Local News from Monday, June 1st, 2026
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Today's Weather
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Corner BrookHeavy Rain
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High: 8°C | Low: 4°C
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StephenvilleHeavy Rain
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