October 4, 2021
The Provincial Government is acknowledging Fire Prevention Week that runs from October 3 – 9. This year’s theme is “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!” During this week, residents, families, educators, and fire departments are encouraged to learn more about…
September 19, 2021
The Provincial Government continues to monitor forecast information on an approaching weather system, now named post-tropical storm Odette, anticipated to affect parts of the Island today (Sunday, September 19) into Monday morning. Environment Canada has issued a tropical cyclone statement for…
September 17, 2021
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on an approaching weather system with the potential to affect parts of the Island on Sunday (September 19). Environment Canada is warning of heavy rain and high winds across the Avalon, Bonavista and…
September 11, 2021
The Provincial Government is assessing damages following Hurricane Larry. High winds have toppled trees causing widespread power outages across the Avalon Peninsula. Power restoration efforts are ongoing. If you see a downed power line, consider it energized and stay away….
September 10, 2021
The Provincial Government is providing an update on the potential impacts of Hurricane Larry which is anticipated to track near or over the Avalon Peninsula tonight (September 10) or early tomorrow morning. Weather advisories include: Hurricane warning for St. John’s…
September 9, 2021
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on the weather system now classified as Hurricane Larry, which is anticipated to track near or over the Avalon Peninsula Friday night (September 10) or early Saturday morning. Environment Canada has issued tropical…
September 9, 2021
The following is being distributed at the request of the Human Rights Commission of Newfoundland and Labrador: Nominations are now open for the 2021 Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Award, recognizing an individual who has made and/or continues to make…
July 26, 2021
The Honourable John Hogan, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, today announced the appointment of Patrick Roche, as interim Chief of Police. Mr. Roche began his career with the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary in 1985. Throughout his 36…
July 26, 2021
The following is being distributed at the request of the Human Rights Commission of Newfoundland and Labrador: Community Justice Connect, a conflict assistance clinic, is launching in Newfoundland and Labrador. The program provides a variety of conflict resolution services to…
July 16, 2021
The Honourable John Hogan, QC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, today announced the appointment of Jennifer Mercer, QC, to the Provincial Court in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Ms. Mercer graduated from Dalhousie Law School in 1997 and…
