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BDO President Recommends Creating 2024 Plan to Tackle Debt
It's the time of year for making resolutions, and paying down debt and getting our finances in order is close to the top of the list. But most research shows that resolutions don't stick. That's why B...
Jan 02, 2024 Nancy Snedden
Gander RCMP Investigating Armed Robbery at Gas Station
Gander RCMP are investigating an armed robbery at the Circle K on the Trans Canada in Gander. Police say a man, wearing a face mask, entered the store around 4:00 a.m. Tuesday morning, walked behind t...
Jan 02, 2024
Glovertown Church Holding Benefit Concert for Boy Who Lost Both Parents
The entire community of Glovertown is rallying behind a young boy who lost both parents within a few days of each other over Christmas. Jason Keats passed away from cancer on December 22, followed by ...
Jan 02, 2024 Photos via Facebook.
Advocate Protests HMP Conditions Outside Facility
An advocate for inmates' rights is protesting outside Her Majesty's Penitentiary in light of a renewed call for Requests for Qualifications for the eventual replacement of the aging facility. Governme...
Jan 02, 2024
Heavy Equipment Used in Avalon Mall Break-In
Somebody busted open the Avalon Mall in a pre-dawn incident this morning by using a piece of heavy equipment. A loader was used to create an opening in the Sport Chek area of the mall at about 5 a.m. ...
Jan 02, 2024
Renovations Begin at Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre
Renovations have begun at the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre in St. John's. The work, which is expected to take two years, will include upgrades to the former chemotherapy unit and result in improv...
Jan 02, 2024 (Photo via Eastern Health.)
Capital City's Overnight Winter Parking Ban Now in Effect
The capital city's winter parking ban will be in effect starting tonight. As of tonight, parking is prohibited on Water, Duckworth and New Gower streets from 4 a.m. to 6 a.m. Overnight parking is proh...
Jan 02, 2024
40-Year-Old Man Arrested Following Theft from Downtown St. John's Business
Police have arrested a 40-year-old man after a business downtown St. John's was broken into on New Year's Day. The RNC picked him up after viewing the break-in on security footage. He has been charged...
Jan 02, 2024
NL Maintains Unique Culture Despite 75 Years of Confederation: Historical Society
2024 marks the 75th anniversary of Newfoundland and Labrador entering into Confederation with Canada. As a result a number of activities and celebrations are planned. Premier Andrew Furey announced so...
Jan 02, 2024
Local Psychologist Recommends Setting Measurable New Year's Resolutions
As the calendar flips over into a new year, many people see it as a time to introduce new habits, also known as New Year's resolutions. Psychologist Dr. Janine Hubbard says there's nothing wrong with ...
Jan 02, 2024 (Dr. Janine Hubbard File Photo)
