Newfoundland and Labrador’s entry into Canada was on March 31, 1949 – the latest chapter of our unique political evolution from colony to Dominion to province of Canada. Newfoundland and Labrador is the youngest province – however, it has been a strong and equal member of confederation and continues to be. Today, the province celebrates […]
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Image above was taken by Randy Alexander at Marches Point, in the town of Cape St. George on Saturday, Marcy 30, 2024. Heavy rainfall arrived on the Island late last week and continued into the weekend thanks to a slow-moving storm system and an atmospheric river. An atmospheric river is a narrow and elongated corridor […]
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A single-vehicle crash on Robert E. Howlett Memorial Drive sent one person to hospital late Saturday night. The crash happened shortly before 11:15 p.m., when the driver of a southbound SUV lost control, causing the vehicle to completely roll over on the roadway. The vehicle came to rest on its side at the edge of […]
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A collision involving three vehicles caused traffic delays at a busy east-end intersection early Saturday afternoon. Emergency crews responded to the intersection of Torbay Road and Stavanger Drive shortly before 2:15 p.m.. An SUV had been struck in a t-bone collision with a pickup truck. The SUV then struck a second pickup truck that was […]
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While many families are doing their last minute shopping before Easter Sunday, stores and chocolate companies are keeping busy as well – it’s one of the busiest times of year for our very own the Newfoundland Chocolate Company, and several others across the island. NTV News wishes everyone a safe and Happy Easter weekend!
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The Labrador flag – a symbol of the history, heritage, and identity of the ‘Big Land’ is celebrating its 50th anniversary Sunday, March 31st. In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Labrador flag, the Confederation Building illuminated the colours of the flag, and flags are also flown at Confederation Building over the weekend. The […]
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After more than 100 mm of rainfall, the West Coast is facing some major damage due to flooding. This video was taken yesterday (March 29, 2024), and shows the final stages of the washout at Rouzes Brook on the Port au Port Peninsula in the town of Cape St. George. This is roughly 10 kilometers […]
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A new study hopes to shed light on the impact immigrants have on the economy and workforce in Atlantic Canada. The study out of Memorial University and its Department of Economics deep dives the debate over contributions of immigrants to the national economy – all while considering challenging factors like housing, health care, transportation and […]
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Education Minister Krista Lynn Howell has announced that nominations are open for the Premier’s Award for Teaching Innovation and the Minister of Education’s Award for Compassion in Teaching. The Premier’s Award for Teaching Innovation recognizes primary, elementary or secondary teachers in all disciplines who have demonstrated innovation in instruction and a commitment to preparing their […]
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The Provincial Government has announced that the COVID-19 bivalent vaccine is available as a spring booster dose. This vaccine is for specific populations identified by the National Advisory Committee on Immunization. These populations include adults 65 years of age and older, adult residents of long-term care homes and other congregate living settings for seniors, and […]
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