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Avalanche Canada Warns of Potential Danger After Record-Breaking Snowfall
Avalanche Canada is warning residents to be careful on and around steep open slopes with the record-breaking snowfall. Avalanche Canada warns again sliding or playing around ravines, gullies, or small...
Jan 21, 2020 (File photo of avalanche in Gros Morne.)
Grand Falls-Windsor Sends In Snow Clearing Reinforcements
More snow clearing reinforcements are on the way. Grand Falls-Windsor Mayor Barry Manuel says they're joining in the clean up efforts on the Avalon Peninsula. They're sending three staff, a diesel sno...
Jan 21, 2020
Oil Companies Doing Limited Deliveries in St. John's
Some oil companies will be able to help people who run out of oil. Oil trucks are not permitted on city streets so some companies will dispatch a service van. The last time oil trucks were out was Thu...
Jan 21, 2020
Metro Region Schools to Remain Closed for the Week
Schools in the St. John's-Metro region are going to remain closed for the rest of the week. They did not open Friday, and will not re-open until Monday at the earliest. Getting to and from school in m...
Jan 21, 2020
Taxi Companies Offering Rides for Those in Need as Grocery Stores Temporarily Open
As the capital city enters its fifth day under a state of emergency, taxi companies will be sending out their fleets to help vulnerable residents restock on groceries. St. John's has given some stores...
Jan 21, 2020 (Customers line up outside Sobeys on January 21, 2020.)
Harbour Grace Couple Ties the Knot in Aftermath of Record-Breaking Storm
One couple from Harbour Grace proved love triumphs over all, even major snowstorms. Chris and Brianne Butt weren't going to let the massive snowfall put a stop to their wedding. So, after digging them...
Jan 21, 2020
Vehicle Safety Checks Important After Heavy Snowfalls, says Business Owner
The owner of Car Fix in St. John's says people should be checking underneath their hood before starting up their vehicles after heavy snowfalls. Gary Ball says snow can find its way into places in and...
Jan 21, 2020
Thousands Flock to Restock at Stores Across St. John's as State of Emergency Reaches Fifth Day
Tens of thousands of people are expected to flock to grocery and convenience stores in St. John's this morning, which opened their doors as of 10 a.m. For most, it will be the first time they'll be ab...
Jan 21, 2020
Search Efforts Continue in Roaches Line for Missing Man
The search continued again today for missing 26-year-old Joshua Wall. The Avalon North Wolverines and RCMP Police Dog Services put their focus on areas off of the trail network which is believed to ha...
Jan 20, 2020
St. John's Puts New Parking Measures in Place for 24-Hour Snow Removal
The City of St. John's is implementing new measures for the overnight parking ban to allow for 24-hour snow removal operations. Parking on City streets outside the downtown and Business District area ...
Jan 20, 2020 (Photo by Earl Noble)
