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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BOISAR called out Monday night to help stranded motorist 14kms in on Lady Slipper Road
15 BOISAR members responded to the call and, after collecting 4x4 SAR trucks, Argo, and snowmobiles, set up a staging area near the beginning of the forest access road.
Mayor says line painting in Corner Brook will take place when street cleaning is done
The Mayor also reminds residents the overnight parking ban on city streets was lifted on May 1st.
Qalipu First Nation hosting culinary event called "Mitji" in Corner Brook next week
This event will feature chefs from Stephenville to Rocky Harbour and Mi’Lmaq chef from New Brunswick, Darren Peter-Paul who owns the Wabanaki Food Truck.
Lark Harbour Mayor says Cedar Cove, the site of the ship salvage, is outside the town's boundaries
On Monday, Resolve Marine spoke about the process which includes building an access road to the ship, a work pad on the beach, and a camp for the nearly 50 workers expected there this summer.
Annual bulk clean up started in Curling and Sunnyslope area this week
On Bayfm, Mayor Linda Chaisson says until May 11th, residents can also drop off bulk garbage at Wildcove free of charge just by showing proof of residency.
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