Category Archives: Local News

Here are some of the stories that made headlines in May 2025. John Hogan Takes Helm of NL Liberals as Furey Steps Down Newfoundland and Labrador's music community is mourning the sudden passing of Mar...

The third suspect charged in connection with a homicide in the capital city over the weekend is now in custody. RNC were called to a home on Empire Avenue Sunday evening where the body of a 41-year-ol...

As if weather delays aren't enough, a Marine Atlantic ferry crossing was interrupted Monday night by an unruly passenger. The Highlanders had departed North Sydney en route to Port aux Basques, but th...

Premier Tony Wakeham says his promised referendum won't be held on the MOU, but rather when a final deal is reached. An independent review of the current MOU is underway, and is expected to take until...

The largest town in central Newfoundland is lowering its residential mil rate to help people cope with higher costs, but it's also taking other steps to help with affordability. Grand Falls-Windsor pa...

A woman who police say was driving her car in an erratic manner on the Bay d'Espoir Highway was intercepted Monday after others who were on the road notified them. The 27-year-old was behind the wheel...

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services has pinned down a date for the opening of the Urgent Care Centre in the east end of St. John's. The facility, which is one step below a full-blown emergency r...

Santa Claus is comin' to town tonight - and VOCM has got you covered ahead of his arrival. The list is double checked, the presents are wrapped, the sleigh is prepped, and the reindeer are itching to ...

A Christmas storm is going to hit the Avalon Peninsula first and then make its way across the province. A winter storm warning has been issued for the Avalon with heavy snow and high winds bearing dow...

There's no word yet on what led to a shelter-in-place order in the west end last evening. RNC descended on the area of James Place off Blackmarsh Road just after 6:30. Police had ordered residents to ...