3 years ago
Newfoundland Power applies for rate increases for next two years
Newfoundland Power has filed a General Rate Application with the Public Utilities Board seeking power rate hikes for the next two years. In the Application, the Company is proposing the following changes to electricity rates for 2024 through 2026 for both residential and commercial customers: “We know that these are challenging times for our customers […]
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3 years ago
Nine seniors recognized at 2023 Seniors of Distinction Awards
Nine seniors were recognized for their hard work and volunteerism at the 2023 Seniors of Distinction Awards. The awards are meant to recognize the diversity, contributions and achievements of older persons and seniors throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. This year there was a total of 19 nominations for the 2023 Seniors of Distinction Awards. The successful […]
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3 years ago
More sexual violence charges laid against Markus Hicks; including kidnapping
The RNC has laid 29 additional charges in connection with an ongoing investigation into sexual violence. On Wednesday, investigators arrested 32-year-old Markus Hicks, of Paradise, and charged him with the following offences related to four new survivors: In total, the 32-year-old now faces 92 charges involving 14 survivors following an investigation that began on Aug. […]
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3 years ago
More Charges Connected to Historical Sexual Violence
The RNC has laid additional charges against two individuals connected to an ongoing investigation into sexual violence in the province. On Wednesday, police arrested 63-year-old Anthony Humby, of St. John’s, and 81-year-old Bruce Escott, also of St. John’s, and charged them with the following offences believed to have occurred from 2006 to 2011 related to […]
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