

This Weekend in NL
Your guide to what’s happening across Newfoundland and Labrador. This weekend (August 29 and 30, 2026) Saturday: Alexisonfire Tribute Show at The Rock House for a 20th-anniversary celebration of the album "Crisis" played in full. Saturday: Visit the Avalon Mall on Saturday for a family-friendly local vendor and handmade goods market. Saturday: Support emerging artists with powerful storytelling at The Lantern at the Black Theatre Training Showcase. Saturday: Corner Brook Day
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Fuel prices rise once again to start the weekend
Fuel prices are increasing across Newfoundland and Labrador again today, with gasoline seeing the largest jump. The Public Utilities Board increased the maximum price of all types of gasoline by 3.3 cents per litre. Diesel prices on the Island went up by 1.4 cents per litre, while diesel in western Labrador rose by 2.3 cents per litre. Heating fuel prices also went up. Furnace oil on the Island increased by 1.15 cents per litre, while stove oil in western Labrador jumped by 2
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Rain across western Labrador, nice for the remainder of the province
Some drizzle is possible this morning along the south coast but will give way to sunny conditions this afternoon; most other areas of the Island will see mostly sunny skies. Highs today will range from 19 to 26. Some rain is expected in western Labrador, with 5 to 10 mm expected in Labrador City. 2 mm is on the way to Churchill Falls. Elsewhere, conditions will be fair across the Big Land. Highs from 15 to 26 are expected.
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Black bear activity reported near Beothuk Interpretation Centre in Boyd’s Cove
Provincial officials are monitoring reports of black bear activity near the Beothuk Interpretation Centre in Boyd’s Cove. The Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands says residents and visitors should take precautions to avoid attracting bears to the area. Sightings can be reported to the Lewisporte Forest Management District Office at 709-541-0214. Officials recommend keeping garbage properly stored and waiting until the designated collection day before putting it outs
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Province invests $4M in St. Lawrence spaceport development
The Newfoundland and Labrador government is investing $4 million to support the continued development of the Atlantic Spaceport Complex in St. Lawrence. The project, led by NordSpace, is expected to create high-skilled jobs, attract private-sector investment and expand economic opportunities in the province. The $10-million project includes $5 million from NordSpace and a $1-million contribution from the federal government through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. The
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