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Residents of Central Newfoundland are being warned of black bears.

The department of Natural Resources says black bears have been reported in Gambo, Hare Bay, Indian Bay, Traytown, and Glovertown. Traps have been placed, and conservation officers were successful in relocating one bear from Traytown.

To avoid attracting bears to communities, residents are asked to ensure garbage is properly stored, and not put outside until collection day. If you come in contact with a…

Dates Set for Vale NL Illegal Dumping Trial

Future court dates have been set for a case involving allegations of illegal dumping by Vale Newfoundland and Labrador. Lawyers appeared for status this morning at provincial court.



The company is facing three charges stemming from the alleged release of waste into Anaktalak Bay, near Voisey's Bay mine site in 2011. Vale has been charged with one count of unlawfully depositing a deleterious substance in water, one count of failing…

Few TCH Motorists Heeding Moose Warning: RCMP

For motorists who use the Trans Canada Highway each day, its not an uncommon sight to see a moose or two, but this morning was an exception for one VOCM listener, who felt compelled to phone in a warning for other motorists.

The caller said that during a ride from Gander to Port Blandford this morning he saw 13 moose, many of them standing in the middle of the road.

But according to the RCMP, despite repeated warnings, many…

Good luck on Saturday. Hope everyone has a safe, successful and enjoyable hunting season.