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Grand Falls-Windsor Fire Chief Surprised By Dryer Fire Hazard
Grand Falls-Windsor Fire Chief, Vince Mackenzie, admits even he was surprised by the fire hazard that his dryer created. Mackenzie checked the dryer vent hose and was surprised at the amount of lint b...
Jun 19, 2019
Kraken Inks $2-Million Contract For KATFISH 180 Robotic System
St. John's-based Kraken has signed a $2.1-million contract for its KATFISH 180 robotic system. The contract was signed with US-based ThayerMahan Incorporated, a company which specializes in the design...
Jun 19, 2019
MacMorran Community Centre Approaches 35th Year In Service
July marks the anniversary of the MacMorran Community Centre, a vital part of the Brophy Place neighbourhood in which it is established. The centre has been serving the people of the surrounding neigh...
Jun 19, 2019 Via MacMorran Community Centre on Facebook.
FireSmart Grants Given To 12 Communities
Twelve communities in Newfoundland and Labrador have received FireSmart Canada grants for local projects to help reduce the risk of wildfire damage to homes and communities. Funding will be used to he...
Jun 19, 2019 Photo by Earl Noble.
Contract Awarded For Design Of Mental Health Unit At Labrador Health Centre
A $426,000 contract has been awarded for the design of a new six-bed mental health unit at the Labrador Health Centre in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The contract was awarded to Fougere Menchenton Architec...
Jun 19, 2019
Local Company Finding Value In Fish Waste
A local company is addressing the issue of commercial fish waste by setting up a new waste management operation in Harbour Breton. Corner Brook-based Barry Group is currently processing harvested salm...
Jun 19, 2019 (Stock photo.)
Pacquet Fire Chief Recognized By National Fire Protection Association
A Newfoundland firefighter has been recognized by the National Fire Protection Association as a Rising Star for her dedication to educating the public, protecting the community and saving lives. Chief...
Jun 19, 2019
Electrical Fire Temporarily Closes Ropewalk Lane Sobeys
A small electrical fire closed the Sobeys on Ropewalk Lane in St. John's for a short time this morning. The fire alarm sounded in the grocery store just after 9:30 a.m. Employees say that the fire ala...
Jun 19, 2019
Grand Falls-Windsor Working With Nalcor On Dam Safety Upgrades
The Town of Grand Falls-Windsor is working with Nalcor as it prepares to meet new Canadian dam regulations. Nalcor operates a dam at Grand Falls-Windsor, the largest of three on the mighty Exploits Ri...
Jun 19, 2019 Photo courtesy of NL Hydro.
Roncalli Elementary Wins Inclusive Education Award
An elementary school in St. John's is this year's winner of the Inclusive Education Award. Roncalli Elementary took home the award that is given out annually to a K-12 school that has shown spirit in ...
Jun 19, 2019
