Month: January 2024

2 years ago

Second woman dies following collision near Arnold’s Cove

A second young woman has died as a result of a two-vehicle collision that happened Sunday afternoon, Jan. 21, on the Trans-Canada Highway, near Arnold’s Cove. The 22-year-old female driver of a white Hyundai Elantra, has succumbed to her injuries, police reported this afternoon. The crash claimed the life of a 22-year-old woman, a passenger […]

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2 years ago

Channel-Port aux Basques man facing multiple drug charges

Forty-year-old Richard Ingram of Channel-Port aux Basques will appear in court today in relation to multiple drug charges. He was charged after police executed a search warrant authorized under the Controlled Drug and Substances Act at a residence on Friday, as part of an ongoing drug investigation.  Police located and seized approximately 41 grams of suspected […]

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2 years ago

Snow becomes heavier across eastern regions this afternoon before ending this evening

The snow has arrived in eastern Newfoundland and will become heavier as the afternoon progresses. Wind speeds will be slow to increase but will increase later in the afternoon and evening. Gusts will be as high as 60 or 70 km/h from the northeast. This freshening wind, combined with the falling snow, will create areas […]

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2 years ago

Emergency shelter and support services available for individuals experiencing homelessness during winter storm

With anticipated inclement weather today, the Provincial Government is advising individuals experiencing homelessness to contact Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation’s emergency shelter line at 1-833-724-2444 for assistance with temporary accommodations. Safe Haven Shelter at 10 St. Clare Avenue in St. John’s serves as a warming centre during adverse weather events. The emergency shelter line will […]

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2 years ago

Red and yellow delivery service alerts issued for parts of the province by Canada Post

Canada Post has issued today red and yellow delivery service alerts for parts of Newfoundland & Labrador due to inclement weather, snow and freezing rain. A red service alert means that we are suspending delivery for the day and not sending our delivery agents out or recalling them. A yellow service alert means we are […]

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2 years ago

Snowmobiling open in Gros Morne National Park

As of today, you can snowmobile through one of our province’s most beautiful parks. Snowmobilers and winter users can now take on the tracks at Gros Morne National Park. Parks Canada says dates are subject to change at their discretion due to factors such as unfavourable or dangerous weather conditions. Parks Canada would like to […]

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2 years ago

Canada Post asking for help to ensure safe delivery

With the inclement weather today into tomorrow morning, Canada Post is asking for your help. The mailing company is reminding residents that their delivery agents are doing their best through difficult weather conditions and help can go a long way. Homeowners and business owners are asked to keep a clear and safe path to their […]

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2 years ago

Increase to the Minimum Wage coming on April 1

As of April 1, there will be another increase to the minimum wage rate. Minister Responsible for Labour Bernard Davis announced today that the minimum wage will increase by $0.60 bringing the minimum wage to $15.60 per hour. The minimum overtime wage rate will increase to $23.40. The most recent increase to the minimum wage […]

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2 years ago

Impaired driver arrested in western Labrador

On Sunday the RNC conducted a traffic stop on Circular Road in Labrador City. Officers determined that the 33-year-old male driver had a suspended driver’s license and owed almost $3000 in fines. The man was also impaired which resulted in a further suspension of his driving license. The vehicle was impounded as a result of […]

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2 years ago

Growlers gains win and suffers loss in weekend games

The Newfoundland Growlers took one game and lost another over the weekend in Maine. The Growlers beat the Maine Mariners on Saturday night at Cross Insurance Arena by a score of 5 to 1. Zach O’Brien had two multi-goals games in the last three contests and Vyacheslav Peksa made 22 saves in the win. On […]

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