Vocm news

VOCM News is a news organization based in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Here are some recent news stories from VOCM News:

Top Stories

  1. Newfoundland and Labrador Election: The province is heading to the polls on February 13th for a general election. VOCM News is providing live coverage and updates on the campaign trail.
  2. Ferry Service Disruptions: The Newfoundland and Labrador government has announced that the ferry service between North Sydney, Nova Scotia, and Port aux Basques, Newfoundland, will be suspended due to mechanical issues.
  3. Weather Alert: A winter storm warning has been issued for much of the province, with heavy snowfall and high winds expected.

Local News

  1. St. John's City Council: The city council has approved a new budget, which includes a 2.5% increase in property taxes.
  2. Gander Airport Expansion: The Gander International Airport is undergoing a major expansion, which will include a new terminal building and additional parking.
  3. Labrador West Mine Closure: The Iron Ore Company of Canada has announced that it will be closing its mine in Labrador West, citing declining iron ore prices.

National and International News

  1. COVID-19 Update: The number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise globally, with new variants of the virus being detected.
  2. Federal Election: The federal government has called an election for September 20th, with the Liberal Party seeking a majority government.
  3. US-Canada Trade Deal: The United States and Canada have reached a new trade deal, which replaces the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

Sports

  1. St. John's IceCaps: The IceCaps, the city's American Hockey League team, have announced their schedule for the upcoming season.
  2. Newfoundland and Labrador Soccer: The province's soccer team has qualified for the national championships, which will be held in Toronto.
  3. Gander Flyers: The Gander Flyers, a junior hockey team, have won their league championship and will be competing in the national tournament.

These are just a few of the latest news stories from VOCM News. You can visit their website for more information and updates on local and national news.