3 years ago
St. Lawrence Mayor optimistic about new buyer for fluorspar mine
News that the idled St. Lawrence fluorspar mine has a new buyer is creating a buzz on the Burin Peninsula. Although details remain scanty, the mayor of St. Lawrence says people there are excited to hear more later this week. NTV’s David Salter reports.
Read more
3 years ago
Bernard ‘Tanny’ Collins appointed Honorary Life President of Royal St. John’s Regatta Committee
One of the most prestigious honours to be bestowed upon a Royal St. John’s Regatta Committee member is Honorary Life President. Today, the committee has announced the appointment of Bernard ‘Tanny’ Collins as Honorary Life President. He is just the fourth person named to this position in the Regatta’s 205-year history. “The position is […]
Read more
3 years ago
Court approves sale of St. Lawrence Fluorspar Mine
The St. Lawrence Fluorspar Mine could soon be back in business, thanks to a new owner. Today the Supreme Court approved the sale of the mine, but the buyer and purchase price remain sealed by court order. The mine went into receivership in February of 2022.
Read more
3 years ago
Alcohol, cannabis sales up as NLC reports fourth quarter sales
Alcohol and cannabis sales are up, as the Newfoundland and Labrador Liquor Corporation releases its financial and operational results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023. NLC reported net earnings for the quarter of $39.9 million, an increase of $5.4 million, or 15.8%, compared with Q4 of fiscal year 2022. Beverage Alcohol sales for […]
Read more