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Veterans Affairs Minister Pays Tribute to Unknown Soldier
The Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence was in town this weekend for events to commemorate the unknown Newfoundland First World War soldier. Ginette Petitpas Taylor...
Jul 01, 2024 Photo via Ginette Petitpas Taylor on X
NL to Honour Unknown First World War Soldier with Historic Interment at National War Memorial
A historic moment for the province of Newfoundland and Labrador will take place today as the remains of an unknown World War I soldier are interred at the National War Memorial in downtown St. John's....
Jul 01, 2024
Capital City Holding Canada Day Festivities; Fireworks Cancelled
Canada Day celebrations will be in full swing throughout the capital city today. Things kicked off bright and early with the sunrise ceremony atop Signal Hill earlier this morning with more events get...
Jul 01, 2024
Avoca Collegiate in Badger Wins Inclusive Education Award
Avoca Collegiate in Badger has been recognized for their efforts to make their school community inclusive to those with intellectual disabilities. The K-12 school, which serves fewer than 50 students,...
Jun 30, 2024
Two Women Arrested for Impaired Driving in Labrador West
Two women were arrested for impaired in Labrador West in separate traffic stops this weekend. Shortly after 2 p.m. yesterday, police received a call about a possible impaired driver and stopped a vehi...
Jun 30, 2024
Shuttles, Viewing Locations Available for July 1 Ceremony at National War Memorial
Those looking to go to the National War Memorial in St. John's to take in the Memorial Day ceremony have several ways to do so. The remains of an unknown soldier will be interred at the site tomorrow-...
Jun 30, 2024
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary Completes West Coast Expansion
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary has officially expanded their jurisdiction on the province's west coast. The RNC is now responsible for the communities of Cox's Cove, Gillams, Humber Arm South, Hu...
Jun 30, 2024
Applications Open for Provincial Community Enhancement Employment Program
Municipalities and other groups looking to spruce up their area can now apply for provincial grants. Applications for the Community Enhancement Employment Program are now open to communities, local se...
Jun 30, 2024
Sunrise Ceremony to Kick Off Canada Day Celebrations
Canada Day celebrations in the capital city will kick off at daybreak tomorrow. The annual sunrise ceremony at Signal Hill will take place at 6 a.m. in the Cabot Tower parking lot. MP Joanne Thompson ...
Jun 30, 2024
Town Urges Care and Caution Amid Fun During Capelin Run
The capelin are rolling at Middle Cove beach. Visitors are flocking to the area to witness the spectacle and scoop up some of the silvery swimmers. The Town of Logy Bay-Middle Cove-Outer Cove is remin...
Jun 29, 2024
