News from Newfoundland and Labrador, 4 July.
A canine partner was used to track down a suspect after an incident in the east end of St John's.
Police had to call in a four-legged officer to track down a man after an incident in the east end of St. John'...
2. John Byrne and Crystal Chislett have been charged in Harbour Grace with producing guns and weapons using a 3D printer. The police seized long guns, handguns, some of which were made with a 3D printer, ammunition, and a security uniform complete with body armor
Two people have been arrested and charged in connection to a suspected firearm manufacturing and trafficking o...
3. Three people were displaced after their home flooded in Sally's Cove due to a partially blocked culvert. The Red Cross has arranged emergency lodging, meals, and transportation for the affected individuals
Three people have been displaced after their home flooded on the west coast. A woman, her daughter and her gra...
4. Federal grocery rebate payments will be hitting bank accounts tomorrow.
The federal government's grocery rebate will begin hitting bank accounts on Wednesday. The one-time payment, i...
5. Pierre Poilievre is visiting Newfoundland and Labrador and discussing the burden of green taxes, which a conservative government would nix, he says.
Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre was in the province last week as part of what he's calling an 'Ax...
6. Oil contaminants have been found in wild eggs in Labrador's north coast, leading to warnings and guidelines on consumption to minimize health risks.
The Nunatsiavut government says oil contaminants have been found in wild eggs and is warning residents in Postville and Nain to not eat too
The contamination is believed to be linked to a diesel spill in 2020, raising concerns about the long-term impact on traditional Inuit diets and livelihoods.
There is a need for increased communication, research, and mitigation efforts to address the contamination source and protect the food chain in northern communities.