Harassment complaint 'makes a mockery' of town policy, Marystown mayor says

by Laura Howells

The Marystown town council is in the midst of more controversy, as the Burin Peninsual town has hired a consulting firm to investigate a harassment complaint against Mayor Sam Synard.

New Driver sought in pedestrian collision in Harbour Grace

RCMP are looking for the driver of a pickup truck that struck a pedestrian on Harvey Street Sunday evening.

A day in the life of U-Turn: 'Each day here is something different'

by Heather Barrett

The U-Turn Addictions Drop-In Centre in Carbonear provides support to addicts both before and after they receive professional help, writes Heather Barrett.

New RNC investigating after tires slashed in Corner Brook

Police are investigating a complaint of mischief to property, after all four tires on a vehicle in the Broadway area were slashed Sunday night.

John Scott named MVP in NHL All-Star Game

The NHL enforcer, now playing for the St. John's IceCaps, scored two goals and was named MVP in Sunday's All-Star Game.

Suspicious fire spreads from car to home in C.B.S.

The RNC were called to a vehicle fire in the Long Pond area early Monday morning and by the time they arrived, the fire had spread to the home.

Live Blog Start your week smart with the CBC NL Live Blog

The CBC Newfoundland and Labrador team keeps you updated all day long with posts, photos and videos.

Road rage in same realm as being impaired at the wheel, says psychologist

Whether people are eating, sipping coffee, or are talking on their cellphones, road rage is a consistently growing problem.

John Scott and the NHL All-Star Game, a movie in the making

by Tanya Casole-Gouveia

The NHL got the feel-good story of the year when fans voted John Scott into the All-Star Game. What started as a joke quickly became unfunny when it seemed the NHL would do anything to keep him from playing. John Scott got the last laugh though, and then some.

Fat tax, deadbeat drivers and pension pruning: Your money-saving suggestions

by Ariana Kelland

We asked our audience to lay out ways the Newfoundland and Labrador government can save money. Here's what we heard.

'Overwhelmed' by outdoor rink's success, says Meadows rec committee

Now in its second year of operation, the outdoor rink in Meadows has apparently become the place to go in the town.

Brad Gushue, Stacie Curtis provincial curling champions

Brad Gushue claimed his 13th provincial men's curling title this weekend, while Stacie Curtis won the women's division.

'This is endemic': Rally in St. John's against sexual harassment

Roughly 50 people in St. John’s braved the snow on Saturday to rally against sexual harassment in light of the recent controversy in Spaniard’s Bay.

Memorial ceremony held for young swimmer killed in car crash

A ceremony and a moment of silence were held at a swimming meet in Corner Brook this weekend, to honour 17-year-old Alyssa Davis, who was killed in a car accident in December.

Photos Take a look at some of our favourite audience photos from this week

Relax with some amazing photos from our CBC audience.

Alberta police team reviewing RCMP's investigation into Don Dunphy shooting

The provincial government is bringing in a team from Alberta to conduct an independent review of the RCMP's investigation into the shooting of Don Dunphy.

What I am at? Knitting and a new WAM feature

by Heather Barrett

As Weekend AM starts a new feature on your weekend projects, host Heather Barrett tells you what she's at.

IceCaps lose to Wolf Pack 4-1 in Hartford

The St. John's IceCaps had a hard weekend on the road, losing again on Saturday to the Hartford Wolf Pack in Connecticut.

John Scott gets standing ovation at NHL All-Stars skills competition

All eyes were on fan-favourite John Scott at the NHL All-Stars skills competition Saturday.

Snowblower collision in Corner Brook

There was an unusual incident in Corner Brook on Saturday — when a vehicle collided with a personal snowblower.

Spaniard's Bay: The 5 Ws, and the big question that ought to be asked

by Azzo Rezori

Who, what, when, where and why are critical to journalists, but it's how that is far too often treated as optional, writes Azzo Rezori.

'It's like they've won, and I've lost,' says carpenter whose tools were stolen from truck

A carpenter in Happy Valley-Goose Bay says his livelihood has been compromised because thieves took two toolboxes from his truck while it was parked near a church.

Two separate assaults in St. John's metro area

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary on the northwest Avalon laid charges in two separate incidents involving assaults overnight.

End of life rules linked to better palliative care, says health minister

The minister of health in Newfoundland and Labrador says the province has not yet nailed down its position on a law to regulate physician assisted dying.

To idle or not to idle? Automotive expert Doug Bethune has the answer

by Alyson Samson

Automotive expert Doug Bethune's advice on whether or not idling your car to heat up is a good thing.

Labrador workers receive suicide prevention training

A dozen professionals from across Labrador are now fluent in suicide intervention training after a week-long training session in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.

What are you at? This is it: Spinning and dyeing wool

by Heather Barrett

Weekend AM is launching a new feature about the interesting projects you've got going in your spare time. Today, Rayna Curtis shows us how she spins and dyes her own wool.

Can God cure drug addiction? A look at Teen Challenge, the group with eyes on St. John's

by Kenny Sharpe

After trying for more than 10 years, Teen Challenge is one step closer to establishing a faith-based addictions program on the outskirts of St. John’s.

Winter storm conditions strike much of Newfoundland

The effects of a winter storm are still being felt across much of the island on Saturday, causing power outages and poor road conditions.

Police release three men arrested for violent mugging

The RNC have released the three men arrested in connection with a violent assault and robbery in Churchill Square in St. John's on Friday.

Photos FashioNL: Winter dos and don'ts

by Paula Gale

Not everyone dresses for the season — I often see sneakers in the snow, fake Uggs in slush, and let's face it, pyjama pants are always a don't.

That's not broccoli! Clarenville woman finds wire in frozen veggies

A Clarenville woman says she nearly bit down on a piece of electrical wire while eating her vegetables recently, and she's not happy with the response from the company that sold the frozen food.

IceCaps scuttled by Pirates 4-2

Rocco Grimaldi notched a pair of goals to pace the Portland Pirates to a 4-2 win over the St. John's IceCaps Friday night.

St. John's business leaders share strategies on how to survive downturn

After a presentation in which the St. John’s Board of Trade urged local businesses to ‘start bullet proofing’ in a tough economic climate, business leaders shared details on how they plan on tackling the anticipated downturn.

Canada's great women: Who's missing from the list?

Canada's History magazine has compiled a list of the country's most important women in their current issue but not one of them is from Newfoundland and Labrador.

RNC seize vehicles in St. John's in 3 separate traffic stops

Three men in St. John's had their vehicles seized on Friday, following separate traffic stops.

Resettlement policy under review after Little Bay Islands vote

Eddie Joyce says the province's resettlement policy is under review after a squeaker vote on Little Bay Islands.

Reduced hours for downtown visitors' centre, as St. John's cuts back

The city of St. John's is making its downtown visitor information centre a seasonal operation, as part of a plan to trim spending.

Self-harm: St. John's woman bares scars on Facebook to end stigma

A St. John's woman is opening up about years of abuse she inflicted on herself through new Facebook page that shines a light on the stigma associated with self harm.

Boy, 9, to shave head for cancer fundraiser following autoimmune diagnosis

A boy from Grand Falls-Windsor will have his hair shaved off on Saturday, and is collecting money to help young adults and children with cancer.

Targeted, violent mugging leaves man injured in Churchill Square

A mugging in a busy shopping area of St. John's Friday afternoon ended with the arrest of three men near the Bell Island ferry terminal.

Epic goggle-clad dog takes backseat on snowmobile trip

Willow the Gordon setter has a special spot on the back of her owner's snowmobile and a fantastic view of the whizzing countryside.

Liberals cancel call for proposals on private long-term care

The new Liberal government of Newfoundland and Labrador has thrown out a request for proposal for long-term care beds that was initiated by the former Progressive Conservative administration.

Lump sum payments never promised to scallop fishermen, says FFAW

The Fish, Food and Allied Workers Union says it never promised lump sum payouts from a compensation fund for scallop fishermen from the Strait of Belle Isle.

Child porn charges dismissed due to RCMP delay

The Crown dismissed the charges against Kyle Clarke because the RCMP did not provide all the disclosure to the Crown and defence.

Deceased Newfoundland man was murder suspect in Hamilton slaying

The key suspect in a Hamilton slaying who was later found dead behind a local high school was originally from Newfoundland, CBC News has learned.

RCMP finishes investigation into Don Dunphy's death

The RCMP has completed its final report in the investigation into the shooting death of Don Dunphy.

Government spending far too high, regardless of oil prices, AG warns

The province's auditor general is warning the high deficit level is not sustainable and it must be reduced.

Pet owners beware: Snares trap 2 dogs on Torbay trail

by Ariana Kelland

A Torbay man is warning dog owners to keep their pets on a leash after he found two beagles trapped in a snare Friday morning.

Fiscal crisis 'unprecedented,' Dwight Ball tells national audience

Premier Dwight Ball called Newfoundland and Labrador’s financial situation “the perfect storm” in an interview on CBC’s national politics show, Power and Politics.