corner Brook/Bay of Islands and Stephenville/Bay St. George areas with the intention to expand the program to other communities within […]
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