Additionally, winter salt and sand has been procured at a cost of $38 million and distributed to all 67 depots throughout the province.
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has switched into winter mode, which involves the process of hiring and recalling more than 400 seasonal heavy equipment operators, management and staff. Annual inspections, plow installation and spreader calibrations are currently being carried out by departmental mechanics who are preparing the fleet of 463 snow plows and loaders for winter operations. Additionally, winter salt and sand has been procured at a cost of $38 million and distributed to all 67 depots throughout the province.
Norris Point man and Corner Brook woman caught with cocaine near Howley this week
Two men arrested, one with a Canada Wide warrant, with drugs, cash and more in Corner Brook last night
Military munition found in Bay St. George has been safely disposed of at a secure location
Moose fencing coming on the TCH from Glide Lake Road to Little Harbour
Government calls for a seven-day food fishery for us all
