Blast at Construction Pit Leads to Multiple Occupational Health and Safety Charges
Three companies, two supervisors and a certified blaster have been charged with violations under Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations. The charges stem from an incident that occurred in September 2021 at a pit located off the Trans-Canada Highway near St. John’s. The incident was a blast that caused damage to vehicles and equipment […]
Read moreEvent at Geo Centre for International Fall Astronomy Day
Clear skies are expected tonight, which will coincide with “International Fall Astronomy Day”. The Royal Astronomy Society of Canada St. John’s Centre will be at the Geo Centre on Signal Hill this evening. The public is invited to come and see views of the Moon and other celestial objects. The event takes place from 7:00 […]
Read moreFair driving conditions across most of the province
Mostly good driving conditions across the province today. There are a few wet roads on the Avalon, central, and southwest coast. On the Great Northern Peninsula and Labrador, roads are dry. There is good visibility across the province. There are no flight delays or cancellations at the St. John’s International Airport, Gander International Airport, or […]
Read moreTwo New Provincial Court Judges Appointed
Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General John Hogan apointed two new Provincial Court Judges on Thursday. Karen Rehner was appointed to the Provincial Court in Grand Bank, and Jennifer Standen was appointed to the Provincial Court in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Rehner has served as Crown Counsel with the Public Prosecution Service of […]
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