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On April 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a series of new tariffs as part of his “Liberation Day” initiative, aiming to bolster domestic manufacturing and address perceived trade imbalances. These measures include a universal baseline tariff of 10% on imports from all countries and targeted reciprocal tariffs ranging from 10% to 50% on

Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL – A 44-year-old man was arrested by Happy Valley-Goose Bay RCMP on March 28, 2025, after being found in possession of opioids following a vehicle crash. At approximately 9:00 p.m. on Friday, officers on patrol encountered a single-vehicle crash on Cabot Crescent. The driver, identified as Darryl Dyson, was operating the

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) is urging the Newfoundland and Labrador government to reduce the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) and implement spending restraints to alleviate financial pressures on residents. In their 2025 pre-budget report, the CTF recommends cutting the HST by two percentage points, from 15% to 13%, which could result in over $700 in

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Newfoundland and Labrador (RCMP NL) is reminding the public to protect themselves and vulnerable members of their communities from fraud and scams. With various online and telephone scams continuing to circulate, as well as fraudulent activity on buy-and-sell sites and credit card misuse, awareness is key to prevention. Common

Port aux Basques is reeling from the loss of a beloved local institution after a devastating fire tore through the Harbour Restaurant on Monday evening. Fire crews battled the inferno for hours, but the flames consumed the popular eatery, leaving little behind. Videos circulating on social media captured the restaurant fully engulfed, as residents watched

PORT AUX BASQUES – Firefighters are currently on the scene of a fire near the Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal in Channel-Port aux Basques. The blaze, which broke out on Caribou Road, has prompted authorities to close the area as emergency crews work to bring the situation under control. At this time, details remain limited, and

St. Vincent’s, NL – Holyrood RCMP is investigating damage to a CBC building and satellite dish in St. Vincent’s, believed to have been caused by a firearm. On March 26, 2025, a CBC employee discovered damage to the building, leading police to suspect that a firearm was involved. Approximately a month earlier, similar damage was

Emergency crews in Avondale wrapped up their search last night after an extensive eight-hour effort failed to locate a reported person in distress. The Avondale Volunteer Fire Department received a call just before 3:00 p.m. on Sunday after a homeowner reported hearing cries for help from the nearby woods. Upon arrival, firefighters also heard what