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While the highway is currently open, all motorists are asked to use caution and drive according to the weather conditions.

The Fischells Salt Dome Power Generation Project will include a main facility with salt caverns, salt production, compressed air energy storage, marine components and pipelines to transport seawater from St. George’s Bay.

A 59-year-old Piccadilly man was pulled over by the RCMP this past weekend for not wearing a helmet.

Instructor Chris Joseph says they help people aged 19 and older with foundational literacy which includes the basics of reading, writing and mathematics.

The RNC is urging parents to teach responsible online behavior and set guidelines to promote a safe online experience.

On Bayfm’s Trash Talk, Outreach Coordinator Lynn Howse says there could still be smoldering in the area for a while. 

Kaylee Sullivan says they’re planning a huge celebration on the Majestic Lawn from noon until 3 p.m with games, music, an electric powwow, vendors, dancing and drumming. 

RNC Cst Stephanie Myers says they were called to the Bliss Street area around 3:45 p,m,

MADD Canada hosted their annual Team Nick Coates Awards.

Abby Perrill is the Regional Coordinator and says they are a non-profit organization that helps people under the age of 30 with business ideas.

Quinn Jesso says this just proves that more education and community engagement is needed.

A critical phase of the project was addressed Thursday whereby a culvert required a very deep excavation.

The headline show for the season is “Shrek the Musical.”

At this time, the overall risk to the general public is low.

The Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer is involved and police are looking to identify and speak to the dog’s owner.

The RNC say it happened around 1:30 a.m. and the driver failed a roadside screening test.

Frank Humber says it’s the perfect age to learn the sport, old enough to understand the game and young enough to love it. 

When police tried to speak with the driver, he fled in the opposite direction. In the interest of public safety, RCMP did not pursue the vehicle but started patrolling the Hawkes Bay and Port Saunders areas.

President Greg Whalen says the application was sent in October, they made  it through the second phase in January and found out last month they would be getting the grant.

They will host an event on June 17th in partnership with Deer Lake Fire Rescue for residents and staff will be on hand to answer questions about Voyent Alert and help residents with setting it up.

Owner Nadine Margeson says when she arrived at work, employees were holding signs demanding fur treatment and were less than impressed that the shop dog was getting more attention. 

Cst Stephanie Myers says drivers need to keep a minimum distance of one meter between their vehicle and the cyclist.

A total of $276,500 is available with a maximum of $30,000 per organization.

Links to all events can be found on the city of Corner Brook website. 

The penalty for deliberately setting a fire now ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 and a new offence has been created for recklessly or negligently starting a forest fire with fines from $50,000 to $150,000.

It’s been 8 years since the sale of cannabis was legalized and the total retail market for the year ending March was $115M.

Coordinator Damian Power says they need dry packaged foods or canned goods which have a long shelf life. This includes long spaghetti, plain white rice, tins of beans, soup, vegetables, as well as soda crackers. 

It happened around 10 a.m. near Roaches Line.

For people without access to the internet or who don’t feel comfortable using this method, they can still call or visit the detachment to report crimes.

Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says posted speed limits and traffic control signage in construction zones are in effect 24 hours a day, regardless of whether workers are visibly present.

On Bayfm’s Qalipu Today Chief Jenny Brake says after twenty years of achieving ratification and 15 years since being federally recognized as a band, the  Mi’kmaq language will be there for our children.

The Municipal Assessment Agency can be reached by phoning 1-877-777-2807 or emailing info@maa.ca.

It can fly in high winds, wet conditions, and temperatures down to -20. The drone is also equipped with search lights, a speaker to communicate with people on the ground, as well as night and thermal imaging capabilities, and a high resolution camera with 112x zoom.I

The trip is expected to take 7 weeks and covers about 17,000 kms.

She says it was a difficult fire to fight and took place in an area where there was a lot of construction materials and went deep below the ground. 

Executive Director Louise Gauthier says they knew the tenth anniversary was coming and they wanted something special so last year they started working on a Fusion Residency Program using different disciplines.

Nominations are open for the Premier’s and Minister’s Teaching Awards.

Kelly is charged with careless storage of a firearm, ammunition and a prohibited weapon.

Minister Joedy Wall will be in Corner Brook this week to have discussions with local MHAs about this and other housing needs in the area. 

Qalipu First Nation Chief Jenny Brake says the Director of Fisheries told her this was the best attendance for a meeting of the fisheries committee. .

Port Saunders RCMP thanks the public for their assistance.

The fire was set only 500 metres away from a residential structure.

Anyone heading to the landfill should expect longer wait times and follow staff directions.

Brad Evoy is the Chief Administrative Officer with QFN. He says the room was packed and the focus was on key priorities,  like language revitalization and housing instability.

Updates will be provided as available.

The process uses a low current electrical field and stuns the fish without hurting them, so they can be removed with a net.

World Oceans Day is an opportunity to celebrate the ocean's role in our lives, raise awareness about marine conservation, and inspire action to protect our marine environments.  

Lynn Howse is the Regional Outreach Officer with WRWM. She says the fire started and stayed far enough away. 

Backyard fire pits with a proper spark arrestor as well as charcoal bbq's are once again permitted, and fireworks will be permitted.

The town issued an advisory yesterday in light of hearing about excessive speeds on Marble Drive.

There will also be a special top chef pop-up celebration at the event on Sunday.

Marine Contractors is on site at the landfill with an excavator breaking apart burning piles so water can be applied directly to fire sources.

The cause of the fire is not yet known.

Acting Seniors Advocate Pamela Dawe says this helps everyone rethink the stereotypes about aging, and that age does not define ability, purpose, or possibility. 

Cst Stephanie Myers says some people are turning seemingly innocent ways of celebrating into potentially dangerous and illegal acts – the riskier the behaviour, the more points awarded.

Coordinator Alison James says anyone can apply but the focus is outside of the metro area.

St. Michael’s Elementary will get $15K through the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation (ILOR).

Officials have contacted the RNC and asked for more enforcement.

Highlights include coverage for the surgical extraction of any tooth, a new retention bonus for 10 dentists in rural areas.

The Raymond Heights will be at the Grove and Garden on June 20th, and they’re playing at the Massey Drive Party on the Hill July 11th.

With 19 per cent of redevelopment completed at the Martin Gallant Building it will now be reassessed to ensure the most efficient approach to delivering accessible government services.

Krista Tarbett has been with BOISAR for 5 years now and was the Search Manager on this deployment. She says luckily he had cell phone service.

Games Chair Len Moores says Corner Brook Intermediate and Corner Brook Regional High will help house the athletes.

RCMP say just before 10 p.m. on June 2, they responded to the collision on the Trans-Canada Highway.

When they tried to arrest 32- year-old  Jonathon Learning, he resisted, assaulted an officer and fled on foot.

In terms of WorkplaceNL coverage, workplace harassment involves aggressive, intimidating or discriminatory conduct as a repeated behaviour or a single, serious event.

They’re hosting an Accessibility Launch event this Friday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Mayor Linda Chaisson says it’s very expensive so they’re looking at twice a year for delivery

A news release issued by Postmedia last month explained their decision was due to a comprehensive review of its flyer distribution operations across Canada.

Katie’s Konvenience is the winner of the 2026 outstanding independence awards Canada, presented by Convenience Store news Canada.

An outboard boat motor, a battery-operated lawnmower, two chainsaws and a circular saw were taken.

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.

The  25.5 hectares expansion involves the development of 50 new RV campsites and 30 tenting sites.

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.

The workshop will take place June 17th and to register go to cornerbrookport.com

Since beginning in 2019, ParticipACTION has awarded $1.5M to 49 communities.

RCMP say 56-year-old Scott Lavers was driving and doing 113 km/hr in a 90 zone.

Emergency crews were on the scene due to a motor vehicle collision.

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.

They can now take e-bikes, scooters, electronic toys and games, as well as ipads and e-books.

Any claim would consider the road’s pre-existing condition and cover only the repairs required to restore it to that state.

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.

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.

It was open to grades 7-12 and the winners get $1,000 as well as a plaque for their school.

The RCMP-RNC Joint Forces Operation West along with the Deer Lake RCMP, were in the area on Wednesday and noticed drug trafficking activity.

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.

Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says military munitions can vary greatly in shape, size, markings, condition and age.

Tenders have been issued, with construction expected to begin later this year.

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. 

India Beer has been brewed here since 1893. 

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.

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.

The driver was handed tickets and is due to appear in Stephenville Provincial Court during July.

 Deer Lake RCMP thanks the public for their assistance.

There was no risk to public safety.

Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says it looks like something that came from World War II.

So far this year, the city has received 108 requests for permits, they’ve issued 73 and there are 35 in progress.

On average, 12 Canadians are diagnosed with MS every day and most people are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 49. 

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.   

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.

Louise Pedersen is known for leadership, dedication, and commitment to her peers and community.

Residents are reminded to keep a safe distance away if they do see the animal.

At this week’s public meeting, Mayor Linda Chaisson spoke about the former city clerk’s devotion to community and sport.

The season begins September 12th and will close December 31st.

The man was reported missing on May 22.

The Community Radio Awards in Broadcast and Online selected BayFM for their “Community Engagement Award.”

The RCMP provided an update on Saturday.

The operator, an 18 year old male, was rushed to Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville with life-threatening injuries.