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Union Leader, Philanthropist Patrick McCormick Passes Away at 72
A local union leader and philanthropist has passed away. Patrick McCormick passed away on Tuesday, he was 72. McCormick's career spanned over four decades where he was involved in a number of differen...
Feb 28, 2020
First Name Comes Forward: John Abbott Confirms Intention to Run for Liberal Leadership
The first candidate for the leadership of the provincial Liberal Party has come forward. Former high-ranking bureaucrat, John Abbott has confirmed his intention to seek the Liberal leadership. Abbott ...
Feb 28, 2020
Local Production Company Teams Up with French TV Series for NL-Based Shoot
A new TV show is being shot in Newfoundland, but you won't see this on local television when it airs. Take the Shot, a film production company based out of Newfoundland, is working with a Parisian fil...
Feb 28, 2020
Charges Withdrawn from Five People in Connection with Muskrat Falls Protests
Five people charged with breaches of court orders in connection with protests at the Muskrat Falls site in October of 2016 have either been acquitted or had their charges withdrawn. Defence lawyer Mar...
Feb 28, 2020 (File photo.)
Newfoundland Growlers Seek New 'Buddy' to Help Fill Iconic Role
Buddy the Puffin-the mascot for the Newfoundland Growlers-is so popular he needs a little help, and the organization is turning to the public for some assistance. Senior Vice President of the Growlers...
Feb 28, 2020
Outdoor Advocate Calls Departure of Ecologists from WERAC 'Troubling News'
A local outdoor advocate is lamenting dwindling wildlife advocacy in the province, even as climate change and ecological protection dominate headlines worldwide. Wayne Holloway says the departure of D...
Feb 28, 2020
Blowing Snow and 'Extreme Whiteouts' Create Treacherous Driving Conditions
The RCMP says the Trans-Canada Highway has reopened in both directions after a period of trouble due to 'extreme whiteout' conditions and drifting snow. Tch by witless bay line about an hour ago. Stay...
Feb 28, 2020 (Photo courtesy Munroe Young via Twitter.)
$165,000 in Contraband Tobacco Seized, Three Men Charged
Three men are facing charges following the seizure this week of 3,300 cartons of contraband tobacco from a cube van on the highway near Port aux Basques. A 32-year-old man from St. John's and two Moun...
Feb 27, 2020
Local Comedy Group Posts Video Suggestion for Liberal Leadership
While it's still not clear who wants to run for the Liberal leadership, local comedy ensemble The Outhouse has a suggestion. Cecil, the character created by comedian Mike Lynch, is interested in the j...
Feb 27, 2020
Minister Haggie says Province Has Plan to Restructure Health Care System
Health Minister John Haggie says the provincial government has a plan to restructure the health care system. Haggie was responding to former Saskatchewan Health Minister Dr. Janice MacKinnon who recen...
Feb 27, 2020
