Canada’s Birthday – My First Canada Day on the Hill!
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Month: July 2011
Rural Communities are Stronger Together – Keep Government Accountable
On June 16, 2011 – Jim Diers writes “Building Strong Communities Means We Can Hold Government to Account” the complete article can be found at:
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Happy Anniversary Norstead – Eleven Years and more than Tens of Thousands of Visitors
Let’s rewind to July 28, 2000 – More than 17,000 people were on site during the unveiling of Norstead – A Viking Village & Port
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GNP Craft Producers Launches Website – Shoal Cove East, NL
NEW WEBSITE: http://www.gnpcrafts.ca GNP Craft Producers Launch New Website: http://www.gnpcraft.com Visit them for a unique offering as they specialize in sealskin products. Products are locally
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Local Conche Artist has Talent
I love art that comes from the local region. These past few days I have been able to visit gift shops and talk with some local
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Offer More Grants to Towns – Less Grants to Big Business
The Northern Pen newspaper reports, “$4 Million Earmarked for Northern Peninsula” in today’s edition. In recent weeks the Government has made several spending announcements across
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The Straits-White Bay North NDP District Association Calls AGM
The Straits -White Bay North NDP District Association Annual General Meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at Flower’s Cove Lion’s
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Volunteer Opportunities with the NDP District Association for The Straits -White Bay North
Want to volunteer for the Straits – White Bay North NDP District Association? An Annual General Meeting will be called soon and we will need to fill
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Family – The Cornerstone of Our Lives & Society
Family is the cornerstone of our lives and society. The moment we were brought into this world we become a member of a family. A
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Deep Fried Ice-cream – A must have treat at the Daily Catch, St. Lunaire-Griquet, NL
On several occasions I have seen Deep Friend Ice-cream on menus at various restaurants and have wanted to try the dessert. However, the portion sizes are
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Icebergs Again in Goose Cove, NL
A visit to Goose Cove is good for the body, mind and soul. On July 22, 2011 – The water was peaceful, clouds puffy and
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Massive Icebergs on the Loose in Goose Cove, NL – Draw Crowds
Icebergs surround the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula. They have been spotted in Conche and can be seen from Sailer Jack’s Lookout, St. Carol’s,
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NDP nominations close in Humber Valley, Burin–Placentia West and The Straits–White Bay North
From http://www.nl.ndp.ca/news FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 21, 2011 NDP nominations close in Humber Valley, Burin–Placentia West and The Straits–White Bay North NDP vice-president Kathleen Connors
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Enchanting Englee, NL – Celebrating Come Home Year August 14-21, 2011
Englee may be at the end of Route 433; however, it should not be on the end of your travel list. This quaint little Town
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Trekking the French Shore with the Swiss – Conche, NL
Saturday, July 16, 2011 – The view from Sailor Jack’s Hill gives a powerful showing of the winding road leading to the Town of Conche. The stairs
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Live Rural NL Blogger Seeks NDP Nomination for District of The Straits -White Bay North in Fall Election
Christopher Mitchelmore, a resident of Green Island Cove in the Strait of Belle is vying for the NDP candidacy for the District of The Straits -White
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Norstead – Viking Village & Port of Trade
The Norstead Viking Village at L’Anse aux Meadows only 2 kms from The UNESCO World Heritage Viking Site has been identified as one Canada’s top ten
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Babe, Orson, Wilbur, Porky? ….All Famous Pigs, but this fellow’s name is Willie :)
The concept of the hobby farm is far from new. The generation of my grandparents seemed to have cows, hens, pigs and other animals. Even
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Announcement – Regional Craft Survey 2011
If you and/or someone you know is a crafter, please take five minutes and fill out the attached survey. It will help us identify
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Caring for the Birds – Conche, NL
I have once again visited the sanctuary called Conche! It is one of the island’s best kept secrets that is no longer secret. Be thankful we
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St. Anthony, NL Boasts Largest Concentration of Icebergs!
The “proof is in the pudding“! According to IcebergFinder.com, the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula has the greatest number of icebergs present in Newfoundland
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25,000 Year Old Iceberg Water Makes the Perfect Brew
Photo: Taken at The Daily Catch, St. Lunaire-Griquet. The Quidi Vidi Brewing Company located in St. Johns, NL is home to award-winning beers, notably Eric’s Red. I
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I AM A Viking at L’Anse Aux Meadows World UNESCO Heritage Site
L’Anse Aux Meadows World UNESCO Heritage Site attracts some 30,000 people annually! More than 1,000 years ago, the Vikings were the first Europeans to re-discover
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“The Peak of Your Newfoundland Experience” – Fishing Point, St. Anthony, NL
Fishing Point in the scenic seaside Town of St. Anthony, NL is a destination! It is the meeting place for many residents, local rural settlers
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News Release: The French Shore Historical Society To Launch The Centre For Textile Art
More developments in Conche, NL according to News Release: P.O. Box 29, Conche, NL A0K 1Y0 Tele: 709-622-3500 Fax: 709-622-3510 E-mail: frenchshorehs@nf.aibn.com For Immediate
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Iceberg & Whale Watching Tour on French Shore
Scenic Pursuit Boat Tours of Bide Arm (Roddickton-Bide Arm), NL are now operating for the 2011 Season. **********SHUTTLE SERVICE AVAILABLE******** Adults 18 and over $50
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Take a Walk on the Wild Side – Wild Mussels from the Strait of Belle Isle
I enjoy a pot of delicious mussels at home from time to time. There is something quite awesome about being able to walk just two
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White Rocks Walking Trail – Flower’s Cove, NL
The Town of Flower’s Cove is the local business service centre for the Strait of Belle communities. In recent years, it has worked hard to develop
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My Kitchen Spa – Handmade Newfoundland Soap
The owner of My Kitchen Spa has a tremendous opportunity – she makes a natural product from items found around the kitchen. I have had
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Newfoundland Seal Flipper Pie Recipe
While everyone awaits the development of a local seal flipper food stand., I will share with you all a Newfoundland Seal Flipper Pie Recipe: Ingredients:
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