UPDATE: Province declares state of emergency on Bay de Verde Peninsula north of Bristol’s Hope and Whiteway
The provincial government has declared a regional state of emergency north of Bristol’s Hope and Whiteway. Premier John Hogan made the announcement in a second wildfire briefing on Saturday evening. Residents in the region that are not subject to evacuation orders don’t need to evacuate yet, but should be prepared. Ground crews have been pulled from fighting the […]
Read moreMore help on the way from Quebec as some wildfire evacuations end
Evacuation orders ended for part of Holyrood Friday, but the rest remain in place as wildfires continue to burn in the province, but more help is on the way from Quebec. Premier John Hogan announced Friday that our neighbours are sending more equipment to help fight the fires. NTV’s Bailey Howard reports.
Read moreHigher penalties take effect for illegal fires
New, higher penalties took effect Friday for illegal fires as fire departments across the province continue to get calls. NTV’s Marykate O’Neill reports.
Read moreFirefighters find success battling Martin Lake fire
Firefighters are having success in suppressing a fire near Martin Lake that forced cabin owners to evacuate in central Newfoundland. NTV’s Colleen Lewis reports.
Read moreProvince seeks replacement for transitional housing at former Comfort Inn
The province has issued a request for proposals to replace Horizons 106, the controversial transitional housing facility at the former Comfort Inn. NTV’s Rosie Mullaley reports.
Read moreFirefighters make quick work of Burin Peninsula wildfire
A wildfire broke out Thursday afternoon in Red Harbour on the Burin Peninsula, but firefighters were able to bring it under control. NTV’s Ross Tilley reports.
Read moreWest coast mayors run provincially for opposing parties
The mayors of Corner Brook and Deer Lake are both jumping into provincial politics, but for opposing parties. NTV’s Becky Daley reports.
Read moreN.L. competitors welcomed to Canada Games athletes’ village
Four busloads of Newfoundland and Labrador’s best arrived at the athletes’ village Friday, a day before the opening ceremonies for the Canada Summer Games. The ceremonies will be streamed live on NTV+.
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