Local News
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RCMP looking for help with a break and enter in Woody Point
An outboard boat motor, a battery-operated lawnmower, two chainsaws and a circular saw were taken.
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Bulk household garbage collection due to wrap up in Corner Brook last week is still continuing
On Bayfm with Lenny Benoit, Linda Chaisson says in some cases, people who didn’t book an appointment are dumping garbage on other properties to be picked up.
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Humber Valley business working on expansion at a campground near St. Anthony
The 25.5 hectares expansion involves the development of 50 new RV campsites and 30 tenting sites.
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The ground has been broken at the site of a major salt mine in St. George's
The Great Atlantic Salt Project is being developed by Atlas Salt Inc. with the potential to produce upwards of 4.0 million tonnes of road de-icing salt annually.
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Port of Corner Brook to offer free workshop for those looking to get involved in the cruise guest experience
The workshop will take place June 17th and to register go to cornerbrookport.com
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Stephenville sets sights on being Canada's Most Active Community
Since beginning in 2019, ParticipACTION has awarded $1.5M to 49 communities.
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Two men arrested Friday after police find cocaine, pills, and cash during a traffic stop on Route 430
RCMP say 56-year-old Scott Lavers was driving and doing 113 km/hr in a 90 zone.
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Trans Canada Highway is open now near the Bay d'Espoir turnoff
Emergency crews were on the scene due to a motor vehicle collision.
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Nominations close tonight to fill the vacant seat in Benoits Cove ward for Qalipu First Nation
There are 2200 members living in 20 communities that make up the ward. Electoral Officer Berty Leamon says candidates need 2 signatures, must be 18 and live in the ward.
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More electric products, or E-waste, now being accepted at the Wildcove landfill
They can now take e-bikes, scooters, electronic toys and games, as well as ipads and e-books.
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Government points to insurance claims for road negligence as trucks haul away the MSC Baltic III
Any claim would consider the road’s pre-existing condition and cover only the repairs required to restore it to that state.
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Corner Brook business owner asks for help with identifying who is responsible for vandalism last week
Winmar owner Shane Mollon says 20 tires were punctured, which included 4 sets of vehicle tires and 4 tires on an enclosed trailer, upwards of $5K in damages.
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June is Pride month and the Corner Brook Bay of Islands Pride group have many events on the go
Quinn Jesso says Pride is so important because there are so many people who can’t be themselves and events during Pride month offer a safe space with support where people can be themselves.
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Five west coast students win the 2026 WorkplaceNL student safety video/radio ad contest
It was open to grades 7-12 and the winners get $1,000 as well as a plaque for their school.
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Norris Point man and Corner Brook woman caught with cocaine near Howley this week
The RCMP-RNC Joint Forces Operation West along with the Deer Lake RCMP, were in the area on Wednesday and noticed drug trafficking activity.
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Two men arrested, one with a Canada Wide warrant, with drugs, cash and more in Corner Brook last night
33-year-old Travis Byrne was the subject of an active Canada-wide arrest warrant and also faces an additional charge of obstructing a police officer.
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Military munition found in Bay St. George has been safely disposed of at a secure location
Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says military munitions can vary greatly in shape, size, markings, condition and age.
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Moose fencing coming on the TCH from Glide Lake Road to Little Harbour
Tenders have been issued, with construction expected to begin later this year.
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Government calls for a seven-day food fishery for us all
Minister Loyola O'Driscoll is asking the federal Fisheries minister grant seven-day access to the South Coast and West Coast, as a balanced approach meeting the needs of everyone.
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India Beer hosting one-night-only event in Ft. McMurray, bringing that deep sense of connection to home
India Beer has been brewed here since 1893.
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MHA and Mayor raise concerns over plans to truck cargo ship salvage to Stephenville
Bay of Islands MHA Eddie Joyce says when Resolve Marine originally announced details of getting the MSC Baltic III out of the area, most of the salvage was to be sent by barge to Stephenville but now starting July 1st, they’ll be trucking over 500 loads over Route 450 on to Stephenville.
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Forestry department issues statement after lynx sightings in Deer Lake this week
The department is monitoring the area and are asking people to not feed the animal or leave food out where any wild animals can access it.
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Burgeo RCMP pull over known suspended driver, no insurance, no registration, and owes $20K in fines
The driver was handed tickets and is due to appear in Stephenville Provincial Court during July.
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Missing man last seen in the Bonne Bay area has been located
Deer Lake RCMP thanks the public for their assistance.
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Heavy police presence on Wheeler's Road area of Corner Brook has ended without incident
There was no risk to public safety.
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Military munition found in Bay St. George prompts closure of Stephenville RCMP office
Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says it looks like something that came from World War II.
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Average wait time for a building or renovation permit in Corner Brook is four days
So far this year, the city has received 108 requests for permits, they’ve issued 73 and there are 35 in progress.
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MS Walk takes place in Corner Brook this Sunday with a goal of raising $26K
On average, 12 Canadians are diagnosed with MS every day and most people are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 49.
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Government declares gender based violence is an epidemic, invests $8M towards ending it
Paula Sheppard of Corner Brook’s Status of Women and the Women’s Centre was in St. John’s for yesterday’s announcement and says a task force is being created but a lot of consultation is needed.
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No updates yet on federal funding to help pay for a sewage treatment plant in Corner Brook
Meanwhile, a letter from Environment and Climate Change Canada last year, highlighted the city could face fines and even jail without a water treatment plant.
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Corner Brook CNA student gets scholarship as part of Early Childhood Educators Week
Louise Pedersen is known for leadership, dedication, and commitment to her peers and community.
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Deer Lake issues an alert after reports of a lynx sighting in the town
Residents are reminded to keep a safe distance away if they do see the animal.
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Marina Redmond honoured with the Premier’s Medal for Arts, Heritage, Sport and Recreation
At this week’s public meeting, Mayor Linda Chaisson spoke about the former city clerk’s devotion to community and sport.
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Time to get yer moose, Big Game License draw results are online
The season begins September 12th and will close December 31st.
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Man reported missing from Corner Brook located deceased
The man was reported missing on May 22.
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Bulk garbage collection in Corner Brook won't be finished until next week
Assistant Director of Engineering Andrew Miller says they tried to do it in a shorter time frame this year with four weeks instead of five, but they are a few days behind schedule.
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The Eating Disorder Foundation NL has opened a new office in Corner Brook
Paul Thomey is the Executive Director of the Eating Disorder Foundation NL and says an eating disorder is a very complicated mental health issue affecting 20,000 people in NL.
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More policing to focus on panhandling in downtown Corner Brook
The City has no bylaws that prevent persons from panhandling or doing passive solicitation.
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Applications are open for the 2026-27 Community Enhancement Employment Program until June 26th
Last year, In 2025-26, 135 projects were funded helping 685 workers.
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NL Young Farmers Mentorship Program is sowing seeds of success
It matches experienced mentors with mentees aged 18-40 who are interested in farming and planning to start their own farm business.
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Slow going in the Wreckhouse area as police respond to an overturned transport trailer
Although the TCH is currently passable, RCMP NL urges all motorists to drive with patience and proceed with extreme caution until conditions improve.
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It started in 2024 and today final touches are taking place at the site of the Deep Gulch project in Corner Brook
For walkers, the paved section of Corner Brook Stream Trail, between Margaret Bowater Park and the Sir Richard will be closed.
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Corner Brook RNC Cst Scott Mosher talks about the passing of Police Service Dog Garvey
When Garvey retired in 2020, Mosher adopted him as part of his family. He says when you lose someone like that, it leaves a hole in your heart.
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Mayor says new on-demand weekend and evening transit service is busy in Corner Brook
Linda Chaisson says they will evaluate the service at the end of the summer.
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The Port of Corner Brook re-brands to modernize for the future
Marketing and Business Development Manager Holly McDonald says the main purpose is to modernize how they present the port and better communicate its role in the region.
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RCMP looking for information after a business in Kippens was broken into last week
Police responded to an alarm at Lucy’s Bar just before 2:30 in the morning.
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This is Safe Boating Awareness Week
Boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a choice that poses an unnecessary and unacceptable risk to you, your passengers and others sharing our waters.
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RCMP NL say the Dean Penney investigation was "one of the most expensive they have ever undertaken"
Inspector Adam Palmer says over the years, close to 100 employees of all different ranks and categories worked on this, everything from interviewers, lead investigators, covert operations and support staff.
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BREAKING: Dean Penney guilty of first degree murder
The jury released their verdict in a Corner Brook courtroom this morning.
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Trio of motorbike operators caught stunting and speeding on Route 430
All three drivers had their licences suspended and their bikes seized.
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Passenger numbers up at the Deer Lake airport as Porter gets set to launch a new service to Ottawa
Airport CEO Tammy Priddle says this will provide great connections to Calgary, Vancouver and Edmonton, and tap into their growing network into the U.S and internationally.
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Former politician Gerry Byrne highlights east-west divide in NL with DFO's expanded food fishery
Last week, DFO announced this year’s food fishery will now run 7 days a week but here on the west coast, it will stay the same at only three days.
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RCMP NL pull over 80 dangerous drivers during Canada Road Safety Week
Police stopped 930 vehicles.
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It's Islaview Day in Deer Lake!
Isla Short passed away at the tender age of two after a battle with cancer and since that time, a foundation was created that has raised $700K so far to help families in crisis.
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Kruger believes government is willing to work with them to support Corner Brook Pulp and Paper
The provincial government issued a non-binding letter of intent to work toward extending the Mill’s existing power purchase agreement with NL Hydro for another twelve months.
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RCMP looking for information after a break in at the gas station on Main Road in Port au Port
An employee of the business arrived to find that a suspect or suspects had damaged power equipment to disable the store’s security system and broken a window to gain entry into the store.
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Corner Brook MHA Jim Parsons supports a social media ban for anyone under the age of 16
He says a national poll done a couple of months ago showed 75 percent of Canadians would support a social media ban for those under the age of 16.
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Deer Lake becomes Islaview tomorrow, remembering a tiny superhero and raising funds for families in crisis
Up to last year, the Islaview Foundation has raised $700K.
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Marina Redmond Centre in Corner Brook turns one year old with a free public event on Sunday
On Bayfm with Lenny Benoit, Mayor Linda Chaisson says this includes free swims from 11 a.m. to 1p.m., and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m, the gym is open free from 10 a.m until 5 p.m., and for one day only half price membership.
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Humber Arm South planning to build a permanent ice rink and eventually an outdoor sports complex
Councillor Paul Pike says many people have been reaching out to the recreation committee with support and donations for this long term goal, which could end up costing between $1.5 and $2M.
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A Grade 6 class from Templeton Academy wins the National Agriculture and Food Innovation Challenge
A news release from Agriculture in the Classroom said “Their submission showcased a deep understanding of what it means to be true agriculture and food problem solvers.”
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No federal funding to hire students at the Corner Brook Baseball Association
The president of the Corner Brook Baseball Association, Jason Mosher, says their program is run based on these student grants and they have been getting enough for 7 for as long as he can remember.
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Robust cleaning on the go in Corner Brook's downtown area and two new hires to start there soon
These positions will be focused on general cleaning, upkeep and maintenance of our downtown area.
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RNC hand out 525 tickets, mostly for speeding, during Canada Road Safety Week
On different occasions, officers observed two drivers travelling 160 km/hr on the Trans-Canada Highway near Corner Brook.
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RCMP looking for stolen snowmobile and trailer, taken from the Hampden Junction area
The theft is believed to have occurred sometime between Wednesday, May 13 and Monday, May 18.
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Eight kids from Corner Brook will be Team Canada at an international golf tournament tomorrow
It’s run by an ex PGA tour player, Ernie Els, and is called “the Els for Autism International Golf Tournament.”
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Kyle George of Corner Brook headed to the NHL Exposure Combine taking place in Buffalo this August
George had dreams of one day skating in the NHL but instead, started referring at the age of 12. .
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Review of the MOU between NL and Hydro Quebec has found it "is not in the overall best long-term interest of the people of the province"
Premier Tony Wakeham says “the report makes it clear that on issues ranging from pricing to transmission rights to the restricted ability of NL to access our own electricity for economic development, to the saddling of our province with long term debt…there are credible and realistic alternatives to the terms of the inherited MOU.”
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Fox's General Store owner talks about the decision to move to seasonal operation
Michelle Payne says the writing was on the wall during the Covid pandemic, and cutting store hours was a hard and heart breaking decision.
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RCMP pull unfit vehicle off the road in Burgeo and suspended driver caught without insurance or registration
The vehicle which the 70-year-old man was driving was impounded.
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Corner Brook bulk garbage spring clean up is nearly half way done
Mayor Linda Chaisson says about 600 pickups out of 1400 appointments are complete and over 300 tonnes were brought to the landfill on the days the city paid tipping fees.
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Water levels are at an acceptable level in Deer Lake but officials are watching the situation
Levels along the Humber River and the lake were high last week, prompting a flood watch.
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18 year old driver clocked doing 160 km/hr just west of Corner Brook on Saturday
Police ticketed the young driver, suspended their license and impounded the vehicle.
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Qalipu First Nation and Academy Canada to sign a Memorandum of Understanding tomorrow
The agreement focuses on educational pathways, capacity building, and collaborations that support sustainable community and business development.
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Police looking for drivers who put others at risk this long weekend
Canada Road Safety Week is May12th -18th and this year’s theme is ‘Road Safety: Every road. Every day. Everyone.’
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Studded tires have to come off today and unwanted ones can be dropped off at Wildcove
Western Regional Waste Management’s Lynn Howse, says tires and rims have to be separated to be dropped off at Wildcove.
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Maximum grants of $50K available for Community Violence Prevention
The Minister of Women and Gender Equality, Lela Evans, says “These grants give organizations, especially in rural and remote areas, the tools and support they need to build safer futures for all of us.”
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Department of Transportation and Infrastructure provides statement on changes to capital works funding
“A program review identified several issues affecting transparency, effectiveness, and long‑term planning. It found that the program’s structure did not support equitable distribution, efficient project delivery, or effective forward planning, and lacked clearly defined eligibility requirements.”
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JCL Investments Inc gets $14.4M contract to replace tailrace bridge in Deer Lake
The new modern bridge will be built at a higher elevation to allow for increased water levels and comes with wider lanes and pedestrian walkways.
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Keyin College opened 5th NL campus today in Stephenville
Andre Perrier is the Director of Rural Operations and says their goal is to make this west coast campus a community hub.
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Deer Lake on "high alert" with rising water levels and Kruger's plans to spill water at Main Dam starting tomorrow
Mayor Dean Ball says they met with Kruger officials and there is still a lot of snow still at the Grand Lake Reservoir, which has to be spilled to bring water levels down.
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3,000 acres of crown land now available for farmers with long term plans
This includes 14 parcels located in western, central and eastern Newfoundland.
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Pasadena Fire Chief and a Lark Harbour councillor received the RNC Citizens Recognition Award
It is presented annually as part of Police Week and recognizes those who demonstrate exceptional bravery, volunteerism, selflessness, and meaningful contributions to public safety and the community.
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Deer Lake Mayor asking residents to use caution and be prepared in case of a flood as water levels continue to rise
Deer Lake Power is set to open the gates at Main Dam starting on Friday to get to a safe water level at the Grand Lake Reservoir, adding to water levels in the town.
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Two home based businesses approved by Corner Brook city hall
They area a non-medical community resource for homecare on Wheeler’s Road and baked goods on Valley Road.
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RNC media officer Cst. Stephanie Myers talks about her career in policing
She started her policing career in 2014 and spent a number of years on the frontline and operational patrol services, then onto the Major Crimes Unit and now communications.
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BayFM wins two national awards in less than a year
The Community Radio Awards in Broadcast and Online selected BayFM for their “Community Engagement Award.”
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UPDATED: Missing man Joshua Legge found safe
The RCMP provided an update on Saturday.
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UPDATED: Teen dead after Stephenville dirt bike crash
The operator, an 18 year old male, was rushed to Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville with life-threatening injuries.
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