NL Health Services dealing with an outbreak of Invasive Meningococcal Disease in the Central zone
Published: June 12, 2026 16:52
At this time, the overall risk to the general public is low.
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Port Saunders RCMP nab motorcyclist who was speeding, stunting, and also fled from police
Published: June 12, 2026 14:30
When police tried to speak with the driver, he fled in the opposite direction. In the interest of public safety, RCMP did not pursue the vehicle but started patrolling the Hawkes Bay and Port Saunders areas.
Corner Brook peewee baseball coach talks about the experience youth will get at the NL Summer Games
Published: June 12, 2026 14:30
Frank Humber says it’s the perfect age to learn the sport, old enough to understand the game and young enough to love it.
Police investigating a possible case of animal cruelty after a small dog was found dead near Port aux Basques
Published: June 12, 2026 14:30
The Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer is involved and police are looking to identify and speak to the dog’s owner.
RNC say one person is dead after an early morning impaired single-vehicle rollover in St. John's
Published: June 12, 2026 13:42
The RNC say it happened around 1:30 a.m. and the driver failed a roadside screening test.
Speedy Glass employees picket "paw-littical corruption" and demand "fur" treatment
Published: June 12, 2026 08:30
Owner Nadine Margeson says when she arrived at work, employees were holding signs demanding fur treatment and were less than impressed that the shop dog was getting more attention.
Deer Lake residents can now sign up for Voyent Alert for important information on what's happening in the town
Published: June 12, 2026 08:30
They will host an event on June 17th in partnership with Deer Lake Fire Rescue for residents and staff will be on hand to answer questions about Voyent Alert and help residents with setting it up.
Pasadena Baseball Association to get over $52K from the Jays Care Field of Dreams program
Published: June 12, 2026 08:30
President Greg Whalen says the application was sent in October, they made it through the second phase in January and found out last month they would be getting the grant.
Applications are now open for the 2026-27 Grants to Youth Organizations program
Published: June 11, 2026 14:30
A total of $276,500 is available with a maximum of $30,000 per organization.
Busy summer coming to Corner Brook with the NL Games, Jigs and Wheels, and Ribfest
Published: June 11, 2026 14:30
Links to all events can be found on the city of Corner Brook website.
RNC offers safety tips for cyclists and motorists
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/rnc-offers-safety-tips-for-cyclists-and-motorists/
Published: June 11, 2026 14:30
Cst Stephanie Myers says drivers need to keep a minimum distance of one meter between their vehicle and the cyclist.
The "Spring into Action Food Drive" takes place 1-5 p.m. today at all grocery stores in Corner Brook
Published: June 11, 2026 08:30
Coordinator Damian Power says they need dry packaged foods or canned goods which have a long shelf life. This includes long spaghetti, plain white rice, tins of beans, soup, vegetables, as well as soda crackers.
Government introduces a new website with the latest wildfire information and heftier penalties
Published: June 11, 2026 08:30
The penalty for deliberately setting a fire now ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 and a new offence has been created for recklessly or negligently starting a forest fire with fines from $50,000 to $150,000.
NL Liquor Corporation is reporting net earnings for the year are $199.6 million, a decrease of $11.1 million
Published: June 11, 2026 08:30
It’s been 8 years since the sale of cannabis was legalized and the total retail market for the year ending March was $115M.
Man dies from injuries as a result of a two vehicle collision on the Veterans Memorial Highway yesterday
Published: June 10, 2026 17:23
It happened around 10 a.m. near Roaches Line.
June is National Indigenous History Month
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/june-is-national-indigenous-history-month/
Published: June 10, 2026 14:33
On Bayfm’s Qalipu Today Chief Jenny Brake says after twenty years of achieving ratification and 15 years since being federally recognized as a band, the Mi’kmaq language will be there for our children.
RCMP reminds motorists to slow down in construction zones
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/rcmp-reminds-motorists-to-slow-down-in-construction-zones/
Published: June 10, 2026 14:31
Cpl Jesse O’Donaghey says posted speed limits and traffic control signage in construction zones are in effect 24 hours a day, regardless of whether workers are visibly present.
Some crimes can now be reported online to the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
Published: June 10, 2026 14:30
For people without access to the internet or who don’t feel comfortable using this method, they can still call or visit the detachment to report crimes.
Retired RCMP officer starts his "Bucket List Journey" today at age 86 with a drive across Canada
Published: June 10, 2026 08:30
The trip is expected to take 7 weeks and covers about 17,000 kms.
Bay of Islands Volunteer Search and Rescue getting training in advanced drone usage and the technology
Published: June 10, 2026 08:30
It can fly in high winds, wet conditions, and temperatures down to -20. The drone is also equipped with search lights, a speaker to communicate with people on the ground, as well as night and thermal imaging capabilities, and a high resolution camera with…
Municipal Assessments are out and Corner Brook residents are reminded that they are not done by city hall
Published: June 10, 2026 08:30
The Municipal Assessment Agency can be reached by phoning 1-877-777-2807 or emailing info@maa.ca.
Time to honour teachers who made a difference
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/time-to-honour-teachers-who-made-a-difference/
Published: June 9, 2026 14:33
Nominations are open for the Premier’s and Minister’s Teaching Awards.
CBNuit celebrates a tenth anniversary this summer
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/cbnuit-celebrates-a-tenth-anniversary-this-summer/
Published: June 9, 2026 14:31
Executive Director Louise Gauthier says they knew the tenth anniversary was coming and they wanted something special so last year they started working on a Fusion Residency Program using different disciplines.
Corner Brook councillor Donna Wheeler speaks about a scary situation with the Wildcove fire
Published: June 9, 2026 14:30
She says it was a difficult fire to fight and took place in an area where there was a lot of construction materials and went deep below the ground.
NLHC has no plans to change emergency shelter arrangement at Hotel Corner Brook
Published: June 9, 2026 08:30
Minister Joedy Wall will be in Corner Brook this week to have discussions with local MHAs about this and other housing needs in the area.
Assembly of First Nations' National Fisheries Committee discuss strategic plan in Corner Brook
Published: June 9, 2026 08:30
Qalipu First Nation Chief Jenny Brake says the Director of Fisheries told her this was the best attendance for a meeting of the fisheries committee. .
Corner Brook RNC Cst. Peter Kelly facing weapon related charges, court date set for July 14th
Published: June 9, 2026 08:30
Kelly is charged with careless storage of a firearm, ammunition and a prohibited weapon.
Port Saunders RCMP looking for Daniel Pittman, last seen in the Anchor Point area on Saturday
Published: June 8, 2026 16:40
Pittman is bald and wears eyeglasses. He was last seen wearing a thin black jacket and a dark pair of jeans.
Qalipu First Nation Chief and Council met in St. John's for the first time to include members in that area
Published: June 8, 2026 14:30
Brad Evoy is the Chief Administrative Officer with QFN. He says the room was packed and the focus was on key priorities, like language revitalization and housing instability.
Resource Enforcement officers looking for information about a fire in Trout River
Published: June 8, 2026 14:30
The fire was set only 500 metres away from a residential structure.
Wild Cove opens for regular operations but crews continuing to smother the fire
Published: June 8, 2026 14:30
Anyone heading to the landfill should expect longer wait times and follow staff directions.
Route 340 near Lewisporte is closed both ways due to a motor vehicle collision
Published: June 8, 2026 13:05
Updates will be provided as available.
RNC issues warning about potential dangers of grad parties
https://www.bayfm.ca/news/local-news/rnc-issues-warning-about-potential-dangers-of-grad-parties/
Published: June 8, 2026 08:30
Cst Stephanie Myers says some people are turning seemingly innocent ways of celebrating into potentially dangerous and illegal acts – the riskier the behaviour, the more points awarded.
Electrofishing to start this weekend to continue getting goldfish out of Link Pond in Massey Drive
Published: June 8, 2026 08:30
The process uses a low current electrical field and stuns the fish without hurting them, so they can be removed with a net.
It's International World Oceans Day and a celebration is taking place at the Majestic Lawn until 3 p.m.
Published: June 8, 2026 08:30
World Oceans Day is an opportunity to celebrate the ocean's role in our lives, raise awareness about marine conservation, and inspire action to protect our marine environments.