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2 years ago
Business, News

Mining industry expresses confidence at Future of Labrador West Summit

There was a bullish outlook for a challenged industry at Day 2 of the Future of Labrador West Summit. Three of the biggest players in mining expressed confidence, including the beleaguered Tacora Mines, which is currently in creditor protection. NTV’s Jodi Cooke reports.

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2 years ago
News, Weather

Wind and Wreckhouse Wind Warnings in effect for West Coast

A period of strong winds will affect the Wreckhouse area from tonight into Thursday evening and portions of the West Coast during the day Thursday. The Environment and Climate Change Canada Weather Office in Gander has issued multiple wind warnings for the area.

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2 years ago
News

Provincial Government increasing Naloxone Kits availability

The Department of Health and Community Services is reminding the public of the availability of naloxone kits for individuals who use opioids and family members, friends and other persons in a position to assist a person at risk of overdose from opioids across Newfoundland and Labrador. Free naloxone kits are publicly available to reverse the […]

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2 years ago
News

Province recognizes National ‘Pink Shirt Day’

Each year, Pink Shirt Day recognizes and reinforces the importance of reducing bullying and embracing kindness, while respecting and celebrating diversity in all corners of Newfoundland and Labrador. Schools, workplaces and communities are encouraged to take action to be safe, supportive, welcoming and inclusive of all people. Today, the Honourable Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland […]

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2 years ago
News

New study aims to improve sleep and manage mental health before upcoming time change

The upcoming time change on March 10th, and the loss of an hour of sleep, strains an already challenged focus on well-being and questions the relevance of the change, despite the benefits of added day light and Vitamin D exposure says Pearl Strategy and Innovation Design. Canadians are working harder than ever to strengthen their […]

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2 years ago
News

Cain’s Quest ready to race: events begin today

The 2024 Cain’s Quest team is geared up and ready to race! The race will take place on Sunday, March 3 when 35 snowmobile teams will begin a multi-day race through 3,500 kms of the wildest Labrador backcountry, and 15 mandatory checkpoints, launching the world’s longest – and toughest – snowmobile endurance race.  Events will […]

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2 years ago
News

NAPE launches ‘Highway Robbery’ campaign

NAPE members welcomed MHA’s and Ministers to work this morning at the Confederation Building – sending a clear message to governments “Don’t sell off our highways and public services to private interests”. Today, NAPE launched their Highway Robbery anti-privatization public relations advertising campaign today. The campaign focuses on the proposed uses of a public private partnership (P3) […]

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2 years ago
News

Federal and Provincial Governments Sign Agreement to Upgrade NLHC Homes

The federal and provincial governments have announced a new agreement to modernize and upgrade more than 850 Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation homes across the province. Federal funding of $8.7 million over three years will complement the ongoing work of the Provincial Government to undertake repairs and renovations to its inventory of public housing. Renovations […]

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2 years ago
News

New Chair at St. John’s Board of Trade

Kevin Casey has been sworn in as the new Chair of the St. John’s Board of Trade taking over from Alex Gibson. Casey co-founded the IDEA Factory in 2001, the agency received several awards and Casey was named one of the Top 50 CEO’s in Atlantic Canada. He also served as Senior Vice-President of Sales […]

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2 years ago
News, Sports

Newfoundland Rogues provide fundraising opportunity to youth teams

The Newfoundland Rogues is offering a youth team the chance to train with the Pros in the largest arena in St. John’s all for a good cause. Youth teams are encouraged to pick a date for any March game. Send the name of the team, logo and main contact to info@nfldrogues.ca. From there, teams will […]

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