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10 months ago
Justice, News

Bay Roberts RCMP seeking owner of found electric scooter

RCMP in Bay Roberts is turning to the public in hopes of tracking down the rightful owner of an electric scooter found in the Water Street area Thursday morning. On Nov. 13, an individual attended the front counter of the Bay Roberts RCMP detachment to hand over high-value property items found laying along the shoulder […]

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10 months ago
Arts & Entertainment, Business, News

New report outlines recommendations to improve the local film industry

A new report by Econext, in partnership with Picture NL, makes recommendations to improve sustainability in to the local film industry to make the province more attractive to large-scale partners. The study, which was informed by a series of workshops, set visits and consultations, recommends phasing out single-use items in catering and craft services, identifying […]

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10 months ago
News

St. John’s volunteer named Baseball Canada’s best for 2025

Michelle Healy from St. John’s was named the 2025 Baseball Canada Volunteer of the Year. The award was created in 2001 to recognize the contribution of the most dedicated, enthusiastic person who has devoted at least 10 years of volunteering within their provincial association. In 2025, Healey took on her most demanding summer yet — […]

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10 months ago
News

Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Announces its 2025 Scholarship Winners

Joedy Wall, Minister of Housing and Minister of Social Supports and Well-Being, announced the recipients of Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation’s 2025 Scholarships for tenants pursuing post-secondary studies. Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) believes in empowering our tenants as they pursue academic success and prepare for their future careers. Post-secondary education helps expand the […]

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10 months ago
Arts & Entertainment, News

Adam Baldwin announces solo show in St. John’s on Feb. 21 at The Majestic Theatre

After crossing the country on Blue Rodeo’s 40th Anniversary Tour, singer-songwriter Adam Baldwin returns to St. John’s for a solo performance at The Majestic Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 21 at 8 p.m.  Tickets are available at sonicconcerts.com. Baldwin recently released a double single, recorded live at the Light House Arts Centre in Halifax last December. “Burning Man” and “Say Hello” are available to stream now wherever […]

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10 months ago
News

Own a piece of the East Coast Trail through signage silent auction

The East Coast Trail Association is auctioning off its retired trailhead signs through a silent auction, with all proceeds going towards maintaining the trail systems. After 30 years, the association has replaced the trailhead signs, and now they are up for grabs. Through the online auction you can browse through 100 historical pieces of Trail history, then […]

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10 months ago
Uncategorized

Food First NL applauds Budget 2025 win, urges more action on food security

Food First NL says this year’s federal budget delivers only one of its 16 recommendations on food security. Back in August, the group joined national advocates calling for higher incomes, targets to reduce food insecurity, Indigenous-led food programs, and a permanent school food program. Budget 2025 only fulfills that last request, making the National School […]

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10 months ago
News

Mary’s Harbour RCMP stops driver traveling more than 50 km/hr over speed limit

A 35-year-old woman was ticketed by Mary’s Harbour RCMP for excessive speeding recently after an officer observed the vehicle traveling more than 50 km/hr over the posted speed limit. Around 11:00 a.m. on Nov. 6, police observed a vehicle traveling at speeds up to 133km/hr in a posted 80km/hr zone along route 510, north of […]

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10 months ago
Health, News

Canadian Blood Services calls for more donors as demand for blood rises nationwide

The need for blood and plasma is growing in this province and across the country. Canadian Blood Services says demand is rising faster than expected, as more patients require transfusions for surgeries, cancer treatments, and emergency care. To help keep up, the organization has updated its donation eligibility criteria in recent months meaning some people […]

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10 months ago
News

Multiple collisions keep emergency crews busy amid high winds and heavy rain

Emergency crews in the metro region were kept busy on Friday evening, as they responded to multiple collisions. Shortly before 5:00 p.m. crews were called to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of King’s Bridge Road and Empire Avenue. Both SUV’s involved sustained considerable damage. At least one person was assessed at the scene by […]

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