3 years ago
Province reports slightly improved deficit in fall fiscal update
The provincial deficit has improved slightly since budget day, Finance Minister Siobhan Coady announced the fall fiscal update on Tuesday. The projected deficit for 2023-24 is $154 million, slightly lower than the $160 million projected in March. Other highlights include: Most economic indicators for the province are expected to remain on track to meet or […]
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3 years ago
Premier Furey to deliver apologies in five Labrador Inuit communities this week
Premier Andrew Furey will deliver apologies to residential school survivors in the five Labrador Inuit communities, and Happy Valley-Goose Bay, starting on Wednesday morning. There were five residential schools in Newfoundland and Labrador, with the last one closing its doors in 1980. Students experienced neglect, abuse and discrimination.Now, those survivors are receiving long-awaited apologies from […]
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3 years ago
Police continue search for missing man
Grand Falls-Windsor RCMP continues its investigation to locate missing person 50-year-old Stephen Langdon, who was last seen on Sept. 18, in Bishop’s Falls. Anyone who has seen Langdon or has information on his location is asked to call the detachment at 709-489-2121.
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3 years ago
RNC sending out safety tips for a safe and happy Halloween
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is asking parents, children and drivers to take extra precautions this Halloween to ensure a frightfully fun celebration. 1. Respect Traffic Rules: Drivers are asked to reduce their speeds significantly and use extra caution, especially in residential areas. Trick-or-treaters should always use crosswalks, look both ways before crossing the street, and obey traffic […]
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