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Many Residents Share Concerns Over Crime, says Incumbent MP
The Conservative incumbent in Central Newfoundland is citing a recent rise in crime in the riding as one of the issues of concern to voters. Clifford Small was re-elected in the riding last night, han...
Apr 29, 2025 Clifford Small, Coast of Bays Central Notre Dame Federal MP PC Party
'Backhoe Bandit' Gets Two-Year Sentence in Witless Bay Heist
A man linked to a half dozen break-ins at banks and gas stations using trucks and excavators has been sentenced to two years in jail. But with time already served, he should be out in a few months. Th...
Apr 29, 2025 Josh Weir is escorted into provincial court this morning. (VOCM News)
NDP President Blames Downfall on Tensions With United States, Not Policies
NDP candidate and party president Mary Shortall says fear in the face of U.S. President Donald Trump's threats on Canada contributed to the collapse of national NDP support in the federal election. Th...
Apr 29, 2025 Mary Shortall
Snowmobiler No Worse for Wear After Deep Water Rescue in Labrador
There were no injuries after a snowmobiler in Labrador got their machine stuck in deep water last week. The RCMP were first notified that the driver, who was travelling alone, got their machine stuck ...
Apr 29, 2025
Mark Critch Recognized With Prestigious Award
One of Newfoundland and Labrador's performing treasures has received one of the industry's top honours. Actor and comedian Mark Critch was presented with the ACTRA Award of Excellence this weekend in ...
Apr 29, 2025 (Mark Critch/Facebook)
Former VOCM Broadcaster and Marketing Director Passes Away
A former broadcaster and former Director of Marketing with VOCM has passed away. James (Jim) Walsh passed Sunday, April 27 after a lengthy illness. He was 76. Walsh was a self-taught artist who spent ...
Apr 29, 2025 (Barrett's Funeral Home)
$600,000 Cabin, Host of Prizes Up for Grabs in Easter Seals' 2025 Luxury Cabin Lottery
Easter Seals has officially launched its 2025 Luxury Cabin Lottery. There are a slew of prizes to be won, including early bird prizes and a 50/50 draw. The grand prize is a $600,000 cabin located in B...
Apr 29, 2025 (cabinlottery.ca)
Government Planning to Install 10 New Wi-Fi Hotspots in Dead Zones
The provincial government is looking for applications aimed at expanding Wi-Fi access across the province. As part of a pilot project last year, government installed two solar-powered, satellite-enabl...
Apr 29, 2025 Joshua Hoehne / Unsplash
Mother Shares Tragic Story of Son Who Was Killed on Job During National Day of Mourning
Many a tear was spilled at Confederation Building yesterday as people paid tribute to loved ones who have been killed or seriously injured on the job. Yesterday was the National Day of Mourning, an ev...
Apr 29, 2025 Terri Murphy (VOCM News)
Quality Rest Key to Maintaining Good Physical and Mental Wellness
Quality rest is a critical part of maintaining good physical and mental health. That's according to wellness expert Dr. Mike Wahl, who says good sleep hygiene is an important part of a person's overal...
Apr 29, 2025 Lux Graves / Unsplash
