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4 months ago
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Evacuation order lifted for Walsh River cabins, but area remains on alert as wildfires continue

Labrador City has lifted the evacuation order for the Walsh River Cabin Area, but the area will remain under evacuation alert until further notice. Residents and cabin owners may now return to their properties. The Evacuation Alert also remains in effect for: Forestry officials have advised that wildfire suppression efforts continue and that the fire […]

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4 months ago
Justice, News

RNC charge youths with robbery, theft of vehicle

The RNC have charged two youth following a robbery in the west end of St. John’s. At approximately 1 p.m. Tuesday, police received a report of a robbery that had occurred in a parking lot on Topsail Road. A man approached a woman and took off with her purse and vehicle. The 82-year-old victim received […]

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4 months ago
Justice, News

Police seek public assistance in identifying theft suspect

Grand Falls-Windsor RCMP is seeking the public’s help to identify the suspect in a theft that occurred at a retail store Tuesday afternoon. On July 8, police received a report from staff at Walmart on Cromer Avenue. A suspect was observed on video surveillance the day prior, Tuesday July 7 at around 2:15 p.m., taking […]

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4 months ago
Arts & Entertainment, News

Bonnie Tyler, best known for one of rock’s all-time best ballads, passes away at age 75

The music world is mourning the loss of legendary singer Bonnie Tyler, who has died at the age of 75. The Welsh-born performer was best known for her 1983 chart-topping hit, Total Eclipse of the Heart, one of the defining power ballads of its era. Her family says she died unexpectedly in a hospital in Portugal, […]

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4 months ago
Justice, News

RNC in Corner Brook issue driving suspensions, tickets

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary has issued roadside suspensions and tickets in Corner Brook. On Wednesday, police conducted a number of vehicle stops that resulted in licence suspensions, vehicle seizures and tickets within a three-hour period. Around 8:30 p.m., officers stopped a 15-year-old operating a dirtbike on Broadway Crescent. The youth and parents were issued tickets […]

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4 months ago
Justice, News

RNC arrest driver for flight from police

The RNC has arrested a dangerous driver in Corner Brook. Shortly after noon on Tuesday, an officer observed a vehicle failing to stop at a stop sign in the area of Clarence Street in Corner Brook. The officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop but the operator fled, driving recklessly. A short while later the […]

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4 months ago
Business, Justice, News

Nominations open for Board of Trade Business Awards 2026

Nominations are open for the 2026 Business Awards, proudly presented by RBC. With nine unique award categories plus the coveted Business of the Year category, the event celebrates the people and organizations driving our business community forward. It’s more than just an awards show, it’s a celebration of community. Whether you’re nominating yourself or someone […]

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4 months ago
Justice, News

RNC arrest man for trafficking

The RNC seized suspected cocaine and cash from a man in St. John’s. As part of a drug trafficking investigation by the Weapons and Drug Enforcement Unit (WDEU), search warrants were executed at two St. John’s properties last night (July 8). Officers located and seized: A 59-year-old man was arrested on drug-related offences and released […]

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4 months ago
Justice, News

Holyrood RCMP investigating act of mischief, seeking public’s assistance

Holyrood RCMP is investigating an incident of mischief at a local residence on Wednesday, and anyone with information about the suspect or suspects is being asked to contact police. Sometime between 12:30 a.m. and 1:00 a.m. on July 8, an individual or individuals broke several window panes at a home on Briens Road in Holyrood. […]

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4 months ago
Business, News

Federation of Labour says it’s time to raise benefits for injured workers, not just rebates for employers

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is calling on the province to increase the income replacement benefits for injured workers, following the release of WorkplaceNL’s 2025 Annual Report showing the Injury Fund is now funded at 139.5 per cent. “WorkplaceNL is not just meeting its funding target, it is now well past it,” said NLFL President […]

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