1 month ago
Wildfires continue to threaten Labrador City as crews battle out-of-control blazes
Several wildfires in Labrador continue to burn out of control. The Town of Labrador City remains under a state of emergency as crews continue to battle active fires just outside the community. With rain in the forecast, officials and residents in nearby towns are hopeful the precipitation will help suppression efforts. NTV’s Becky Daley has […]
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Memorial Day service marks 110th anniversary of Battle of Beaumont-Hamel
While many are celebrating Canada Day, July 1 is also a solemn day in Newfoundland and Labrador. Today is Memorial Day, and a large crowd gathered at the National War Memorial in St. John’s this morning to remember the fallen. NTV’s Ben Cleary was there.
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1 month ago
Hundreds welcome Canada Day at annual sunrise ceremony on Signal Hill
Canada Day in Newfoundland and Labrador began with a patriotic tradition as hundreds gathered before dawn for the annual sunrise ceremony at Signal Hill in St. John’s. NTV’s Beth Penney was there and has more in this report.
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1 month ago
Fire ban declared in Labrador
A fire ban has been declared for Labrador in accordance with Section 99 of the Forestry Act due to extensive wildfire activity, as well as elevated Fire Weather Index ratings in the region. The ban is effective immediately and will be in effect until July 13. Permits to burn grass, brush or other materials are […]
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St. John’s postpones Canada Day fireworks due to high Fire Weather Index; personal fireworks also banned today
The City of St. John’s says the Canada Day fireworks scheduled for tonight at Quidi Vidi Lake has been postponed due to the provincial Fire Weather Index placing the St. John’s area in the yellow (high) category, which prohibits the use of fireworks. The use of personal/backyard fireworks and sky lanterns are also strictly prohibited. The evening […]
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NunatuKavut president slams federal fishery enforcement on Canada Day
NunatuKavut Community Council President Todd Russell is criticizing the federal government on Canada Day, accusing the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard of failing Labrador Inuit communities. Russell says the Coast Guard recently refused to assist a stranded fishing boat near Charlottetown, Labrador, despite its mandate to ensure marine safety. He […]
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1 month ago
Harbour Breton RCMP investigates damage to parked vehicle, seeks public’s assistance
Harbour Breton RCMP is investigating damage to a vehicle that was parked in a private driveway of a residence along Jersey Avenue. The damage occurred sometime between 6:00 p.m. on June 28 and 10:00 a.m. on June 29. The suspect or suspects smashed the rear passenger-side window of a passenger vehicle. Nothing was stolen from […]
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