New New child and youth advocate, chief electoral officer named by N.L. government

The provincial government announced Tuesday the new head of Elections Newfoundland and Labrador and a new Child and Youth Advocate.

Pulling counsellors 'biggest mistake' IOC ever made, says former support worker

by Jacob Barker

A former support worker for the Employee Family Assistance Program at the IOC mine in Labrador City says the company never should have 'outsourced' the program.

Husky Energy eyes 2017 sanction decision for West White Rose expansion

by Stephanie Kinsella

Husky Energy says it hopes to be in a position next year to decide on whether to go ahead with the West White Rose extension project.

$675K Set for Life payout for Logy Bay lotto winner

Winnie Devereaux, from Logy Bay, is the sixth Set for Life top prize winner in Newfoundland and Labrador this year.

Weather Eastern region Storm Centre closures and cancellations

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Small-town fisherman takes on Ottawa over fishery policies

by Paul Withers

A 61-year old fisherman from a small fishing town in Labrador has launched a legal challenge to preserve independent inshore fisheries in Atlantic Canada and overturn decades-old federal policies.

Think before you send: Be smart about social media, RCMP say to young people

by Bailey White

Members of the RCMP in Happy Valley-Goose Bay and in other detachments around Canada are encouraging young people to consider the consequences before sending compromising messages or posting on social media.

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N.L. finance minister speaks up about online threats and bullying

by Marilyn Boone

The finance minister for Newfoundland and Labrador says she has been degraded, bullied and threatened through online attacks and is going public to show that verbal abuse is not acceptable.

Law firm's holiday luncheon feeds dozens in St. John's

by Garrett Barry

Hot turkey dinners were served up for Rogers Rogers Moyse's eight annual community Christmas dinner.

Liberals, PCs backtrack on MHA pension decision

by Peter Cowan

After public outcry, the Liberals and Progressive Conservatives are reopening the discussion on whether newly elected MHAs should be grandfathered into existing plan.

'I didn't know what was on the go': Ray Stacey testifies Clifford Comerford attacked him first

by Ariana Kelland

Ray Stacey, 25, is accused of stabbing and killing Clifford Comerford. On the stand Monday, Stacey testified Comerford was the one who attacked first.

Updated Taxes, spending fall in 2017 St. John's budget

by Garrett Barry

Homeowners in St. John's will see a break on their tax bills in 2017, as the city's water and mill rate taxes are set to fall.

Christmas without you: Clarenville couple to spend holidays apart after 68 years of marriage

by Melissa Tobin

Husband and wife Roy and Dorothy Vardy will be apart this Christmas this year because there isn't enough space to accommodate both their healthcare needs at the same retirement home.

Search complete, but police say no sign of missing woman Jennifer Hillier-Penney

by Colleen Connors

Police ended the water, air and ground search for the missing St. Anthony woman 13 days after she went missing.

Independent MHA Paul Lane sued over $28K in alleged unpaid credit card debt

by Rob Antle

An Independent MHA who was kicked out of the Liberal government caucus for criticizing unpopular budget measures is now facing a lawsuit over more than $28,000 in alleged unpaid credit card debt.

Lightning strikes twice for St. Alban's Chase the Ace winner

by Maggie Gillis

With just one card left in the deck, there was no doubt the grand prize would go in the Chase The Ace Draw in St. Alban's Sunday.

Islander RV re-opens days after large fire

by Chris Ensing

The Islander RV store in Grand Falls-Windsor is open once again just days after a large fire ripped through apartments in the building.

Blog Protest against seal hunt draws 'hundreds' to shop at Natural Boutique sealskin store

by Stephanie Kinsella

Natural Boutique credits its boom in business on Sunday to the anti-sealing protest outside its St. John's store.

MHA Lorraine Michael diagnosed with, treated for breast cancer

by Daniel MacEachern

NDP MHA Lorraine Michael has gone public with her fight against breast cancer.

Counterfeit U.S. cash fooling St. John's stores

Police are warning stores in St. John's to check their cash registers for fake $20 bills from south of the border.

Ryan Reynolds dedicates Critics' Choice award to Connor McGrath, Grace Bowen

Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds dedicated his Critics' Choice Award for Entertainer of the Year to the memory of two children who died from cancer.

New cancer care plan for N.L. firefighters

by Stephanie Kinsella

Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Dwight Ball made good on one of his campaign promises Monday, on the issue of presumptive cancer care for firefighters.

Third time's the harm: N.L. MMA fighter wins first UFC bout after twice-delayed debut

by Daniel MacEachern

It took three tries, but Newfoundlander Ryan Janes was ready for his UFC debut, beating Keith Berish at Fight Night 102 in New York.

Weather Get your shovels and snowblowers ready: first winter storm set for St. John's

by Ryan Snoddon

The first winter storm warnings of the season are in effect for St. John's, the northern Avalon and the northeast coast of Newfoundland for Tuesday, with both snow and strong winds on the way.

2 arrested on drug charges after Saturday traffic stop in Labrador

A weekend traffic stop in Happy Valley-Goose Bay has resulted in a man and a woman charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking.

From bands to books: meet MUN's heavy metal prof

by Lukas Wall

Memorial University's latest Canada research chair is bringing some heavy metal thunder — and research — to campus.

Parent trap: child-care costs soaring at 3 times rate of inflation

by Jacqueline Hansen

Average Canadian child-care costs are climbing three times faster than inflation — up eight per cent since 2014 — and that could mean an extra $1,000 a year for parents in cities where daycare is most expensive, a new report says.

Budding artist uses maple leaf to win Hockey Canada contest

by Jeremy Eaton

A 10-year-old artist from St. John's has won the right to have her hockey helmet design worn by a Team Canada goalie at this year's World Junior Championships in Toronto.

Canadian dollar above 76 cents US as oil surges to 1½-year high

The Canadian dollar stayed firm above 76 cents US on Monday after oil prices rose to an 18-month high.

Billions of litres of raw sewage, untreated waste water pouring into Canadian waterways

by Elizabeth Thompson

Four years after the federal government adopted new regulations to clean up Canadian rivers and oceans, CBC News has learned that billions of litres of raw sewage and untreated waste water are still being dumped into waterways across the country.

'A common loss': Friends and family of suicide victims attend vigil in St. John's

by Andrew Sampson

Hundreds pf people packed the pews of St. Patrick's Church in St. John's to honour loved ones who died of suicide on Sunday.

Forgotten marijuana didn't violate drug policy, N.L. Supreme Court rules

by Marilyn Boone

A man who lost his job at the Terra Nova oil field because of a tiny amount of marijuana found in his jeans pocket at the airport has won a case at the Newfoundland and Labrador Supreme Court.

First Listen: All Will Be Well by Fortunate Ones

by Heather Barrett

Andrew James O’Brien and Catherine Allen of Fortunate Ones' new holiday album was inspired in part by a walk home last Christmas Eve.

Grand Falls-Windsor RCMP crack down on distracted drivers

Police in Grand Falls-Windsor focused their attention on distracted drivers Sunday, charging several drivers for using a cell phone while driving.

Sunday December 11, 2016

Video: Labrador Inuit develop an app to track changes in the land

User experience design at the community level means an app that works for the people using it.

Video N.L. word challenge: 'lickery'

No, it doesn't mean someone who is getting "liquored up."

Breast milk earrings, placenta pendants: Business booming for St. John's DNA jeweller

by Maggie Gillis

A woman in St. John's who makes DNA keepsake jewelry says she's turning bodily substances into unique pieces for people across Canada and the U.S.

Toddler aims to hike 316 km of East Coast Trail before age 4

by Lukas Wall

Amélie Després may be little, but she's set a big challenge for herself. The three-year-old wants to hike all 316 kilometres of the East Coast Trail before she turns four.

Wine with Gosine: Presenting David's favourite wine things

Looking for a great gift for the wine lover on your list? David Gosine has some items you may want to pick up.

Christmas cards helping 'tough little one' face cancer

by Rachel Ward

A nine-year-old girl's struggle with leukemia and her mother's Christmas wish are warming hearts across Canada.

Finding peace: Inuit sexual assault survivor shares story, leader pushes for change

by Ryan Cooke

With rates of sexual abuse much higher throughout Inuit communities, leaders and victims are urging people to speak out to try to help solve the problem.

Live Blog More snow on the way this week, check out the latest weather updates

by Ryan Snoddon

Ryan Snoddon, CBC's meteorologist in Newfoundland and Labrador, keeps track of weather across the province.

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Video Mummers gone wild! Creative disguises abound at annual parade in St. John's

by Andrew Sampson

A beautiful day in St. John’s was a fine match for the eccentric crowd of people who donned their best disguises to trek across St. John’s for the annual Mummers Parade on Saturday.

Video Kaetlyn Osmond just shy of a podium finish in France

by Jeremy Eaton

Kaetlyn Osmond put up an impressive skating performance at the ISU Grand Prix in Marseille, France but fell a few points short of a third place finish.

What are you at? Darryl Chislett's vintage model ships

by Heather Barrett

Darryl Chislett of the Kilbride area of St. John's says building model ships requires a keen interest in history.

Fresh Riot! New music compilation showcases emerging artists in St. John's music scene

by Lukas Wall

A new recording project in St. John's has put a series of up-and-coming and otherwise marginalized bands on tape.