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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.
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.
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.
Bear has picnic in MarystownAn unwelcomed 400-pound visitor gave residents of a Marystown housing complex quite a scare.
- Speaker accepts 'ayatollah' remark
A Liberal MHA's use of the word "ayatollah" to describe the transition team setting up a new school board has offended the government side.
Illegal dumping problem persists in WabushResidents in Wasbush continue to illegally dump their waste on side roads off the Trans Labrador Highway, despite several security cameras that were installed to deter them from being litter bugs.
New teachers anxious over job prospectsNew teachers attending Memorial University's Faculty of Education job fair Wednesday were nervous about job prospects in light of a new mega-board being developed for the 2013 school year.
Beer strike talks break off between Labatt, NAPETalks have broken off between Labatt and striking workers in St. John's, amid union claims of concessions at the bargaining table.
Nova Central trustee critical of Eastern booze billsA trustee in central Newfoundland says it was no surprise to hear of the Eastern School District's spending on questionable alcohol and meal purchases.
Gas, home-heating fuel both upGas prices took a small increase on the eve of the Victoria Day long weekend, while home heating fuel also climbed higher.
Pardy gets lawyer-of-choice to argue applicationAccused murderer Trevor Pardy had a small victory in court that could see him get the lawyer of his choice for his trial.
Ray Guy remembered for savage wit, masterful writingTributes to satirist Ray Guy have been pouring in from all corners of Newfoundland and Labrador, including from former politician Ed Roberts and retired journalist Bob Wakeham.
