There was a heated debate in the House of Assembly yesterday over rate increases at Marine Atlantic.
The Crown corporation will hike the cost by 4 percent next month with more increases expected this year. Premier Furey says he’s upset and disappointed at the decision by Marine Atlantic. He says he doesn’t understand how this rate increase can be justified. Premier Furey says they’ve made their position clear to the Federal government and will continue to fight them on this.
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Deer Lake Power set to open the gates at Main Dam today to release water from Grand Lake
Water will be released through Junction Brook and into the Upper Humber River leading to rising water levels
Federal government pumps $80M into improvements at Marine Atlantic terminal in North Sydney
The money will be used to modernize critical shore-side infrastructure, improve service reliability and support the long-term delivery of safe, efficient ferry service between Nova Scotia and this province.
The public is invited to the Deer Lake Airport to celebrate Airport Workers Day
CEO Tammy Priddle says it’s a time to take a break and acknowledge all the great things these workers do to promote travel through airports.
Steady Brook issues advisory about river levels rising and heavy rainfall expected this evening
Deer Lake Power has also advised that it may initiate a controlled release of water at the Main Dam which may increase the water levels in the Lower Humber.
Changes to water and sewer, as well as bus regulations coming at the new Corner Brook council meeting
At this week’s public meeting, Councillor Donna Wheeler spoke about amendments that include a quarterly payment option which will reduce the financial burden of upfront payments for servicing-related costs.
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Corner Brook City Council Meeting, Monday June 22, 2026
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