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Man Arrested and Charged Following Stabbing Incident in Bonavista

Bonavista, NL – A 52-year-old man has been arrested and charged following a stabbing incident in Bonavista on Wednesday evening. Bonavista RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing at a local residence shortly before 7:00 p.m. When officers arrived, they located the victim at the scene. Emergency Medical Services were called, but the victim […]

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Wildfires in Lewisporte, Small Point, and Chance Harbour: Updates from Forestry and Emergency Officials

Multiple wildfires across the province prompted swift action from wildfire response teams, with officials reporting containment and continued suppression efforts. In Lewisporte, a fire that broke out earlier today has now been contained. Two water bombers and a bird dog aircraft were deployed to combat the blaze, supported by ground crews from Forestry and the

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Wildfire Near Chance Harbour Prompts Precautionary Cabin Evacuations

CHANCE HARBOUR –  Crews made solid progress today in battling the wildfire near Chance Harbour, but shifting wind conditions expected tomorrow could pose new challenges. Officials say strong north-northwest winds forecasted for Wednesday may drive smoke and fire activity toward the nearby communities of Jamestown and Winter Brook. While the fire is not currently expected

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Evacuation Alert Issued for Town of Badger Due to Growing Wildfire

Residents Urged to Prepare in Case Evacuation is Ordered Badger, NL –  An Evacuation Alert has been issued for the town of Badger as a nearby wildfire continues to grow, prompting concerns for public safety. The alert means that while no evacuation is currently required, residents are strongly urged to prepare in case the situation

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Bay St. George RCMP Investigating After Airsoft Gun Fired at Stephenville Firefighters

Stephenville, NL – Bay St. George RCMP are investigating an incident involving an airsoft-style firearm that was fired at members of the Stephenville Fire Department earlier this week. At approximately 7:20 p.m. on June 3, officers responded to a report from the Stephenville Fire Department that three males in a black Honda Civic had driven

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Police Seek Public’s Help in Downtown George Street Assault Investigation

St. John’s, NL  — The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is requesting the public’s assistance as they investigate a serious assault that occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 24, on George Street in downtown St. John’s. At approximately 3:00 a.m., officers from the RNC’s Operational Patrol Services responded to a call from paramedics

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Dancing Lights Over Newfoundland and Labrador: Aurora Borealis Set to Shine Bright This Week

Residents of Newfoundland and Labrador are in for a rare treat this week as a powerful geomagnetic storm is set to illuminate the skies with the mesmerizing hues of the Aurora Borealis. Thanks to heightened solar activity during the current solar maximum, the Northern Lights are expected to be visible much farther south than usual,

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Fire Ban Issued for St. John’s, Mount Pearl, and Paradise Amid High Hazard Rating

Avalon Peninsula, NL — The St. John’s Regional Fire Department has issued a fire ban for St. John’s, Mount Pearl, and Paradise due to an elevated fire hazard rating across the region. Effective immediately, the ban prohibits all outdoor wood-burning appliances, charcoal barbecues, and open fires. However, propane firepits and propane BBQs are still permitted

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Road Crews and Heavy Equipment Return: Construction Season Underway in Newfoundland and Labrador

With the arrival of warmer weather, construction season is now in full swing across Newfoundland and Labrador. Crews are out across the province performing “scratch and patch” repairs, paving major highways, and launching multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects planned for the 2025 construction season. On roads throughout the Avalon, Burin, and Central regions, drivers are encountering familiar

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Detour in Place on Anderson Avenue for Shared-Use Path Construction

St. John’s, NL – Motorists and pedestrians traveling through central St. John’s should prepare for detours and delays as construction work begins today on Anderson Avenue. The City of St. John’s has announced a temporary lane closure on Anderson Avenue between Guy Street and Freshwater Road as part of ongoing upgrades under the Kelly’s Brook Shared-Use

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