I felt like I was walking in some made up land when walking the Northern Point Walking Trail in Heart’s Delight-Islington. The beginning was quite
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New Experiences At Grenfell Historic Properties
Sir Dr. Wilfred Grenfell was a medical missionary, originally from England. He arrived in Northern Newfoundland in 1892. His work established an International Association that
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Great Northern Peninsula would benefit from An Artisan’s Nook
This past summer I visited the Burin Peninsula, which is quickly developing its tourism product. Heritage Run is quickly becoming a destination for many travelers to
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Cod, Caplin & Quilts not the only art found in Raleigh – Taylor’s Crafts a Must Visit!
On Thursday, I spent time visiting Residents of the historic Town of Raleigh on the Great Northern Peninsula. It is a picturesque community that highlights
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St. Anthony Come Home Year Showcased Strength of Volunteers, Community Groups
St. Anthony hosted its second Come Home Year celebration since 2012. Thousands of people that year registered and flocked to our largest community on the
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The Story of the Golden Cod as Folk Artist Ben Ploughman Celebrates 20 Years
Ben Ploughman of Port au Choix on the Great Northern is a self-taught folk artist that has made his mark on the industry. His unique
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Craft Producers on Great Northern Peninsula Share Experiences
The Great Northern Peninsula has a number of craft producers that are hobbyists, part-time or engaged in the business earning a living full-time. There is
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Art, Craft & Culture Thrives on the Great Northern Peninsula
A craft fair in St. Anthony yesterday, hosted by the St. Anthony Come Home Year Committee attracted artisans and craft producers from all across the
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Quirpon will see population above 70 people for first time in years
Quirpon was a prominent fishing community on the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula that has historic ties dating back to the 16th century migratory
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Candace Cochrane Adds Creative Flair to Conche, NL
I first met Candace Cochrane via her literary work, which is a photo book of Outport NL, which is proudly on display at my Confederation
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Rumbolt Sculpts Image from Iceberg with Chainsaw at Festival Opening!
It all started with a block of iceberg ice propped up on pallets outside the St. Anthony Lion’s Club. This 10,000 year old iceberg ice
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Embroidered Bread & Conche Caplin
The creative community of Conche is where I purchased this tapestry of embroidered bread and caplin. It sits in the public gallery at the Straits-White
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Canada Bay Quilters launched on Great Northern Peninsula
Quilting has been something my grandmother has done for decades. She has passed on this tradition to her eldest daughter but certainly more people could
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My Christmas Tree Tells Many Stories…
I put up my Christmas tree the last weekend of November. It is certainly a different process than my childhood, as we would have a
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MHA announces Christmas Card Winners for 2014
Christopher Mitchelmore (The Straits-White Bay North, MHA) announced today the winners of his 2014 Christmas card contest. “I was very encouraged that more than 150 students participated in
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Community Leaders, Ideas and Innovation changing our Rural Landscape
A community is built and shaped by the people that live, work and share common interests and goals. On the Great Northern Peninsula we have
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Jordi Bonet Murals a Gift for All People of the North
Jordi Bonet was born in Spain and became one of Quebec’s major artists through murals, painting, sculptures and ceramics. The panel notes how he lost
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Quidi Vidi Village is Representative of Outport Living
The Quidi Vidi Village of St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador is not found on the Great Northern Peninsula but is part of the fabric that
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Rock Houses in Englee
One Englee resident has surely shown their true creativity with a row of rock houses. I love seeing yard art and this one truly does
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Grenfell Handicrafts Proudly Producing for a Century!
The Grenfell Centre, St. Anthony, NL commemorates the life and legacy of the legendary Dr. Wilfred Thomason Grenfell. Since 1892, Dr. Grenfell has impacted the
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Woody Point is a unique starting point on your trek up the Great Northern Peninsula
A few weeks ago, I took a vacation and spent a couple of days in the Town of Woody Point. I was greatly impressed by
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Englee is all fired up with Glacier Glass!
The fishing Town of Englee is quickly becoming an artisan retreat and those who love things that are handmade. At the Town Hall one can
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Everything Handcrafted at Stagehead Carving Shop
A couple of weeks ago, I had the pleasure of visiting with Norman Young at his carving shop in St. Lunaire-Griquet. The shelves boasts a
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Open Studio – A novel concept in Ship Cove, NL
A visit to Ship Cove, NL on the Great Northern Peninsula was filled with incredible landscapes, rich history and tradition, as well as people who
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Glacier Glass – An Incredible New Business
The Town of Englee located at the very end of Route 433 has faced challenging economic times since the closure of their fish plant and
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Local Culture Depicted at Pebble Beach Studio
Marjorie Dempster is the artist behind the Pebble Beach Studio at Plum Point, NL on Great Northern Peninsula. We are lucky to have such talent
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“Fill Ya Boots” – Barry Penton Art
Barry Penton, is a realist artist that grew up on Fogo Island in rural Newfoundland & Labrador. His artwork illustrates brilliant colors and impeccable attention
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Rural Roots, including Seal Hunt Proudly on Display at MHA Mitchelmore’s Office
I’m a believer in all things rural, including the seal harvest. I wear my father’s seal skin boots that are more than
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French Shore Historical Society adds vibrancy to Conche
Conche is a small fishing Town of less than 200 residents on the Northern Peninsula East, primary of those with Irish Catholic descent. This community is
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Mat Hooking Exhibition at Englee Worth the Visit
The Town of Englee is actively pursuing new economic opportunities and is the new home to an Exhibition of Hooked Mats at the Municipal Building
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