Month: February 2024

2 years ago

RNC Continues Collision Investigation

The 82-year-old man involved in a collision in Torbay last week has died in hospital. The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) expresses sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. RNC collision analysts continue to investigate the serious motor vehicle collision that happened on Feb. 22 around 12:15 p.m. on Torbay Road near Cox […]

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2 years ago

Missing man found deceased in Bay Roberts

Today, the RCMP NL Underwater Recovery Team located the body of 63-year-old Michael O’Driscoll in the waters off the area known as Mad Rock in Bay Roberts. Search efforts had been underway since February 25, when he was reported missing. RCMP NL thanks all who supported the search efforts, including the Avalon North Wolverines Search […]

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2 years ago

Man arrested following home invasion in Carbonear

Following a home invasion that occurred in Carbonear last night, 41-year-old Wade Darren Smith was arrested by Harbour Grace RCMP.  He is charged with multiple criminal offences. Just after 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, police received notification from a home security company of a break and enter in progress and homeowner in distress. Smith allegedly entered […]

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2 years ago

Mining industry expresses confidence at Future of Labrador West Summit

There was a bullish outlook for a challenged industry at Day 2 of the Future of Labrador West Summit. Three of the biggest players in mining expressed confidence, including the beleaguered Tacora Mines, which is currently in creditor protection. NTV’s Jodi Cooke reports.

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2 years ago

Wind and Wreckhouse Wind Warnings in effect for West Coast

A period of strong winds will affect the Wreckhouse area from tonight into Thursday evening and portions of the West Coast during the day Thursday. The Environment and Climate Change Canada Weather Office in Gander has issued multiple wind warnings for the area.

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2 years ago

Provincial Government increasing Naloxone Kits availability

The Department of Health and Community Services is reminding the public of the availability of naloxone kits for individuals who use opioids and family members, friends and other persons in a position to assist a person at risk of overdose from opioids across Newfoundland and Labrador. Free naloxone kits are publicly available to reverse the […]

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2 years ago

Province recognizes National ‘Pink Shirt Day’

Each year, Pink Shirt Day recognizes and reinforces the importance of reducing bullying and embracing kindness, while respecting and celebrating diversity in all corners of Newfoundland and Labrador. Schools, workplaces and communities are encouraged to take action to be safe, supportive, welcoming and inclusive of all people. Today, the Honourable Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland […]

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2 years ago

New study aims to improve sleep and manage mental health before upcoming time change

The upcoming time change on March 10th, and the loss of an hour of sleep, strains an already challenged focus on well-being and questions the relevance of the change, despite the benefits of added day light and Vitamin D exposure says Pearl Strategy and Innovation Design. Canadians are working harder than ever to strengthen their […]

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2 years ago

Cain’s Quest ready to race: events begin today

The 2024 Cain’s Quest team is geared up and ready to race! The race will take place on Sunday, March 3 when 35 snowmobile teams will begin a multi-day race through 3,500 kms of the wildest Labrador backcountry, and 15 mandatory checkpoints, launching the world’s longest – and toughest – snowmobile endurance race.  Events will […]

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2 years ago

NAPE launches ‘Highway Robbery’ campaign

NAPE members welcomed MHA’s and Ministers to work this morning at the Confederation Building – sending a clear message to governments “Don’t sell off our highways and public services to private interests”. Today, NAPE launched their Highway Robbery anti-privatization public relations advertising campaign today. The campaign focuses on the proposed uses of a public private partnership (P3) […]

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