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The stolen vehicle has a Newfoundland and Labrador licence plate # HWN156.

Residents can also drop off bulk household garbage at the Wildcove landfill from May1st-11th and the city will pay the fees.

To find out more or register for events go to the Qalipu First Nation facebook page or qalipu.ca. 

Schools in the Corner Brook region were also closed Thursday.

He spoke about our world, saying it is not black and white but shades of grey with no silver bullets for the challenges we face.

Over the past 11 years, the company has helped local tech companies – attract $348 million from other investors, creating hundreds of jobs, and building a portfolio of shares in companies worth $1.59 billion. 

The work was delivered to government in the spring of 2022, but the public has still not seen the analysis or recommendations.

Work will include the rehabilitation of Sections of TCH Between St. Judes and Corner Brook, as well as culvert replacements on TCH between Pasadena and Corner Brook.

The work must be community-based and not-for-profit.

Megan Salter is the Regional Food Animator for Western NL and the Northern Peninsula with Foodfirst NL, a non-profit group with over 25 years experience leading programs and advocacy with a mission to advance everyone’s right to food.

NL Schools made the announcement Wednesday evening.

Appointments can be made between March 13th and April 13th by calling 637-1666. An online portal will open on March 13th: www.cornerbrook.com/2026BulkCollection.

It will feature performances by the Navigators, Roblo’s Rock and Jesse Hackett.

The proponent, Atlas Salt Inc has also met conditions under their Gender Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan, and surveys for Black Ash. 

At last night’s public meeting, council approved a change order for transit to allow the extended service hours for Monday to Friday from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., as well as Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The RNC reminds operators that valid registration and users under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult.

Quarry materials would be used for road sand and construction projects.

The suspect was wearing dark coloured clothes, a hat and a face mask.

CEO and President Tammy Priddle says Porter Airlines is really pleased with how the community has supported the company and it really comes down to people purchasing tickets on the aircraft.

Eligible municipalities, schools and community groups can avail of nearly $133,000 in non-repayable grants to help boost food self-sufficiency and access to fresh foods.

On Bayfm with Lenny Benoit this morning, she spoke about her beliefs in teamwork.

The deadline to apply is March 31st and for more information call 709-637-2077. 

Artistic Producer, Nicholas Leno, says they’re reviving a festival classic; Rhonda Payne’s Stars in the Sky Morning is returning with a much-loved story about life on the Great Northern Peninsula, as told through the lens of women who lived it.

RCMP checked Samantha Cornect’s residence early Thursday morning to see if she was following the conditions attached to her release.

Between Sunday and Wednesday, over 30 BOISAR members put in more than 650 person hours of training with helicopter crews.

New for classrooms this year is the book called, “Hay! Have you herd?”

There is a major jump at the pumps today.

The RNC is looking for video surveillance or witnesses to call 637-4100. 

The CEO of the Alzheimer’s Society NL, Shirley Lucas, says there are over 25 different types of dementia.

Co-artistic Director Ian Locke, says performers have a 12 piece band backing them up and they are all from right here.

Emergency crews responded to the downtown Corner Brook business during the 7 p.m. hour Thursday.

Three firearms were taken including, a Savage 30-06 rifle, with a black stock and a silver barrel, a pink camouflage 20-gauge shotgun and a 0.22 calibre rifle.

The total moose quota for the Island is 28,705, including 20,835 either-sex, 7,390 male-only, and 480 not-for-profit licences.

Marine Programs Coordinator Sydney Sullivan says the project brought together scientists, community partners and local organizations to help fill some research gaps on the west coast of NL.

Cst Stephanie Myers says criminals are becoming more sophisticated and convincing, targeting people of all ages, genders and backgrounds.

Linda Chaisson says potholes are popping up everywhere and if one is not marked or addressed contact the city at 637-1666. 

Eligible organizations for funding include non-profit, post-secondary institutions, municipalities; and Indigenous governments.

The river winds through the reserve, connecting Georges Lake to the St. George’s River Estuary and provides key spawning grounds for Atlantic salmon.

President and CEO Bruce Keating explains the decrease is because of bigger expenses from higher cannabis commissions paid out and lower beer commissions.

Seven of the fatalities took place on the Trans-Canada Highway, with the other eight on secondary roads and three were categorized as moose-vehicle collisions.

Wakeham says a key part of the agreement is $200 million in fabrication funds, which will be used to secure capital to build a large floating dry dock at Bull Arm.

He says, “What happens in our schools is reflected in our communities and what happens in our communities is reflected in our schools. ” 

The rules are simple; one name suggestion per person, the name must be no longer than nine letters, can be one or two syllables,  and must start with the letter “B.”

Novation Builders Inc. says the theft happened around 11:30 Monday night.

37-year-old Archibald Billard, 31-year-old Samantha Cornect, and a 34-year-old woman due to appear in court next month, are all facing charges. 

Cruise Marketing Coordinator Patti Ricketts says it all starts June 14th and ends on October 23rd.

Ten o’clock Thursday morning, a known suspended driver was pulled over in Barachois Brook.

A transition committee will be created to determine next steps and timelines.

Kristen Mercer says “they get a quality control email each day and they’re impressed with Corner Brook and they didn’t think we would get it this much this soon.” 

The 62‑year‑old male driver from Picadilly was ticketed and his license was suspended.

Susan Walsh says the past 35 years have been a blink as she gets set to retire in May.

Mayor Linda Chaisson says it will take place in Curling mid-April and all council will be there as well as city staff.

The suspect blew four times the legal limit at the Deer Lake detachment.

Trailhead Development Company Inc. will build a trailhead gateway and a 28-kilometre multi-use trail for walking and biking.

The Municipal Elections Act does not effectively meet the needs of voters or municipalities.

A natural giver, Nola quietly helped friends, neighbors and even strangers, never seeking recognition - only a chance to make life a little better for someone else.

For more information on garbage and recycling, go to wrwm.ca or download the App at wrwmnl

It supports community-based, not-for-profit projects that provide Employment Insurance (EI) eligible individuals with opportunities to gain work experience.

They found 490 incidents of fraud reported last year, with 64 percent related to cheque fraud and  26 percent were clients receiving support under false pretenses

Training will be concentrated around the airport at the Town of Deer Lake and on the North side of Deer Lake, opposite the Town of Pasadena.

Carnival Committee member Jennifer Elms says there will be delicacies from India, Uganda, NL and more with a couple of new vendors this year. 

Arthur Parsons was arrested on Wednesday after a shooting in McIvers. There were no injuries.

At around 5:00 p.m. an officer saw a vehicle speeding and driving erratically and pulled the driver over on Farm Road.

The program supports risk assessments, fuel management planning, and mitigation activities.

Officers quickly contained a home and as a result 78-year-old Arthur Parsons was arrested without incident and the shelter-in-place was lifted.

The minimum overtime wage rate is rising to $24.53 an hour.

Ashley Payne is an Insolvency Advisor with BDO Debt Solutions here in Corner Brook. She says people need to focus on getting their taxes done before the deadline to avoid interest and penalties.

This year’s Winter Carnival Ambassadors are Ella Rashleigh and Lily Smallwood.

Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says police got a call shortly after 10:30 p.m saying Jamie Gillam, 28, was at the Marine Atlantic terminal, in violation of the conditions of his release order.

Susan Walsh says “much has been achieved but more remains to ensure seniors in our province are respected, supported, and live with

Public Relations spokesperson Ashley Buckle says it’s nice to see carnival through the eyes of others and everyone enjoys it differently.

All residents of McIvers will see a police presence throughout the day.

A roadside test was done and while the driver was found to be above the provincial limit he was below the criminal threshold to be charged for impaired driving. 

During a one hour period on Sunday,  three drivers ages 27, 33 and 36, all had their licences suspended following roadside screening in the early morning hours.

During the man’s arrest, he used his body to cause damage to the police vehicle and was taken to a nearby health centre for treatment of minor injuries.

Dr. Daisy Baldwin is an assistant prof with MUN’s  Faculty of Nursing and says there are differences between heart disease and stroke but they are intertwined.

Tony Wakeham outlined the province’s defence capabilities directly to Prime Minister Mark Carney and during his November meetings in Ottawa, following up with a letter in December.

She showed up at the Bayfm studios on Monday wearing her viking attire gown with gauntlets, sword and dagger, and a money belt, because she says vikings love money.

Mayor Linda Chaisson says it all kicked off Friday night with the flag raising, torch lighting and parade to opening ceremonies at the Party in the Park where Leif the Lucky came out of his hut.

Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, Joan Marie Aylward, will deliver the Speech from the Throne to officially open the First Session of the 51st General Assembly at 2:00 p.m.

Premier Tony Wakeham says “by aligning emergency services we are strengthening our ability to respond to the realities we’re facing, especially when it comes to wildfires."

Police caution all drivers in the Port aux Basques area that high winds, wet snow and ice are creating hazardous road conditions.

He failed a roadside breath test and again at the detachment, where he was released from custody and is due to appear in court during April.

Lynn Howse of Western Regional Waste Management says plastics are recyclable but pay attention to the recycling number stamp on the product that looks like a small triangle of three arrows, and numbers 1, 2 and 5 are accepted. 

The fund supports local athletes by providing financial assistance to help offset costs associated with training and competition.

The Community Radio Awards in Broadcast and Online selected BayFM for their “Community Engagement Award.”

The RCMP provided an update on Saturday.

The operator, an 18 year old male, was rushed to Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville with life-threatening injuries.