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Atlantic Salmon Recreational Fishery Opens on Island
The Atlantic salmon angling season opens today on the island and June 15 in Labrador. Salmon licences will be available at gas stations, convenience stores and major chain stores. Anglers are being re...
Jun 01, 2022 (Photo via DFO NL Twitter.)
Metro RNC Continuing Search for Man Last Seen Nearly Two Weeks Ago
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is continuing their search for a man last seen in CBS nearly two weeks ago. 39-year-old John Fowlow was last seen on Wednesday, May 18th at 6:30 a.m. in the area of...
May 31, 2022
Boil Water Advisory Issued for Hearts Delight-Islington
A Boil Water Advisory has been issued for the town of Heart's Delight-Islington. The advisory, effective immediately, is due to a break in the waterline. Residents should bring water for consumption t...
May 31, 2022
Wanted Man Arrested After Being Found Asleep Inside Vehicle in Shearstown; Impaired Driving Charges Pending
A 20-year-old man who was wanted by police has been arrested following an unusual incident in Shearstown on the weekend. RCMP received a call around 9:15 in the morning about a vehicle parked at a bus...
May 31, 2022
Interest Rate Increases Would Have "Tremendous Impact" on Provincial Budget: Coady
Rising interest rates will have a "tremendous impact" on the province's overall budget. Finance Minister Siobhan Coady was reacting to word that the Bank of Canada will increase its benchmark interest...
May 31, 2022 (File photo.)
City of St. John's Releases Economic Outlook for 2022
The capital city's Economic Outlook shows expected growth this year as pandemic recovery continues. The capital city says the number of housing starts is expected to increase by about 6.7 per cent to ...
May 31, 2022
Two of Four Arrested in Connection with Gun Violence Released on Bail
Two of the four people arrested thus far in connection with recent gun violence and a stabbing in metro St. John's have now made bail. Robert Belbin and Brandon Chafe, both 20 years old, were released...
May 31, 2022 Brandon Chafe, is escorted to court by Sheriff's officers in 2022 (VOCM)
"It's a Good Day;" Furey Pleased with Decision to Resume West White Rose
The Premier calls it a good day. West White Rose lives after all. Cenovus says first oil is anticipated in the first half of 2026 with peak production forecast to reach 80,000 barrels per day. Alex Po...
May 31, 2022 (Photo via Premier Andrew Furey Twitter,)
Elizabeth Park Elementary Launches Music Video About Acceptance
Elizabeth Park Elementary in Paradise is sharing the message Just Be You! with a new song and video launched today. Local singer-songwriter Damian Follett joined with Grade 6 students in developing th...
May 31, 2022
Corner Brook RCMP Arrest Woman for Suspected Drug-Impaired Driving
A 38-year-old woman is under investigation for suspected drug-impaired driving following a recent traffic stop in Cox's Cove on the province's west coast. Corner Brook RCMP pulled a vehicle over on th...
May 31, 2022
