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Government is looking for feedback on proposed changes to the Program of Studies for grades 7-9
Published: February 4, 2025 15:30
Changes include combining certain subjects, offering some subjects through a modular delivery format, adjusting the amount of time devoted to some subjects and making some subjects fully or partially optional.
Corner Brook Mayor says changes are coming to the city's transit system this year
Published: February 4, 2025 15:30
On Friday, government announced $120,000 will be spent on a two year pilot program to provide free busing to seniors in receipt of the GIS, Income support clients, and youth who participate in a youth services project.
Police are looking for a stolen vehicle from Irishtown-Summerside
Published: February 4, 2025 15:30
Police say a grey 2012 Toyota Matrix, JTS 788, was taken from the Fourth Avenue area in Irishtown-Summerside.
Impaired driver arrested in Deer Lake this past weekend
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/impaired-driver-arrested-in-deer-lake-this-past-weekend/
Published: February 4, 2025 10:30
The male driver showed signs of alcohol impairment, failed a roadside breath test and was arrested.
Congratulations to this year's Corner Brook Winter Carnival ambassadors Amy Dwyer and Deah-lee Robertson
Published: February 4, 2025 10:30
Erica Gosse was awarded the Mark and Jackie Spencer Award for Spirit, voted on by the contestants.
U.S. booze hauled from the shelves overnight at NLC stores, Premier says it's "something we must do"
Published: February 4, 2025 10:30
Premier Andrew Furey says this is a time to stand united against U.S. imposed tariffs on Canadian goods, and President Trump is a bully.
Funding announced for seven projects in Corner Brook
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/funding-announced-for-seven-projects-in-corner-brook/
Published: February 3, 2025 16:04
This funding will help organizations upgrade equipment and infrastructure and explore future opportunities.
Corner Brook MHA urges everyone to buy local
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/corner-brook-mha-urges-everyone-to-buy-local/
Published: February 3, 2025 16:03
Corner Brook MHA Gerry Byrne was part of a roundtable with the Premier, key stakeholders and industry leaders last week in advance of the tariffs to hear concerns.
96 percent of the snow crab landed here is shipped to U.S markets, FFAW and ASP express concerns over tariffs
Published: February 3, 2025 15:59
FFAW President Dwan Street discussions have been underway with government about support but says the fishery will be the most heavily impacted in NL affected by these tariffs.
Government makes it easier for those with international credentials to be able to work here
Published: February 3, 2025 10:30
Staff help ensure skilled newcomers receive a transparent, timely, and fair assessment by the relevant regulatory body for their chosen profession.
Free bus passes to Corner Brook for those who qualify, starts April 1st
Published: February 3, 2025 10:30
Corner Brook MHA Gerry Byrne announced $120,000 over a two year period to run a pilot project partnered with the city and Buckles Transport.
Police search for missing Corner Brook woman
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/police-search-for-missing-corner-brook-woman/
Published: February 2, 2025 02:44
Donna Hynes has been missing since Friday.
Local referee Gary Callahan to be recognized at tonight's game at the Corner Brook Civic Centre
Published: January 31, 2025 15:30
Gary Callahan has been involved with minor hockey for 50 years, 47 of those as a referee.
Premier Andrew Furey talks of US President Trump's threat of tariffs, encourages residents to "buy local"
Published: January 31, 2025 15:30
In 2023, Newfoundland and Labrador exported approximately $4.5 billion of goods to the United States, which represented 37 per cent of the province’s total exports.
Suspended driver caught in Deer Lake operating an ATV on Chapel Hill
Published: January 31, 2025 15:30
The machine was uninsured and the man was ticketed under the Highway Traffic Act for operating a vehicle while suspended and for operating an uninsured vehicle.
Corner Brook's Director of Protective Services explains the Pet Safekeeping Program
Published: January 31, 2025 10:30
Todd Flynn says this helps pets involved in a domestic dispute situation and it’s for a temporary time until the situation is resolved.
RCMP NL warn of latest email scam where scammer pretends to be with the force
Published: January 31, 2025 10:30
The scammer stated that the individual was the subject of a police investigation for sexual offences committed against a youth and that the individual was found guilty of these offences.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025-26 Active NL Fund until the end of March
Published: January 31, 2025 10:30
Funding will support community-based active living initiatives, infrastructure or equipment that will help directly increase recreation for individuals of all ages and abilities.
Government announces new initiatives for paramedics and applicants
Published: January 30, 2025 15:52
As well, a committee has been created to improve mental health support for paramedicine professionals,
NL company SucSeed gets government money to help with marketing
Published: January 30, 2025 15:47
Industry, energy and Technology Minister Andrew Parsons announced slightly more than $92,000 for SucSeed from the Business Growth Program.
Corner Brook's Jigs and Wheels dates announced, July 25-August 3rd
Published: January 30, 2025 15:39
As well, Ribfest will be returning this year and will help to close out the Jigs & Wheels Festival from Friday August 1 - Sunday August 3rd.
Caribou warning for motorists on the Northern Peninsula and a caribou study starting near Stephenville
Published: January 30, 2025 10:30
Motorists should scan both sides of the highway and encourage passengers to watch for caribou.
Corner Brook updates Emergency Management Response Plan
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/corner-brook-updates-emergency-management-response-plan/
Published: January 30, 2025 10:30
This new plan provides clarity on how to identify community risk, provides guidance on how to respond to various emergencies in accordance with a risk profile, uses industry standard documentation and adopts continuous improvement methodology.
Porter Airlines announces expansions and Vice-president hints to "stay tuned" for news from Deer Lake
Published: January 30, 2025 10:30
The Deer Lake Regional Airport Passenger traffic is up by 11 percent with over 330,000 last year.
Corner Brook water is still corrosive, city returns to previous chemical dosages
Published: January 29, 2025 15:30
The city’s director of Engineering, Donny Burden, says the city started testing a few years ago using tiny metal coupons and have been weighing them to determine the loss.
Transportation Minister commits to Heavy Civil Association as NL enters 3rd year of $1.4 billion roads plan
Published: January 29, 2025 15:30
Fred Hutton says it’s very significant to have a solid relationship with the association with 9700 kilometres of road, 1300 bridges, and underground infrastructure to maintain.
RCMP confirms they are not fundraising by phone but the RNC Association is
Published: January 29, 2025 15:30
RCMP NL issued a news release yesterday advising the public of a telephone scam involving a fundraising initiative of the RCMP for victims of sexual assault, namely sexually abused children.
Corner Brook city hall talks about lack of federal-provincial funding for waste water treatment
Published: January 29, 2025 10:30
Councillor Charles Pender says the facility is now going to cost $120 million dollars and 6 years ago it was estimated at 90Â million.
Information on thousands of students and teachers accessed during PowerSchool Platform cybersecurity attack
Published: January 29, 2025 10:30
Deer Lake airport plans future growth, an expansion of services and new partnerships
Published: January 29, 2025 10:30
Tammy Priddle is the President and CEO of the airport. She says they ended 2024 with 11 percent more passengers than in 2023 and that’s actually 2 percent better than pre-pandemic levels.