Spring is a time eagerly awaited by many as it brings warmer weather (eventually), blooming flowers, and longer days. However, have you ever wondered why the date of spring seems to shift between the 20th and 21st of March? Let’s delve into the astronomical and calendar intricacies that govern the timing of this seasonal transition. […]
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The St. John’s City Council has voted to approve the capital budget for 2024. The budget, totalling $26,320,629, covers a wide range of services including transportation improvements, street/sidewalk repair/rehabilitation, water system projects, housing projects, capital grants to community groups, snow clearing equipment, recreational facilities and playground infrastructure. Some of the highlights include over $5.1 million […]
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The closure of the pool, steam room and sauna at H.G.R. Mews Centre has been extended once again. City crews continue to await parts to complete the required repairs to equipment. The next update will be provided on March 22. Those registered in swimming lessons will be contacted directly.
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The RNC is advising the public about anticipated traffic congestion, in and around the Confederation Building area, throughout the day. Allandale Road and Prince Philip Parkway are expecting to see an increase in vehicular traffic associated with the announcement of the Provincial Budget. Motorists may see traffic delays due to traffic congestion and may wish […]
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The provincial budget will be tabled today. Budget 2024 will be delivered in the House of Assembly and the government says it will continue to build a stronger, smarter, self-sufficient and sustainable province, through prudent fiscal management. Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance Siobhan Coady will deliver the Budget 2024 speech at 2:00 p.m. NTV […]
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Hundreds of fish harvesters are protesting at Confederation Building, forcing the government to postpone the provincial budget. Harvesters are demanding “free enterprise” in the fishery. The government is seeking out-of-province buyers for snow crab, but harvesters want that for all species as well as an end to processing caps. Government workers have been prevented from […]
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Across the west coast and central Newfoundland, roads are snow-covered with icy and slushy sections. There is drifting snow and poor visibility from Roddickton to Plum Point. Roads on the Avalon Peninsula and Burin Peninsula are bare. Across Labrador, roads are mostly snow-covered with icy patches and good visibility. Marine Atlantic is warning of potential […]
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Heavy rain is expected in some areas from Thursday into Friday. Rainfall Warning in effect for the southern Avalon Peninsula
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The rate of inflation is at 2.8 per cent, down from 2.9 percent in January. The leading cause was for cellular services, food purchased from stores, and internet access services. Across the country, Canadians are paying less for cellular services and internet services. Inflation rates are stabilizing for grocery prices while the prices for gasoline […]
Read moreThe Veterans Memorial Highway was closed for several hours overnight due to a motor vehicle collision. The Bay Roberts Fire Department and RCMP responded to the scene. There is no word on any injuries. The collision occurred three kilometres north of the exit to North River. Motorists were asked to avoid the area. The highway […]
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