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Jackpot Taking Off Ahead of Last Call for VOCM Cares Foundation Spring 50/50 Tickets
The grand prize for VOCM Cares Foundation's spring 50/50 continues to rise as the deadline to purchase tickets is just hours away. It's a similar situation to what happened during the last 50/50 draw ...
Apr 20, 2024
State of Emergency Remains in Effect as Major Fire Continues to Rage in Happy Valley-Goose Bay; Update Expected Saturday Morning
Several explosions have occurred as crews continue to contend with a massive blaze in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The town declared a state of emergency last night, which remains in effect for the north s...
Apr 20, 2024 Submitted photo.
Officials Set Up Command Centre in Response to Major Fire in HVGB
Lake Melville MHA Perry Trimper told VOCM News late Friday night that the fire broke out in a ceramic shop on the base and as crews from the town, 5 Wing Goose Bay and SERCO, were attending to the sce...
Apr 19, 2024
State of Emergency Declared in Happy Valley-Goose Bay as Officials Warn of Imminent Explosion
A serious and frightening incident is playing out this hour at Five Wing Goose Bay. A State of Emergency has been declared in Happy Valley-Goose Bay amid concerns over a possible explosion as the resu...
Apr 19, 2024 Photo from the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay
COD-NL Less Than Enthused with Disability Tax Credit
A new benefit for persons with disabilities is not being met with much fanfare from advocates. The benefit will be for up to $200 per month, but only people who qualify for the disability tax credit a...
Apr 19, 2024
Two State Solution 'Only Long-Term' Way Toward 'Peace and Stability' in Israel, Gaza says PM
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau strongly condemns the "absolutely irresponsible" attack on Israel by Iran last weekend and is calling for a de-escalation of tensions in the region. Allies have called fo...
Apr 19, 2024
Campsite Bookings To Open On First Come, First Served Basis
It's a sure sign of spring despite this week's weather. Parks NL has announced it will open its campsite reservation system next week. The anticipated launch of the annual rite of spring is set for 7 ...
Apr 19, 2024 (Photo via Parks NL.)
Family Details Struggles with Mental Health System Following Recent Arrest; Calls for Others to Raise their Voices
A Glovertown family is detailing its struggles with the province's mental health system beyond the headlines. Shawn Rowe called VOCM Open Line with Paddy Daly after RCMP issued a release on the recent...
Apr 19, 2024
Police Release Footage of Grand Falls-Windsor Chainsaw Thieves
RCMP in Grand Falls-Windsor have released security footage of two people breaking into a local business and making off with chainsaws. The incident occurred shortly before 5:00 a.m. on April 1st. The ...
Apr 19, 2024
Truck Drives Over Numerous Lawns While Fleeing From Police in Stephenville
RCMP are trying to identify and track down the driver of a pickup who hit the gas instead of pulling over for police in Stephenville earlier this week . RCMP tried to stop the pickup on Carolina Avenu...
Apr 19, 2024
