A driver near Rocky Harbour was clocked doing nearly 170 km/h in a 90 km/h zone.
Rocky Harbour RCMP were called out to a report of an excessive speeder on July 7th. Police say the driver was traveling at 169 km/h on Route 430, in a 90 km/h zone. Cpl Jolene Garland says high speeds put everyone at risk and drivers could also face criminal charges. In this case, the driver was ticketed and received a license suspension. The car was seized and impounded.
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Power outages affecting North Shore of Bay of Islands, Gallants area
Newfoundland Power is reporting over 1700 customers without power.
TCH near Flat Bay Junction is now partially open following a motor vehicle accident
However, intermittent closures may be required over the next few hours to allow crews to safely complete their work.
Donations being accepted at Staples until August 27th as part of their “Stuff the Backpacks” annual event
Mike Kearley is the Executive Director of Vine Place and on Bayfm this morning, he said so far, 176 have registered for a backpack.
Major cabinet shuffle today and Humber-Gros Morne MHA Mike Goosney has a new role
He has been appointed as Minister of Tourism, Culture and Arts, as well as, Sport, Recreation and Parks, PictureNL, the Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council, and the Pippy Park Commission.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a holiday this year for employees with the city of Corner Brook
Until the day is designated as a provincial holiday, council has to approve the day off for staff every year.
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