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Humber River and communities around it are under a flood watch
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/humber-river-and-communities-around-it-are-under-a-flood-watch/
Published: May 8, 2026 15:33
River levels are rising and may approach or exceed river banks.
Seniors of Distinction Awards nominations accepted until Monday, May 11th
Published: May 8, 2026 15:30
To be eligible for the award, a senior must be nominated by an individual or group, must be 50 years of age or older and be a current or past resident of Newfoundland and Labrador.
MNL concerned over changes to Multi-Year Capital Works Program and lack of consultation
Published: May 8, 2026 15:30
Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador (MNL) is holding their symposium in Gander this weekend.
It's Stop Sexual Exploitation Week, "It Happens Here; together we can create a safer community"
Published: May 8, 2026 15:30
On Bayfm’s “the Plain Truth,” one of the guests was Nicole Deveau, the coordinator of the Coalition Against the Sexual Exploitation of Youth or CASEY.
MHA says Corner Brook will lose $400K a year with changes to the Capital Works Program
Published: May 8, 2026 08:30
Jim Parsons says the multi-years Capital Works Program has traditionally provided funding for 22 of the larger communities but that’s now been whittled down to 7, which Corner Brook is part of. But, he says the program has changed from a three year to a…
$3.3M available to help farmers under the Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program
Published: May 8, 2026 08:30
To apply, farmers and producers must have reported a minimum of $15,000 in sales in one of the last three years or be new to the Agriculture industry.
Municipal Awareness Day activities start 12 o'clock at the Corner Brook Civic Centre
Published: May 8, 2026 08:30
This event is open to the general public from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
BOISAR rep says not enough snow for a snowmobile and too much mud for anything with wheels
Published: May 7, 2026 14:30
BOISAR reminds everyone of the three T's of wilderness safety: Trip planning, Taking the essentials and Training.
NL Author Helen C. Escott is ready to chat about her books as part of NL Libraries "Book Club Kits"
Published: May 7, 2026 14:30
Escott has just released her tenth book, titled, “Still Laughing”
Communities wanting to host NL Games can now make a bid
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/communities-wanting-to-host-nlgames-can-now-make-a-bid/
Published: May 7, 2026 14:30
Corner Brook is gearing up to host the NL Summer Games in August, 50 years later and in the place where it all began.
Repeat offender charged with theft from a Stephenville grocery store
Published: May 7, 2026 08:30
Bay St. George RCMP say Dylan Rubia was under court orders to stay out of the Prince Rupert Drive business.
Fake money circulating at businesses in the Bay St. George area
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/fake-money-circulating-at-businesses-in-the-bay-st-george-area/
Published: May 7, 2026 08:30
Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says several have matching serial numbers and a metallic or portrait part can be peeled away.
Three STIHL gas powered lawn trimmers stolen from a break-in at a Robinsons business
Published: May 7, 2026 08:30
Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says police got a call Monday morning from the owner.
No injuries reported after a house fire in Hughes Brook today
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/no-injuries-reported-after-a-house-fire-in-hughes-brook-today/
Published: May 6, 2026 16:39
Police were called at 10:45 a.m. but at 1:10 p.m., it appeared as though the fire was out.
Traffic down to one lane on the TCH near Whitbourne after a collision between a transport truck and a car
Published: May 6, 2026 16:11
Motorists are asked to exercise patience and caution, and obey all instructions from police and other responders.
BOISAR called out Monday night to help stranded motorist 14kms in on Lady Slipper Road
Published: May 6, 2026 14:30
15 BOISAR members responded to the call and, after collecting 4x4 SAR trucks, Argo, and snowmobiles, set up a staging area near the beginning of the forest access road.
Qalipu First Nation hosting culinary event called "Mitji" in Corner Brook next week
Published: May 6, 2026 14:30
This event will feature chefs from Stephenville to Rocky Harbour and Mi’Lmaq chef from New Brunswick, Darren Peter-Paul who owns the Wabanaki Food Truck.
Mayor says line painting in Corner Brook will take place when street cleaning is done
Published: May 6, 2026 14:30
The Mayor also reminds residents the overnight parking ban on city streets was lifted on May 1st.
Annual bulk clean up started in Curling and Sunnyslope area this week
Published: May 6, 2026 08:30
On Bayfm, Mayor Linda Chaisson says until May 11th, residents can also drop off bulk garbage at Wildcove free of charge just by showing proof of residency.
Funding available to improve accessibility across Newfoundland and Labrador
Published: May 6, 2026 08:30
Priority will be given to initiatives that build capacity, offer programs or services and promote inclusion beyond physical infrastructure.
Lark Harbour Mayor says Cedar Cove, the site of the ship salvage, is outside the town's boundaries
Published: May 6, 2026 08:30
On Monday, Resolve Marine spoke about the process which includes building an access road to the ship, a work pad on the beach, and a camp for the nearly 50 workers expected there this summer.
Government recognizes Emergency Preparedness Week and importance of plans
Published: May 5, 2026 14:38
Residents should always have an emergency preparedness kit on hand so they can be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours.
More details on the removal of the MSC Baltic III; a road being built and a camp coming for workers
Published: May 5, 2026 08:30
Work is underway now to build an access road from the vessel to the beach, where tanks will be cleaned of fuel and large sections of the ship will be dismantled on a working pad.
On May19th, we will hear details of a report on an electricity deal with Hydro Quebec
Published: May 5, 2026 08:30
Premier Tony Wakeham says given this report touches on significant commercial sensitivity, the report is now undergoing a full technical and legal review before it can be publicly released.
Foundation representing mounties likes the budget with 25 new RCMP and other public safety measures
Published: May 5, 2026 08:30
The RCMP already serves over half of the NL’s population across roughly 80 per cent of its landmass.
NLSummer Games coming to Corner Brook and Stephenville looking for torchbearers
Published: May 4, 2026 16:46
An event marking 100Â days out was held at the Civic Centre last week.
Speed limit on Main Street in Pasadena is now 50 km/hr
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/speed-limit-on-main-street-in-pasadena-is-now-50-km-hr/
Published: May 4, 2026 16:45
The town states the “change is in place to help improve safety for everyone using the area, including pedestrians, children, kids on scooters, and vehicles entering and exiting nearby properties and intersections.
Removal of grounded cargo ship in Lark Harbour will likely run into next year
Published: May 4, 2026 16:43
Resolve Marine has been contracted to remove and salvage the wreck and Team Leader, Todd Schauer, spoke about the plan’s three key objectives, safety of work crews, safety of the community and protection of the environment.
Environment and Natural Development with Qalipu First Nation busy with research projects
Published: May 4, 2026 12:58
In 2017, the group completed a climate change risk assessment and a wetland delineation project. Sullivan says they have a joint partnership working on ocean research.
Mandatory registration coming for K-12 students to ride the school bus
Published: May 4, 2026 12:54
The new registration requirement will be phased in over three years, beginning September 2026 for the first 17 schools, including Port aux Basques and Isle aux Morts.
It's Municipal Awareness Week and there's lots on the go in Corner Brook
Published: May 4, 2026 12:52
It all kicks off this evening with a mock public council meeting 6 p.m. at city hall.