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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Norris Point man and Corner Brook woman caught with cocaine near Howley this week
The RCMP-RNC Joint Forces Operation West along with the Deer Lake RCMP, were in the area on Wednesday and noticed drug trafficking activity.
Two men arrested, one with a Canada Wide warrant, with drugs, cash and more in Corner Brook last night
33-year-old Travis Byrne was the subject of an active Canada-wide arrest warrant and also faces an additional charge of obstructing a police officer.
Military munition found in Bay St. George has been safely disposed of at a secure location
Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says military munitions can vary greatly in shape, size, markings, condition and age.
Moose fencing coming on the TCH from Glide Lake Road to Little Harbour
Tenders have been issued, with construction expected to begin later this year.
Government calls for a seven-day food fishery for us all
Minister Loyola O'Driscoll is asking the federal Fisheries minister grant seven-day access to the South Coast and West Coast, as a balanced approach meeting the needs of everyone.
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