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George Street Association perceives COVID-19 Double Standard
The George Street Association is seeking clarification around Covid-19 rules following a recent large gathering on the pedestrian mall in downtown St. John's. Photos circulating on social media last T...
Aug 26, 2020 (Submitted photo.)
Pressure Mounting to Change Requirements for Rotational Workers Returning to Province
There's a growing sentiment for some changes regarding the rules in Newfoundland and Labrador for rotational workers. Currently, they are required to self-isolate for 14 days upon their return to the ...
Aug 26, 2020
Man Dead Following ATV Crash on South Coast
A man is dead following yet another ATV crash in the province. The latest incident occurred last evening on the highway between St. Jacques and Belleoram. Further details are expected later today
Aug 26, 2020
New Premier, Education Minister to Join Today's COVID-19 Briefing
Premier Andrew Furey will be part of this afternoon's weekly COVID-19 update. Furey will join Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Janice Fitzgerald, and Education Minister Tom Osborne for today's upd...
Aug 26, 2020
"That's It": Business Owner Trucking Along After Vehicle Stolen Downtown
A local business owner is keeping his attitude upbeat after an expensive piece of property was stolen yesterday Todd Perrin is co-owner of Mallard Cottage. He says around 2:30 yesterday afternoon he l...
Aug 26, 2020 Todd Perrin (File photo)
Questions Raised Over What Constitutes Essential Travel During Ferry Captains Strike
The Mayor of Fogo Island says there is a lot of confusion as to what constitutes essential travel during the marine captain's strike. Five routes are on a reduced schedule with some down to only one r...
Aug 26, 2020
Driver Charged with Impaired Following Hit and Run in Metro
A 53-year-old man has a future date with a judge after he was nabbed for impaired driving in the capital city last night. Police were called to the center city area around 7 p.m. to reports of a hit a...
Aug 26, 2020
More Details About Riding the Bus Released as Return to School Draws Near
The Newfoundland and Labrador English School District has released more information on riding the bus for the upcoming school year. When waiting for the bus, students must stand two arms distances apa...
Aug 26, 2020
Plan for Assistance for Oil and Gas Sector in the Works by Opposition Leader
The leader of the opposition expects the new leader of the Conservative Party of Canada will embrace the party's position on support for the offshore oil industry. Ches Crosbie, who has yet to speak w...
Aug 26, 2020
Limiting Spread of Parvovirus a Pandemic Positive, says Veterinarian
Self-isolation imposed earlier this year helped to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and the flu among people, but it also prevented the spread of deadly illnesses among pets. Dr. Maggie Brown-Bury is a ...
Aug 26, 2020 (File/VOCM News)
