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Several Valuable Items Stolen from Home in Newman's Cove
Bonavista RCMP are investigating a break-in on Strickland's Lane in Newman's Cove that saw a number of expensive items removed from the property. Someone broke into the property sometime between 5:00 ...
Oct 02, 2024
Local Tourism Operator Calling Out Government for Removing Roadside Sign With Chainsaw
A business in St. John's which caters to tourists and is ranked in the top 10 per cent by Trip Advisor is furious after the provincial government wrecked and disposed of a $3,000 sign he had erected o...
Oct 02, 2024
RCMP Investigate Suspicious Discovery of Human Remains in Bay Roberts Truck
Bay Roberts RCMP are investigating the discovery of human remains found in a pickup parked on Country Road. Police say the man's remains were found Monday morning, and they're deeming his death as sus...
Oct 02, 2024
Malfunctioning Morgue in Nain Prompts MHA to Call for Investigation Into Labrador-Grenfell Health
The MHA for Torngat Mountains is calling for an investigation into the operations in the Labrador-Grenfell Health zone due to a lack of access to timely health care in northern Labrador. Lela Evans sa...
Oct 02, 2024 Lela Evans speaking with reporters in the House of Assembly (VOCM News)
CMHC's Housing Need Estimates for NL Unrealistic, Says Minister
The minister of housing calls estimates suggesting that the province needs 60,000 new housing units by 2030 "highly idealistic." John Abbott provided some clarification on what the numbers actually me...
Oct 02, 2024
Police Issue Warrant for Marystown Man Wanted on Serious Charges
RCMP have issued an arrest warrant for a Marystown man wanted on a number of serious charges. Leon Smith is wanted on charges of flight from police, obstructing a peace officer, dangerous driving, fai...
Oct 02, 2024
MUN Students Rally Over Cost, Infrastructure Concerns
A small but vocal crowd rallied at Memorial University this morning about the cost of education and university infrastructure. The rain and wind did not deter many students and supporters from turning...
Oct 02, 2024
Police Searching for Woman Missing from Trinity Conception Region
RCMP have concerns for the safety and well-being of a woman reported missing from the Trinity Conception area. Police say 28-year-old Stephanie Noftall was last seen around 4:00 a.m. on Monday, Septem...
Oct 02, 2024 A photo of Noftall provided by RCMP.
PUB Seeking Input on Pricing Regulations in Labrador
The Public Utilities Board has released a consultation document for residents of Labrador as part of its ongoing review into the regulation of fuel pricing in the province. The PUB is seeking addition...
Oct 02, 2024
Expansion Top Priority for Avalon Arena Association's New Executive Director
The new Executive Director of the Avalon Arena Association-which operates the Twin Rinks and Capital Subaru arena-says exploring opportunities for expansion is among his main priorities. Ken O'Leary a...
Oct 02, 2024
