Local News from Wednesday, February 18th, 2026

Councillor Sherry Dean asked about guidelines around quality assurance when food is prepared in a home based business and sold. The city’s Director of Protective Services, Todd Flynn, says it’s up to ServiceNL.

Airport President and CEO Tammy Priddle says “Expanding access to the nation’s capital supports our community, businesses, government travelers, and the tourism sector.”

Bay St. George RCMP put out a plea yesterday for information on who was responsible or for the cat’s owner. 

She won for her poster of the Glynmill Inn, which is a Provincial Registered Heritage Structure.

Glenwood Ward Councillor Frank Skeard spoke about the South Coast Fjords National Marine Conservation Area in light of the provincial government’s decision to walk away from a feasibility study on the project

On Monday, February 16th, police in Stephenville received a call from an animal rescue organization reporting that an orange cat was placed in their care after it was dropped off at a west coast veterinarian’s office and received preliminary treatment.

A tax break of $125.00 per unit per year for three years was recommended. In the end, council approved an amendment to opt for a two year tax break for landlords instead of three. The matter is due to be voted on during the next public meeting.

RCMP Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says around 6:15 Monday evening, police noticed a car with a defective head light and pulled the driver over on Lushes Lane.

RNC stopped pursuing the speeder in the interest of public safety but later located the suspect vehicle at a residence on Dogwood Drive.