2 weeks ago
Trinity-Conception RCMP investigating damage at local school, seeking public’s assistance
Trinity-Conception RCMP is investigating an incident of mischief that caused damages at a Spaniard’s Bay school and is asking anyone with information or surveillance footage to contact police. On July 12, police were contacted by a resident from the area reporting damages at outdoor classroom area of Holy Redeemer Elementary School on Back Cove Road […]
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2 weeks ago
Happy Valley-Goose Bay RCMP arrests man for aggravated assault
A 20-year-old man was arrested on Saturday after police in Happy Valley-Goose Bay responded to a report of an assault causing serious injuries. Cole Brown has been charged with aggravated assault and possession of a prohibited weapon. Shortly after 1:00 a.m. on July 17, police received a report of a man that arrived at hospital […]
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2 weeks ago
Burin Peninsula RCMP seeking public’s assistance, cautioning caretakers after suspicious person reported
Burin Peninsula RCMP is investigating after receiving reports of suspicious men in the Epworth area. The suspects were driving a black sports utility vehicle (SUV), and in one instance, a youth reported that one of the men tried to speak to them. Police are asking anyone with information, or anyone who believes they encountered these […]
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2 weeks ago
Two years since the return of ‘The Lucky 7’: A day marked in history
Two years ago today, the New-Wes-Valley wharf was packed with hundreds of people, ready to welcome home seven very lucky fishermen. Eugene Carter, David Tiller, Toby Peddle, Jordan Lee King, Robbie Firmage, Andy Hunt, and Harold Howell, defied the odds of the harsh Atlantic Ocean after surviving more than 48 hours floating in a life […]
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2 weeks ago
RNC investigating suspicious fires
The RNC is seeking help from the public following five suspicious fires in St. John’s over the weekend. At approximately 11:05 a.m. Saturday, officers responded to a fire on the pole line off Linegar Avenue in Shea Heights. A second fire was reported around 1:35 p.m., in the Linegar Avenue vicinity, and a third on […]
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2 weeks ago
Lewisporte RCMP seizes vehicle from driver caught traveling 90+ km/h over the limit
A 45-year-old man had his vehicle seized and licenced suspended after he was caught by Lewisporte RCMP travelling more than 90+ km/h over the posted speed limit on Saturday. Shortly before 4:30 p.m. on July 18, an officer patrolling Road to The Isles (Route 340) in Lewisporte observed a vehicle traveling at speeds up to […]
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2 weeks ago
Abby Newhook signs two-year deal with Boston Fleet
Newfoundland and Labrador hockey star Abby Newhook is staying in Boston. The Professional Women’s Hockey League’s Boston Fleet has signed the 23-year-old St. John’s native to a new two-year contract through the 2027-28 season, rewarding an outstanding rookie campaign. Newhook was one of the Fleet’s three protected players during the league’s expansion process after earning […]
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2 weeks ago
Premier Wakeham to meet with Canadian premiers in P.E.I. this week; expected meeting with Quebec on Hydro development
Premier Tony Wakeham is heading to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island this week for the annual council of the federation meeting, where Canada’s premiers will gather before meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney. Premier Wakeham says he’ll push Newfoundland and Labrador’s priorities, including strengthening the economy, improving affordability, public safety and health care. He’ll also promote […]
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