Local News from Wednesday, July 8th, 2026
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Government accepts plan to convert shrimp and crab shell waste into bioproducts at a St. Anthony facility
This includes chitin, chitosan, protein hydrolysate, and calcium citrate.
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RNC stresses importance of safe driving as summer traffic is on the increase
Cst Stephanie Myers says motorcyclists should always wear a helmet, “be aware” of other motorists on the road, and wear reflective clothing.
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Fire ban in effect for all of NL until July 17th
Violating a fire ban can result in minimum penalties of $50,000.
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West coast organizations among 100 in NL to share over $3M in funding
Some of the funding is going to Corner Brook Museum and Archives, the Bay St. George South Historical Society, and the Stephenville Theatre Festival.
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Run the Rock is underway with a goal of raising $200K for children with critical illnesses
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.
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Water line flushing is underway in Corner Brook and residents may notice lower pressure and discoloration
Water line flushing in Corner Brook will continue until July 17th.
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Today's Weather
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Corner BrookHeavy rain shower
High: 25°C | Low: 15°C
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Deer Lake
Heavy rain shower
High: 27°C | Low: 15°C
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StephenvilleSunny intervals
High: 22°C | Low: 15°C
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On "Sunday Scoffs & Scuffs", on Bay Fm Canadian content creator, musician, and songwriter Kevin Westphal, known as "The Canuck" joined host Dean Clarke by phone.
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Rising VoicesRising Voices, Friday July 10, 2026
"Content Warning", On this episode we're talking about domestic violence and some of it shared could be heavy. So just take care of yourselves while you are listening.