Month: May 2024

2 years ago

Police arrest wanted man Manuel Soto in St. John’s

The RNC RNC has arrested a wanted man in St. John’s. On Wednesday, April 29, at approximately 8:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of property damage that had just occurred in the city’s downtown. Responding officers determined that a man had spray painted the window of a property on Water Street. The suspect was […]

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2 years ago

RNC Arrest Wanted Man in St. John’s

On April 29, at approximately 8:30 p.m., patrol officers responded to a report of property damage that had just occurred in the downtown area of St. John’s. A man had spray-painted the window of a property on Water Street. The suspect was not located in the area. As a result of an investigation into the […]

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2 years ago

Student Aid Applications Now Being Accepted for 2024-25 Academic Year

Applications are now being accepted for post-secondary students who are seeking student financial aid for the 2024-25 academic year. Both the federal and provincial governments work together to provide student financial assistance to residents. Both loans and grants are available to help students. With one application, StudentAidNL will assess students for both federal and provincial financial assistance. Further information and online applications can be […]

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2 years ago

Woman arrested after punching police officer

On Thursday afternoon the RNC were called to a disturbance at an apartment complex in the west end of St. John’s. There was damage inside of the apartment and officers witnessed a female assaulting another female. Officers went to arrest the female and she struck the officer in the face.  Officers were able to control the suspect and take her into custody. The […]

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2 years ago

Call for Nominations for Council of the Federation Literacy Award

Nominations are now open for the Council of the Federation Literacy Award. The award is presented annually by premiers from each province and territory to recognize outstanding achievement, innovative practice, and excellence in literacy. Newfoundland and Labrador nominations are being accepted for the category of Community Organization. This category is for organizations that provide or […]

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2 years ago

Gander International Airport Authority holds annual public meeting

On Thursday the Gander International Airport Authority held its annual public meeting to reflect on its 2023 performance.  GIAA CEO Reg Wright said, “Despite the challenges we faced with regional connectivity and escalating costs for supplies, services, and energy, we are slowly regaining our footing.”  Total revenue for 2023 reached $8.4 million, representing a 28 […]

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2 years ago

Good drive across the province

Roads on the Avalon, south coast, west coast, and Labrador are bare and dry with good visibility. Roads in central are wet. The MV Flanders is out of service due to the fire on board. Return of service is unknown at this time. Other ferries are on schedule. Flights are on time in St. John’s, […]

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2 years ago

Man assaults officers with block of cheese

A man was taken into custody after the RNC responded to a disturbance at a residence in St. John’s. When police arrived on the scene, they were met by a very irate male who assaulted the officers with a block of cheese. The man was charged with assault, assaulting a police officer, and breach of probation.

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2 years ago

Amanda McCallum Named New Executive Director of Mining Industry NL

Amanda McCallum has been appointed as the new Executive Director of Mining Industry NL. McCallum has been a leader in the mining and minerals sectors. She has worked with both private and public sectors. “This is a transformative time for our industry and its role in facilitating global response to environmental strategies,” said Mining Industry […]

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2 years ago

Rex Murphy dies of cancer at 77, National Post reports

Newfoundland-born journalist and commentator Rex Murphy has died at the age of 77, the National Post reported Thursday. The newspaper said Murphy died after a battle with cancer. Murphy was born in Carbonear and attended Oxford University as a Rhodes Scholar. He was best known for holding a variety of roles at CBC, including host […]

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