The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is investigating an incident that occurred in a wooded area in the Southlands neighbourhood of St. John’s. At approximately 9:30 p.m. yesterday (Aug. 3), Operational Patrol Services responded to a report of an assault near Southlands Community Centre on Teakwood Drive in St. John’s. Responding officers spoke with a female youth who reported that a person pulled her towards the tree line bordering the community centre. A brief strugg

A 39-year-old man is facing numerous charges after police linked him to two separate incidents in St. John's on Monday evening, including a break-in and assault with a weapon. The RNC first responded to a disturbance at a residence in the New Pennywell Road area at approximately 8:40 p.m. on Aug. 3. Police allege the suspect forced his way into a home and assaulted the female homeowner with an edged weapon. Investigators said the victim and suspect were known to each other. O

The Newfoundland and Labrador government is asking residents to help shape the province's new 10-Year Poverty Reduction and Prevention Strategy by sharing their experiences, ideas and priorities through a public consultation process. The province has launched an online survey and is also accepting written submissions as it develops the long-term strategy, which was announced as a commitment in Budget 2026. Officials say feedback is being gathered from residents, community org

A 37-year-old man has been charged following an alleged armed robbery in Mount Pearl on Monday night. The RNC responded to a report of a robbery on Commonwealth Avenue at approximately 9:34 p.m. on Aug. 3. Police said the victim reported being robbed by a suspect armed with an edged weapon before the suspect fled the area on foot. A short time later, an officer located a man matching the suspect's description walking along a nearby trail system. Following an investigation, th

Residents are invited to kick off Royal St. John's Regatta festivities with an evening of free live entertainment, food and games during the annual Regatta Eve celebration at Quidi Vidi Lake this evening. The concert will take place at the Quidi Vidi Bandstand and feature performances by several well-known Newfoundland and Labrador bands, along with concessions serving traditional Regatta treats, beverages and games of chance. The entertainment lineup includes: Carolina East