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Duffy scandal has smeared entire Senate, Baker saysA Liberal Senator from central Newfoundland wants all expense claims from all MPs and Senators to be open to public scrutiny.
Central Newfoundland digs out from freak snowfallThe Victoria Day long weekend this year has meant shovels, icy roads and a record-breaking snowfall for many residents of central Newfoundland.
MMA fighter teaching skills in Corner BrookA man with years of training in mixed martial arts is now passing on his knowledge to local youth in Corner Brook.
Farmers' market starts work to find permanent homeThe St. John's Farmers Market will re-open for the season in a few weeks, while work ramps up to find a new and permanent home.
Deer Lake catches break over flood warningThe weather co-operated this weekend with plans to release massive amounts of water from the dam at Deer Lake Power.
Cop assaulted while investigating assaultA Royal Newfoundland Constabulary officer who responded to a complaint of assault in downtown St. John's Sunday wound up getting struck himself.
On Point | Labrador byelection results and NAPE pollLiberal Yvonne Jones was the winner of the Labrador byelection last week, ousting Conservative incumbent Peter Penashue.
Arts council presents annual awardsThe Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council held its 28th annual awards show and gala on Saturday night in St. John's.
Composting project expands in Grand BankA pilot composting project in a town on the Burin Peninsula was so successful that it will soon be extending pickup to all households.
Multiple weekend thefts on Ropewalk LaneThe Royal Newfoundland Constabulary responded to two calls of theft from separate businesses on Ropewalk Lane in St. John's Saturday night.
Stay clear of flooding sites, mayor saysThe mayor of Deer Lake is asking residents to stay away from the flooded areas of the community until the water levels decrease.
Gros Morne fracking issue causing significant reactionTourism industry stakeholders, area residents and anti-fracking groups are weighing in on plans for controversial oil exploration near Gros Morne National Park.
Police investigating vehicle accident near LewisporteRCMP are investigating a single-vehicle accident that happened early on Saturday morning on Rte. 340 near Michael's Harbour.
Provincial historic sites open for summer seasonTen provincial historic sites in Newfoundland and Labrador will open their doors to the public on Saturday, beginning the 2013 summer tourist season.
Police recover stolen dirt bike, arrest madeRCMP in Trinity-Conception have made an arrest in connection with a stolen dirt bike from the Bristol's Hope area.
Last video store in Happy Valley-Goose Bay closesAfter 15 years, the last video rental store in Happy Valley-Goose Bay has closed down.
Inmates accused of planning escape from WaterfordPolice say an accused murderer and a man with forcible confinement convictions were planning to escape custody from the Waterford Hospital in St. John's.
Cuts will cause backlogs in Gander courts, says lawyerA former legal aid lawyer said government cutbacks will have an big impact on the court system in Gander.
Fracking may jeopardize Gros Morne UNESCO statusGros Morne National Park's status as a world heritage site may be in jeopardy due to plans for controversial oil exploration on Newfoundland's west coast, CBC News has learned. UNESCO is looking for answers about the proposed fracking near the site.
- Flooding warning issued in Deer Lake
Water gushed through three open gates at a dam in Deer Lake, as the town prepared for damage from the highest water levels in the western Newfoundland area in three decades.
- Police can keep material seized in Heavyweights searches
A provincial court judge has ruled that the RCMP can hold onto material seized last fall from a local fitness company.
Man faces additional charges in Springdale Street standoffA man who was previously involved in a standoff with police on Springdale Street is now facing weapons charges in connection with the incident.
Boalag pleads not guiltyA man accused of several sexual assaults in the downtown St. John's area in 2012 has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.
Marine Atlantic accepting bids for new N.S. terminalTwo requests for proposals have been issued for the construction of a new ferry terminal in North Sydney, N.S.
State of emergency lifted in St. Mary's Bay townThe mayor of Riverhead, St. Mary's Bay, says even though a state of emergency has been lifted over the town's water supply, chronic problems persist.
Wayne Gretzky collector to auction prized memorabiliaCollector Shawn Chaulk is ready to sell what could be the world's largest game-worn collection of memorabilia from Wayne Gretzky.
Two men hospitalized after vehicle rolls overTwo men were being treated in hospital after their vehicle rolled over Thursday near Harbour Grace.
Newest citizens sworn in amidst budget cutsEighteen people living in Newfoundland and Labrador have officially become Canadian citizens, at a time when the provincial government is trying to recruit new immigrants, but has cut the budget to do so.
Police say St. John's apartment fire suspiciousPolice say a fire in the basement of an apartment building in St. John's that sent dozens of people into the rain Wednesday night is now being treated as suspicious.
Escaped farmed salmon could cause problems, council warnsThe Salmonid Council of Newfoundland and Labrador warns a recent escape of farmed salmon could cause problems with the wild Atlantic salmon population.
