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Ten Confirmed Cases Linked to Recent Public Gathering in Metro
Ten confirmed cases are now linked to a recent public gathering in the metro region and Public Health officials are continuing to monitor for more possible cases. Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. J...
Sep 18, 2021
Mask Mandatory Once Again in Effect in Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are once again required to wear masks in indoor public spaces. The new Special Measures Order came into effect as of midnight last night and applies to a wide variety ...
Sep 18, 2021
RCMP and RNC Police Dog Services Joining Forces to Support Retired Police Dogs
The RCMP and RNC Police Dog Services units are joining forced to raise funds to support retired police service dogs. Jago's Run was launched in memory of RCMP Police Service Dog Jago, an animal killed...
Sep 18, 2021 Photo via Ned's Wish website
Deputy Prime Minister Campaigning Door-to-Door in St. John's East-Quidi Vidi as Election Race Heats Up
Another indicator of the close race developing in the federal riding of St. John's East -Quidi Vidi. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will be in the riding today campaignin...
Sep 18, 2021 (Image via CPAC.)
Avalon Mall Hosting Pop-up COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Saturday
A pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic is open at the Avalon Mall today and tomorrow. The walk-in clinic will be next to the Lululemon Court at the old Claire's location and will be open from 1:00 p.m. ...
Sep 18, 2021 (shopavalonmall.com)
Tropical Storm Odette Expected To Bring More Rain Than Wind
Just over one week since Hurricane Larry caused widespread damage and power outages, Environment Canada is warning of another storm heading toward the Burin, Bonavista and Avalon peninsulas. Beginning...
Sep 18, 2021
St. Clare's Vehicle Thoroughfare Closed for Construction
The vehicle thoroughfare from St. Clare Avenue to St. Clare's Mercy Hospital will be closed for construction. Construction will start around 8:00 a.m. and end around 12:00 p.m. The main entrance of th...
Sep 18, 2021 (Photo: David Turner)
Annual Tombolo Multicultural Festival Kicks Off Today
The annual two-week Tombolo Multicultural Festival kicks off this evening at the Arts and Culture Centre in St. John's. This year festival organizers are welcoming people back to a number of limited i...
Sep 17, 2021 Photo via Tombolo Multicultural Festival Newfoundland and Labrador website)
Marystown Man Facing Dozens of Firearms Charges
One man has been arrested and is facing dozens of firearms charges following an investigation in the Marystown area this week. Police converged on two locations on the Burin Peninsula Wednesday - Main...
Sep 17, 2021
Opposition Calling on Premier to Intervene on Healthcare Issues
The PC Opposition says it's time for the premier to step in and take over the reins on the health file. Interim PC Leader David Brazil today echoed NAPE's position yesterday that Minister John Haggie ...
Sep 17, 2021
