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Grand Falls-Windsor RCMP execute drug search warrant Breaking News

 Members of Grand Falls-Windsor RCMP with the assistance of RCMP police dog services seized marijuana, cash and related drug paraphernalia after executing a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a residence in Pete...  (more)  11:46 AM  


Offshore workers want safety hazards reduced Breaking News View comments1 
"Changes are being made — more need to be made,” union VP tells inquiry

Brian Murphy, vice-president of the offshore workers union, told the Wells inquiry in St. John’s today that offshore workers face on-the-job hazards every day and take care to work safely.

(more)  11:31 AM  


New money for reserve housing Breaking News View comments6 

The federal government is investing $140,000 as part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan to improve housing conditions for the Miawpukek First Nation community in Conne River.
The money will be used to retrofit 21 social housing units in Miawpukek to improve living conditions in this Fi...  (more)  11:05 AM  


Win your way onto the JUNOs red carpet Breaking News View comments1 
Fan Choice contest has begun

It is officially called the “Pepsi JUNO Fan Choice contest,” but the bottom line is you provide an online vote and you are entered for a chance to win a seat at the 2010 JUNO Awards gala in St. John’s.
It is an opportunity for one winner and three friends to be in the mid...  (more)  10:59 AM  


April Wine to be inducted into Canadian Music Hall of Fame Breaking News View comments2 
Band will be awarded status at JUNO Awards in St. John’s

With 16 studio albums behind the name and hits including the cover track “Bad Side of the Moon,” April Wine is set to be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
The announcement was made by the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) Monday in Toronto.(more)  10:31 AM  


Short-list announced for Employer of Distinction award Breaking News View comments4 

Eight organizations will vie for the Employer of Distinction honour this year.
The award, given by the Newfoundland and Labrador Employers’ Council, will be handed out during a luncheon at Delta Hotel & Conference Centre Feb. 25.
It recognizes employers that excel at leade...  (more)  9:43 AM  


Helicopter inquiry hears from offshore union Breaking News Post a comment 

The Wells inquiry into offshore helicopter safety resumes today with a presentation from the union representing workers at the Hibernia and Terra Nova oilfields.
Appearing for the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers, Local 2121 are: Sheldon Peddle, president of the local; Brian Murphy,...  (more)  9:18 AM  


A seal chews on a large cod near the shore of Lewisporte harbour last year. - Photo by Don Noble
A seal chews on a large cod near the shore of Lewisporte harbour last year.... »
Pay reward, blogger challenges View comments20 
Sea Shepherd founder says photo not enough proof that seals indiscriminately eat cod bellies

The long-running debate over whether harp seals indiscriminately rip the bellies out of codfish has resurfaced.

The latest chapter has a Newfoundland blogger and advocate for rural Newfoundland taking on Paul Watson of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society.

 (more)  8:31 AM  

Cleanup and repairs were the order of the day Monday in the harbour of Quidi Vidi Village. Huge waves and high water levels from the weekend storm damaged and destroyed several structures along the shore. - Photo by Gary Hebbard/The Telegram
Cleanup and repairs were the order of the day Monday in the harbour of Quid... »
Taking stock View comments7 
St. John's councillors call for co-operative response on storm repairs

While some of the damage caused by storm surges and high winds over the weekend in Quidi Vidi Village and the Outer Battery may not fall within the jurisdiction of the City of St. John's, Deputy Mayor Shannie Duff believes the city has a role to play in bringing agencies together to address the situation.

Duff and Ward 2 Coun. Frank Galgay visited the two areas Sunday to assess damage caused by the storm to fishing wharves and sheds.

 (more)  8:31 AM  



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