Muskrat Falls hearings open amid criticism
The PUB opens hearings into the Muskrat Falls megaproject, although the leader of the NDP says a short deadline is irresponsible.
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Muskrat Falls hearings open amid criticism
Eastern Newfoundland cafeteria workers reach tentative deal
People who make meals at Eastern school district cafeterias have reached a tentative agreement with the company that hires them.
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A letter from a fisherman's daughter
A letter written by a woman who says her father was jailed for trying to keep replacement workers from boarding an OCI trawler - The Lynx - in Bay Roberts last week.
IOC, union head back to bargaining table
Negotiations are expected to resume Monday between IOC and the union that wants to keep workers in Labrador City.
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