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Details Released on 4 Year Contract for Dominion Workers
After 12 weeks on the picket line, Dominion workers have ratified a new collective agreement with Loblaw. Unifor confirmed Friday evening that workers accepted the final offer presented by Loblaw, and...
Nov 14, 2020
Daffodil Place Seeking Support with Rising Costs Due to COVID-19
The Canadian Cancer Society is turning to the public for support for Daffodil Place. The 24-room facility offers affordable accommodations for cancer patients who must travel to St. John's for care an...
Nov 14, 2020
Police Locate Missing Man
Police have confirmed the location of Alvin Paul, reported missing over the weekend. The RNC confirmed his safety and well-being, and offers thanks to the public for their assistance.
Nov 14, 2020
Applications Open for City of St. John's Grants Program
Applications are now open for a number of grants offered by the city of St. John's. The city is offering funding to community, sport, and artist groups and organizations, as well as special events and...
Nov 14, 2020
Another Restaurant Closes in Downtown St. John's
Another restaurant in downtown St. John's is closing shop. The Green Door Restaurant and Bar announced yesterday on social media that it is shutting down. Located on Water Street, the business had bee...
Nov 14, 2020
Dominion Workers Ratify New Agreement Ending Strike Action
Dominion workers have ratified a new collective agreement with Loblaw, bringing an end to 12 weeks of strike action. Unifor confirmed Friday evening that workers voted to accept the final offer as pre...
Nov 13, 2020
RCMP Constable Charged with Firearms Offences
An RCMP constable stationed in Whitbourne has been charged with firearms offences stemming from an incident earlier this month. On November 5, police responded to the home of Constable Levi Bennett du...
Nov 13, 2020 (Whitbourne RCMP detachment.)
19-Year-Old Hopedale Man Charged with Second Degree Murder
Police have charged a 19-year-old Hopedale man with second-degree murder following a violent assault in the town earlier this year. On the afternoon of May 11, RCMP received a report that a man was ki...
Nov 13, 2020
Snowfall Warnings Issued Across Parts of Eastern Newfoundland
Winter is going to make itself known over the eastern portion of the island this weekend. Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for St. John's and vicinity through to Terra Nova and the Bur...
Nov 13, 2020
NBL Canada Delays Tentative Start Until March 2021
Another delay has been dealt to professional basketball in this province as the National Basketball League of Canada has once again bumped the start date for its upcoming season. Originally slated for...
Nov 13, 2020 (Photo courtesy NBL Canada.)
