Month: May 2025

1 year ago

Arrest warrant issued for Simon Andrew in relation to violent offences in Sheshatshiu

Sheshatshiu RCMP is looking to arrest wanted man 40-year-old Simon Andrew in relation to a violent incident that occurred at a residence in Sheshatshiu on Tuesday. Andrew, who has actively been evading police, is charged and wanted in relation to the following criminal offences: Police believe that Andrew is frequenting between Sheshatshiu and Happy Valley-Goose […]

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1 year ago

Police caution of dangers associated with TikTok Challenge

The RNC is warning the public following an online challenge that uses toy guns. The ‘Senior Assassin’ challenge is an organized, live-action event that usually involves graduating students seeking out one another with water or Nerf-style guns. The goal is to eliminate fellow students to become the last player standing. The game is not limited […]

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1 year ago

HABEMUS PAPAM: New pope is Cardinal Robert Prevost – Pope Leo XIV

The new pope was revealed this afternoon. Robert Prevost of Chicago is the first American pontiff in history. He is Pope Leo XIV. He served as prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops and president of the Pontifical Commission for Latin America since 2023. He previously served as Bishop of Chiclayo in Peru from 2015 to 2023, and was prior general of […]

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1 year ago

The wait is over as new Pope is elected

A new pope has been elected. White smoke emerged from the chimney at the Sistine Chapel just an hour ago, signalling the College of Cardinals has elected a new pope. Over 100 cardinals were called into the chapel on Wednesday to elect a new head of the Catholic Church following Pope Francis’ death on Easter […]

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1 year ago

Police investigating fatal collision

A man has died as a result of injuries sustained in a motor-vehicle collision in St. John’s this week. Around 10:15 p.m. Tuesday, the RNC responded to the Trans-Canada Highway following a single-vehicle rollover between the Topsail Road and Thorburn Road exits. There was significant damage to the vehicle. The 43-year-old male driver was rushed to hospital where […]

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1 year ago

CUPE holds convention and elects delegates

CUPE held its 51st annual convention and elected delegates. Sherry Hillier was reeelted as preident. Erin Woodfine was elected to the role of Vice President, Recording Secretary is Teresa Gillam, Greg Rockwood is the Executive Officer, and Kim Mosher was elected as Trustee. CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador represents more than 6300 individuals in 60 locals.

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1 year ago

Government invests in AI Training for small and medium-sized businesses

The provincial government is investing $1,950,000 to support the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Community Business Development Corporation’s creation of a new artificial intelligence micro-credential training program for small and medium-sized enterprises. The Artificial Intelligence for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, developed in partnership with Keyin College, aims to equip businesses with artificial intelligence skills to […]

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1 year ago

At least 30 structures destroyed after wildfire burns through Adam’s Cove

Residents continue to hold vigil the morning after a wildfire burned homes in Adam’s Cove, triggering road closures, evacuations and a state of emergency. Fire officials on scene Thursday morning have confirmed at least 15 homes, and 15 sheds have been destroyed by the wildfire that swept the community. “It’s 6:03. We’ve been up all […]

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1 year ago

Bay Roberts implements immediate fire ban

The Town of Bay Roberts has implemented an open burn ban effective immediately in areas covered by Bay Roberts Fire Rescue. This includes all wood-burning appliances, including fire pits. Gas barbecues and pits are permitted. This is due to the number of resources from neighbouring communities involved in combating several area forest fires.

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1 year ago

Road closures due to severe weather and wildfire

Route 70 from Adams Cove to Western Bay is closed due to the fire in the area. Roads on the south coast, west coast, and the Avalon are wet. There are areas of fog in these areas. In Labrador, the road from Lodge Bay to Red Bay is closed due to icy and slushy patches […]

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