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Mayor Linda Chaisson says thousands of people will be here and in Stephenville including 1800 athletes along with about 2000 family members.

Last year, 104 organizations were funded to help older people stay active, engaged and connected.

The first refreshed aircraft are already in service, with the full fleet of 29 planes expected to be completed this fall.

More than $93K is going towards upgrades to Fifth Avenue in Humber Arm South. Work will include roadside stormwater infrastructure,  installation of pipe culverts and the resurfacing of asphalt.

Since CBCL completed the plan in 2017, it has not been updated.

Traffic Services West Cst Derek Hayden says drivers need to pay attention to signage.

Just before 2:45 this morning, police were called to the area where the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

A search took place but  thankfully it was determined that there was no other occupant involved during the accident.

Wakeham said 80 percent of the cost of healthcare delivery across the country is about people and retention and recruitment. 

For a second time in less than a week, the vehicle he was driving was seized and impounded by police for a period of 30 days, and he was issued an additional licence suspension.

Department of Health and Community Services said several changes have been introduced to reduce the financial burden on families.

The concert takes place on the Port aux Basques softball field on Saturday August 1

The Jigs & Wheels Festival is returning to Broadway with an exciting lineup of musical artists for the city's annual opening weekend celebrations, this year the festival will feature two jam-packed nights.

The NL Summer Games in Corner Brook and Stephenville is just over two weeks away

The town will receive a prize of $10,000 to put toward local physical activity initiatives.

Andrea Barbour, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation, this week announced $71,000 in funding to support regional organizations that provide visitor services throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

Premier Tony Wakeham, , on behalf of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, extends heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of two fish harvesters, who lost their life in a tragic incident off Harbour Round on the Baie Verte Peninsula.

Stephenville has been named Newfoundland and Labrador’s Most Active Community in the 2026 ParticipACTION Community Challenge

Pleaman Forsey, Minister of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands, Wednesday announced over $531,000 in funding to support the purchase of a fire protection vehicle and fire equipment.

The Day featured music including a new song written by Roxanne Abbott titled “Our Town” in celebration of the park’s opening, as well as a waterslide and a free BBQ. Mayor Erica Humber Shears hosted the opening.

Shortly after 6 pm on July 20, RCMP officers conducting patrols in the East Street area of St.Anthony stopped a vehicle with an expired registration.

Shortly after 10 a.m. on July 20, an officer with RCMP Traffic Services West observed a vehicle travelling at speeds up to 132 km/hr in an 80 km/hr zone on Route 430, south of Rocky Harbour.

Shortly after 11:00 p.m. Saturday evening, police conducting a traffic enforcement observed a vehicle travelling well under the posted speed limit. The driver showed signs of impairment and later failed a roadside screening

In Corner Brook an emotional ceremony took place at Branch 13 with the presentation of a painting.

Premier Tony Wakeham is off to Prince Edward island for meetings with Premiers across the country.

The project includes clearing and prepping the land for agricultural use.

Kudos to the Environment and Sustainability Program at Grenfell Campus.

High school students can now find out their marks and 96 percent of eligible graduates in NL have passed.

Premier Tony Wakeham acknowledged the impact of the Legion on the social fabric of our province, saying “the Legion has supported veterans, strengthened communities and preserved the important legacy of remembrance in our province and throughout Canada.

The City of Corner Brook has been dealing with a lot of graffitti especially on street signs or light pole but the mayor says there's not much they can do about it.

This sounds like the Eagle's song, "Hotel California" where you can check in anytime you like, but you can never leave.

Opening ceremonies will be August 8th.

He was reported missing on Wednesday. 

Outdoor fires are allowed as of 12:01 a.m.

Tri-Sun Realty Limited is building 8 units in the community and Pollard Properties Limited is building 10.

Cst Stephanie Myers says this is especially important when alcohol and drugs are involved.

The supplement ranges from $200 to $500 and is available to those whose family income for 2025 was $150,000 or less. 

Meanwhile, Women and Gender Equality Canada announced yesterday that $607.4 million will be spent over four years towards the National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence.

Town Manager Jason Young says they replaced the aging water filtration system but when the power goes out, it stops putting chlorine in.

The list of recipients this year includes the Jigs and Wheels festival in Corner Brook, Light up the Bay at the Bay of Islands Yacht Club,  the Deer Lake Strawberry Festival, Cormack Days 2026, and Qalipu First Nation Revitalizing Mi’kmaq Culture and Traditions.

Today's opening event is free to attend and will feature a BBQ, music, pony rides and a water slide.

Both suspects appear to be male and were dressed in black.

On Bayfm, Mayor Linda Chaisson spoke about the 5th annual Jigs and Wheels event coming next weekend with a ten day schedule.

Members are Donovan Conran, Ryan Perrier, Devon Benoit, Shane Blanchard, Steve White and Ryan Tiller.

The youth operating the ATV and passenger both sustained non-life threatening injuries.

Princess Cruises' Crown Princess is carrying over 3,000 passengers and 1200 crew members.

Their recent full-day, in-person meeting included discussions on community perspectives related to housing, the use of electronic monitoring, public awareness, and youth-focused education and prevention efforts.

The driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene and her passenger was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

There are over 3,000 passengers and 1,200 crew members onboard the Crown Princess.

To find the complete job ad, go to cornerbrook.com.

VP Special Projects Darren Pelley says there are four areas of investment which combine the forestry, the mill site, construction of a wind farm and technology improvements at Deer Lake Power. 

The deadline for submissions is September 7th.

The Canuck has been on the go since 2000 and Kevin Wastphal says while it’s not mainstream music, it’s fun and people have accepted what he is doing. 

RCMP Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says when police arrived on scene, the Volunteer Port aux Basques Fire Department had put out a small brush fire.

The RCMP conducts ongoing efforts across the province to check on offenders.  

The Coast Guard's Bruce English says 6 containers have been put in the ground to anchor as chains run from there to 12 puller systems, capable of pulling 300 tonnes each, and then onto the ship.

Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says just before 11 o’clock Friday night, police noticed a vehicle speeding on the TCH near Flat Bay. 

A search of the building was conducted, and the suspect, April Eddison, 33, was located and arrested without incident.

This includes a new holistic wellness, healing, and active living stream to support programs, workshops, services, and community initiatives.

A 27-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.

This included 75 percent from Canada and the remaining was an even mix of US and world travellers.

Western Regional Waste Management’s Lynn Howse says they’ll drop off the equipment that is needed to offer such an event, and pick everything up at the end of the day. 

They will complete 70 hours of virtual training over three weeks starting September 28th before they begin their 19–21 week work placements with a community sector employer.

The 37-year-old Deer Lake man has been charged with flight from police and dangerous operation of a motor-vehicle.

Darren Pelley’s presentation will outline how the more than $700M revitalization plan will support the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of the mill.

There are 10 speed cameras throughout NL and signage is in place at all sites. 

Shortly after noon on Tuesday, she went through a stop sign on Clarence Street but took off recklessly when an officer tried to stop her. 

Around 8:30 p.m., a 15-year-old operating a dirt bike on Broadway Crescent was stopped.

Volunteers need to be at least 15 years old and have a recent code of conduct from the RNC. They are also looking for people who can speak french.

The city was getting a lot of complaints concerning panhandling in the downtown area and some people did not feel safe.

Police say scammers create fake listings offering tickets at higher prices, especially for sold-out events, to attract eager fans.

They are Scott Bennett of Corner Brook, Keith Bursey in Pasadena and Kyle Barron from Stephenville.

Violating a fire ban can result in minimum penalties of $50,000.

Cst Stephanie Myers says motorcyclists should always wear a helmet, “be aware” of other motorists on the road, and wear reflective clothing. 

This includes chitin, chitosan, protein hydrolysate, and calcium citrate.

Water line flushing in Corner Brook will continue until July 17th.

It’s through Make A Wish Canada, who has granted more than 40,000 wishes over the past 43 years across  the country to children with critical illnesses.

Some of the funding is going to Corner Brook Museum and Archives, the Bay St. George South Historical Society, and the Stephenville Theatre Festival.

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.