1 year ago
RNC investigating collision at construction site in Frenchman’s Cove
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary responded to a collision at a construction site in Frenchman’s Cove over the weekend. On Saturday, July 12, around 6:30 p.m., an excavator working along the water’s edge became unstable and quickly slid beneath the surface becoming submerged. A nearby employee jumped into the water and pulled the heavy equipment operator […]
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1 year ago
Space in summer recreation programs in St. John’s
There is still space available in some summer programs in St. John’s. All youth workshops take place at Rotary Park. There is space in Cooking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Archery, and Kayaking. Family Geocaching takes place at Rotary Park on Thursday, August 7, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
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1 year ago
Cabins lost as crews continue to battle forest fire in Chance Harbour
Water bombers and emergency crews are fighting the out of control forest fire in Chance Harbour on the Bonavista Peninsula, as residents are still asked to avoid the area. According to the Department of Forestry as of Monday night the fire now covers an area of approximately 1,200 hectares, and some cabins in the area […]
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1 year ago
Two cruise ships visiting Corner Brook this week
The cruise ship Volendam will pay a visit to Corner Brook on Wednesday. The ship, operated by Holland America Line, will arrive at 10:00 a.m. and will depart at 6:00 p.m. It has 1,432 passengers and 647 crew. The Mariner cruise ship will arrive on Friday.
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