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Recent News

2 years ago
News

Provincial government funds expansion of the Clinical Harm Reduction Outreach Team

The province has committed over $400,000 to expand the Clinical Harm Reduction Outreach Team. This expansion will increase access to primary health care services for people who may be vulnerable and marginalized. The Harm Reduction Outreach Team, which was implemented in NL Health Services’ Eastern Urban Zone in 2020, provides services including: The funding announced […]

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2 years ago
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RNC Investigating Multiple Thefts From a Retail Store in St. John’s

The RNC is requesting the assistance of the public in identifying suspects involved in thefts from a retail store in St. John’s. Since September 2023, there have been 23 reports of theft from a single active-wear store at the Avalon Mall. The RNC’s Criminal Investigation Division has laid charges of robbery, theft, disguise with intent, […]

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2 years ago
Justice, News

Teacher, coach expected to plead not guilty to sex offences

Markus Hicks — the teacher and volleyball coach suspected of sexual offences against teenaged boys and young men — will likely be going to trial. Facing close to 100 criminal charges, the 33-year-old is expected to plead not guilty to most, if not all, of them. It’s what his lawyer, Ellen O’Gorman, told Judge Mike […]

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2 years ago
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Cougar flights resume following fatal Norwegian helicopter crash

According to the flight schedule on the Cougar Helicopter’s website, all flights have resumed following a 1-day pause after a fatal Norwegian crash. A statement on Equinor’s website says, in consultation with the Civil Aviation Authority, has decided to resume flights with the Sikorsky S-92 helicopters to the installations on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS). […]

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2 years ago
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Search and Rescue Training around Deer Lake

The Royal Canadian Air Force will be conducting training in and around Deer Lake from Saturday to March 8th. Those in the area can expect to see a significant amount of CH-149 Cormorant helicopters and higher than normal Military activity in these areas during this period, concentrated in the areas around the airport at the […]

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2 years ago
NTV Weather Update, Weather

Saturday AM Update: Snow Squall Warnings remain in effect for eastern and western Newfoundland

Conditions are extremely favorable for the development of snow squalls today and watches and warnings are in effect

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2 years ago
News

Virtual ERs over the next week at two health sites

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services advises the public of temporary changes to emergency services at the Connaigre Peninsula Health Centre and the Dr. Y.K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre. There will be a virtual ER at the Connaigre Peninsula Health Centre in Harbour Breton today from 8:00 a.m. until Saturday at 8:00 a.m. and on Tuesday […]

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2 years ago
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Gros Morne National Park closed to snowmobiling

Parks Canada has closed all areas of Gros Morne National Park to snowmobiling until March 15. The closure is due to inadequate snow cover. Snowmobiling season dates are subject to change due to factors such as, but not limited to unfavourable snow conditions, dangerous conditions, and impact on ecosystems.

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2 years ago
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Change to Ambulance Services for Winterton

Residents of Winterton are reminded that as of March 4, those requiring an ambulance must dial 911. The local Winterton Ambulance Service phone number will no longer provide access to emergency ambulance services. Over the next year, NL Health Services will continue to work with communities to promote the use of 911 for emergencies and […]

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2 years ago
News

Marble Mountain remains closed

Marble Mountain remains closed today and will aim to reopen on Saturday. Warm temperatures, heavy rain, and high winds have forced the closure of the mountain and there has been substantial snow loss on the mountain, with many runs at the top rendered unrideable. There are still some events happening at Bishops Tavern.

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