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• Traffic stop in Deer Lake last week leads to seizure of cocaine, cash and weapons

  Bert Gosney, 44, and 38-year-old Krystal Lee White, both of Deer Lake, were later released from custody with conditions.

• RNC offer safety advice as the summer patio season is here

  Cst Stephanie Myers says whether you’re at a party, bar, or beach, plan ahead and have open conversations with friends.

• NL Summer Games host team coach talks about experience awaiting these young athletes

  The games will be held in Corner Brook and Stephenville August 8th to the 15th.

• Cancer Care Foundation NL brings their Polka Dot Trot to Corner Brook

  This 5-kilometre, all-abilities walk connects people of all ages to honour loved ones, support cancer patients, and celebrate survivors.

• Federal Conservative Leader talks about Canada's recent inflation stats, highest in the G7

  The price of fresh vegetables has soared 9 per cent and the cost of fresh fruit is up 5.3 per cent in the last year. The price of tomatoes has skyrocketed 45.2 per cent while grapes surged 23 per cent, the cost of carrots rose 16.7 per cent and fresh or frozen beef is up 13.3 per cent.