The City of St. John’s is reminding residents that the 24-hour parking ban remains in effect and will be enforced outside the designated downtown area and business district. Over the past few days, several vehicles have been observed parked on the streets. This makes it difficult for equipment operators to effectively and efficiently clear snow […]
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Planned parenthood has announced the return of their 2SLGBTQIA+ warm line next month. The phone line was originally launched in 2020 to help create a sense of community for those experiencing isolation. However, the line was shut down last year because of lack of funding. At that time they said it would be closed until […]
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The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is seeking public input on highway improvement projects for the upcoming construction season as well as future years. Residents can submit their suggestions or concerns, along with photos, to roadsplaninput@gov.nl.ca or by mailing the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure. Those sending suggestions are asked to provide highway information such as region, […]
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Marine Atlantic will be welcoming a new vessel to its fleet in June. The Ala’suinu, which means “Traveller” in Mi’kmaq, will transport passengers between Newfoundland and Nova Scotia. The name is a celebration of Marine Atlantic’s connection to our Mi’kmaq communities in Atlantic Canada. It will feature artwork from local Indigenous artists and bring enhanced […]
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The annual Ocean Ranger Memorial Prayer Service is set to take place tomorrow, after being postponed because of the weather. Gonzaga High School hosts the service every year on February 15 to remember those who lost their lives in the tragedy 42 years ago. The service will now take place at 1:00 in the afternoon […]
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NL Health Services reminds the public that, effective Feb. 19, citizens of communities served by the Town of Old Perlican Ambulance Service are directed to call 911 for an ambulance in a medical emergency. The local phone number at the Dr. A. A. Wilkinson Memorial Health Centre in Old Perlican will direct callers to hang […]
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The province’s medical association (NLMA) has released a letter in support of the Alberta Medical Association’s calls to keep political interference out of medical decision-making. Earlier this month, the government of Alberta announced plans to restrict access to gender-affirming treatments for pediatric Transgender, Two-Spirit and Gender Diverse youth. While Alberta maintains that the intention of […]
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The RNC is searching for wanted persons, 64-year-old Victor Vengeruk and 58-year-old Karen Youden. The two are wanted in connection with charges of criminal harassment. Anyone with information pertaining to the whereabouts of Vengeruk and Youden are asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.
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St. Anthony RCMP is warning the public of a dangerous narcotic that was seized by police in late December 2023 following an overdose death in the community. As part of the sudden death investigation, police seized a small quantity of tablets and sent them to Health Canada’s Drug Analysis Service. The results recently received confirmed […]
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The Newfoundland Rogues have announced the cancellation of all series three games that were set for today and Sunday. The cancellation is due to travel issues with the visiting team. All tickets for the upcoming games will be honoured for alternative games during the season. At this time the team is working to adjust the […]
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