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Partial road closure

Public Notice

Major’s Street from Foodland to the Harbour Drive/Major’s Street intersection will be closed to complete repairs. The closure will be effective Monday, May 7 at 9:00 am and Tuesday, May 8. Please respect the road closures and use an alternate route.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Job Opportunity Full Time Maintenance Person

Job Opportunity
Full Time Maintenance Person
The Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm invites applications for a Full Time Maintenance Person. We are looking for an individual who can provide quality service to the citizens of the town.
Position Overview:

• The successful candidate would be responsible to help with the operations and delivery of services for the water and sewer systems, maintenance of streets, ditches, town properties, repair and maintenance of equipment and any other related duties that may arise.
• Assist with any projects such as Job Creation Program and Community Employment Enhancement Program when needed.
• It is expected that this person will assume the duties of Superintendent of Works in his/her absence.

Qualifications:
As Full Time Maintenance Person, you will report directly to the Superintendent of Works. The successful candidate would ideally have practical experience. Trades course would be an asset. The successful candidate must have:
• excellent time management
• be a team player
• possess a valid driver’s license
• working knowledge of modern computer technology
• strong organizational skills
• be willing to complete any courses as required.

Interested individuals should forward a cover letter and resume with references on or before 4:00 pm, May 25, 2018 to:
Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm
P.O. Box 10
Roddickton, NL A0K 4P0
Fax: 709-457-2663
Or by email
roddickton@nf.aibn.com

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants.

Polar Bear Warning

News Releases

Fisheries and Land Resources
March 15, 2018

Public Advisory: Polar Bear Warning Issued for Northern Peninsula Areas

Residents are cautioned about polar bears reported in several areas on the Northern Peninsula, including St. Anthony, Great Brehat, St.Carol’s, Roddickton and Griquet.

Residents who live in areas where polar bears have been known to frequent are encouraged to take appropriate steps to avoid an encounter with bears. This includes being aware of your surroundings, keeping pets inside or under close supervision, travelling in groups when possible, never approaching a fresh kill or carcass, and adhering to the proper storage, collection and disposal of garbage to avoid attracting bears into communities and backyards.

Under no circumstances should residents approach the polar bear. While every encounter is different, if an individual encounters a polar bear, they should first take note of the bear’s behavior. If the bear does not know you are there:

Quietly back away and leave the area;
Try and stay downwind of the animal;
Keep an eye on the bear; and
Never get between a bear and her cubs.
If the bear has seen or smelled you:

Remain calm;
Give the bear space and a route to get away;
Back away, get out of the situation, never run;
If you must speak, do so calmly and firmly; and
Avoid direct eye contact with the bear.
Anyone sighting a polar bear is asked to contact the local District Forestry and Wildlife Office in Roddickton at 709-457-2300 or St. Anthony at 709-454-8435 or 709-457-7243 after regular office hours.

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Media contact
Connie Boland
Fisheries and Land Resources
709-637-2923, 640-6409
connieboland@gov.nl.ca

2018 03 15 1:25 p.m.