The provincial government is investing $21 million to add 45 long-term care beds at the Corner Brook Community Health Centre, with the first spaces expected to open next year. Renovations are underway at the facility, with 15 beds expected to become available in spring 2027 and the remaining 30 expected to open in fall 2027. Premier Tony Wakeham and Health and Community Services Minister Joedy Wall highlighted the project Thursday, saying the additional capacity will help meet growing demand...

A 64-year-old woman is facing multiple charges following an alleged assault in the east end of St. John’s. RNC officers responded to a report of an assault at about 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 30. Following an investigation, officers located and arrested the woman believed to be responsible. She was charged with assault with a weapon, uttering threats and breaching a release order. The woman was transported to the St. John’s City Lock-Up and held for court Thursday morning.

There will be an announcement in Corner Brook today on the expansion of addictions treatment and recovery services. Minister of Health and Community Services, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, and Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services, Joedy Wall, will make the announcement this morning. The announcement takes place at the Humberwood Treatment Centre at 10:30 a.m.

The cruise ship season is continuing as we move into October. Three cruise ships will be in port today. The Seabourn Ovation, which arrived yesterday, will depart at 5:00 p.m. The ship is carrying 638 passengers. Both the Star Pride and the National Geographic Explorer are expected today, with the National Geographic Explorer remaining in port until Friday. Tomorrow, the L'Austral will visit St. John's.

On Tuesday, Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services held its annual general meeting. NL Health Services also provided an overview of its performance based on the final year of its strategic plan. Several highlights were noted in the implementation of its strategic plan. The health authority responded to significant tuberculosis and syphilis outbreaks in Labrador, while strengthening partnerships with Indigenous communities and signed memorandum of understandings with both Qalipu First...

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Some drizzle is expected along the south coast of the Island today. We will see more clouds than sun on the Burin Peninsula. Sunny skies are expected elsewhere. Expect highs from 13 to 20. Showers are expected in western Labrador, with about 5 mm expected. There is a chance of showers from Happy Valley-Goose Bay to Nain. Highs will range from 16 to 19.

First Light held its Rally for Reconciliation Wednesday afternoon in recognition of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The event took place at Northbank Lodge in Pippy Park in St. John’s, bringing together members of the First Light community and the public to honour residential school survivors and remember those who never returned home. The rally featured speeches from Elders, survivors and community members focused on the resilience of residential school...

There was terror in the skies above Jordan and Saudi Arabia on Wednesday aboard a FlyDubai flight according to reports. According to officials, a pilot on the flight from the United Arab Emirates to Israel stabbed another pilot. After stabbing the pilot, they then attempted to crash the plane. The flight was carrying 170 people. In a bid to save the aircraft, passengers overtook the attacker. The plane later landed safely in Saudi Arabia. There was no word on the motivation behind the attack.

A 28-year-old man had his vehicle impounded after a traffic stop in St. John’s on Tuesday morning. RNC officers conducted the stop around 8:55 a.m. on September 29 in the area of Frecker Drive. Police issued the man summary offence tickets for driving without vehicle registration and insurance. A records check found the man had more than $13,000 in outstanding fines. The vehicle was subsequently impounded.

The federal and provincial governments are contributing $349,684 over two years for the Francophone Immigration Support Program. The funding will be used to strengthen the Francophone minority communities in Newfoundland and Labrador by creating a sustainable pathway for Francophone and bilingual talent that supports both population growth and labour market needs. Through targeted overseas recruitment, this initiative aims to attract individuals who can contribute to key sectors such as...

On Tuesday, Premier Tony Wakeham announced that a new MRI scanner will be added to the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor. This marks the first time that MRI services will be offered in Grand Falls-Windsor. There is also a plan to put an MRI scanner in Happy Valley-Goose Bay and two more new MRIs in other areas of the province. Work on the infrastructure required to accommodate the new scanner has begun, and the MRI is expected to be operational in 2028.

Carbonear General Hospital is now half a century old. It was in September 1976 that the building was opened. It serves people living in Conception Bay North, the Bay de Verde Peninsula, Trinity ​and Placentia Bay, and surrounding communities. Although it began as a community-based acute care facility, it has transformed into a modern regional health-care centre, providing a broad range of specialized services and advanced health-care technologies. The hospital offers emergency care, intensive...

Gas has dropped 2.2 cents today. The cost of diesel on the Island increased by 1.5 cents, and diesel in western Labrador increased by 3.2 cents. The cost of furnace oil heating fuel on the Island increased by 1.24 cents, and stove oil heating fuel in western Labrador increased by 3.26 cents per litre. These changes are based on the most recently available market data as of the close of business on September 28. Due to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, no distribution of maximum...

The Newfoundland and Labrador government is highlighting more than $7 million in new funding for fire and emergency services as the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Fire Services holds its annual convention in Gander this weekend. Premier Tony Wakeham and Forestry, Agriculture and Lands Minister Pleaman Forsey reaffirmed the government's support for emergency services during the convention. Through Budget 2026, the province is providing $15,000 for the association's annual conference,...

A 53-year-old driver faces criminal charges following a traffic stop in the city centre on Monday afternoon. RNC Officers conducted the stop around 3 p.m. on September 28. Police say the driver was operating a vehicle without insurance and had failed to transfer ownership of the vehicle. The driver was also initially uncooperative with police and was charged with obstruction and public mischief. The vehicle was impounded and tickets were issued. The driver was released and is scheduled to...

Wednesday is National Truth and Reconciliation Day. To mark the day, there will be several closures and cancellations in St. John's. Most City offices, facilities and all Community Centres will be closed on Wednesday. Curbside waste collection will occur on Wednesday, and the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility will be open during regular hours of operation. All City parking by-laws will still be in effect, including paid parking regulations. Public washrooms will be open at Bannerman...

Minister of Labrador Affairs Lela Evans and Minister of Health and Community Services Joedy Wall announced enhancements to the Medical Transportation Assistance Program and the Medical Transportation Supports Program on Monday. For eligible travel occurring on or after September 1, 2026, these changes will provide more support for residents who must travel to access specialized insured medical services. Changes include additional enhancements that will further expand assistance and help...

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Along the west coast of Newfoundland, showers are expected today, with amounts of 2 to 4 mm expected. There is a chance of showers elsewhere across the Island, with the exception of the Northern Peninsula, where sun and cloud are expected. Temperatures will range from 12 to 14. A mix of sun and cloud is expected across Labrador, with highs ranging from 10 to 19.

There are some big drops in some fuel prices today. Gas has dropped 7.3 cents per litre. Diesel on the Island has dropped 1.9 cents, while diesel in western Labrador increased by 3 cents. Furnace oil heating fuel on the Island decreased by 1.59 cents and stove oil heating fuel in western Labrador went up by 4.05 cents per litre. These changes are based on the most recently available market data as of the close of business on September 25, and as a result do not reflect more recent market...

The Canadian economy is adjusting to major changes in global trade as tariffs and other trade barriers reshape where goods and services are produced and traded, according to the Bank of Canada. In an article published September 24, the central bank says international trade remains important to Canada because it gives Canadian companies access to international customers while providing businesses and consumers with a wider range of goods and services. However, the Bank says the trading...

The Competition Bureau has reached an agreement with Empire Company Limited to address concerns over the use of property controls in Canada's grocery sector. Empire is the parent company of several grocery banners, including Sobeys, Farm Boy, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Marché Bonichoix and Les Marchés Tradition. Property controls can restrict how commercial properties are used for food sales, potentially making it difficult for other businesses to open stores or sell certain products in...

Fuel costs are the top cost constraint facing small businesses, according to September 2026 results, with 62% of small and medium-sized businesses identifying fuel as a major constraint on growth. Product input and raw material costs are each cited by 42% of SMEs as major constraints, while shipping and receiving costs are also a concern for about half of small firms. The September results also show a significant decline in small business optimism over both the short and long term. Current...

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The Resource Enforcement Division is asking the public for information after two moose were found shot and abandoned near Humber Arm South. Officers with the Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands responded to two separate complaints in the Snooks Pond area on the south shore of the Bay of Islands over the past week. Two full moose carcasses were found at separate locations. Officers say both animals appear to have been shot and left behind. The incidents are believed to have occurred...

As you head out the door this morning, it is clear and cool across Newfoundland and Labrador. It will be a sunny day across the province. Across Newfoundland, sunny skies are expected today, with temperatures ranging from 11 to 15. In Labrador, it's a similar story, with sunny skies expected. Highs will be from 14 to 21.

The Newfoundland and Labrador government is set to announce enhancements to two programs that help residents with the costs and logistics of travelling for medical care. Labrador Affairs Minister Lela Evans, Health and Community Services Minister Joedy Wall and Labrador West MHA Joe Power are scheduled to announce changes to the Medical Transportation Assistance Program and the Medical Transportation Supports Program. The announcement is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. today, September 28, at the...

The Newfoundland Regiment hosted the Halifax Mooseheads at the Mary Brown's Centre on Saturday night. The home team dominated the competition, taking the game with a score of 6 to 0. The Newfoundland Regiment started out strong, scoring four times in the first period; the Regiment also scored once in the second period and once in the third period. The Regiment's next game is on October 3 and 4 at the Mary Brown's Centre when they host Rouyn-Noranda.

The Newfoundland and Labrador government is seeking public input as it develops a strategy aimed at supporting population growth across the province. The Department of Jobs, Growth and Rural Development says population growth is important to addressing labour market needs, supporting economic development, strengthening communities and long-term prosperity. The strategy will focus on four areas: Growing the workforce Growing families Growing regions Growing in-migration Residents can provide...

The Newfoundland and Labrador Aquaculture Industry Association (NAIA) has elected its board of directors for 2026–27 during its annual general meeting held as part of last week’s Cold Harvest Conference. Stephanie Synard McInnis of Cermaq Canada was elected president, while Ben Normand of Skretting Canada was elected vice-president. Cathy Follett of AMAR Canada will continue as treasurer and Laura Halfyard of Connaigre Fish Farms Inc. will continue as secretary. Past president Sheldon George...

After being left without transit service, the town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay has announced the return of transit service on Monday. The mechanical issue with the bus has been resolved. Public transit will resume operations on Monday, September 28, with normal operating hours from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Last night the Halifax Mooseheads went head-to-head with the Newfoundland Regiment at the Mary Brown's Centre. In overtime, the Mooseheads took the game by a score of 4 to 3. Both teams scored twice in the first period; the Mooseheads scored once in the second and the Regiment scored once in the third to tie up the game. In overtime, the Mooseheads scored, taking the game. The teams will have a rematch tonight at the Mary Brown's Centre.

Newfoundland and Labrador residents can now renew their driver’s licence photo online through MyGovNL, eliminating the need to visit a government office for the process. The Provincial Government says more than 425,000 people are registered with MyGovNL, which provides access to a range of government services. Residents will receive a reminder 90 days before their driver’s licence photo expires, with information on how to complete the renewal online. The new service allows residents to use a...

The provincial government has opened applications for the Newfoundland and Labrador Community Wildfire Prevention and Mitigation Program funding. The program supports local risk assessments, fuel management planning, and mitigation activities. An initial investment of approximately $2.26 million is helping 58 communities develop community wildfire resiliency plans and community-based wildfire prevention/mitigation projects. The second round of funding will support additional communities...

Gas is down today by 0.5 cents per litre. Diesel motor fuel on the Island decreased by up to 0.3 cents, and diesel motor fuel in western Labrador decreased by 4.5 cents. Furnace oil heating fuel on the Island dropped 0.18 cents and stove oil heating fuel in western Labrador decreased by 5.18 cents. These changes are based on the most recently available market data as of the close of business on September 24, and as a result do not reflect more recent market activity. The Board’s next price...

Newfoundland and Labrador had the highest unemployment-to-job-vacancy ratio among Canadian provinces in July, despite recording a significant decline in the ratio compared with a year earlier. The ratio stood at 5.8 unemployed people for every job vacancy in Newfoundland and Labrador in July 2026, according to Statistics Canada. That was down 1.8 points year over year, indicating fewer unemployed people for each available position compared with July 2025. The province had the highest ratio...

The public is invited to attend Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services’ annual general meeting on September 29. The meeting is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. at the Health Innovation Acceleration Centre at 66 Pippy Place in St. John’s. The AGM will provide an update on the health authority’s accomplishments and challenges during the 2025-26 fiscal year. The meeting will be held both in person and virtually. Members of the public who wish to attend can register through NL Health Services.

Your guide to what’s happening across Newfoundland and Labrador. This weekend (September 26 and 27, 2026) Saturday: Traditional Irish music Saturday, September 26 | 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.The Newfoundland Embassy, 79-81 New Gower Street Billy Sutton and friends host an evening of traditional Irish music at The Newfoundland Embassy. The event takes place every Saturday, with music beginning at 4 p.m. Festival of New Dance 2026 – CHAMPIONESS Saturday, September 26 | 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.LSPU Hall, 3...

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour is opposing proposed changes to the Canada Labour Code contained in Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act. The federation says the legislation would undermine workers’ constitutionally protected right to strike by giving a federal minister the power to end a legal strike based on what it describes as a broad and undefined “national interest” test. NLFL President Jessica McCormick says the proposed changes could allow a single minister to...

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Today, gas is up another 4.7 cents. Diesel on the Island dropped 6.7 cents and diesel in western Labrador dropped 3.9 cents. The cost of furnace oil heating fuel on the Island decreased by 5.75 cents while stove oil heating fuel in western Labrador fell by 2.60 cents per litre. Propane heating fuel increased by 2.2 cents. These changes are based on the most recently available average market data as of the close of business on September 23, and as a result do not reflect more recent market...

Heading out the door this morning, we are looking at clear skies across Newfoundland and Labrador. Temperatures are not too bad either; we are seeing current temperatures from 5 to 10 across the Big Land and 8 to 11 across the Island. It will be another sunny day across the province. Across Newfoundland, sunny skies are expected once again, with temperatures ranging from 13 to 19, which is above average for this time of year. In Labrador, it's a similar story with sunny skies expected. Highs...

A police car is parked outside Ascension Collegiate in Bay Roberts after an attack on a student. The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association is calling for increased supports in schools as it raises concerns about what it describes as a growing problem of violence and aggression. The association says there were an average of 23 violent incidents per day in Newfoundland and Labrador schools in 2025. The NLTA says it has raised concerns about school violence for several years, including...

Dean Penney has filed an appeal in his murder conviction on the grounds that the Mr. Big sting that ultimately caught Penney should not have been used against him. A jury found Dean Penney guilty of first-degree murder earlier this year, and he was given a mandatory life sentence. The RCMP arrested Penney, the estranged husband of Jennifer Hillier Penney, in 2023. Hillier-Penney was last seen on November 30, 2016. She was reported missing from the area of Husky Drive in St. Anthony. Her body...

The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) has launched a new video series aimed at helping young people make informed decisions about their personal information online. The Think Digital Privacy series focuses on the challenges youth face in today's digital environment and encourages them to think critically about their online activities and what information they share. The OIPC says the series was developed with input from young people about their online experiences,...

The RCMP have made two arrests following an assault at a local school that was captured on camera and later shared online. The RCMP were contacted by the RNC after they received a third-party report of a concerning video posted online. The video appeared to have been taken at a school in Bay Roberts and showed one student being assaulted while other students witnessed and filmed the attack. On Wednesday, police located and arrested two suspects in relation to the assault. One youth will face...

A new pilot project in downtown St. John’s will provide additional cleaning services while creating paid employment opportunities for people supported by The Gathering Place. The City of St. John’s, The Gathering Place and the AIDS Committee of Newfoundland and Labrador launched Pitching In this week. Participants will carry out regular cleaning in downtown parks, sidewalks, bus stops and other public spaces, complementing existing municipal cleaning services. The Gathering Place will lead...

The Town of Gander says it is investigating ongoing complaints about fireworks being set off during late-night and early-morning hours in several parts of the community. In a statement, the town said it understands residents’ concerns, noting that loud and unexpected fireworks can disrupt sleep and be particularly distressing for people with PTSD or sensory sensitivities. The noise can also frighten pets. By-Law Enforcement is reviewing reports received by the town, including the reported...