Pride parade family affair for St. John's filmmaker, newly out uncle

Dunn is home from Toronto to support his uncle who, after 47 years, is coming out as gay.

Parks Canada putting the signal back in Signal Hill

by Maggie Gillis

Parks Canada is hoisting a piece of St. John's history this summer, with replicas of flags that were flown to notify merchants that their ships were coming in.

'I love it': Athletes enjoy sports, friendships at Special Olympics Provincial Games

Athletes from all over the province are in St. John's this weekend for the 2017 Special Olympics.

One Fogo Island ferry repaired, second due back Monday

The Fogo Island-Change Island ferry run has two vessels again, with repairs to the Galatea completed.

It's official — or is it? Pro basketball league announces N.L. franchise, city says not yet

by Ryan Cooke

The National Basketball League of Canada has announced a new franchise for St. John's this fall, but an arena deal may not be done yet.

Organ transplant: how a pipe organ wound up in a St. John's living room

by Heather Barrett

Some homes have pianos in their living rooms, but Sabina Wilhelm's house is probably the only one in St. John’s with a much bigger keyboard instrument - a pipe organ.

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Global warming threatens some of the world's favourite wines — for surprising reasons

by Brandie Weikle

In the vineyards where the world's favourite wines are produced, climate change affects more than the soil and the sun shining on the vines. Scorching hot conditions for workers in the largely manual grape harvest are affecting productivity, research published in the journal Temperature has found.

Breaching the limit? Trial for skipper of whale watching boat continues

by Meghan McCabe

The trial for the skipper of a tour boat charged with bringing it too close to a whale back in August 2014 will resume in the fall, with the judge clear it must end then.

More trouble for Fogo ferries, Galatea taken out of service

The MV Galatea was taken out of service on Friday night due to engine trouble.

New program offers support for people who want to leave sex trade

by Maggie Gillis

The Blue Door program will provide intensive supports for anyone involved in the sex trade who wants to leave, whether it be sex workers, those being sexually exploited or traffickers.

Robot from N.L. to seek out Avro Arrow models in Lake Ontario

by Alexandra Sienkiewicz

A renewed search to find and bring the planes to a final resting spot at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum in Ottawa and the National Air Force Museum of Canada in Trenton, Ont. is announced.

Who owns that? $100M luxury yacht anchors in St. John's

A high-end yacht turned heads as it arrived in St. John's Thursday.

2 suspects wanted for armed robbery at St. John's pharmacy

by Sarah Smellie

The RNC are asking for help identifying two men involved in an armed robbery at Metro Pharmacy in St. John's Thursday.

RNC respond to child left in hot car, prompts public warning

One day after issuing a warning about pets, police are now asking people not to leave their children in a hot car unattended.

Landing gear problem forces Cougar flight to declare an emergency

by Sarah Smellie

A helicopter flight to St. John's from the Terra Nova oil field was forced to declare an emergency when its landing gear wouldn't descend Thursday.

Office space and space and space: Downtown St. John's vacancy rate soars in just 2 years

by Daniel MacEachern

A new survey shows that one-fifth of all available office space in St. John's is sitting empty, thanks to an increase in supply combined with decreased demand.

Gambo brothers turn summer mowing gig into cutting-edge business

by Garrett Barry

Colby and Benjamin Parsons, 13 and 12, have earned almost $2,000 through their burgeoning lawn mowing enterprise.

Summer snowplow: Icebreaker captain embarks on 13th trip to North

by Avneet Dhillon

Icebreaker Henry Larsen departed for the Arctic Thursday evening — one of seven icebreakers the Coast Guard sends to the Arctic every summer.

Arrest made in 'intentional break' of sprinkler at Corner Brook hospital

Blood collection at five health centres cancelled for Friday, some surgeries may also be delayed, and the full extent of damage is not yet known.

Town warns capelin-chasers: Don't park on wrong side of road

With capelin aficionados waiting for the silvery fish to start rolling in earnest, a Newfoundland town has a pre-emptive warning: Park properly or prepare to be towed.

Taxi driver in Labrador robbed at knifepoint, suspect arrested

The passenger in the car demanded cash and fled on foot, was later arrested in Sheshatshiu.

Arctic Aviation Tour that was scheduled for Labrador shows is grounded

by Walter Strong

The Canadian Arctic Aviation Tour has been inspiring many across the North, but organizers say they have run out of money after hoped for federal funding never materialized.

Man accused of drunk driving causing death reoffends on bail, say police

by Garrett Barry

A Buchan's Junction resident is facing charges for drunk driving while on bail for an alleged DUI causing death.

Skateboarder holding onto moving Jeep falls, gets run over

Both the skateboarder and the driver were 17-year-old girls.

Kids or career? Lack of child care means tough choice for Labrador families

by Jonny Hodder

If you’re an expectant parent in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, there’s someone other than family who you need to call as soon as possible.

Ban backyard trampolines, doctor says after N.L. girl suffers neck, spinal injuries

A St. John's doctor is calling for a ban on trampolines after seeing numerous injuries, from battered brains and spinal cords to strokes.

Beaches to visit in Newfoundland and Labrador this summer

by Ariana Kelland

Count down the best beaches this province has to offer.

Happy Valley-Goose Bay grocery store shuts down to honour clerk with 'heart of gold'

by Jacob Barker

More than 400 friends, family and shoppers paid tribute to beloved Northmart cashier Gwen Moores this week.

Would-be armed robbers locked out of St. John's drug store

Two suspects robbed a second pharmacy an hour later, but police haven't said if the two robberies are connected.

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Attempted murder charge laid after stabbing in Port aux Basques

by Sarah Smellie

Thomas Kavanagh, 54, has been charged after a man with apparent stab wounds was found by police Wednesday night.

2 plead guilty to manslaughter in Steven Miller's death

Chesley Lucas and Calvin Kenny entered the plea in court in St. John's Thursday morning.

Let's try this again: Muskrat Falls transformers heading to Cartwright

by Marilyn Boone

Nalcor Energy announced Thursday that it is ready to ship seven huge transformers by barge to Cartwright and then over land to Muskrat Falls.

Weather Sideways funnel cloud? Nope — Little Catalina sees roll cloud

by Ryan Snoddon

People in the community of Little Catalina on the Bonavista Peninsula got a rare glimpse at a fascinating cloud formation this week.

Province spent over $48K on RNC senior officer probe

by Ariana Kelland

An independent investigation into senior officers with the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary cost the provincial government just over $48,000.

Hot dogs in vehicles prompt calls to police, and a warning to pet owners

by Stephanie Tobin

If you can't take the heat, your dog can't either.

'Deplorable': 32 NL Housing units without running water for 26 hours

The agency that owns a public housing units on Cowperthwaite Court in St. John's says the water is now back on.

Homicide without a body: How can police lay charges?

by Ariana Kelland

Cortney Lake has been missing for more than a month. What are the chances a charge can be laid without finding a body?

Corey Hart, Serena Ryder added to Atlantic Fest lineup

Canadian rockers join headliner Blake Shelton in Grand Falls-Windsor on Aug. 26.

Salmon numbers so low this season DFO scientists may recommend a ban

by Andrew Sampson

DFO scientists say they may have to recommend a ban on the salmon harvest, implementing a catch and release system the rest of the season.

C.B.S. lifts water conservation order, but asks residents not to waste

Combination of high use and watermain leak drained main storage tanks, says Steve Tessier.

'Patriarchy got me drove': Shirt driving membership blitz for Status of Women Council

by Sarah Smellie

St. John's Status of Women Council attracted 100 new members in 24 hours with their new membership campaign.

Down to a dozen: Ace remains in the deck, draw expected to top $1M next week

The elusive ace remains in the deck for at least one more week, as the consolation prize of $110,995 was snatched up, but not the jackpot.

2 assaults in one day involving same women lead to arrest

The 32-year-old suspect is facing multiple charges in the assaults.

President's Choice pub recipe chicken nuggets recalled for possible salmonella contamination

Some President’s Choice brand chicken nuggets are being recalled because of possible salmonella contamination, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency said Wednesday night.

Highs and rows: Injuries force rowers to shorten transatlantic voyage

Instead of celebrating with champagne, Joseph Gagnon and Brian Conville might have to settle for Guinness.

'Never did I expect to get a call like this': Carbonear woman loses partner in Iqaluit explosion

by Meghan McCabe

A Carbonear, N.L. man died almost immediately following a blast between two homes in Iqaluit last week. A man from Burin died later from his injuries, and another is in hospital.

Corner Brook needs more firefighters, report says

by Gary Moore

A new report which studied Corner Brook's fire department says the city needs more firefighters and two new stations.

'I thought it was an earthquake': Subaru hits cars, bus sign before crashing into flower shop

Martha Houston was relaxing on her lunch break when a car came smashing into the flower shop where she works.