Provincial Government Provides Funding for 2026 Royal St. John’s RegattaProvincial Government Provides Funding for 2026 Royal St. John’s Regatta

The article reports on final preparations for the Royal St. John’s Regatta, with Regatta Day just five days away pending weather. It features an interview with the president of the Royal St. John’s Regatta Committee about preparations leading up to the big day.

The article reports that a former championship crew has returned to train for the 208th Royal St. John’s Regatta, with race day set for August 5. It notes that the crew is back on Quidi Vidi Lake and is preparing to compete again, as covered by NTV.

Three new members have been added to the Royal St. John’s Regatta Hall of Fame. NTV reports the announcement, with Kyle Brookings providing the coverage.

The Royal St. John’s Regatta Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Luncheon will honor 2026 inductees Paul Power (Coach/Coxswain), and Builder honorees Siobhan Coady and Bernard “Tanny” Collins, at St. John’s City Hall on July 29, 2026 at noon. The Regatta is noted as the oldest continuing organized sporting event in North America, with 2026 marking its…

The article reports that the Royal St. John’s Regatta’s 2026 Hall of Fame class recognizes three builders whose dedication has shaped the province’s oldest sporting tradition. NTV’s Mark Dwyer presents the story about the government-related recognition of these contributors.

The article reports that the Royal St. John’s Regatta will honor three builders with the 2026 Hall of Fame inductees for their lasting impact on the sport. NTV’s Mark Dwyer covers the story as part of the On The Mark segment.

The government has increased festival and celebrations funding by $43,000, bringing the total to $110,000 to be shared among 100 community-based initiatives celebrating culture. Recipients include events such as Jigs and Wheels in Corner Brook, Light up the Bay at Bay of Islands Yacht Club, Deer Lake Strawberry Festival, Cormack Days 2026, and Qalipu…

HMCS St. John’s hosted the annual Run the Rock as part of the Your Community feature, reported by Sharon Snow on July 16, 2026. The article covers the event aboard the naval ship, detailing the activities of the Run the Rock program.