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Search Continues for Man Missing from St. John's Since May
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is continuing its search for a man who has been missing from St. John's since May. 48-year-old Chad Hunt was first reported missing on May 26. He is believed to fre...
Jul 19, 2023
MUN Students Union Calling on Province to Restore $68 Million Operating Grant
Students at Memorial University are describing the provincial government's allocation of $10 million to reduce campus fees as a drop in the bucket, falling well short of what is really required. Gover...
Jul 19, 2023 MUNSU Director of External Affairs John Harris
Newfoundlander Named Assistant General Manager with Toronto Maple Leafs
A Newfoundlander is joining the Toronto Maple Leafs' front office. Derek Clancey has been named as Assistant General Manager, Player Personnel. The St. John's native, who has risen through the ranks a...
Jul 19, 2023 (nhl.com)
Crew Member Medevaced from Fishing Vessel Off St. John's
A crewmember on board a fishing vessel 450 km southeast of St. John's had to be airlifted to hospital Saturday evening. The Halifax Joint Rescue Coordination Centre responded to the situation. A cormo...
Jul 19, 2023
Woman Facing Impaired Charges After Nearly Hitting Police Car in Grand Bank
A Burin Peninsula woman is facing drunk driving charges after almost hitting a police car. At around 4:00 a.m. on Sunday, an oncoming car nearly side-swiped a marked police car on Main Street in Grand...
Jul 19, 2023
East Coast Trail Spokesperson Warns of Hiking in Hot Weather
A large chunk of the province is again under a heat warning as warm temperatures and high humidity become part of the daily routine. But people have to be careful. Case in Point: on the East Coast Tra...
Jul 18, 2023
National Inflation Rate Falls to 2.8 Per Cent
Statistics Canada says Canada's inflation rate tumbled to 2.8 per cent in June, putting it within the Bank of Canada's target range. But Canadians aren't seeing any relief at grocery stores yet, as pr...
Jul 18, 2023
Tech Analyst: Kids Help Phone to Implement AI Support
Kids Help Phone is turning to artificial intelligence to meet the growing demand for mental health support. The 24-7 national support line for young people and adults has seen a huge rise in demand fo...
Jul 18, 2023 (Kevin Andrews File photo)
Construction Safety Association Urges Patience With Flag People During Summer Road Work
The CEO of the Construction Safety Association is reminding drivers to be patient with flag persons as construction work is completed through the hot and humid summer days. The last few days have been...
Jul 18, 2023
Strides for Melanoma Offers Safety Tips for Hot, Sunny Days
A local advocate is offering a few tips to keep sun-safe during these long, hot summer days. Bev Barbour with Strides for Melanoma recently won the second place Rays of Hope Top Fundraising Award, for...
Jul 18, 2023
