Category Archives: Local News

Despite recent by-election losses, Premier Andrew Furey's overall approval rating has increased from where it was in March according to a new Angus Reid survey. The study has the Premier's approval ra...

The newest member of the House of Assembly has been handed a key role in the opposition. Lin Paddock, who was sworn in yesterday, is now finance critic. The MHA for Green Bay-White Bay will also be hi...

The province has opened the application process for its new Working Opportunities Program, which helps people on income support and others not eligible for EI find stable employment. Government set as...

Canadian Blood Services is looking to fill 1,100 blood donation appointments across the province this July. The organization says blood donation centres across the country are not keeping pace with th...

The capital city is seeking feedback on changes to the wooden slipway in Quidi Vidi village. The city says the slipway has reached the end of its life and is no longer safe to use. They want to hear f...

The provincial government has officially filed its court challenge of the federal equalization program. The statement of claim was filed in Supreme Court last Friday. The statement of claim questions ...

A 40-year-old man is facing multiple charges following a crime spree involving three stolen vehicles. The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary were first notified of a stolen vehicle in Lab City on June 18...

The president of NL Hydro admits an anomaly that left Wabush in the dark for a prolonged period has been a learning moment. Labrador wildfires caused a trip on the lines from Churchill Falls, leaving ...

Some seniors across the province will be able to get their driver's medicals done virtually. Government and NL Health Services are expanding coverage for driver's medicals to include exams performed t...

Fuel prices are up for most of the province today. Gas is up by 2.9 cents, diesel increases by 0.8 cents. Furnace and stove oil are more expensive by just under a cent, and propane is up by 1.6 cents....