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The RNC investigation has concluded with no charges laid.

RNC were called to Bayview Heights shortly before 4 p.m. after getting a report that a vehicle had struck a tree.

Parsons says this week the contractor is working in the Country Road and Caribou Road areas.

Reid says he has spent the last year struggling to make the decision.

Counterfeit currency recently collected by police are mostly $100 and $20 bills, and several had matching serial numbers.

She was born and raised in Corner Brook and says her “vision is for the Port to be not only a hub of economic activity, but also a catalyst for opportunity—supporting jobs, innovation, and community well-being.”

Gerard Lowe says in most cases, when people go to a private practice it is covered through their insurance and his fee is $150 per hour but that’s negotiable

Corner Brook MHA says a new PET scanner will be operational at the hospital in 2026.

Just before 3 a.m. today, officers conducted a traffic stop in the Main Street area. The 28-year-old impaired male driver was issued a 7-day driving suspension. 

Businesses are advised to check any currency before accepting payment, and report any suspicious activity.

“Conservation is not the zero-sum game many are trying to portray it to be and can peacefully coexist with, and in some cases, enhance industry.”

Marine Contractors will be working on O’Connell Drive at Citadel Drive, Caribou Road, Country Road, Bliss Street, Popular Road and Valley Road. 

He has been charged with three counts of criminal harassment, harassing communications, two counts of uttering threats and failing to comply with a release order. 

This means, lawn watering will only be permitted for even street numbers, between 6 and 8 a.m., and 8 and 10 p.m., Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. ODD street numbers can water their lawns between 6 and 8 a.m., and 8 and 10 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

The evening will feature Kacie Callahan and the Wannabe Lovers, Roblos Rock, the Jesse Hackett band, and DJ Two Jays.

Police located two individuals with minor physical injuries.

$12.3 million has been awarded for the rehabilitation of various sections on Route 430 and 430-34 (Northern Peninsula).

Town Manager Roger Hunt says this Goldfish Infestation surfaced last year and in December, DFO said it falls under their Invasive Species division but could not do anything until the pond thawed.

Due to the hot and dry weather that the town is experiencing, their  existing wells are struggling to meet the town’s demand.

Born in St. Anthony in 1939, Earl’s legacy is marked by an array of interests and achievements, from professional boxer to best-selling author. 

It started this week in the Riverside Drive and all side roads, Humber East including Humber Road and all side roads, Humber Heights and all side roads - excluding Murphy’s Square.

Megan Collins wrote and is directing  “The Train Show” which is a brand new mystery beneath the baggage on the historic train at Riverside Drive.

The new MEO will be responsible for off-road vehicles, animal control, snow clearing, nuisance, covered garbage, fireworks, and traffic bylaws.

Cpl Jolene Garland says 3 of the 5 have been charged with impaired driving.

Tony Wakeham asks, "Why are we paying agency nurses $300 an hour when experienced local professionals are ready and willing to help? It defies common sense and is a blatant misuse of taxpayers’ dollars.”

Both accused were released from custody to appear in Provincial Court at a later date.

Topics of discussion include advancing gender equality, ending gender-based violence, promoting economic empowerment, and creating a safer, more equitable Canada.

Always keep garbage properly stored and disposed of on the designated collection day.

Recently, a misconduct investigation was conducted by the Anglican’s own Safe Church Officer, Jack Walsworth, outlined serious findings of misconduct.

"No further information is available at this time because the investigation is at a very early stage."  

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is engaged and the investigation into the cause of the crash is continuing.

Recently, he and his wife Elizabeth, donated a 75 hectare parcel of land to the Nature Conservancy of Canada, who calls the land an “ecologically unique habitat for rare lichens.”

This group has been active since 2022 developing housing support programs to help 25, 000 off reserve first nation members.

The rate was 1.3 in 2023 and 1.4 five years ago in 2020. and they ended the year in a better-than-expected funded position due to investment returns. 

The suspect is described as male, in his 20s or 30s with an athletic build and no visible tattoos.

Lawyer Bob Buckingham says what’s interesting about this is that if a resident had a leak from an oil tank, the government would come in, demand that it be cleaned up and every bit of contaminated soil removed. 

The driver was ticketed for driving with a suspended licence and the vehicle was seized and impounded.

Both the accused and the victim are known to one another.

The Metropolitan and the Provincial Chancellor, together, will determine the final outcome.

Cst James Cadigan says if you’re heading out, always agree to a buddy system and stick with people you trust.

RNC and Academy Canada will have access to their parking lots. 

This after a misconduct investigation led by the Anglican’s own Safe Church Officer, Jack Walsworth. T

In a vehicle, windows are required to be rolled down to allow for adequate air flow or, if for a short period of time, windows could be left up, provided air conditioning is activated inside the vehicle.

People can choose to pick up at 35 Carolina Avenue in Stephenville, or 329 Main Street in St. George’s. 

This included incidents of intimate partner violence, sudden deaths, missing persons, structure fires, alarm calls, off-road vehicle violations, violations of the Liquor Control Act, boaters in distress, suspicious persons or vehicles, service of court documents and municipal bylaw enforcement.

The RNC reminds drivers to maintain a minimum distance of one meter between their vehicle and the cyclist.

On the opening day of this year’s food fishery, June 28th, two individuals were rescued after their boat overturned off Crawley’s Point.

The city’s director of protective services, Todd Flynn, says this includes rubbish and the length of the grass.

Residents can now shop for local foods through the Western NL Food Hub and pick up their orders at the People of the Dawn Indigenous Friendship Centre locations in Stephenville and St. George’s.

Consisting of four, this local band includes Ron Bennett, Eddie White, Bill Griffin and Jerome Dicks.

RCMP arrested the 28-year-old before midnight after they noticed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed in the Shallop Cove area.

Police say the 25-year-old has been evading police for some time and is described as approximately 5 foot 10 inches tall, of a slim build and has light colored patchy facial hair.  

Approximately 16–20 digital pay stations will be installed across the downtown area.

This lane closure will be in effect from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm each day.

The scammer tells the victim that a loved one, usually a grand child, is in some sort of legal trouble and is currently in jail, requiring money for bail.

The Deep Gulch Project just up from Margaret Bowater Park is entering into phase three and O’Connell Drive is open to traffic.

The two plans build on the 45 actions that were completed through the 2019-24 Climate Change Action Plans and include 54 actions to help achieve the global target of reaching net zero emissions by 2050. 

The Summer Concert Series will feature the Cormiers with Mallory Johnson on July 8th and The Navigators on July 12th.

He was located yesterday by the RCMP Underwater Recovery Team (URT).

172 cargo containers have also been removed so far

He is believed to be operating a grey/silver 2015 Mitsubishi RVR, with license plate JDX 118.

A Permit to Burn is required to burn brush and other materials during Forest Fire Season, which is in effect in the province until September 30. P

This after a report was filed under the Misconduct Policy of the Ecclesiastical Province of Canada.

Cpl Jolene Garland says those responsible for such actions can face charges.

Meanwhile, Byrne says the government of NL has very little confidence in the Canadian Taxpayers Federation because members of the CTF, particularly small businesses, need and want people to come and work.

The laser, which was blue in color, was held in place for 10-15 seconds and caused temporary visual interference to the pilot.

With warmer temperatures, residents can expect to see pedestrians and bicyclists, more frequent activity near roadways, and an overall higher volume of traffic.

Regional Librarian Sandra Harnum says there was a good turnout last weekend but kids can still sign up for the summer reading program.

Mayor Jim Parsons says mail in ballots became a reality for the city in 2021 during the Covid pandemic, but only 484 votes were cast that way.

Hanrahan says without effective planning, spending continues at near record levels and by March of this year, the average agency nurse cost over $400,000 annually – typically working more hours as overtime, resulting in less service for the money spent when compared to staff.

Paul Pike is the Lead Cultural Outreach Officer with Qalipu First Nations and says Mi’kmaq people have always held “mawiomis,”  or gatherings, which traditionally would have been a time for marriages or to reconnect with relatives.

A woman had sustained minor injuries.

Each household will receive a city-provided garbage cart at no cost.

A Canada-UK Business Summit is taking place today and expects to draw about 150 business and government leaders.

About 320 people work at the Deer Lake Regional Airport.  

The Community Radio Awards in Broadcast and Online selected BayFM for their “Community Engagement Award.”

The RCMP provided an update on Saturday.

The operator, an 18 year old male, was rushed to Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville with life-threatening injuries.