Loyola O’Driscoll says this was eliminated in 2016 as a cost-saving measure.
The PC MHA for Ferryland, Loyola O’Driscoll is urging the government to reinstate 24-hour snow clearing in the province. He says this was eliminated in 2016 as a cost-saving measure. O’Driscoll says “during the winter months, people travel on our highways at all hours of the night, including healthcare workers and those commuting to shift work.” The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure issued a news release recently stating more than 400 seasonal heavy equipment operators, management and staff have been hired and recalled for the winter season. Through a multi-year tender, the department has also ordered 64 new tandem-axle plow trucks at a value of $24 million. O’Driscoll says he’s not confident the province is ready for winter and a lot of the new equipment is outdated. The new trucks are currently being manufactured and will be delivered in the coming months.
Deer Lake on "high alert" with rising water levels and Kruger's plans to spill water at Main Dam starting tomorrow
3,000 acres of crown land now available for farmers with long term plans
Pasadena Fire Chief and a Lark Harbour councillor received the RNC Citizens Recognition Award
Deer Lake Mayor asking residents to use caution and be prepared in case of a flood as water levels continue to rise
Two home based businesses approved by Corner Brook city hall
