The Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands is marking National Forest Week with a series of events across Newfoundland and Labrador from September 21 to 27. The events are aimed at highlighting the importance of the province's forests and giving residents an opportunity to learn more about forest resources, wildfire prevention and the forest industry. On Wednesday, September 23, the department will co-host Forestry Day in the Park at Margaret Bowater Park in Corner Bro

Showers are expected across parts of the province today, with 2 to 4 mm expected on the Northern Peninsula and parts of central Newfoundland. Highs of 8 to 15 are expected. Expect sun and cloud for western Labrador and sunny skies to the north. Highs from 8 to 13 are expected.

The day is starting pleasantly along the west coast, but showers will move in late this afternoon, bringing 2 to 4 mm of rain; rain will continue overnight. There is a chance of showers in central Newfoundland and along the south coast. On the Avalon, 2 to 4 mm of rain is expected this afternoon. Highs from 11 to 16 are expected. A mix of sun and cloud is expected along the coast and in central Labrador, and there is a chance of showers in western areas. Highs will range from