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RNC charge three people on the Avalon in connection with the largest fentanyl seizure in the province
Drug samples that were sent to the national crime lab for testing have confirmed police have seized more than 500 grams of fentanyl, more than 500 grams of methylfentanyl, as well as more than 250 grams of fentanyl and other fentanyl analogues (which include carfentanil, acetalfentanyl and fluorofentanyl.)
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A new "no fake flowers" policy at Mount Patricia Cemetery has generated plenty of talk
Real flowers and potted plants will not be affected by this change.
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Qalipu First Nations to hold session about "Jordan's Principle" this Friday afternoon
Jordan River Anderson lived in a hospital for over two years basically because levels of government could not agree for his at-home care once he was released and he died in hospital at the age of five.
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Spreading Kindness, One Heart at a Time at Sacred Heart Elementary school in Curling
Each student painted a wooden heart with their own unique touch, and attached them all to the school yard fence as a colorful symbol of the caring spirit that lives within this tiny school community.
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Police respond to dramatic dump truck collision near Corner Brook; 46-year-old driver taken to hospital
The dump truck was not carrying a load at the time, and appeared to have been travelling westbound when it crossed over into oncoming traffic, left the road and came to a stop in a ditch.
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Municipal Awareness Day event at the Corner Brook Civic Centre this Friday
Mayor Jim Parsons says it will open to the public at noon and it includes displays and demonstrations.
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Corner Brook Silver Blades figure skater Savannah Burden talks about show prep for this weekend
Burden started with CanSkate at the age of three and has been performing in ice shows for 15 shows.
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Corner Brook Mayor says new bulk garbage spring clean up options are working well
Jim Parsons says public works staff will be doing the curbside pick up this year and so far, there are getting a lot of requests for appointments.
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Construction on new warehouse at Corner Brook Port to start this month
Walkers are encouraged to explore alternate routes, such as the new section of the Trans Canada Trail on Riverside Drive, for a safer and more peaceful experience.
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Well-being grants of up to $1000 are now available for this September
To qualify, the event must align with the objectives and take place during Well-Being Week. The deadline for applications is June 6th.
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Bay St. George RCMP looking into report of bear spray being used at a grad party
Most of those in attendance had departed the scene prior to police arrival. Some teens received minor skin irritations.
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Proposals are now being accepted for Indigenous Violence Prevention Grants
$271K was announced in the last budget and funding proposals will be accepted until May 30th.
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It's Emergency Preparedness Week and residents need to pack enough for 72 hours
At minimum, an emergency kit should include food, water, batteries, a portable radio and prescription medications.
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Gros Morne Summit Trail closed until June 27th in order to protect wildlife
This seasonal closure gives animals like the Arctic hare, rock ptarmigan, and caribou the peace and space they need to safely care for their newborns.
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Palliative Care Cuddle Bed project working on 4 new beds at WMRH and $100,000
A cuddle bed is a single patient bed that can open up into a double, so palliative care patients can sleep with loved ones during their final hours.
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More than $593K has been announced for four projects to advance services in French
Nearly 26,000 Newfoundlanders and Labradorians speak both English and French, and more than 5,500 identify French as their first language.
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National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People
There will be a special event at the Majestic Lawn in Corner Brook starting one o’clock this afternoon.
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Police have located a vehicle stolen from Stephenville last night
The stolen vehicle, a 2018 brown Mazda CX5 SUV, with NL licence plate JHC530, matched the vehicle that fled from police.
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Little Rapids residential development plans in government's hands
The undertaking is adjacent to the Humber River, a scheduled salmon river. Construction would include the installation of a well and septic system and a new driveway and landscaping.
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RCMP pull four vehicles off the road in Stephenville last Thursday
Cpl Jolene Garland says it all started just before 10 a.m. Thursday morning.
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Government commissions new statue to pay homage to NL's wartime legacy
Last July 1st, 2024, Newfoundland and Labrador commemorated the centennial of the National War Memorial in downtown St. John’s, which included the repatriation and burial of an unknown soldier from the First World War.
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Money approved to build modular housing in St. Anthony
The business already has orders and is aiming to deliver its first products in the fall of 2025.
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Applications are now open for the 2025-26 Seniors’ Social Inclusion Initiative, grants up to $1000 available
It supports seniors’ and senior-serving organizations to promote activities and programs that support social inclusion, healthy aging, mental wellness, and overall well-being.
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Half of NL bowlers headed to the YBC Nationals in Edmonton are from Corner Brook Centre Bowl
Nine bowlers between the ages of 10-17 and four coaches are making the trek to the Nationals, which take place May 5th to the 7th at the Bonnie Doon Lanes.
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National Seal Products Day is May 16th
Business developer Bill Penney says they’re speaking with markets in Taiwan, the European Union, the United Kingdom and the United States about reopening seal markets.
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Online registration for Kindergarten in September starts soon
For the western region, registration begins at 9 a.m. Monday and Tuesday, May 12th and 13th.
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Deer Lake RCMP arrest a 42-year old woman after finding more than an ounce of cocaine
The woman is set to appear in court at a later date and the investigation is continuing.
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ATVs are once again travelling certain roadways in Corner Brook, season open until end of November
Drivers MUST stay on the designated route only and the maximum speed is 40 kilometers per hour on the road and 20 kilometers on pathways.
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Marcus Gosse's artwork on display at Confederation Building in the capital city
The piece is titled “Unity” (Mawo'ltimk), and illustrates the spirit of the Qalipu First Nation people.
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61-year-old woman makes false claim about an armed robbery at the St. George's town office
RCMP say Mary Spicer stole about $11,000 from the town office.
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Police catch 33-year-old driver traveling at speeds up to 164 km/hr on the TCH near Hampden Junction
159 km/hr.
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Wildfire Community Preparedness Day event at Margaret Bowater Park this Saturday
New this year is “Ember” the Firesmart fox.
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Government and PAL Airlines announce connecting routes between Deer Lake, Gander and St. John's
The routes will run seasonally from June 15th to September 20th, operating four days per week, creating the potential for economic benefits for the tourism industry.
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It's National Volunteer Appreciation Week, "Volunteers Make Waves"
Corner Brook Mayor Jim Parsons says volunteers help by filling the gaps.
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Bulk garbage spring clean up in Corner Brook starts tomorrow with option to drop off at Wild Cove
Proof of a city address is needed and those who use it will also be given a ticket to win a $100 gas card.
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Winning lotto ticket sold at Pasadena Irving
The winning ticket is worth $64,000
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Municipal Awareness is next week, celebration at the Civic Centre next Friday
Parsons says this is open to the public and there will be contests for kids, who are starting to learn what the city does.
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Student Job Fair today at Employment Centres in Corner Brook and Stephenville
More than 100 employers have signed on to participate, and in some cases, students may even take part in on-the-spot interviews for available positions.
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No more meetings at the Hughes Brook Community Hall for one church group
The church is believed to have 100K members in North America. It is often referred to as The Truth, The Way or the Two by Twos. It is also under investigation by the FBI into allegations of child sexual abuse.
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Several west coast fire departments get funding under the Wildfire Community Preparedness Day Award
They are the Corner Brook Regional Fire Department, Deer Lake Fire Rescue and the HIS Fire department in Irishtown-Summerside
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Massey Drive's Party on the Hill is coming back for its' fifth year
Organizer Gary Warren dropped says this year’s Party on the Hill will be July 26th.
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Carol Anstey, first female Progressive Conservative in NL to be elected to the federal government
Carol Anstey had been on the campaign trail for about 4 years, and last night, in her victory speech, Anstey started with a message for the people of the riding.
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Opposition raises concerns over state of Highway Enforcement vehicles
An access to information request from the Official Opposition revealed 74 per cent of vehicles used by highway enforcement officers are 10 years old or older with an average mileage of 300,000 kilometres.
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Carol Anstey declared winner in Long Range Mountains
Anstey beats Liberal candidate Don Bradshaw in the federal election race.
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DEVELOPING: Polling stations close across Newfoundland as counting begins
Stay tuned to BayFM for local election coverage.
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Mt. Moriah residents still have to boil their drinking water
Corner Brook Mayor Jim Parsons says this is part of the Deer Gulch project taking place on O’Connell Drive and it takes time to test the water and get results back.
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Removal deadline for studded tires is now May 15th
This extension is due to the continuation of winter-like conditions in some areas of the province.
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NL and NB sign MOU on free trade and labour mobility
Newfoundland and Labrador is New Brunswick’s fourth largest trading partner when considering two-way trade.
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Government announces new value-added processing licences for snow crab.
This will mean more jobs and increased investment in the seafood industry.
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Government announces funding for Cytochrome Technologies Inc for decarbonization
Industry Minister Andrew Parsons says this will help them develop a new carbon sequestration method.
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Applications are open until May30th for the 2025-26 Accessibility Grants
Eligible projects will improve the accessibility and inclusion of persons with disabilities in all aspects of society. T
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UPDATE: Boil water advisory lifted for Corner Brook, remains for Mount Moriah
This is due to upgrades to the water distribution system.
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Corner Brook MHA reaffirms call for cuts to Marine Atlantic fees
Gerry Byrne says all parties have committed to cut fares on PEI’s Confederation Bridge by 60 percent but only a 50 percent reduction on Marine Atlantic.
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Bay of Islands Yacht Club could be added to Corner Brook's ATV route at the next public council meeting
This includes Pikes Avenue to the Bay of Islands Yacht Club, Connors Road to Bartletts Avenue to the Bay of Islands Yacht Club.
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Government invests in technology company to help meet decarbonization levels
Nearly $438K is going to Cytochrome Technologies Inc. Industry Minister Andrew Parsons says they are working on a new technology that will help meet decarbonization targets.
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Bayfm's The Plain Truth takes a closer look at pink and blue
The show’s Guest Quinn Jesso says it started in 2007. Jesso says Pink Shirt Day, which is often held during the end of February, has a different but similar goal.
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Coast Guard has established an emergency zone around stranded cargo ship in Lark Harbour
The Coast Guard would like everyone to avoid this area to ensure the safety of residents and the crew.
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Corner Brook man arrested after firing shots at a home with a pellet gun
A 55-year-old man was arrested at his home nearby and charged with assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and mischief.
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Blue Felt Lichen is discovered in Central NL; a very rare, species at risk
Land Guardian Justin Hodge says 175 different species of lichens have been found in “Charlie’s Place.” Nineteen of these are new to the province and nine have been listed as species at risk.
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NL's forest fire season is now in effect with 40 wildfires already reported
Permits are not required for backyard fires, recreational campfires or boil-ups on or within 300 metres of forest land.
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Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Arts Infrastructure and Programming Fund
Both arts and community organizations are eligible to apply for arts programming funding.
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Corner Brook transit makes changes to Route 1 effective May 12, no more stops at the old hospital
Bus users can still reach this stop by taking Route 2 from Park Street at the beginning of each hour.
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NL's fifth water bomber damaged seven years ago is now being repaired at a cost of nearly $15M
Forestry Minister Gerry Byrne says adding the fifth water bomber back into the air services fleet will be a great asset in fighting and controlling wildfires, not just by air but through building resources on ground capacity.
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Opposition wants to know why it takes 7 years to move on getting a water bomber fixed
Exploits MHA Pleaman Forsey says officials in the Department of Fish, Forestry, and Agriculture confirmed last week that the water bomber will not return to service until 2026.
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Police looking for Mount Pearl man missing since April 15th
He is believed to be driving a white Honda Odyssey, NL licence plate JRJ-365.
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Qalipu Chief says "members are frustrated" over lack of action on removal of the cargo ship in Lark Harbour
The Chief says they need to be a part of this process and they want to help with the clean up.
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Comments are invited on plans to construct two breakwaters in Cox's Cove
The two proposed breakwater structures will be approximately 350 metres total length, two to three metres wide with the base spanning upwards of 20-25 metres.
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NLWest SPCA planning "A Desert Night" on May9th at the Elks Club
President Frances Drover says get ready to tantalize your sweet tooth with a variety of cakes including chocolate and pistachio served with ice cream, and a selection of pies, all donated and homemade.
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Another MHA is highlighting delays in getting a stranded cargo ship out of Lark Harbour
Torngat MHA Lela Evans says “On a global scale, we are all realizing that the environment we live in is precious and sustains us; collectively, we must ensure that we can manage our footprint – this includes minimizing any environmental impact from the grounded Baltic III.”
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Patients who travel more than 500 kms a year for healthcare can now get 25 cents per km
The 500-kilometre annual deductible period runs from April 1 to March 31st.
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"Parenting," the topic on Bayfm's the Plain Truth
Parents to be are being told to put their name on a list for child care options.
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Two arrests made, one police vehicle damaged in Hearts Content
Officers pulled into the driveway, blocking it and that’s when the vehicle reversed into the marked police vehicle.
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Outgoing NLTA President Trent Langdon reflects on his term representing teachers
Langdon says they need to see some clear cut strategies on how to fill 400 new teaching positions, the recruitment and retention piece has to be expanded and finally some part time teachers who have been struggling can now get full time work.
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New "seed library" launch tonight at the Corner Brook Public Library
Drop by to hear all the details about the seed library, including how to get seeds, how to donate seeds, and why seeds are so important!
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Meeting this week on what's next for a stranded cargo ship in Lark Harbour
MHA Eddie Joyce says he brought the issue to the House of Assembly last week. He says 4 kms of land has been approved to construct a road to lead to the site.
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NL government invests $350K in the 2025 General Municipal Election this October
Funding will be used to create a public awareness campaign, develop an election tool kit for interested communities and offer voluntary training for municipal election officials.
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Teachers gather in the capital city for the 2025 NLTA Biennial General Meeting
Approximately 200 NLTA members will debate and vote on resolutions from Branches and Special Interest Councils, consider proposed by-law amendments, and address other key matters shaping future direction.
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A new Indigenous Patient Navigator at WMRH
Scott Janes says awareness is important as many Indigenous members may not know that this service exists.
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Tractor trailer overturns on Route 202 and police find $2.4 million worth of illegal cigarettes
Also, a case of pre-rolled illicit cannabis was located and seized
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Opposition leader raising concerns over 158 toxicity deaths and increase in crime in NL
Tony Wakeham noted the latest statistics indicate that crime is up 20 per cent
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The 2025 annual Provincial Drama Festival is underway in Corner Brook
Eight theatre groups from across NL will perform which started on the 19th with locals, The Off-Broadway Players.
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$316K announced for four projects on the Northern Peninsula, mostly for trails
Industry Minister Andrew Parsons says the bulk of the funding will be going into trail systems between the Great Northern Trail Association, the Viking Trail Association and St. Anthony Basin Resources Incorporated.
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Applications for projects under the NL Settlement and Immigration Grants program are open until May 2nd
The program is a key part of immigration retention efforts through supporting the social, economic and cultural integration of newcomers.
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Corner Brook city council spent close to $9,000 less on travel
The Mayor spent $1396.08, Deputy Mayor Chaisson, $1309.75, Councillor Gill, $360.00, and Councillor Pender spent $906.50.
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St. John's RNC looking for missing 33-year-old woman
he 33-year-old woman is described as being tall and slender with red hair.
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ParksNL launches reservations next week for the 2025 Camping season
The reservation system opens on April 23 at 7:00 a.m. (6:30 a.m. for most of Labrador) and can be made by visiting www.nlcamping.ca
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Funding has been approved to plan for 13 new affordable units in Corner Brook
A total of $310,000 was awarded for pre-development costs to make it easier to advance seven community-based projects in NL.
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Bayfm News features Sarah Parsons, NDP candidate for Long Range Mountains
Parsons says people are working harder than ever before and getting less in return and it doesn’t have to be this way.
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Council approves a new water to water heat pump at Corner Brook city hall at $113,275
Tenders closed on April 8, 2025, with two (2) bids received from the following (HST Included): Northridge Developments Ltd. $113,275.00 R&R HVAC and Controls Ltd. $114,137.00
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Remove studded winter tires by April 30th
Under the Highway Traffic Act, studded tires may only be used between November 1 and April 30.
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Opioids found in NL up to 70 percent more potent than fentanyl, according to Chief Medical Examiner
Between 2023-2024, this average has more than doubled, with an annual average of 36 deaths attributed solely to cocaine.
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Seniors Advocate says cost main barrier for modifications to age at home
The province’s Seniors’ Advocate released a report yesterday, titled “An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure.”
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Bayfm features Peoples Party of Canada Long Range Mountains candidate Pamela Geiger
Geiger says she decided to run as a way to show her children how to lead by example.
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Chief Medical Examiner says cocaine deaths have more than doubled in NL
Between 2023-2024, this average has more than doubled, with an annual average of 36 deaths attributed solely to cocaine.
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BayFM wins two national awards in less than a year
The Community Radio Awards in Broadcast and Online selected BayFM for their “Community Engagement Award.”
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UPDATED: Missing man Joshua Legge found safe
The RCMP provided an update on Saturday.
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UPDATED: Teen dead after Stephenville dirt bike crash
The operator, an 18 year old male, was rushed to Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville with life-threatening injuries.
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