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Happy Valley-Goose Bay Fires Under Control, State of Emergency Ended
The state of emergency initiated for the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay has been lifted. Mayor George Andrews made the pronouncement in a Meta/Facebook live post shortly before 9:30 a.m. local time. I...
Apr 20, 2024
West Coast Police Nab Prohibited Driver in Deer Lake
A 64-year-old man was arrested after a traffic stop in Deer Lake on Thursday. The man's vehicle was pulled over by police for expired registration, and the driver was found to be under a prohibition o...
Apr 20, 2024
Liberal Nominations Open for Baie Verte-Green Bay Byelection
The Liberal Party of Newfoundland and Labrador has issued a call for nominations for the upcoming byelection in Baie Verte-Green Bay. Nominations will remain open until 4:00 p.m. Wednesday April 24. T...
Apr 20, 2024
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.)
