Residents rebuild lives one year after Fiona devastates southwest coast
It was one year ago that residents along the southwest coast were able to get their first look at the damage caused to their communities by Hurricane Fiona, a powerful storm that ravaged the region 24 hours prior. While much of the damage to that area has long-since been repaired, for those hardest hit by […]
Read moreA quiet week ahead as a large high-pressure centre settles across the region
Tonight’s weather across Newfoundland will be mostly clear with lows ranging from 2 to 6 degrees Celsius. Some areas might experience slightly cooler temperatures with a chance of patchy frost. A Frost Advisory is in effect for much of the Island for tonight. Tomorrow, expect sunny skies and mild temperatures in the middle teens, perfect […]
Read moreCMO holding media availability on Tuesday
Dr. Janice Fitzgerald, Chief Medical Officer of Health, will hold a media availability tomorrow to discuss the fall influenza and COVID-19 vaccination plan. The availability will take place in the Media Centre, East Block, Confederation Building, at 11:30 a.m. The availability will also be live-streamed on the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Facebook account. NTV’s Marykate O’Neill […]
Read morePolice seeking video in vehicle-bicycle collision
The RNC is investigating a vehicle-bicycle collision which occurred on Friday evening. On Friday, at 7:20 p.m., police responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving a vehicle and a bicycle in the area of Empire Avenue at Suvla Street in St. John’s. Upon arrival, officers observed the vehicle involved in the collision […]
Read morePolice charge ATV operator with dangerous driving
Following the report of a dangerous driver, Hopedale RCMP has laid multiple charges against 40-year-old John Bennett who was found to be dangerously operating a side-by-side in the community on Aug. 29. Shortly before 5:00 p.m. that day, police received a call from a resident who had almost been struck by an ATV that was […]
Read morePolice investigating theft of utility trailer
Bay Roberts RCMP is investigating the theft of a utility trailer which was stolen while parked in a wooded area near Cat Hills Road in Bay Roberts. On Sept. 22, police received the report of the theft which is believed to have happened recently. The investigation is continuing. Anyone with knowledge of this crime or […]
Read moreTory candidates debate issues in exclusive TV special prior to leadership convention
In less than two weeks, the provincial Tories will elect a new leader. The three PC leadership candidates were at NTV studios on Sunday to debate the issues – everything from health care, climate change, housing, and the rights of LGBTQ students. Eugene Manning, Lloyd Parrott and Tony Wakeham took part in the only televised debate. […]
Read moreDelays expected due to repairs on Exploits River Bridge
Starting today, there will be repairs taking place on the Exploits River Bridge, located on the Granite Lake forest access road. Constructions will be ongoing until Friday, September 29. The bridge is located 6.5 kilometres from Millertown, south of the Beothuk Lake Dam. Traffic delays of up to several hours at a time can be […]
Read moreCruise ship in St. John’s today
Cruise ship season continues in St. John’s with the Jewel of the Seas visiting the city today. The Jewel of the Seas has 2,501 passengers. It is scheduled to depart at 4:00 p.m. Parking is limited on Harbour Drive during cruise ship visits to accommodate tour operators and other passenger transportation. On Wednesday the Aurora […]
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