UPDATE: The Trans-Canada Highway east of Jack’s Pond, near the Southern Harbour exit, has fully reopened to traffic in both directions. EARLIER: Clarenville RCMP is responding to a motor vehicle collision on the Trans-Canada Highway, just east of Jack’s Pond near the exit to Southern Harbour. Both lanes of the TCH are closed and no detour routes are available. Visibility is poor due to heavy fog in the area. Motorists are being asked to approach the area with extra caution, a

Hundreds of aquaculture industry representatives from Canada and around the world are expected in St. John’s next month for a joint conference and trade show. The Newfoundland and Labrador Aquaculture Industry Association will host its annual Cold Harvest Conference and Trade Show in partnership with the Aquaculture Association of Canada’s national Aquaculture Canada conference. The event runs from Sept. 15 to 17 at the Jag Hotel in St. John’s. Organizers say the conference w

The Newfoundland and Labrador government is increasing financial support for people seeking fertility treatment. The province announced Friday that the maximum one-time Fertility Subsidy Program payment will rise to $29,000, up from $20,000. The increase is being supported by an additional $1.8 million included in Budget 2026, bringing the program's total budget to $5.8 million. The government says the higher subsidy is intended to help reduce the financial burden associated

The provincial government is asking the public for feedback on potential changes to Newfoundland and Labrador’s Highway Traffic Act. The consultation is intended to ensure the legislation remains up to date and addresses evolving road safety concerns. The government is seeking feedback in four key areas: E-bikes, e-scooters and other micro-mobility devices; Car and booster seats for children; Bicycle safety for children; and Driving schools. The focus areas are based on recom

Cottle’s Island Lumber Company Limited of Summerford has been charged with multiple alleged violations of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Occupational Health and Safety Act. The charges stem from workplace compliance inspections and alleged non-compliance with occupational health and safety orders issued by the province in September and November 2024. According to the Occupational Health and Safety Division, the allegations involve a number of workplace safety requirements, inclu