Newfoundland Power has applied to the province's Board of Commissioners of Public Utilities for approval of a $149.3-million capital budget for 2027. The application, filed May 29, requests approval for capital expenditures totalling $149,349,000 to support infrastructure investments and other projects planned for next year. The utility is also seeking approval for capital projects that will involve spending beyond 2027, as well as an order fixing and determining its average

The Northern cod fishery is generating increasing economic benefits for Newfoundland and Labrador, with exports, employment and landed values all rising as the stock continues its recovery. According to Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Northern cod landings reached 32,700 tonnes in 2025, more than double the levels recorded when the commercial fishery reopened. The fishery generated an estimated landed value of $75 million last year. Northern cod accounted for six per cent of the

The cost of most fuels are down today with the exception of gas which went up by 0.6 cents. Diesel on the Island dropped by 3.6 cents, while diesel in western Labrador fell by 4.5 cents. The cost of furnace oil heating fuel on the Island dropped by 3.08 cents, while stove oil in western Labrador decreased by 4.14 cents.

It will be a cool weekend across the province. On Saturday, we can expect sunny breaks in St. John's, drizzle in Gander, and sun and cloud on the west coast. In Labrador, sun and cloud is expected along the coast and rain inland. On Sunday, most of the Island will see a mix of sun and cloud. It will be cloudy across Labrador with a chance of showers in the west.

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is investigating a fatal collision in St. John’s that police say involved impaired driving. Police responded to reports of a single-vehicle rollover near the intersection of Mayor Avenue and Newtown Road at approximately 1:30 a.m. Friday. The RNC said four people were inside the vehicle when the crash occurred. One person died as a result of injuries sustained in the collision. The remaining three occupants were transported to hospital with