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Grenfell Campus Launches New Online Learning Platform
Memorial University's Grenfell Campus is changing the way certain courses are delivered through a virtual format. The Corner Brook-based campus has launched the VirtualGC program, which was developed ...
Nov 13, 2022
Three Day 'Strummerfest' Fundraiser Being Held in Memory of Legendary Punk Rocker
December 22 marks the 20th anniversary of the death of one of the most influential performers of the last century, and a group of local musicians are celebrating his life this month with a three-day c...
Nov 13, 2022
Thousands of Seedlings Planted for Remembrance Forest
A group of volunteers spent their Remembrance Day planting a memorial tree garden in honour of those who have served. The initiative started by the local nature group Guide to the Good saw three large...
Nov 13, 2022
Government House Lit Blue for Pneumonia Awareness
Government House was bathed in blue light yesterday to mark World Pneumonia Day. Today, November 12, Government House is glowing blue in recognition of #WorldPneumoniaDay.Learn more: https://t.co/CnvP...
Nov 13, 2022
Heavy Snow and Rainfall Creates a Messy Weekend Across the Province
A mixed bag of snow, rain and windy conditions made for a messy Saturday for most of the province. Many parts of the island received their first snowfall of the year while other areas were drenched wi...
Nov 13, 2022 (Photo courtesy Department of Transportation and Infrastructure.)
Fundraiser and Celebration Held in Memory of Trevor Hamlyn
The family and friends of Trevor Hamlyn, who passed away after disappearing four years ago in Paradise, gathered over the weekend to raise money and give him a musical send-off reflecting his fun-lovi...
Nov 13, 2022
Town of Botwood to Commemorate Beothuk Heritage
Blueberry Hill in Botwood offers visitors a panoramic view of Notre Dame Bay and it will soon provide people a place to reflect on the lives and legacy of the Beothuk people. Last week, officials anno...
Nov 12, 2022
Contract Awarded for Replacement of Port au Port Bridge
A contract has been awarded for the replacement of Romaine's River Bridge on the Port au Port Highway, Route 460 on the west coast. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure awarded the $7.8...
Nov 12, 2022
Brain Injury Survivor Spreading the Word Through 'Concussion Talk' Podcast
A Newfoundlander who suffered a traumatic brain injury in British Columbia in 2003 is using his experience as a springboard to spread the word about brain injuries. Nick Mercer was an active and athle...
Nov 12, 2022
Blasting Scheduled for Robin Hood Bay on Sunday
Residents of the northeast Avalon can expect a big boom tomorrow. The City of St. John's is advising residents of a scheduled blast at Robin Hood Bay tomorrow morning at around 9:00 a.m. Depending on ...
Nov 12, 2022 (File photo.)
