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Fake money being spent in Stephenville and Corner Brook
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/fake-money-being-spent-in-stephenville-and-corner-brook/
Published: July 14, 2025 08:30
Counterfeit currency recently collected by police are mostly $100 and $20 bills, and several had matching serial numbers.
Corner Brook Regional High guidance counsellor opens private practice
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/corner-brook-regional-high-guidance-counsellor-opens-private-practice/
Published: July 14, 2025 08:30
Gerard Lowe says in most cases, when people go to a private practice it is covered through their insurance and his fee is $150 per hour but that’s negotiable
Corner Brook Port Corporation welcomes new CEO Kelly Smith
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/corner-brook-port-corporation-welcomes-new-ceo-kelly-smith/
Published: July 14, 2025 08:30
She was born and raised in Corner Brook and says her “vision is for the Port to be not only a hub of economic activity, but also a catalyst for opportunity—supporting jobs, innovation, and community well-being.”
Two Radiation Oncologists have been hired to work at Western Memorial Regional Hospital
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/two-radiation-oncologists-have-been-hired-to-work-at-western-memorial-regional-hospital/
Published: July 11, 2025 18:07
Corner Brook MHA says a new pet scanner will be operational at the hospital in 2026.
Paving plans for the next week in Corner Brook include O'Connell Drive at Citadel Drive
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/paving-plans-for-the-next-week-in-corner-brook-include-oconnell-drive-at-citadel-drive/
Published: July 11, 2025 14:30
Marine Contractors will be working on O’Connell Drive at Citadel Drive, Caribou Road, Country Road, Bliss Street, Popular Road and Valley Road.
Fake $100 bill passed at a Corner Brook restaurant
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/fake-100-bill-passed-at-a-corner-brook-restaurant/
Published: July 11, 2025 14:30
Businesses are advised to check any currency before accepting payment, and report any suspicious activity.
Qalipu and Miawpukek Nations have issued a joint statement concerning the National Marine Conservation Area (NMCA)
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/qalipu-and-miawpukek-nations-have-issued-a-joint-statement-concerning-the-national-marine-conservation-area-nmca/
Published: July 11, 2025 14:30
“Conservation is not the zero-sum game many are trying to portray it to be and can peacefully coexist with, and in some cases, enhance industry.”
Corner Brook RNC seize a couple of vehicles overnight due to impaired operation
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/corner-brook-rnc-seize-a-couple-of-vehicles-overnight-due-to-impaired-operation/
Published: July 11, 2025 14:30
Just before 3 a.m. today, officers conducted a traffic stop in the Main Street area. The 28-year-old impaired male driver was issued a 7-day driving suspension.
Fifth annual "Party on the Hill" in Massey Drive is a little more than two weeks away
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/fifth-annual-party-on-the-hill-in-massey-drive-is-a-little-more-than-two-weeks-away/
Published: July 11, 2025 08:30
The evening will feature Kacie Callahan and the Wannabe Lovers, Roblos Rock, the Jesse Hackett band, and DJ Two Jays.
Deer Lake is under a water conservation notice due to warm and dry weather
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/deer-lake-is-under-a-water-conservation-notice-due-to-warm-and-dry-weather/
Published: July 11, 2025 08:30
This means, lawn watering will only be permitted for even street numbers, between 6 and 8 a.m., and 8 and 10 p.m., Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. ODD street numbers can water their lawns between 6 and 8 a.m., and 8 and 10 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and…
Leon Francis arrested after a standoff with police in Port aux Basques
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/leon-francis-arrested-after-a-standoff-with-police-in-port-aux-basques/
Published: July 11, 2025 08:30
He has been charged with three counts of criminal harassment, harassing communications, two counts of uttering threats and failing to comply with a release order.
Stay away from Link Pond in Massey Drive; DFO is working on a goldfish infestation
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/stay-away-from-link-pond-in-massey-drive-dfo-is-working-on-a-goldfish-infestation/
Published: July 10, 2025 14:30
Town Manager Roger Hunt says this Goldfish Infestation surfaced last year and in December, DFO said it falls under their Invasive Species division but could not do anything until the pond thawed.
Steady Brook water is clear again
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/steady-brook-water-is-clear-again/
Published: July 10, 2025 14:30
Due to the hot and dry weather that the town is experiencing, their existing wells are struggling to meet the town’s demand.
37 year old Corner Brook man facing charges after an assault last night in the Riverhead Road area
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/37-year-old-corner-brook-man-facing-charges-after-an-assault-in-the-river/
Published: July 10, 2025 14:30
Police located two individuals with minor physical injuries.
$152 million awarded in road construction contracts for 2025-2026
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/152-million-awarded-in-road-construction-contracts-for-2025-2026/
Published: July 10, 2025 14:30
$12.3 million has been awarded for the rehabilitation of various sections on Route 430 and 430-34 (Northern Peninsula).
Police continue to look for missing Mount Moriah man, Aaron Hull
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/police-continue-to-look-for-missing-mount-moriah-man-aaron-hull/
Published: July 10, 2025 12:52
Hall is described as 5 foot 6 inches and weighs 170 lbs.
RNC search for missing Mount Moriah man
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/rnc-search-for-missing-mount-moriah-man/
Published: July 9, 2025 22:13
Aaron Hall was last seen Tuesday.
Government offers condolences in the death of well know NL Author Earl B. Pilgrim
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/government-offers-condolences-in-the-death-of-well-know-nl-author-earl-b-pilgrim/
Published: July 9, 2025 14:30
Born in St. Anthony in 1939, Earl’s legacy is marked by an array of interests and achievements, from professional boxer to best-selling author.
Camber Arts kicks off another summer season of shows in Corner Brook
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/camber-arts-kicks-off-another-summer-season-of-shows-in-corner-brook/
Published: July 9, 2025 14:30
Megan Collins wrote and is directing “The Train Show” which is a brand new mystery beneath the baggage on the historic train at Riverside Drive.
Corner Brook's annual flushing program can lead to low water pressure and discoloration
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/corner-brooks-annual-flushing-program-can-lead-to-low-water-pressure-and-discoloration/
Published: July 9, 2025 14:30
It started this week in the Riverside Drive and all side roads, Humber East including Humber Road and all side roads, Humber Heights and all side roads - excluding Murphy’s Square.
RCMP Traffic Services pulls 5 suspected impaired drivers off the road this past weekend
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/rcmp-traffic-services-pulls-5-suspected-impaired-drivers-off-the-road-this-past-weekend/
Published: July 9, 2025 08:30
Cpl Jolene Garland says 3 of the 5 have been charged with impaired driving.
New community cop in Mount Moriah, also covers Massey Drive and Pasadena
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/new-community-cop-in-mount-moriah-also-covers-massey-drive-and-pasadena/
Published: July 9, 2025 08:30
The new MEO will be responsible for off-road vehicles, animal control, snow clearing, nuisance, covered garbage, fireworks, and traffic bylaws.
Opposition says west coast Nurse Practitioner could not find work here until hired by a private agency
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/opposition-says-west-coast-nurse-practitioner-could-not-find-work-here-until-hired-by-a-private-agency/
Published: July 9, 2025 08:30
Tony Wakeham asks, "Why are we paying agency nurses $300 an hour when experienced local professionals are ready and willing to help? It defies common sense and is a blatant misuse of taxpayers’ dollars.”
Government issues reminders on how to avoid bear encounters
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/government-issues-reminders-on-how-to-avoid-bear-encounters/
Published: July 8, 2025 14:30
Always keep garbage properly stored and disposed of on the designated collection day.
Woman and man arrested for stealing from a Corner Brook grocery store
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/woman-and-man-arrested-for-stealing-from-a-corner-brook-grocery-store/
Published: July 8, 2025 14:30
Both accused were released from custody to appear in Provincial Court at a later date.
Women and Gender Equality Ministers from across Canada are meeting in Yellowknife
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/women-and-gender-equality-ministers-from-across-canada-are-gathered-in-yellowknife-northwest-territories/
Published: July 8, 2025 14:30
Topics of discussion include advancing gender equality, ending gender-based violence, promoting economic empowerment, and creating a safer, more equitable Canada.
Corner Brook Anglican church goer says she "can't go to church" until Bishop John Organ is gone
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/corner-brook-anglican-church-goer-says-she-cant-go-to-church-until-bishop-john-organ-is-gone/
Published: July 8, 2025 08:30
Recently, a misconduct investigation was conducted by the Anglican’s own Safe Church Officer, Jack Walsworth, outlined serious findings of misconduct.
Government issues brief statement about the new investigation into Deer Lake's water supply
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/government-issues-brief-statement-about-the-new-investigation-into-deer-lakes-water-supply/
Published: July 8, 2025 08:30
"No further information is available at this time because the investigation is at a very early stage."