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2 years ago
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RCMP investigates theft of dirt bike in Heart’s Delight

Harbour Grace RCMP is investigating the theft of a dirt bike from a residential property in Heart’s Delight.  The theft occurred sometime between 2:30-6:30 a.m. on Wednesday. The dirt bike, a 2002 Yamaha XT 225, is a dual-purpose off-road vehicle and street bike. It is blue, white and black in color with NL licence plate MED534. […]

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2 years ago
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Construction project to begin on Major’s Path and Portugal Cove Road this Spring

he City of St. John’s will begin a new multi-year construction project this Spring which includes road upgrades to Major’s Path and the construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of Portugal Cove Road, Major’s Path and Airport Heights Drive.  The project will begin in 2024 with upgrades to Major’s Path from Hebron Way to Portugal […]

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2 years ago
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Wanted Man Arrested in St. John’s

The RNC has arrested wanted person, Jerry Kinsella of St. John’s. The 32-year-old was located at a grocery store in the capital city where he was taken into custody without incident in relation to an outstanding arrest warrant. Kinsella will appear in court today on charges of:

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2 years ago
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Police investigating home invasion

The RNC is investigating a home invasion that occurred in St. John’s. Shortly after 9 p.m. on Wednesday, patrol officers responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence on Kennedy Road. Responding officers determined that two suspects had forced entry into the home, presenting weapons. The suspects left the area in a dark […]

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2 years ago
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City announces recipients of civic awards at 2024 Applause Awards Gala; Gushue wins team of the year

The City of St. John’s presented its civic awards at a gala event at the St. John’s Convention Centre. “The City is proud to honour the remarkable contributions of our community with a range of awards, spotlighting excellence of individuals, groups and organizations,” said Mayor Danny Breen. “On behalf of Council, I extend my congratulations […]

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2 years ago
Health, News

Osborne to Discuss Contracts for Urgent Care Centres on Northeast Avalon

Minister of Health and Community Services Tom Osborne will make an announcement related to increasing access to health care services on the northeast Avalon. The announcement will take place at the former Costco Building on Stavanger Drive in St. John’s, at noon. Osborne will be joined by Dr. Greg Browne, Senior Medical Director, NL Health […]

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2 years ago
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MUNFA Executive Concerned by PSC Announcement

The MUNFA Executive is concerned by an announcement by the Presidential Search Committee that a private executive search firm will once again be used to find Memorial University’s next president. MUNFA President Josh Lepawsky said, “No private search firm should be making decisions about which candidates make it into the total pool of candidates being […]

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2 years ago
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Over 2,000 New Child Care Spaces in Development

Education Minister Krista Lynn Howell provided an update on childcare space creation on Wednesday. There are more than 9,100 early learning and childcare spaces operating at $10 a day or less in the province, with over 1,500 childcare spaces created since January 2023. There are currently 2,206 early learning and childcare spaces in various stages […]

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2 years ago
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Temporary Disruption of Medical Imaging Services at Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services says that there is a temporary disruption of medical imaging services at the Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre effective immediately due to equipment malfunction. Walk-in services are not available as a result. Patients may choose to travel to another facility for medical imaging services. Laboratory services are not affected at […]

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2 years ago
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Two sent to hospital after disturbance in St. John’s

Just after 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening, the RNC were called to a disturbance at a west end home in St. John’s. Responding officers located two residents in the home who had been assaulted when the offenders forced their way in. The suspects had fled the home prior to police arrival. The two victims were […]

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