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How big bucks from big tobacco prevented N.L.'s deficit from doubling

May 13 , 2025 at 06:00:00 a.m. NDT • :

The Newfoundland and Labrador government included in this year's pre-election budget decades worth of revenues from the pending settlement of a lawsuit against tobacco companies, helping stem a flow of red ink that could have doubled the current projected deficit.

NLHS explores idea of weapon detection systems in health-care facilities

May 13 , 2025 at 06:00:00 a.m. NDT • :

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services says it's exploring the idea of implementing weapon detection systems at health-care facilities across the province, in an effort to shore up safety for patients and staff.

What a harm reduction pro says to her own kids about drugs

May 13 , 2025 at 06:00:00 a.m. NDT • :

With record-breaking seizures of illegal drugs, and record numbers of overdose deaths, it can be a scary time to be a parent. Jane Henderson is a harm reduction consultant with Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services. Here's the advice she gives her own teenagers about harmful drugs.

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Bally Haly blues: Vandalized green frustrates manager, golfers leading up to Canada Games

May 12 , 2025 at 04:10:14 p.m. NDT • :

A grounds crew is scrambling to repair the green on the seventh hole at Bally Haly, after someone on an off-road vehicle damaged the delicate putting surface over the weekend.