St. John’s city council is set to formally reprimand Coun. Tom Davis after an independent investigation found he engaged in disrespectful behaviour that contributed to a poisoned work environment at City Hall. The investigation stemmed from a complaint received by the city solicitor on March 13, 2026, alleging violations of the city’s Councillor Code of Conduct and Respectful Workplace Policy. The complaint cited a verbal exchange that occurred on March 10, along with four ot

Legislation aimed at modernizing prescription practices and reducing administrative burdens on health-care providers has passed third reading in the House of Assembly. According to the government, the changes are intended to reflect modern prescribing practices for controlled substances while streamlining processes for physicians, nurse practitioners and pharmacists. The amendments would permit telephone prescriptions and allow prescriptions for controlled substances to be tr

A 23-year-old man has been charged with impaired driving following a disturbance in the west end of St. John's on Monday night. The RNC responded to a report of a disturbance at approximately 9:40 p.m. on June 2. Following an investigation, officers located a man matching the description provided and arrested him. Police subsequently charged the 23-year-old with impaired driving. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Gasoline prices increased by up to 2.5 cents per litre across the province. Diesel fuel rose by as much as 7.0 cents per litre on the Island, while diesel prices in western Labrador increased by up to 11.1 cents. Home heating fuels also saw significant increases. Furnace oil prices on the Island climbed by 6.06 cents per litre, while stove oil in western Labrador increased by 10.82 cents per litre. The board's next regularly scheduled fuel price adjustment is set for Thursday

Most of Newfoundland and Labrador will see a mix of sun and cloud today. There is a chance of showers in Grand Falls-Windsor, St. Anthony, and Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Drizzle is expected on the southwest coast. Highs on the Island will range from 8 to 15, while Labrador will see highs from 5 to 21.