Local News from Wednesday, February 4th, 2026

Premier Tony Wakeham says “Closing our Boston Office is about making sure every public dollar is working as hard as possible for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.”

Amy Hann is the Education and Employment Coordinator at Vine Place and says anyone needing a resume created, updated, or printed can visit her office located on Crestview Avenue.

Police say the driver failed a roadside breath test and blew above the legal limit at the detachment.

A 36-year-old Alberta man was arrested for impaired driving, flight from police and refusing to provide a breath sample.

56-year-old Scott Lavers of Port Saunders is now facing drug related charges.

Environment, Conservation and Climate Change Minister Chris Tibbs says “given the potential risk to aquaculture, fishing and mining sectors and the viability of the communities who rely on them, the Provincial Government is unable to proceed.”

Linda Chaisson says another suggestion was to update the city’s website to be more “friendly” for businesses and development.

Airport CEO Tammy Priddle says Porter is increasing capacity at Deer Lake starting in June.