A 32-year-old man and a 39-year-old man were arrested by the RCMP in Gander on Saturday for mischief, after police responded to a report of a disturbance on a coach bus. The duo was subsequently found in possession of cocaine, cannabis and other paraphernalia associated with trafficking in illicit drugs. Just before 5:00 p.m. on […]
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The RNC is looking to speak with a witness who may have information about a stolen ATV in Conception Bay South. During the night of Friday, Sept. 26, a 2015 Honda 420 FourTrax ATV was stolen from a property in CBS. It is described as having faded red plastic, a broken rear taillight, and a […]
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Bay Roberts RCMP arrested 28-year-old Jesse Lewis on Oct. 31 following a report of an automotive theft and related assault with a weapon. At approximately 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 31, police responded to a report of assault with a weapon in the Makinsons area. Officers learned that the suspect had previously taken the victim’s vehicle […]
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Air Canada and Marine Atlantic are warning flights and ferry crossings may be affected by an impending storm Tuesday and Wednesday. Environment Canada has issued wind warnings and coastal flooding statements. Wind Warning: Strong winds that may cause damage are expected. Locations: Avalon and Burin Peninsulas. Maximum wind gusts Tuesday: southeasterly 80 to 110 km/h. […]
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Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP is investigating a break and enter to a power substation in Lethbridge, and subsequent theft of copper from live power infrastructure. The theft resulted in a power outage, impacting hundreds of customers, and both the RCMP and Newfoundland Power are warning of the dangers of such thefts. At approximately 3:00 a.m., […]
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St. John’s emergency physician Dr. Elise Thorburn is currently in Gaza providing medical care with Glia, a medical solidarity organization offering lifesaving support amid the near-total collapse of Gaza’shealthcare system. “To witness the destruction firsthand is horrifying,” said Dr. Thorburn. “But the steadfastness of the Palestinian people and the staff here are astounding and inspiring. […]
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The RNC and members of the public rescued two people in Labrador after their boat capsized over the weekend. Around 8:15 p.m. yesterday (Nov. 2), emergency responders received a report that a boat with two people on board had capsized on Julienne Lake near Javelin Road. Thankfully, the pair, a male and female, were able […]
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The Newfoundland Regiment were in full control on Saturday night when they took on the Shawinigan Cataractes and won by a score of 7 to 2. On Sunday, the Shawinigan Cataractes took the second game 6 to 5 in overtime. The Regiment will be back on home ice next weekend as they take on the […]
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The RNC advises that the eastbound lane of Peacekeepers Way is slow-moving and backing up due to a motor vehicle collision just before the Cloverleaf. Choose an alternate route if possible and expect delays.
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Starting today, there will be a temporary lane reduction for the westbound lane of Brookfield Road leading to the Pearltown Road intersection. This is expected to continue until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 7. Temporary traffic signals will be in place to facilitate the lane reduction, maintaining single lane access through the work zone. This […]
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