Category Archives: Local News

A man facing a laundry list of charges, including sixteen suspensions from driving, was found doing exactly that in CBS yesterday. Officers recognized the man driving on Peacekeepers Way just before 3...

The RNC is concerned for the safety of a Labrador man reported missing from St. John's. Twenty-nine-year-old Joshua Compton of Wabush was last seen around 11:00 on Wednesday evening in the area of Jas...

A bill making its way through the federal system, instigated by a woman from Newfoundland/Labrador after a vicious beating from her intimate partner, has cleared another hurdle. Georgina McGrath of Br...

There's an increased police presence on Bennett Drive in Gander. The RCMP are asking people to avoid the area at this time. No further information is available. VOCM News is tracking this story and wi...

The last of the five people convicted in a near-fatal attack outside PWC high school last year has been sentenced. Tyler Greening, who was 18 at the time of the shocking, lunchtime assault, was senten...

Provincial wildlife officers are monitoring the activity of a reported black bear in and around Wabush. Staff are setting up bear traps to try to capture and relocate the animal. They are asking peopl...

There will be no tax increases for residents of Portugal Cove-St. Philips in the coming year. The town approved its 2025 budget this week - maintaining services, and continuing a 20 per cent property ...

The union representing teachers across the province has seen first-hand the impact cell phones have had in the learning environment. NLTA President Trent Langdon says cell phones provide students with...

Donations are now being accepted for the Healthcare Foundation's Tree of Memories, a campaign to honour loved ones. Funds raised will support seniors and long-term care residents at Pleasant View Towe...

The Avalon Arena Association says the agreement with Capital Auto Group for renaming of the former Twin Rinks will be "critical" for the arena moving forward. The busy St. John's hockey rink is now kn...