The oldest continuing organized sporting event in North America is a go today with the 208th running of the Royal St. John’s Regatta.

The wind has picked up on Quidi Vidi Lake, prompting organizers to pause the races. Currently at the lake, the wind is making the water choppy. At the St. John's International Airport, the wind is gusting to 63 km/h. The Regatta went ahead this morning. The decision was made under a mix of sun and cloud and light winds. As the day progressed, cloud cover increased, and the wind picked up. The Regatta is expected to resume at 3:30 p.m.

Excitement is building in Corner Brook as the west coast city gets ready for the Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games. The Games will start on Saturday, August 8 and conclude on Saturday, August 15. The Newfoundland and Labrador Games bring together youth from all corners of the province to compete in multiple sports. It works to celebrate athletic development, community spirit, and regional pride.

On Tuesday evening, the RNC received a call from two hikers who were lost on the East Coast Trail. The Ground Search and Rescue were called to assist in locating the missing individuals. The hikers were located and determined to be safe. There were no injuries reported.

The price of gas decreased by 6.5 cents per litre, while diesel prices on the Island fell by up to 9.8 cents per litre. Diesel prices in western Labrador dropped by 9.9 cents per litre. Home heating fuels also saw price reductions. Furnace oil on the Island decreased by 8.46 cents per litre, while stove oil in western Labrador fell by 8.64 cents per litre. The Public Utilities Board said the adjustments were based on the most recent market data available as of the close of bu