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Microplastics: a macro problem
The section of the East Coast Trail dubbed the plastic forest has the potential to cause a lot more harm than we think.
CNA lockdown lifted
Former college student was behind threat.
College of the North Atlantic faces $1.5 million deficit in wake of provincial budget
CNA’s board of governors is looking into how the college will make up for the loss. Meanwhile, Opposition education critic David Brazil says any cuts should be postponed until after a post-secondary education review has been […]
Finance Minister Tom Osborne breaks bread with his toughest critics
The St. John’s Board of Trade has been among the current government’s most vocal critics in regards to fiscal responsibility. Finance Minister Tom Osborne spoke at their luncheon on Thursday.
Provincial government to replace Waterford Hospital
Dwight Ball announced on Thursday government plans to build a new mental health care facility as part of the Health Sciences Centre.
No April Fool’s joke, minimum-wage is going up by 15 cents
The Newfoundland government has raised the minimum-wage by 15 cents as part of its new plan. Melissa Wong Kicker
Small community outraged
Whitbourne is being plagued with a rash of robberies and home invasions, and citizens believe the crimes are drug-related.
Tipped Off By Technology
The Canada Revenue Agency has been tightening the screws on restaurants, making sure employees are paying enough taxes on their tips.
Being green in the grocery store
Grocery shopping isn’t just about saving money; it’s about saving the planet.