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Students Showcase Science, Tech Skills Through 'MakerSpace' Program
Students in 30 schools across Newfoundland and Labrador are being given the opportunity to participate in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) activities as part of their curriculum, thank...
Dec 09, 2019
Dairy Farm in Cormack Set to Expand Operations with $400k Funding
A dairy farm on the Great Northern Peninsula is expanding their milking herd with the help of $400,000 from the Canadian Agriculture Partnership. Cornerstone Farm in Cormack has been operating since 2...
Dec 09, 2019 (Photo courtesy @FLR_GovNL via Twitter.)
Christmas Card Fundraiser Warms Spirits in Support of Rainbow Riders
Rainbow Riders has crafted handmade Christmas cards in support of their programs, and to spread joy this holiday season. The cards were designed by two children who participate in equine therapy progr...
Dec 09, 2019
Investigation Continues Into Disappearance of Man Four Years Ago
Police are asking for the public's help in their investigation of a disappearance of a 67-year-old man over four years ago. Peter Mercer was last seen in the area of Butter Pot Road in Holyrood on Jun...
Dec 09, 2019
Some Contention Over Throne Speech, but Analyst says Don't Expect Confidence Motion
The Throne Speech in Ottawa is done, but don't expect any motion of confidence to come up in the House of Commons this week, according to one political analyst with Abacus Data. Tim Powers claims the ...
Dec 09, 2019 Tim Powers (VOCM File Photo.)
Man Arrested After Allegedly Assaulting Tim Hortons Employee
A man has been arrested after an employee at Tim Hortons in Springdale was allegedly assaulted. The incident began unfolding at about 6 a.m. on Sunday. Baie Verte RCMP say the 59-year-old, who is from...
Dec 09, 2019
Group Protests Over 'Broken Promise' of High-Speed Internet Access
A protest has taken to the Coachman's Cove Branch on the Baie Verte Peninsula over access to high-speed internet. The group says they are still without access to the service, despite what they call nu...
Dec 09, 2019
High Temps and High Winds Set to Batter Island Tomorrow
The island can expect to see high temperatures beginning tomorrow, but that comes with a price. A combination of high winds and rain will prevail over most of the island with the southwest coast getti...
Dec 09, 2019
E. Coli Contamination Confirmed in Salad Kits Sold Locally
There's an outbreak of E. coli stemming from consumption of salad kits in several provinces including Newfoundland and Labrador. The Public Health Agency of Canada says exposure to Fresh Express brand...
Dec 09, 2019
Traditional Christmas Community Dinner Today Hosted by Rogers Rogers Moyse
It's a Christmas tradition that's been carried out for the last 12 years. Rogers Rogers Moyse is hosting its annual Christmas Community Dinner at the Knights of Columbus on St. Clare Avenue today. Gue...
Dec 09, 2019 The Rogers Rogers Moyse Christmas Community dinner, 2018
