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Markus Hicks, Facing 150 Sexual Violence Charges, Pleads Not Guilty
A teacher and volleyball coach has pleaded not guilty to most of the sexual violence charges he is facing. Markus Hicks, 32, was arrested last September and charged with a single count of sexual assau...
Apr 04, 2024 Markus Hicks is shown on video from the correctional facility in Bishop's Falls. (VOCM News/file)
Sale of Basilica, St. Bon's Signals 'New Beginning' For Historic Property
The sale of the historic Basilica of St. John the Baptist and associated property in downtown St. John's has been finalized. The successful buyer, the Basilica Heritage Foundation, is calling it a "ne...
Apr 04, 2024 The Basilica of St. John the Baptist, St. John's (VOCM News)
NL Below National Average For Hip, Knee, Cataract Surgeries: CIHI
New data from the Canadian Centre for Health information (CIHI) shows that, for the most part, Newfoundland and Labrador sits below national averages when it comes to being seen for some procedures. T...
Apr 04, 2024
Canada Punches Ticket to Playoffs at World Curling Championship
Team Canada, represented by Brad Gushue's St. John's rink, is into the playoffs at the World Curling Championship in Switzerland. Canada defeated rival Norway 7-4 this morning to improve its record to...
Apr 04, 2024 (Courtesy Curling Canada)
Bell Island Dump Closed Indefinitely After Trashing By Vandals
The waste facility on Bell Island will be closed for the foreseeable future after vandals caused "considerable damage" to the site. Officials with the Eastern Regional Service Board don't know exactly...
Apr 04, 2024
Shania Twain Tickets Go On Sale Today Following Pre-Sale Sellout
Tickets go on sale today for what promises to be the summer's biggest concert in this province. Country-pop megastar Shania Twain is scheduled to perform on the nights of August 16-17 at the Churchill...
Apr 04, 2024
Control of Mary Brown's Centre a 'Necessary Ask' for Future Teams: MacDonald
Dean MacDonald says the success of any future sports franchise in St. John's hinges on its ability to manage the Mary Brown's Centre. There was hockey heartbreak earlier this week when the Newfoundlan...
Apr 04, 2024
Ontario Man and Jalopy RV Taken Off Highway Due to Safety Issues
Police are crediting the public with helping avert a potential highway tragedy on the west coast of Newfoundland. RCMP received tips on Monday morning regarding a motorhome towing a utility trailer in...
Apr 03, 2024
Family Desperate For Information Regarding Missing Teen Liam Tripp
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary are continuing to search for a missing teen. Fifteen-year-old Liam Tripp was last seen in centre of St. John's on March 14. Police and his family have concerns for ...
Apr 03, 2024
Music and Folk: Canadian Awards Week Events Kick Off in St. John's
A nearly week-long celebration of Canadian folk music kicks off today in St. John's. The Canadian Folk Music Awards will feature five days of music showcases and other events, culminating with awards ...
Apr 03, 2024
