The Public Utilities Board announced that maximum fuel prices decreased across Newfoundland and Labrador. Gas decreased by up to 2.1 cents per litre, while diesel on the Island decreased by up to 4.7 cents per litre. In western Labrador, diesel decreased by 6.4 cents per litre. Furnace oil on the Island decreased by 4.05 cents per litre, while stove oil heating fuel in western Labrador decreased by 6.09 cents per litre. The next scheduled price adjustment by the board is set

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has signed a letter of intent with Kruger Inc., owner of Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Ltd., to continue discussions on the company’s diversification plans and a potential long-term power purchase agreement with Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro. Under the proposed arrangement, the provincial government plans to extend the current interim power purchase agreement between Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro and Corner Brook Pulp and Paper fo

A 41-year-old man was arrested Thursday morning after fleeing from police in a stolen vehicle in downtown St. John’s. RNC officers attempted to stop a vehicle while patrolling Merrymeeting Road at about 8:25 a.m. on May 21. Police said the driver refused to stop and fled the area. Officers disengaged from the vehicle out of concern for public safety. Police later learned the vehicle had been reported stolen. The vehicle was later located backing out of a driveway at a downtow

Fuel prices decreased across Newfoundland and Labrador following the latest adjustment by the Public Utilities Board. The Board announced that all types of gasoline motor fuel decreased by up to 7.8 cents per litre. Diesel motor fuel prices on the Island dropped by up to 7.7 cents per litre, while diesel prices in western Labrador decreased by 9.1 cents per litre. Furnace oil heating fuel on the Island decreased by 6.64 cents per litre, while stove oil heating fuel in western

A low over the Labrador Sea will spread snow and rain across coastal and central areas of Labrador today. Western areas may see an odd flurry. Highs between 2 and 4 are expected. Newfound will see fair skies, with mainly sunny conditions expected. Winds will be gusty and from the north or west, depending on your location. Highs from 5 to 10 are expected, but it will feel cooler with the winds.