Bell Island RCMP is investigating two recent suspected arsons at abandoned properties on Bell Island and is seeking assistance from the public. Shortly after 12:30 a.m. on August 11, 2023, police on patrol discovered that an abandoned residence on Lance Cove Road was on fire. At approximately 2:15 a.m. on August 13, 2023, while on […]
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The strike continues for two departments at Cabot Ford Lincoln in St. John’s after more than two weeks on the picket line. Automotive technicians and parts department workers at the Kenmount Road dealership began their strike on Aug. 9. Since that time, Teamsters Local 855 President Roger Spracklin says there’s been no communication from the […]
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Prolific offender, 36-year-old Tony Farrell of Marystown, who was at large since the middle of July, 2023, was arrested on Aug. 23. In addition to the numerous charges he was wanted for, further charges are anticipated. On Wednesday, acting upon information received, police surrounded a home on Ville Marie Drive in Marystown and set up a […]
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NL Health Services advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from: Monday, August 28, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, September 4, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. In case of emergency: Patients with a […]
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The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has confirmed that the human remains located on August 13, 2023, near Marches Point are those of missing person Tyler Hennessey. Hennessey was reported missing on September 30, 2022. On October 1, 2022, his abandoned vehicle was located near Marches Point. At that time, extensive searches were conducted […]
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Members of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary responded to a potential weapons offence on Monchy Street in St. John’s this morning. At around 9:30 a.m. this morning police shared that they had contained a residence in the area, closing access to traffic on Monchy Street. Around 10:00 a.m. police announced they had resolved the matter peacefully, […]
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Beginning today there will a change to traffic flow at the front entrance of the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s. The change is related to the ongoing Emergency Department redevelopment project. The right lane in front of the main entrance will become a dedicated drop off lane with designated accessible drop off locations. The […]
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The Canadian Mental Health Association is preparing for the 11th Annual Tickle Swim. Weather permitting, more than 20 swimmers, each paired with a support kayaker, will take to the open water Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. for the 11th Annual Tickle Swim. Participants will swim from Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s to Bell Island. This year’s Tickle […]
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The provincial government has installed new highway signs across the province reminding motorists of the dangers of distracted driving. There are changes to penalties under the Highway Traffic Act. The maximum fine for driving without due care and attention is $1,300, the maximum penalties for driving without due care and attention causing bodily harm or […]
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The Insignia cruise ship will pay a visit to St. John’s today. The ship, operated by Oceania Cruises Inc, arrives at 11:00 a.m. and will leave port at 8:00 p.m. The ship carries 702 passengers. The Insignia is one of three cruise ships that will visit the city this weekend. The Celebrity Summit will arrive […]
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