CBC | Newfoundland and Labrador News

Gros Morne fracking issue causing significant reaction

Sat, 18 May 2013 12:51:11 EDT

Tourism industry stakeholders, area residents and anti-fracking groups are weighing in on plans for controversial oil exploration near Gros Morne National Park.

Gushue | Why the loss of Ray Guy has meant so much

Sat, 18 May 2013 06:54:00 EDT

Ray Guy often spared no mercy in skewering his political subjects, but the man himself was altogether different, writes John Gushue.

Police investigating vehicle accident near Lewisporte

Sat, 18 May 2013 12:52:58 EDT

RCMP are investigating a single-vehicle accident that happened early on Saturday morning on Rte. 340 near Michael's Harbour.

Provincial historic sites open for summer season

Sat, 18 May 2013 11:42:25 EDT

Ten provincial historic sites in Newfoundland and Labrador will open their doors to the public on Saturday, beginning the 2013 summer tourist season.

Police recover stolen dirt bike, arrest made

Sat, 18 May 2013 11:09:56 EDT

RCMP in Trinity-Conception have made an arrest in connection with a stolen dirt bike from the Bristol's Hope area.

Last video store in Happy Valley-Goose Bay closes

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:35:16 EDT

After 15 years, the last video rental store in Happy Valley-Goose Bay has closed down.

Inmates accused of planning escape from Waterford

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:48:47 EDT

Police say an accused murderer and a man with forcible confinement convictions were planning to escape custody from the Waterford Hospital in St. John's.

Cuts will cause backlogs in Gander courts, says lawyer

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:28:20 EDT

A former legal aid lawyer said government cutbacks will have an big impact on the court system in Gander.

Fracking may jeopardize Gros Morne UNESCO status

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:41:00 EDT

Gros Morne National Park's status as a world heritage site may be in jeopardy due to plans for controversial oil exploration on Newfoundland's west coast, CBC News has learned. UNESCO is looking for answers about the proposed fracking near the site.

Flooding warning issued in Deer Lake

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:51:42 EDT

Water gushed through three open gates at a dam in Deer Lake, as the town prepared for damage from the highest water levels in the western Newfoundland area in three decades.

Police can keep material seized in Heavyweights searches

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:38:59 EDT

A provincial court judge has ruled that the RCMP can hold onto material seized last fall from a local fitness company.

Man faces additional charges in Springdale Street standoff

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:44:54 EDT

A man who was previously involved in a standoff with police on Springdale Street is now facing weapons charges in connection with the incident.

Boalag pleads not guilty

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:47:57 EDT

A man accused of several sexual assaults in the downtown St. John's area in 2012 has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.

24 ideas for the May 24th weekend

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:43:41 EDT

You probably already have plans for the long weekend, but here's our list of things you might consider.

Marine Atlantic accepting bids for new N.S. terminal

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:43:28 EDT

Two requests for proposals have been issued for the construction of a new ferry terminal in North Sydney, N.S.