Local News from Thursday, March 12th, 2026
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Schools to remain closed Friday afternoon due to weather
Schools in the Corner Brook region were also closed Thursday.
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The Canadian Taxpayers Federation wants the Rothschild and Company report released; it cost taxpayers $5.4M
The work was delivered to government in the spring of 2022, but the public has still not seen the analysis or recommendations.
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Minister highlights the launch of Venture Newfoundland and Labrador III
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.
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Corner Brook MHA Jim Parsons gives first speech in the House of Assembly
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.
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This is Nutrition Month and nutrition starts with access to healthy options
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.
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Job Creation Partnerships Program applications being accepted now until June 12th
The work must be community-based and not-for-profit.
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Government announces more than $250M for highway projects, including the TCH between St. Judes and Corner Brook
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.
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Bay of Islands and Humber Valley schools to be closed Thursday morning
NL Schools made the announcement Wednesday evening.
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Today's Weather
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Corner BrookLow-level cloud
High: -2°C | Low: -10°C
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Deer LakeLight snow shower
High: -2°C | Low: -16°C
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StephenvilleSunny intervals
High: -1°C | Low: -6°C
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Podcasts
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Center Stage with StellaCenter Stage with Stella, Wednesday March 11, 2026
This week's musical guest is Lorna Lovell
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The Plain TruthThe Plain Truth, Wednesday March 11, 2026
March is Nutrition Month, nutrition starts with access to healthy options
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BayFM On-Demand53rd Corner Brook Winter Carnival Wrap-up
Sandra Elms and Dawn King on Bay Fm Friday morning February 27