Collaborative initiatives involving two or more communities are encouraged, and applications demonstrating a regional approach may qualify for up to $15,000.
Applications are now open for the 2025-26 Age-Friendly Newfoundland and Labrador Communities Program. The program provides funding support to eligible municipalities, Indigenous governing bodies and provincially incorporated not-for-profit organizations with an age-friendly mandate. Eligible applicants may apply for funding of up to $10,000 to be used in planning and projects. Collaborative initiatives involving two or more communities are encouraged, and applications demonstrating a regional approach may qualify for up to $15,000. Last year, 10 recipients were awarded funding through the program. To obtain a copy of the program guidelines and application form call toll-free 1-888-494-2266. The deadline to apply is May 16th.
Young people in western NL now have better local access to services for mental health, primary care, housing, employment, and community support. Becket Western NL, a new Integrated Youth Services (IYS) hub, has officially opened.
Bay St. George RCMP is looking for security camera footage after a break in at Lourdes Superette.
The first day of spring has come and gone, and with the extended winter weather, means motorists can keep their studded tires on a little longer.
Tip of a possible impaired driver
Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP and Traffic Services West took three vehicles off the road and laid charges during a traffic initiative late last week.
