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Minister Optimistic About Interest in Offshore Exploration
Energy Minister Andrew Parsons can't say for certain whether any particular companies have expressed an interest in exploration in the NL offshore in the near future, but things are looking positive. ...
Apr 14, 2025
Man Facing Mischief Charges Following Alleged Threat that Prompted Shelter in Place Advisory
The RNC has confirmed that the shelter in place issued for the Health Sciences, and MUN's Faculty of Medicine was based on a weapons-related threat received at the new Mental Health and Addictions Cen...
Apr 14, 2025 Main outdoor terrace and garden at the Mental Health and Addictions Facility (VOCM News)
Investigation Underway into Reported Gunshots on Thorburn Road
A man and woman were taken into custody last night and released without charge following reports of gunshots in the area of Thorburn Road near the Avalon Mall. The incident resulted in an order from R...
Apr 14, 2025
NLHS CEO Responds to Concerns About Possible Move of Adult Gynecology to the Janeway
The CEO of NL Health Services says no pediatric beds will be lost with the planned move of gynecology services from the Health Sciences Centre to the Janeway. NLHS is in the very early planning stages...
Apr 14, 2025
Long Harbour Access to Remain Closed for Several Hours
The Long Harbour Access Road is impassable as efforts continue to remove a transport truck from the side of the road. Traffic is expected to be affected for the next few hours. Drivers are being advis...
Apr 14, 2025
Holy Heart Student Recognized for Excellence in STEM
Twenty high school students have been recognized by the provincial government for their academic prowess. The recipients of the 2025 Research Inspired Student Enrichment Awards were announced in St. J...
Apr 14, 2025 (Submitted)
Diabetes Canada Urging Voters to Question Candidates' Stance on Health Care
The organization which speaks for persons with diabetes would like to see voters ask questions of candidates regarding health care and their intentions if elected. Newfoundland and Labrador has the hi...
Apr 14, 2025 Omnipod insulin pump pictured alongside a vial of insulin and a Dexxom G7 continuous glucose monitor (VOCM News file photo)
UPDATE: Shelter-in-Place Advisory Lifted in Spaniard's Bay
A shelter in place advisory issued for residents in the Mint Cove Pond Road area of Spaniard's Bay has been lifted. The advisory went out earlier this morning after police received a report of a man w...
Apr 14, 2025
Coast Guard Remains On Scene of Baltic III Salvage Efforts
The Canadian Coast Guard is on the scene in the Lark Harbour area where a massive cargo ship ran aground in February. The salvage effort is being carried out by a private salvage company, hired by the...
Apr 14, 2025 Photo via Canadian Coast Guard
Province Increasing Subsidized Seats at Atlantic Veterinary College
The provincial government is making more subsidized seats available for NL students at the Atlantic Veterinary College in PEI. For years, local clinics have bemoaned a shortage of local vets, and have...
Apr 14, 2025
