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Sean McCann Returning to NL for Excursion Around the Bay Mini-Tour
Newfoundland musician Sean McCann is coming home for an Excursion Around the Bay mini-tour of some smaller venues in the province. McCann will bring his live show to three venues-Placentia, Clarenvill...
May 20, 2024 seanmccannsings.com
Police Reminding Drivers to Secure Cargo When Travelling Over Highways
As the May 24th long weekend comes to a close many will be heading back out over the highways today, and police are remind people to make sure their loads are secure. People may have a variety of item...
May 20, 2024 RNC Constable James Cadigan, with an officer using his speed radar in the background.
NLers at Blue Jays Game Catch Attention From Broadcasters
A group of passionate Blue Jays fans from this province stole the spotlight at the ballpark this past weekend for their unique tribute to one of Toronto's sluggers. Sixteen fans from this province spe...
May 20, 2024
Police Find Wanted Man Sleeping Inside Stolen Vehicle in CBS
The RNC located a stolen vehicle in CBS in the early hours this morning, albeit, not as one might expect. Shortly before 2 a.m., officers located the vehicle and found a 35-year-old man sleeping in th...
May 20, 2024 (File photo.)
CIBC Donates $100,000 to Janeway for Anesthesia Equipment
The Janeway has received $100,000 from CIBC to go toward some new anesthesia equipment. The Foundation shared the news on social media. They say the funds will go toward new equipment that will help c...
May 20, 2024
Tourism Operators Gathering in St. John's for Industry Retreat
Members of the tourism sector will be gathering in the capital city this week for an industry retreat that focuses on networking, education and product development. Contact 2024 begins today in St. Jo...
May 20, 2024
32-Year-Old Man Turns Himself In Following Metro Area Assault
A 32-year-old man was held at the lockup in St. John's overnight after turning himself in to police following an assault. Around 10:30 p.m., metro police responded to the report of an assault, but the...
May 20, 2024
Provincial, Municipal Buildings Closed for Victoria Day
It's the Victoria Day holiday, commonly known as the 24th of May, and that means all federal, provincial and municipal government offices are closed. It's also a shops closing day, meaning stores are ...
May 20, 2024
NL's First-Ever Speedcubing Competition Coming to St. John's This June
The province will have its first-ever speedcubing competition this summer. "Speedcubing" is the act of solving twisty puzzles-such as a classic 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube-as fast as possible. Speedcubing Cana...
May 19, 2024 Photo via Speedcubing Canada Facebook
Marine Institute Holding Public Consultation Session About Proposed Test Zone in Holyrood Harbour
The Marine Institute is inviting residents of Holyrood and surrounding area to an information and public consultation session to learn more about a proposed Marine Autonomous Test Zone in Holyrood har...
May 19, 2024
