The Canadian Federation of Independent Business, Newfoundland & Labrador chapter says the provincial government has agreed to make good on an election promise to reduce the small business tax rate. The association has been meeting with government representatives on issues they say matter to local small business owners. One of those sticking points was taxation […]
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Paul Dinn, the Member-elect for the District of Topsail – Paradise will be sworn in at a ceremony tomorrow (November 25) at 9:00 a.m. in the House of Assembly Chamber. The news comes after a recount reaffirmed the Progressive Conservatives’ majority win in October’s provincial election. Education Minister Paul Dinn won the recount in Topsail-Paradise […]
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A 24-year-old man who reportedly used a weapon to hold up a business in St. John’s was back before a judge in provincial court today. Ajmain Inqiyad Islam Radin was taken into custody Friday following an armed robbery at the business, located on Queen’s Road. He was said to have wielded the weapon, demanded cash […]
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The province presented Lizeta Gould, Town Manager of the Town of Port au Choix, as the first recipient of the Derrick Bragg Leadership Award on Saturday in Corner Brook. The department, in partnership with the Professional Municipal Administrators of Newfoundland and Labrador, established this memorial award to recognize a town clerk, town manager, town clerk/manager […]
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The St. John’s Board of Trade will host Premier Tony Wakeham for his first State of the Province Address tomorrow. Premier Wakeham is expected to outline his vision for Newfoundland and Labrador, highlight key priorities for the coming years, and discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the province’s future, including issues affecting the business community. […]
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Burin Peninsula RCMP is investigating a pedestrian involved crash in Burin that resulted in the death of a 64-year-old woman early Saturday evening. Just after 6:00 p.m. on Nov. 22, police responded to a report of a collision along the Main Street in Burin. A pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle and was rushed […]
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Brad Gushue’s St. John’s-based rink remains unbeaten at the Canadian Curling Trials. The veteran skip scored two in the eighth end to take the 4-2 lead over Calgary’s Kevin Koe, and ended up with a 5-3 win to improve to 2-0 at the trials. The winner, of course, represents Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics […]
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The once Basilica Heritage Foundation has announced a new name and visual identity as it enters an exciting new era of preservation, community connection, and cultural revitalization. The organization will now be known as the Cathedral Basilica Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador, reflecting both its proud legacy and its renewed vision for the future. The name […]
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Baseball trailblazer Jaida Lee has reached another historic milestone – she’s going pro. The St. John’s native was drafted 14th overall Thursday night by the New York franchise in the newly formed Women’s Professional Baseball League. Lee, now attending the University of British Columbia, is widely recognized as one of Newfoundland and Labrador’s top athletes. […]
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Thrive is launching its annual Holiday Giving Season and inviting the community to help “bring the light” this Christmas. The organization is collecting stocking stuffers such as warm clothing, toiletries, treats and gift cards, as well as new gift items for all ages for its Holiday Shop. Cash donations are also welcome and can be […]
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