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Northern Point Walking Trail

March 7, 2022 Live Rural NL

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

New Experiences At Grenfell Historic Properties

May 28, 2021 Live Rural NL

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

Great Northern Peninsula would benefit from An Artisan’s Nook

February 5, 2017 Live Rural NL

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

Cod, Caplin & Quilts not the only art found in Raleigh – Taylor’s Crafts a Must Visit!

August 8, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

St. Anthony Come Home Year Showcased Strength of Volunteers, Community Groups

August 5, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

The Story of the Golden Cod as Folk Artist Ben Ploughman Celebrates 20 Years

August 4, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

Craft Producers on Great Northern Peninsula Share Experiences

July 31, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

Art, Craft & Culture Thrives on the Great Northern Peninsula

July 24, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

Quirpon will see population above 70 people for first time in years

July 20, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

Candace Cochrane Adds Creative Flair to Conche, NL

July 17, 2015 Live Rural 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

Rumbolt Sculpts Image from Iceberg with Chainsaw at Festival Opening!

June 6, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

Embroidered Bread & Conche Caplin

May 24, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

Canada Bay Quilters launched on Great Northern Peninsula

March 12, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

My Christmas Tree Tells Many Stories…

December 23, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

MHA announces Christmas Card Winners for 2014

December 2, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Community Leaders, Ideas and Innovation changing our Rural Landscape

October 28, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Jordi Bonet Murals a Gift for All People of the North

October 4, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Quidi Vidi Village is Representative of Outport Living

September 29, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Rock Houses in Englee

September 28, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Grenfell Handicrafts Proudly Producing for a Century!

September 25, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Woody Point is a unique starting point on your trek up the Great Northern Peninsula

September 23, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Englee is all fired up with Glacier Glass!

September 7, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Everything Handcrafted at Stagehead Carving Shop

August 25, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Open Studio – A novel concept in Ship Cove, NL

July 24, 2014 Live Rural 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

Glacier Glass – An Incredible New Business

July 3, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

Local Culture Depicted at Pebble Beach Studio

March 17, 2014 Live Rural NL

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

“Fill Ya Boots” – Barry Penton Art

March 9, 2014 Live Rural NL

Barry Penton, is a realist artist that grew up on Fogo Island in rural Newfoundland & Labrador. His artwork illustrates brilliant colors and impeccable attention

Rural Roots, including Seal Hunt Proudly on Display at MHA Mitchelmore’s Office

December 19, 2013 Live Rural NL

I’m a believer in all things rural, including the seal harvest. I wear my father’s seal skin boots that are more than

French Shore Historical Society adds vibrancy to Conche

August 3, 2013 Live Rural NL

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

Mat Hooking Exhibition at Englee Worth the Visit

August 2, 2013 Live Rural NL

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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