Several RNC and RCMP units searched two homes on Tuesday and Wednesday in Southlands and St. Vincent’s. The two searches resulted in the seizure of multiple firearms, ammunition and magazines, and a prohibited weapon. Police arrested 31-year-old Nathan Fleming on scene and he appeared in court yesterday. He is charged with trafficking weapons, possession for the purpose of weapons trafficking, unlawful transfer of a firearm, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and unauthorized...

The RCMP is advising motorists that the Trans-Canada Highway is currently closed in both directions two kilometres west of the Long Harbour exit due to a motor vehicle collision. Motorists are asked to avoid the area and to exercise patience. Updates will be provided.

Helen Conway Ottenheimer speaks to the media. Kyle Brookings/Newfound News. The Minister responsible for Justice and Public Safety, Helen Conway Ottenheimer, provided an update to reporters this afternoon on the issues that are being experienced in the Provincial Court. Staffing and Sheriff shortages are the primary concerns. On Monday, the minister met with the Chief and Associate Justices to speak about the concerns. A new working group will be established that will consist of Chief Judge...

Across the province tonight, it will be unsettled with snow for many areas. The Avalon Peninsula and Burin Peninsula will see snow to start, and the snow will change to rain overnight. Central areas will see about 3 to 5 cm of snow, and about 5 to 10 cm is expected along the coast. On the Northern Peninsula, expect about 2 cm. Lows from minus 4 to plus 2 are expected. In Labrador, it will be unsettled with 5 cm of snow expected for the Churchill Falls area and 5 to 10 cm for Happy...

Unsplash There is another scam making the rounds. There have been reports of a fraudulent text message regarding Motor Registration services is circulating within the province. Recipients of the text message are asked to click a link and reset their password in order to receive a refund related to vehicle registration. Residents are reminded that the Provincial Government does not communicate information about vehicle registration through text message. People who receive the message should...

The RNC responded to a break and enter in the west end of St. John’s on Wednesday morning. Police located the 60-year-old male suspect in the basement of the residence. The man was then arrested for break and enter and breach of a release order. He was held to appear in Provincial Court in the morning.

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On Wednesday morning, the RNC responded to a residence in the west end of St. John’s regarding a report of an assault. The complainant alleged she had been assaulted by an ex-partner. The 50-year-old male suspect was located at his residence in CBS. He now faces charges of impaired operation, impaired over 80, assault, sexual assault and unlawfully in a dwelling. The accused was held to appear in Provincial Court this morning.

School closures and delays for all schools in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Route 100 is currently closed between Jerseyside and Freshwater due to a downed power line on the roadway. An update will be provided when the road reopens.

Across the Island, it will be a much calmer day with a mix of sun and cloud expected. There is a risk of flurries for most of Newfoundland, but no accumulation is expected. Highs will be near the freezing mark. For most of Labrador, a general 2 to 4 cm of snow is expected today. Highs will range from minus 12 to minus 7.

Map: Gov NL Drivers travelling the Wiley’s and Skidder Brook bridges on the Star Lake Forest Access Road can expect delays due to ongoing bridge repairs from Monday, December 8, until Sunday, December 21, 2025. The road is located on the north side of Beothuk Lake.

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services has made some changes due to adverse weather. The community walk-in clinic located at 50 Mundy Pond Road in St. John’s is closed for the remainder of the day. Doorways services in the Bonavista, Carbonear and Clarenville areas are offered virtually for the remainder of the day. Patients are advised to check with their health-care provider’s office to confirm that their appointment is going ahead. Those unable to attend their appointments are asked to...

It has been a stormy day across Newfoundland as the stormy weather continues. Snow will continue in central areas until late this evening. Precipitation over the Avalon has mostly changed to ice pellets or rain, making the snow exceptionally heavy. Winds on the Avalon and most of central Newfoundland will increase later this evening and Thursday morning with gusts from 80 to 100 km/h. Lows overnight will dip between minus 6 and zero. Across Labrador, light snow is expected in western areas....

PHOTO: RCMP NL The RCMP in Glovertown is currently responding to a tractor trailer blocking the westbound lanes of the Trans-Canada Highway in the area of Terra Nova National Park, approximately 5 km west of Glovertown. While the TCH is passable, motorists should expect delays and are asked to drive with extreme caution and patience, especially through the Terra Nova National Park. Police across the island are reporting hazardous and deteriorating road conditions and limited visibility due to...

Stefan King of Stephenville Crossing has been arrested by police after they received a report of a robbery and theft of a motor vehicle in the area of Main Street in St. George’s last Thursday. The incident began when a woman exited her home to confront a man she observed in the truck bed of her vehicle. Two residents were searching the area for the same male, who they believed had attempted to steal a nearby off-road vehicle. The two residents intervened in an attempt to ensure the safety of...

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The RCMP in Trinity-Conception are urging residents to lock doors and safeguard valuables after an uptick in recent reports of mischief and thefts from parked cars. Over the past week, police in Trinity-Conception have been called to investigate multiple reports of thefts from vehicles. In many cases, no items have been reported stolen; however, the suspect has gained entry and rummaged through the motor vehicle. Officers are investigating these reports and urge all residents to practice safe...

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Firefighters with the St. John’s Regional Fire Department were called to a house fire on Valleyview Road in St. John’s at approximately 6:20 p.m. on Tuesday. As firefighters arrived, the structure on the right side was fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters quickly knocked down the fire before it could advance to other parts of the home. Residents who were home at the time of the fire reported hearing a loud bang while they were eating supper, prompting them to look out the window and see...

The City of St. John's has distributed surveys to households on streets that participated in the 2025 temporary speed cushion trial. Temporary speed cushions were installed from summer to late fall 2025 on Gleneyre Street, Empire Avenue (between Circular Road and Rennies Mill Road), and Smithville Crescent. Residents of these streets are being asked to provide feedback on the project. At least 60 percent of survey respondents on a street must be in favour of constructing permanent speed...