Local News
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Police looking for Mount Pearl man missing since April 15th
He is believed to be driving a white Honda Odyssey, NL licence plate JRJ-365.
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Qalipu Chief says "members are frustrated" over lack of action on removal of the cargo ship in Lark Harbour
The Chief says they need to be a part of this process and they want to help with the clean up.
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Comments are invited on plans to construct two breakwaters in Cox's Cove
The two proposed breakwater structures will be approximately 350 metres total length, two to three metres wide with the base spanning upwards of 20-25 metres.
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NLWest SPCA planning "A Desert Night" on May9th at the Elks Club
President Frances Drover says get ready to tantalize your sweet tooth with a variety of cakes including chocolate and pistachio served with ice cream, and a selection of pies, all donated and homemade.
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Another MHA is highlighting delays in getting a stranded cargo ship out of Lark Harbour
Torngat MHA Lela Evans says “On a global scale, we are all realizing that the environment we live in is precious and sustains us; collectively, we must ensure that we can manage our footprint – this includes minimizing any environmental impact from the grounded Baltic III.”
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Patients who travel more than 500 kms a year for healthcare can now get 25 cents per km
The 500-kilometre annual deductible period runs from April 1 to March 31st.
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"Parenting," the topic on Bayfm's the Plain Truth
Parents to be are being told to put their name on a list for child care options.
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Two arrests made, one police vehicle damaged in Hearts Content
Officers pulled into the driveway, blocking it and that’s when the vehicle reversed into the marked police vehicle.
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Outgoing NLTA President Trent Langdon reflects on his term representing teachers
Langdon says they need to see some clear cut strategies on how to fill 400 new teaching positions, the recruitment and retention piece has to be expanded and finally some part time teachers who have been struggling can now get full time work.
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New "seed library" launch tonight at the Corner Brook Public Library
Drop by to hear all the details about the seed library, including how to get seeds, how to donate seeds, and why seeds are so important!
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Meeting this week on what's next for a stranded cargo ship in Lark Harbour
MHA Eddie Joyce says he brought the issue to the House of Assembly last week. He says 4 kms of land has been approved to construct a road to lead to the site.
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NL government invests $350K in the 2025 General Municipal Election this October
Funding will be used to create a public awareness campaign, develop an election tool kit for interested communities and offer voluntary training for municipal election officials.
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Teachers gather in the capital city for the 2025 NLTA Biennial General Meeting
Approximately 200 NLTA members will debate and vote on resolutions from Branches and Special Interest Councils, consider proposed by-law amendments, and address other key matters shaping future direction.
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A new Indigenous Patient Navigator at WMRH
Scott Janes says awareness is important as many Indigenous members may not know that this service exists.
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Tractor trailer overturns on Route 202 and police find $2.4 million worth of illegal cigarettes
Also, a case of pre-rolled illicit cannabis was located and seized
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Opposition leader raising concerns over 158 toxicity deaths and increase in crime in NL
Tony Wakeham noted the latest statistics indicate that crime is up 20 per cent
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The 2025 annual Provincial Drama Festival is underway in Corner Brook
Eight theatre groups from across NL will perform which started on the 19th with locals, The Off-Broadway Players.
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$316K announced for four projects on the Northern Peninsula, mostly for trails
Industry Minister Andrew Parsons says the bulk of the funding will be going into trail systems between the Great Northern Trail Association, the Viking Trail Association and St. Anthony Basin Resources Incorporated.
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Applications for projects under the NL Settlement and Immigration Grants program are open until May 2nd
The program is a key part of immigration retention efforts through supporting the social, economic and cultural integration of newcomers.
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Corner Brook city council spent close to $9,000 less on travel
The Mayor spent $1396.08, Deputy Mayor Chaisson, $1309.75, Councillor Gill, $360.00, and Councillor Pender spent $906.50.
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St. John's RNC looking for missing 33-year-old woman
he 33-year-old woman is described as being tall and slender with red hair.
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ParksNL launches reservations next week for the 2025 Camping season
The reservation system opens on April 23 at 7:00 a.m. (6:30 a.m. for most of Labrador) and can be made by visiting www.nlcamping.ca
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Funding has been approved to plan for 13 new affordable units in Corner Brook
A total of $310,000 was awarded for pre-development costs to make it easier to advance seven community-based projects in NL.
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Bayfm News features Sarah Parsons, NDP candidate for Long Range Mountains
Parsons says people are working harder than ever before and getting less in return and it doesn’t have to be this way.
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Council approves a new water to water heat pump at Corner Brook city hall at $113,275
Tenders closed on April 8, 2025, with two (2) bids received from the following (HST Included): Northridge Developments Ltd. $113,275.00 R&R HVAC and Controls Ltd. $114,137.00
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Remove studded winter tires by April 30th
Under the Highway Traffic Act, studded tires may only be used between November 1 and April 30.
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Opioids found in NL up to 70 percent more potent than fentanyl, according to Chief Medical Examiner
Between 2023-2024, this average has more than doubled, with an annual average of 36 deaths attributed solely to cocaine.
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Seniors Advocate says cost main barrier for modifications to age at home
The province’s Seniors’ Advocate released a report yesterday, titled “An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure.”
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Bayfm features Peoples Party of Canada Long Range Mountains candidate Pamela Geiger
Geiger says she decided to run as a way to show her children how to lead by example.
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Chief Medical Examiner says cocaine deaths have more than doubled in NL
Between 2023-2024, this average has more than doubled, with an annual average of 36 deaths attributed solely to cocaine.
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Council approves another $116K for the deep Gulch project in Corner Brook
During the replacement of the existing 400mm water main, a new gate valve had to be installed to maintain the redundant supply of water to the Hospital.
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Speeder nabbed near Cormack but breath samples showed he was below the criminal threshold for impaired
Police say at about 3:00 p.m. on that day, police stopped the vehicle traveling 153 kms/hr in a posted 90 kms/hr zone.
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Opposition questions commitment to the fines option program saying fines owed total $51.7 million
Helen Conway Ottenheimer says this is after years of delays and excuses.
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Corner Brook looks to add the Bay of Islands Yacht Club to the ATV route
The new ATV route will include the addition of Pikes Avenue, Connors Road, and Bartletts Avenue.
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The Maria Redmond Centre in Corner Brook to open May 24th
Mayor Jim Parsons says Marina embodied the spirit of what the new centre represents.
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Bayfm News features Long Range Mountains Independent candidate Robbie Coles
Coles is a father of two and says healthcare shortages, the rising cost of living, housing gaps and job losses are challenges which are making our children move.
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New recreation centre in Corner Brook named, "The Marina Redmond Centre"
First announced in 2020, and located on Grenfell Campus, the $25 million dollar facility was due to open in the summer of 2023.
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Tar balls found in water and on beech near the grounded cargo ship in Lark Harbour
On Sunday, (April 13th) an underwater survey was conducted, and no signs of oil were observed.
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Corner Brook city hall approves plans for an arcade on Broadway
To find out more about the city’s Integrated Municipal Sustainability Plan or tonight’s virtual session go to cornerbrookplan.ca
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Stephenville man facing charges including forcible confinement after an incident on Sunday
A man was being held against his will by another man who was in possession of a weapon.
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Silver Blades Skating club celebrating 60 years in Corner Brook
Past President Kara Pye says they are issuing a call for past and current members to share memorabilia to be put on display. This could be old scribes, photos, clothing or other items.
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Bayfm News features Long Range Mountains Liberal candidate Don Bradshaw
Liberal candidate Don Bradshaw had been a journalist on the west coast for NTV News for decades. He says the big issues in this area are tourism and the fishery.
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One person in custody, no threat to public at MUN's faculty of Medicine
Officers are working to determine the validity of the threats made.
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RCMP remind motorists to "Move Over, it's the law!"
Corporal Jolene Garland says the fine is quite significant and a first time offense carries a fine of $390.
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Log on tomorrow to find out about Corner Brook's development plan for the next ten years
Mayor Jim Parsons says they had limited attendance last week at a couple of sessions and tomorrow night anyone can log on to take part virtually.
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Ava Hodder of Pasadena wins a RISE award...Congratulations Ava!
Recipients of the RISE awards are Level II high school students who demonstrate academic excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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Starting today, Corner Brook residents call to make an appointment for bulk garbage pickup
Mayor Jim Parsons says the main reason for the change is the increasing cost of garbage which is about $80,000.
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NL Teachers pleased with level of "vision" in this last week's provincial budget
Four hundred teachers and learning assistants will be hired with a $20 million increase which will go to $44 million next year.
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Bayfm features Carol Anstey, a Progressive Conservative candidate running in the riding of Long Range Mountains
Anstey feels the biggest issue facing people today is the increasing cost of living and says people are feeling strapped having a tough time making ends meet.
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Two men are facing charges after a murder in the capital city this week
19-year old Ibrahim Hussein was caught by RCMP-RNC JFO West at the ferry terminal in Port aux Basques yesterday.
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An update from the Coast Guard on the stranded cargo ship in Lark Harbour saying "polluter shall pay"
Lark Harbour Mayor Wade Park was on Bayfm news this week saying the town is not pleased due to a lack of commitment to build a road to the vessel to allow for quicker salvage and clean up.
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A warning from the RCMP about counterfeit drugs that are killing youth in NL
The counterfeit Dilaudid was made of protonitazine, an opioid that is more than 20 times more potent than fentanyl.
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Integrated Municipal Sustainability Plan consultations will continue in Corner Brook next week
Two sessions were held this week with business owners and residents to provide feedback on the document, which will guide the city’s development for the next ten years.
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Celebration of Herder champions, the Deer Lake Red Wings at the Hodder tomorrow
Team Captain Stephen Simms says it’s nice bringing the trophy back home after twenty years.
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Two Deer Lake men arrested after police find cocaine and a lot of cash
Cpl Jolene Garland says police found cocaine and a lot of cash. RCMP-RNC Joint Forces Operation (JFO) West found 5 ounces of cocaine, more than $18,000.00 cash and other drug related items.
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Police find cocaine, other drugs and brass knuckles at a traffic stop in Stephenville
28-year old Austin Feltham is due to appear in court at a later date.
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Corner Brook Mayor says "not much in the budget for our city"
Jim Parsons says there is not much there to see and he's surprised to see the deficit situation we are in and he certainly didn’t see anything aimed for our city.
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BREAKING: Police arrest man wanted for murder at Marine Atlantic terminal
A 33 year old man with serious injuries from gunshot wounds was rushed to hospital but has since passed away.
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Accident at Lewin Parkway and Griffin Drive in Corner Brook (1:20 p.m.)
Police, firetrucks, and an ambulance are on the scene
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MHA asks government to help a Cox's Cove family who lost everything
Eddie Joyce says the family on Ocean’s Drive in the north shore community deserve funding as all taxpayers in the province should be treated equally, not just for political advantage.
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Corner Brook looks to hire summer laborers and staff for the new recreation centre
Mayor Jim Parsons says this happens every year around this time more information is at cornerbrook.com.
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Young Corner Brook bowler to compete at nationals where mom won bronze thirty years ago
Mia Pardy has been bowling for the last four years and is looking forward to the trip.
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No new taxes and continued decreases in fees in NL's 2025 budget
Earlier this month, NL Housing Corporation confirmed they could not find a successful bidder to build 50 new affordable units in Corner Brook. Coady says $113 million will be invested into public housing and they expect construction to start this year in Corner Brook
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Corner Brook MHA calls for fair treatment on Marine Atlantic fares, similar to PEI
Gerry Byrne says PEI is saying the $75 ferry fee destroys jobs, creates inflation, reduces consumer spending and is a barrier to exports.
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Applications open for the 2025-26 Age-Friendly Newfoundland and Labrador Communities Program
Collaborative initiatives involving two or more communities are encouraged, and applications demonstrating a regional approach may qualify for up to $15,000.
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A chance at Corner Brook city hall tonight to offer feedback on the city's plan for the next ten years
Mayor Jim Parsons says it covers where the city is going, how it will be accomplished and organized, then there are specific development regulations that deal with what can go where.
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Government announces funding to grow the lobster fishery
The level of support will vary from project to project with non-repayable contributions available to a maximum of $100,000 and a rate of assistance of up to 80 per cent depending on level of technology and risk of project
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Four projects in Gros Morne to strengthen tourism and sustainable food practices get funded
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Deer Lake RCMP nab two impaired drivers in one day
In once case, the driver, a 40-year-old man, showed signs of impairment and was driving while prohibited, stemming from a recent court conviction for impaired driving.
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Lark Harbour town council issues letter to officials after no commitment to develop a road to a stranded cargo ship
Mayor Wade Park says the town met with officials on March 15th and they were told that as soon as the land application was submitted to crown lands and approved there would be construction crews on site.
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Coast guard says water and shoreline assessments of the stranded MSC Baltic III are continuing
To date, 184 cubic metres of fuel has been pumped into frac tanks onboard the ship and MSC plans to pump the fuel from the frac tanks onboard the ship to frac tanks onboard the barge for removal from the site.
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Tune into Bayfm at 2 p.m to hear the NL Budget Speech live form Confederation Building
Finance Minister Siobhan Coady will deliver the budget speech in the House of Assembly in Confederation building at 2p.m.
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Qalipu and BayFM team up for advertising catered to member business owners
Joshua John says it will be a first come, first serve basis and people can apply to have a 30 second radio ad for two weeks with no commitments.
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One in 57 NL youth could be living with autism, one in 66 is the national average
Jessica Wyatt, who is a navigator with the Autism Society NL in the western region. She says patients must first get an autism assessment done with a family doctor and then be referred to autism diagnostic services within NL Health Services.
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Government launches online guide and booklet on programs and services for seniors
Designed to help further promote a vibrant and engaged life for seniors across the province, Minister Paul Pike says “government is focused on supporting seniors to remain healthy, active and engaged in age-friendly and dementia-friendly communities.”
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This is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, put those cell phones out of reach
Pull off the roadway if you need to talk or text. Pre-program your radio and GPS.
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Fisheries Minister stands firm on extending the deadline for a price on snow crab
Gerry Byrne says this led to the Association of Seafood Producers taking it to the Supreme Court for a decision and the lead FFAW negotiator was on medical leave, and could not take part in discussions which created imbalance.
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High School equivalent for adults is now online
Registration is now available for the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC), which replaces the former General Education Development (GED) program.
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Corner Brook MHA says affordable housing units will be built despite no bidders
Last week, NL Housing Corporation issued a statement saying they couldn’t find a successful bidder after the $20 million project went out on tender last October.
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Plans to build a home next to the Humber River are being environmentally assessed
Construction would include installation of a sewer system and well and landscaping.
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Women in NL celebrate 100 years of voting
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Water and sewer tender in Lark Harbour is expected this month or early May
Mayor Wade Park says it’s in an area that leads down to Bottle Cove, which is a major tourist attraction.
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Bay of Islands MHA says road projects are not being prioritized properly
Eddie Joyce says there are serious safety concerns, especially one road in Frenchman’s Cove whereby half the road is gone and government doesn’t think it’s a priority.
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Police found 1.5 ounces of cocaine, LSD, cash and pills at a traffic stop in Corner Brook
The driver of the vehicle, 45-year-old Sandra Callahan of Corner Brook, showed signs of alcohol impairment and refused to comply with a breath demand provided as part of an impaired driving investigation. An occupant of the vehicle, 25-year-old Bobby Sheppard of Deer Lake, resisted arrest and was found in breach of a probation order.
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$75 million for west coast roads projects, $316 million for the whole province
This includes $14 million for sections of paving along the Trans Canada Highway, and Routes 430 and 450.
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Fisheries Minister announces support for seafood market diversification
Funding is available to licensed Newfoundland and Labrador fish processors, aquaculture companies, seafood marketing firms, industry associations, research and development institutions, fisheries organizations, and development associations.
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Grade 9 students can now apply for the Voyage Program to travel to Quebec
The program offers beginner and advanced French language classes, along with engaging cultural activities and excursions conducted entirely in French.
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Corner Brook Mayor says need for social housing is now, NL Housing says no successful bidders
This after an announcement from NL Housing Corporation yesterday confirming that they could not find a successful bidder to build 50 new affordable units in the city.
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Lark Harbour Mayor says officials are trying to find land owner to build a road to a stranded cargo ship
The MSC Baltic III ran aground in Cedar Cove on February 15th after losing power.
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Premier says while fish harvesters were spared from Trump’s recent tariffs, others like auto workers in Ontario were not
Furey says there is still a significant reason for concern across the country and his stance of a team Canada approach hasn’t changed.
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No successful bidders to build 50 new units in Corner Brook, according to NLHC
Announced in budget 2024, the demolition of four buildings on Crestview Avenue is complete but the statement says “While NL Housing issued a tender for the construction of 50 new units in October 2024, there was no successful bidder.
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Qalipu Development Corporation gets funding to explore green hydrogen projects
The corporation represents Qalipu First Nation, who is getting more than $165K to explore green hydrogen projects.
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Corner Brook Port Corporation calls for applications for their vendor market
Patti Ricketts is the Cruise Marketing Coordinator. She says their vendor market launched after Covid as means to enhance their welcome program for cruise ship passengers and there are 7 mini-shops up for grabs to those who can commit to the entire season.
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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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