On the Island of Newfoundland, a Permit to Burn is required to burn brush and other materials during Forest Fire Season.
The outdoor fire ban has been lifted for the Island of Newfoundland but remains in effect for Labrador until further notice. On the Island of Newfoundland, a Permit to Burn is required to burn brush and other materials during Forest Fire Season. Permits are available by contacting a local Forestry and Wildlife District Office.
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February is Violence Prevention Month
Violence Prevention Coordinator Michelle Maloney says violence prevention is part of a network of ten organizations working year round to address issues related to gender based violence and many different forms of abuse.
Government is reviewing plans for a quarry northeast of Cape Ray
It will be known as the Barachois River Bridge Quarry.
"Trash Talk" explores misconceptions about plastics; does it go in the trash or a blue bag?
Lynn Howse is the Outreach Officer with Western Regional Waste Management and says containers that handle fruit are recyclable but soft packing around a 24-pack of bottled water is garbage.
Deer Lake RCMP recommending residents lock vehicles and safeguard valuables
On Monday, February 9, 2026, police were called about to investigate reports of mischief caused to vehicles parked overnight on Tulks Lane and Fifth Avenue.
Delay in mail delivery leads to tax payment extension for seniors in Corner Brook
Seniors receiving the Guaranteed Income Supplement also qualify for a 15% discount on property taxes by calling 1-800-277-9914.
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What A Beautul Day
Chris Cagle
Country Girl
Doc Walker
Natural
Hunter Brothers
The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 11, 2026
Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Dan Meades, Provincial Coordinator for the Transiton House Association of NL.
