Prime Minister Mark Carney wrapped up a visit to New York City on Wednesday aimed at promoting Canada as a top destination for global investment. During the trip, Carney met with investors, chief executives, entrepreneurs and business leaders as part of the federal government’s push to attract major investment into Canada’s economy. The Prime Minister also delivered remarks and took part in a featured discussion at the Economic Club of New York, where he outlined the governme

Saturday An area of low pressure will pass just south of Newfoundland today, bringing rain to eastern areas. Rainfall amounts of about 5 to 10 mm are expected. Winds will be gusty too, with gusts to 60 km/h expected. On the Baie Verte Peninsula, there is the possibility of flurries today. Labrador will see mostly sunny skies, and it will be warmer there than in Newfoundland. Sunday On Sunday morning, drizzle is possible for eastern and central Newfoundland. Sun and cloud will

Gasoline is up today by 2.1 cents per litre. Diesel prices on the Island rose by up to 0.7 cents per litre, while diesel prices in western Labrador increased by up to 1.5 cents per litre. The maximum price of furnace oil heating fuel on the Island increased by 0.57 cents per litre. Stove oil heating fuel in western Labrador rose by up to 1.59 cents per litre. The next regularly scheduled fuel price adjustment is set for June 2.

The Canadian Armed Forces has completed its assessment of a munition that was discovered in Stephenville. It has been deemed safe to transport for disposal. Experts will dispose of the item according to protocol in a safe and secure location. The RCMP detachment will reopen today for counter service as scheduled.

A section of the Outer Ring Road in the St. John’s area will be closed Sunday, May 31, to allow crews to remove litter and large discarded items along the highway. The closure will affect the stretch of highway between Kenmount Road and the Logy Bay Road interchange from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The temporary closure is necessary to provide a safe working environment for cleanup crews operating on and near the roadway. Traffic control measures and digital display signs will be in pla