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WestJet Issues 72-Hour Lockout Notice to Unionized Mechanics
WestJet, whose CEO recently paid a visit to St. John's for its inaugural flight from YYT to London direct, has served notice to its unionized mechanics that it will lock them out if a deal can't be re...
May 05, 2024
RBC Training Ground Program to Test Youth Athletic Ability
Avid or recreational athletes will get the chance to put their abilities to the test this weekend during the RBC Training Ground event. Brand manager, Sam Effah, calls it more of a talent match event,...
May 04, 2024 PowerPlex Gymnasium
Four Commercial Vehicles Removed From Road Following Checkpoint in Stephenville
A number of commercial vehicles were taken off the road in Stephenville following a highway enforcement checkpoint this week. On Tuesday, six commercial vehicles were inspected and nine defects were f...
May 04, 2024
Food First NL Receives $220,000 Boost From Province
Food First NL is being provided with $220,000 in provincial funding to help support its efforts to improve access to nutritious foods to people across Newfoundland and Labrador. The funding is in addi...
May 04, 2024 Josh Smee (VOCM News file photo)
Cruise Ship Season Begins May 5 in Capital City
Cruise ship season formally starts in St. John's tomorrow with the scheduled arrival of the Phoenix Reisen Amera. The ship, with approximately 900 passengers on board, is the first of 40 scheduled vis...
May 04, 2024 A photo from September 17th, 2023 shows three cruise ships docked at the same time in St. John's harbour as they ride out a hurricane passing through the Maritimes.
Commemorative Service in CBS to Mark Battle of the Atlantic
A commemorative service is being held in Conception Bay South tomorrow to mark the Battle of the Atlantic and a number of other important military events. Normally held at the National War Memorial, o...
May 04, 2024 (Photo courtesy Heritage Newfoundland and Labrador.)
BMO Walk So Kids Can Talk to Support Kids Help Phone as Demand Continues to Grow
Canada's largest charity walk for children and youth is happening in 17 communities across the country this weekend. St. John's is one of the cities taking part in the BMO Walk So Kids Can Talk to sup...
May 04, 2024
Two Men Facing Charges Following Attempted ATV Theft in Bonavista
Two men have been charged after an attempt to steal an ATV from a home in Bonavista was thwarted by the owner. RCMP received a report around 11:00 on the evening of Wednesday, May 1 that two men had a...
May 04, 2024
Former Member of Carlton Showband, Gregory Donaghey, Passes Away
A former member of the Carlton Showband, Gregory Donaghey, passed away in Ontario this week. Originally from Sion Mills, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, Donaghey began his music career with The Cadet...
May 04, 2024
Trades NL Meets With Politicians, Labour Reps in Ottawa
The executive director of Trades NL was in Ottawa this week meeting with labour reps and political figures about the trades. Darin King says those involved in the labour industry had to chance to voic...
May 04, 2024
