Category Archives: Local News

On the eve of back to school, government is going to give an update on work to get rid of the 1.6 km bussing rule. The province began eliminating the restriction last year to allow more students acces...

Public health is still seeing cases of whooping cough related to an outbreak in the eastern zone, and other cases from across the province are also popping up. Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Jani...

The Craft Council of NL is hoping to bring back childhood memories for many with a new exhibit showcasing a variety of vintage toys. Katrina Thompkins says the display is a unique form of artwork, wit...

The Canadian National Institute for the Blind is actively recruiting volunteers to help deliver programs and services to people who are blind or partially sighted. Program Lead Kelly Picco they have a...

The Registered Nurses Union is taking the information it gathered during a recent tour of the province, to government to improve publicly-funded, publicly-delivered health care in rural and remote loc...

While summer may be winding down, cruise ship season in the capital city will be ramping up this month. Tens ships are set to dock in St. John's Harbour throughout September, hauling in thousands of v...

The St. John's and District Labour Council is hosting it's annual Labour Day barbecue and parade today. The parade forms up at the Memorial Stadium Dominion at 11:30 and will walk along the Boulevard ...

A man was taken to the lockup after an assault at a home in centre city St. John's. Police were called to the disturbance just before 11 a.m. Sunday morning. A 50-year-old man was arrested and charged...

Provincial, federal and municipal offices are all closed today for the Labour Day holiday. Most businesses are also closed. Garbage and recycling collection will not occur in most municipalities where...

The provincial government is now accepting applications under its Settlement and Integration Grants Program. The program's aim is to support the social, economic and cultural integration of newcomers....