MHA Eddie Joyce says deficit is up because of money spent that was not in the budget

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  This includes delivering major projects, unlocking opportunities in Labrador, improving services, reducing red tape and a more efficient government while still delivering on the core promises of better health care, lower taxes and safer communities.

• Funding announcement coming today for fire protection vehicles and equipment

  It will take place late this morning at the Bay de Grave Volunteer Fire Department in South River.

• 3rd annual Community Port Day is tomorrow dockside at the Port of Corner Brook

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• TCH near Flat Bay Junction is now partially open following a motor vehicle accident

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