Teen Injured at Large Gathering on Lady Slipper Road The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is investigating an assault that left a teenage girl injured during a field party in Corner Brook. Police responded to reports of an assault shortly after 10:00 p.m. on Friday, May 23, 2025. The incident took place near a bonfire on…
College of the North Atlantic (CNA) has reached a milestone, securing eighth place in a national ranking of research colleges, according to a new report by Research Infosource Inc. This is the first time CNA has entered the top 10 on Research Infosource’s annual “Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges” list, marking a major achievement for…
College of the North Atlantic (CNA) is deepening its collaboration with Sophos, a global leader in cybersecurity, to give students more hands-on experience and pathways to employment in a fast-growing field. Since 2022, Sophos has offered internships to students in CNA’s Computer Systems and Networking (CSN) program—opportunities that often lead to full-time positions. The expanded…
A team from College of the North Atlantic developed renewable energy innovation using fish waste Students from the College of the North Atlantic (CNA) have earned top honours at the school’s first-ever virtual econext Ideathon. The winning team, named Hydro Heroes, presented a creative project that transforms fish waste into renewable energy—a concept aimed at…
A major investment in local innovation has taken shape in the heart of Corner Brook. The new Centre for Research and Innovation (CRI) officially opened its doors this January, offering a space designed to fuel economic growth, entrepreneurship, and skills development across western Newfoundland. A Hub for Ideas, Training, and Start-Ups The Centre is a…
Corner Brook, NL – The Corner Brook Baseball Association (CBBA) is inviting residents of all ages to step up to the plate. On June 4, 2024, the association announced its Come Try Baseball Day, an event aimed at introducing more people in the community to the sport. Held at local fields, the initiative offered a…
Corner Brook is seeing a surge in job opportunities in education and home care as organizations respond to evolving community needs. While a direct posting for a French teacher at Immaculate Heart of Mary School has not been confirmed through public listings, the demand for qualified educators across the region appears to be growing. Need…
Corner Brook — Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is actively recruiting healthcare professionals across the province, including in Corner Brook, as part of a major effort to modernize care and staff new facilities. The recruitment drive comes as construction continues on the community’s new acute care hospital—a seven-storey, 164-bed facility set to significantly expand local…
Residents in Corner Brook taking their first step onto the property ladder could see significant financial relief through Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation’s (NLHC) First-Time Homebuyers Program (FHP) for 2024. The program is designed to ease upfront costs by offering both a grant and a low-interest loan to eligible buyers purchasing a new or existing…
Gros Morne National Park and its surrounding communities are set to welcome visitors with a full calendar of festivals and outdoor adventures this spring, summer, and fall. From live theatre and literary events to hiking and paddling excursions, there’s something for every age and interest in this UNESCO World Heritage Site on Newfoundland’s west coast….