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Police Upgrade Charge Against Nain Man to First Degree Murder
A second-degree murder charge laid against a 26-year-old man in connection with a death in Nain this summer has been upgraded to first degree murder. RCMP say further investigation has led to the firs...
Aug 27, 2021
Woman Charged with Second Degree Murder as Investigation Continues Into Downtown Homicide
A woman has been charged with second degree murder in connection with the death of a 49-year-old man in the Carter's Hill area yesterday evening. 30-year-old Lorraine Obed of Happy Valley-Goose Bay ha...
Aug 27, 2021 (Police on the scene of a homicide near Carter's Hill)
O'Toole Promises Increased EI Benefits for Seriously Ill Workers at Corner Brook Visit
Federal Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole spent some time in Corner Brook today, campaigning with area candidate Carol Anstey. It could be an indicator of a possible race developing in the riding of Lo...
Aug 27, 2021 (Erin O'Toole speaks in Corner Brook, via CPAC. File photo.)
Province's Next Live COVID Briefing Delayed Until September 7
The province's next live COVID-19 briefing is being delayed for another week. The briefing, originally scheduled for next Wednesday, has been rescheduled for Tuesday, September 7 at 2:00 p.m. Public a...
Aug 27, 2021 (Submitted photo.)
Five New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Operating in Province
Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is reporting progress in setting up electric vehicle charging stations across the island, and it's "just the beginning" according to President and CEO Jennifer Williams...
Aug 27, 2021 (President and CEO of NL Hydro, Jennifer Williams.)
Plea Hearing Set for Man Accused of Fraudulently Building Dream Home
The former CEO of Baffin Fisheries says he's confident he'll be fully exonerated of the criminal charges he's facing. Garth Reid, 51, was charged in January with fraud and breach of trust after the co...
Aug 27, 2021
Police Arrest Man Caught Breaking Into St. John's Home
A 54-year-old man was caught in the act while breaking into a home late Thursday night. Around 10:30 p.m., RNC responded to a break and enter in progress at a home in the centre city area of St. John'...
Aug 27, 2021
St. John Ambulance Recognizing 18 People for Acts of Heroism
Extraordinary acts of bravery and heroism were celebrated in St. John's yesterday during a ceremony at Government House. St. John Ambulance presented life-saving awards to 18 people, celebrating acts ...
Aug 27, 2021 Logan Hatcher (left), Phillip Gruchy (right).
Mount Pearl Mayor Launches Re-Election Campaign
The mayor of Mount Pearl is seeking another term. Dave Aker launched his campaign for re-election Wednesday night at St. David's Park. Aker has been Mayor for four of his 12 years on council. He's up ...
Aug 27, 2021 (Dave Aker)
George Street Association Working with Taxi Industry, St. John's to Address Cab Shortage
The George Street Association is calling the cab shortage in the metro region a transportation crisis. Some people have reported lengthy delays getting a cab thanks to a taxi shortage. Don-E Coady, th...
Aug 27, 2021
