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Government Criticized for Alleged Inaction on Black History Month
A former NDP candidate is disappointed with what she considers to be the lackluster approach taken by the provincial government to Black History Month. Laurabel Mba says she's "livid" after reaching o...
Feb 08, 2026 Laurabel Mba (via Facebook)
New Book to Chronicle Stories of Newfoundlanders in Alberta
A Newfoundlander living in Alberta is compiling the stories of people who have moved away from home in a new book. Lisa Barnett, who moved to Alberta over 30 years ago, is an administrator on the Face...
Feb 08, 2026 Lisa Barnett (via Lisa Barnett)
Former Liberal Advisor Takes Aim at New Government's Priorities
Professor emeritus and former advisor to the previous Liberal government Steve Tomblin is raising serious questions about some of the decisions made in the Tony Wakeham government's first 100 days in ...
Feb 08, 2026 Professor Emeritus at Memorial University, Steve Tomblin
Opposition Questions Lack of Progress in PC's First 100 Days
With the first 100 days of the PC administration in the rearview, NDP leader Jim Dinn is looking for concrete plans on how some substantial issues are going to be addressed. Earlier this week, Premier...
Feb 08, 2026 NDP Leader Jim Dinn (VOCM News)
Get Ready Campers: Terra Nova Bookings Begin Tomorrow
We may be in the dead of winter but those who are looking ahead to this year's camping season will soon be able to book spots in Terra Nova National Park. Reservations are opening for long term bookin...
Feb 08, 2026
St. John's Poised for Record-Breaking Cruise Season
The Atlantic Canada Cruise Association says St. John's is expected to see a record number of expedition and luxury cruise lines make their way into port this year. The Association says cruise season i...
Feb 08, 2026 A cruise ship docks in St. John's Harbour in August 2024 (VOCM News)
Atlantic 49 Pays Out to CBS Winner
Someone in this province woke up a millionaire. The Atlantic 49 draw had someone match all six numbers, claiming the top $1-million jackpot. The ticket was bought in CBS. The main draw of $5-million d...
Feb 08, 2026
RNC to Conduct Training in Corner Brook This Week
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary will be conducting training in Corner Brook beginning today They say residents should not be alarmed if they see an increased police presence in the area of Blomido...
Feb 08, 2026
No Injuries in Disturbance and Lockdown at HMP - Two People Sent to Hospital with Injuries from St. John's Lockup in Friday Night Incidents
No injuries were reported as the result of a disturbance at Her Majesty's Penitentiary Friday night. The Emergency Response Team was called but the Department of Justice says corrections officers were...
Feb 07, 2026 St. John's lock-up and Her Majesty's Penitentiary
Canada Gets First Medal of 2026 Olympics
Canada is on the medal board at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games, with Valrie Maltais capturing bronze in the women's 3,000-metre long track speed skating event - the country's first medal of the...
Feb 07, 2026
