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Telegram losing 30% of staff, including all photojournalists, says president of union local
On the heels of the news that the St. John's Telegram will reduce its printing schedule from daily to weekly, employees have learned there will also be a 30 per cent reduction in staff, including the elimination of all photojournalist positions, says the president of the paper's union local.
New shelter in St. John's aims to help homeless seniors in emergency situations
A 35-bed shelter on Patrick Street is the latest project from Connections for Seniors, a non-profit group that helps adults 55 years of age and up.
Opposition parties say Liberal government's economic update is a byelection ploy
While the Andrew Furey Liberals are celebrating what they call an improved economy, opposition leaders say the unusual midsummer fiscal update is timed to coincide with some voters soon going to the polls.
Joey Smallwood's Land Rover is touring Newfoundland for 75th anniversary of Confederation
The 1958 vehicle is said to be the first automobile to have ever driven across the island. It was on display at a classic car show in Torbay on Saturday and will be visiting other communities throughout the summer.
Cross-country motorcycle ride to support veterans and PTSD-awareness kicks off in St. John's
Over 40 motorcyclists are driving from St. Johns, N.L. to Aldergrove, BC, to raise awareness of the mental health struggles faced by veterans and first responders.
Equipment issue at Muskrat Falls caused widespread power outage in Newfoundland
Power was out for thousands of Newfoundland Power customers, though it has since been restored for most of the people impacted. NL Hydro says the outage was caused by an imbalance on the power system following an issue at Muskrat Falls.
How a Newfoundlander became the internet's go-to expert on the feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake
Matthew Smith's 'Whats The Dirt' has racked up millions of views for his videos breaking down hidden meanings in rap lyrics. Originally from Chapel Arm, Smith recounts his love of hip-hop and how he ended up at the centre of hip-hop's biggest beef.
3 MUN students charged with trespassing after refusing to leave pro-Palestine protest on campus
Each student is set to appear in court at a later date. Protesters had been occupying Memorial University's Arts and Administration building since early June. On Friday, MUN asked them to leave, citing both safety issues and an Ontario court ruling on protests at U of T.
Hundreds of people pay their respects as Newfoundland's Unknown Soldier lies in state
Several people who lined up to see the coffin explain why they feel it was important to show appreciation for the soldier's sacrifice. The Unknown Soldier is resting at Confederation Building until Monday's Memorial Day ceremony.
Around 70 people walk around Quidi Vidi Lake to destigmatize mental health issues
For the third time, the Sashbear Walk in St. John's raised money and awareness about the impact of emotional dysregulation on families.
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