In a somewhat ironic twist Witless Bay made national news late last week because of what looked like an effort to silence its citizens on social media. Witless Bay town council had unanimously passed a motion to look into retaining an independent criminal lawyer to “ review recent social media accusations against current town council or councillors to empower the finance committee to take disciplinary actions

Openline Monday March 19th by VOCM

Nightline Friday March 16th by VOCM

We discuss the potentially crippling anti-dumping tariffs being imposed on Corner Brook Pulp and Paper by the United States. The 22.16 percent tariff, which will be imposed as early as next week, will amount to about $30 million dollars annually

At last count from Statistics Canada 21.5% of people in the province claim some sort of Irish ancestry. Genealogical DNA testing may help you determine if you really are of Irish descent .Dr. David Pike is a current board member and past president of the Family History Society of Newfoundland and Labrador & also one of two volunteer coordinators for the NL Family Finder Project.

Among the players in attendance for the Toronto Maple Leaf Alumni will be: Curtis Joseph, Rick Vaive, Gary Leeman, Steve Thomas, Kevin Maguire, Dan Daoust, Dave Reid, Al Iafrate, Nik Antropov, Wayne Primeau, Darcy Tucker. Also expect to see Buddy the Puffin.

Yesterday the province brought in a new policy that broadens coverage for work-related traumatic mental health issues. WorkplaceNL’s new mental stress policy now includes events that are a regular part of certain occupations, like first responders witnessing fatalities. The policy is used to determine if workers diagnosed with issues including PTSD, qualify for benefits under Workers' Compensation. Boyd Merrill is a recently retired RCMP officer who has spoken out about PTSD in the force.

Openline Friday March 16th by VOCM

Nightline Thursday March 15th by VOCM

March 15th - St. John's Mayor Danny Breen - Sports Tourism in St. John's by VOCM