The Prime Minister's plan for $10/day child care country-wide may be all fine and dandy, but it's not much good if there are no spaces available. We hear from a couple of local mothers.

Prime Minister Trudeau's ten-dollar-a-day childcare

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A water main break in the town of CBS yesterday caused some problems during the morning commute. But a second break in the same water main meant that facilities and schools were closed for the day. CBS Mayor Darrin Bent joined us on the phone this morning to give us the latest on the repairs.

CBS Mayor Darrin Bent on the water main break

Pop culture lovers will be heading to the Sheraton this weekend for Sci Fi on the Rock. Today we talk to Andre Sparkes -- known to some as Brute Squad Cosplay -- who will be dressing as ten different characters over the weekend.

Special guest Andre Sparkes talks Sci Fi on the Rock, donning a Fezzik cosplay

Tuesday's federal budget included news that the "Canada Disability Benefit Act" will only amount to about $200 per month at maximum, and many advocates across the country are sharing concerns. The executive director of the Coalition of Persons with Disabilities Newfoundland and Labrador Nancy Reid joined us today to discuss. 


Disability advocates across the country have concerns as the federal budget provides little relief

Local entrepreneur Ryan Easton is giving back this Earth Day by hosting his 3rd annual free e-waste collection event. Krissy checked out Donovans Industrial Plant to see Ryan's Recycling herself, and met the inspired young individual and his mother herself. 


Meet 15-year-old e-waste collection entrepreneur Ryan Easton

A new study provides fresh insight on the biological impact it can have on the human body. House doctor Peter Lin joined us to explain the research.

Prime Minister Trudeau's ten-dollar-a-day childcare

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