Latest from Nick Ward
Remembering them: N.L. church holds vigil honouring those lost to suicide
On Sunday, hundreds of friends and families of those lost held a candle lighting at St. Mark’s Anglican Church, holding a service, and reading the names of their loved ones. Hundreds more attended virtually from across the country.
Conception Bay South fire department fills fire truck for local food bank
On Saturday, residents from the towns of Conception Bay South and Paradise came together as part of the Stuff the Fire Truck Food Drive, donating non-perishable food and household items heading into the holiday season.
N.L. climate activists reflect on lessons learned, and shared, at COP27 summit
Brian Pottle, president of the National Inuit Youth Council, and climate advocate Megan Dicker Nochasak of Nain brought the perspective of Indigenous peoples to the forefront of the world stage, taking part in various discussions and panels.
St. John's animal charity's pet food bank seeing spike in demand
Heavenly Creatures in St. John’s runs a food bank where struggling pet owners can pick up food for their own animals and the charity says the food bank is busier than ever.
Ukrainian newcomers to N.L. host rally in support of home country as winter approaches
Members of the Ukrainian community in Newfoundland and Labrador came together on Saturday in St. John’s, holding a rally in support of those still in the war-torn country.
N.L. attorney general apologizes to victims of abuse in youth homes following court settlement
John Hogan, who is also the provincial justice minister, read the apology in the House of Assembly, saying the provincial government must learn from past mistakes and ensure no other children endure the same traumas.
With a nod from Lizzo and a shoutout from Vogue, this N.L. designer is rising through the global fashion ranks
An artist and fashion designer originally from Newfoundland and Labrador is getting rave reviews and superstar treatment for her size-inclusive clothing line.
'Where is Newfoundland?': N.L. sees lowest immigration rate in Atlantic Canada: report
As immigration numbers across the country continue to rise, Newfoundland and Labrador has experienced the least growth in Atlantic Canada, according to a recent report from Statistics Canada.
Q&A: Dr. Janice Fitzgerald on new variants, vaccines and life with COVID-19
Newfoundland and Labrador's chief medical officer of health says while many people have settled into everyday life with COVID-19 more than two years into the pandemic, we must remain vigilant.
N.L. couple fighting for more time together after terminal diagnosis
John Cossar, a musician known for busking around downtown St. John’s, was recently diagnosed with terminal cancer. Now he and his wife Sandy are fighting for every second together, but financial struggles are standing in the way.