A researcher with the University of the Azores is in the Placentia and Cape Shore area recently to talk with residents of the area about their connection and perspective on the sea.

Education minister Darrin King says the absenteeism rate in schools was not as bad by the end of last week as it had been at the beginning.

Over $43,500 in federal money will assist the Isthmus Area Development Association in upgrades to the Long Cove marina.

Marking Remembrance Day

The 2558 Placentia Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps exceeded expectations when it came to collecting money for selling poppies.

RCMP Placentia are investigating a theft of copper for the Newfoundland Power substation near Freshwater.

The full list of individuals eligible for the H1N1 vaccination now includes: • Children six months up to 59 months (up to fifth birthday); • People five years of age up to and including 24 years of age with chronic conditions; • Pregnant women; • Parents or other primary care providers (up to two per child) of children under the age of six months and of immunocompromised children and young ...

Tom Marshall, Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board, announced Saturday a tentative agreement has been reached with the province’s private ambulance operators.