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A Royal Screech-In from the woods

January 28, 2012 Live Rural NL

There is a rite of passage for those who visit Newfoundland & Labrador and want to be an honorary citizen – this ritual is known

Wind Power….Why Not?

January 24, 2012 Live Rural NL

During a visit to L’anse Aux Meadows, this photo of an overworked Canadian flag was found. It clearly illustrates the tremendous impact the wind has

A Hospital Like No Other – Visit the Rotunda in St. Anthony, NL

January 22, 2012 Live Rural NL

Curtis Memorial Hospital was built-in the 1960’s – a sophisticated medical facility at the time servicing the Great Northern Peninsula and many parts of Labrador.

Polar Bear Visited St. Anthony, NL…Many Moons Ago

January 22, 2012 Live Rural NL

This was not the first or the last Polar Bear to find its way into the Town of St. Anthony on the Peninsula`s Northern Tip.

Where the Norse settled 1,000+ years ago…

January 22, 2012 Live Rural NL

This is where the Norse lived more than 1,000 years ago. The remains of houses, workshops and outer buildings are present by the impressions still

Caribou Stew – Don’t Mind If I Do!

January 20, 2012 Live Rural NL

In Rural Newfoundland & Labrador it would not be uncommon to enjoy wild game as part of the regular rotation of meals from the kitchen.

Caribou Crossing – Viking Trail (Route 430) Great Northern Peninsula

January 19, 2012 Live Rural NL

A caribou herd had decided to establish a crossing on the Viking Trail. My European friend’s were treated to another experience with nature on the

Joey’s Lookout – Gambo, NL

January 19, 2012 Live Rural NL

Gambo, NL depicted above was the homestead of the Province’s first Premier, Joseph R. Smallwood. He signed the documents that brought Newfoundland & Labrador into

Murals Depict Aspects of the Past – Bell Island, NL

January 16, 2012 Live Rural NL

The Wabana Mines have been a part of the history since early 1610, as noted on a plaque adjacent to the mural. However, it was

A Resemblance of Shamus from Family Guy on Bell Island, NL

January 15, 2012 Live Rural NL

I have always had an appreciation for those who had taken the time to be creative and produce a form of Folk Art. It seems

Provincial Government Eases Travel Burden by Improving Medical Transportation Program

January 15, 2012 Live Rural NL

The Department of Health and Community Services announced on January 10, 2012 that it had made improvements to the medical transportation program, which impacts the

Find Yourself on Bell Island, NL – Part 2

January 15, 2012 Live Rural NL

Even if you get lost on Bell Island, Newfoundland & Labrador, it is quite the experience. I know there were times that I circulated up and down

Why Are We Lagging Behind the Technological Times? – 111 Years Ago the First Transatlantic Wireless Signal sent from Signal Hill, NL

January 14, 2012 Live Rural NL

Signal Hill was the reception point of the first transatlantic wireless signal by Guglielmo Marconi in 1901. It is also the place of a rich

Nominate An Individual for Newfoundland & Labrador’s Highest Honour

January 14, 2012 Live Rural NL

The Order of Newfoundland & Labrador is the highest Honour of the Province. The Order of Newfoundland and Labrador was established and given Royal Assent

Mitchelmore calls on Government to take immediate action on the removal of condemned Englee Fish Plant

September 12, 2011 Live Rural NL

Christopher Mitchelmore, NDP candidate for the Straits – White Bay North calls on Government to take immediate action to help the Town of Englee by removing

Scenic Pursuit Boat Tours- Tourism at its Finest.

August 23, 2011 Live Rural NL

The Scenic Pursuit Boat Tours is operated from Bide Arm (Roddickton-Bide Arm). This boat tour operates three runs daily to view the unique coastlines, whales

Having a Good Scuff at the 10th Annual St. Anthony Music Festival

August 7, 2011 Live Rural NL

On August 5, 2011 myself and a friend had plans to take in the 10th Annual St. Anthony Music Festival. After a quick stop at

World Renown Youth Choir Visits the Great Northern Peninsula

August 4, 2011 Live Rural NL

The Saltwater Joys – Tour of Newfoundland & Labrador presented by The Munich Youth Choir set the stage that drew a large audience at the

A Small Iceberg in Green Island Brook

August 3, 2011 Live Rural NL

Last month en route to Norstead – Viking Village & Port of Trade at L’Anse aux Meadows, I captured this small iceberg at Green Island Brook (July

Fireworks Celebrate Canada’s 144th Birthday in Ottawa

August 3, 2011 Live Rural NL

I had the privilege of being in Ottawa for Canada Day to celebrate Canada‘s 144th Birthday! It was quite the celebration with more than 300,000

A Marketable Farmer’s Market – Let’s Get Growing

August 3, 2011 Live Rural NL

We have lost a generation, maybe two of hobby farmers in Rural Newfoundland & Labrador. My grandparents practiced subsistence farming, ensuring they would have enough

Moose Antlers Make Quite the Entrance – Englee, NL

August 2, 2011 Live Rural NL

On a recent trip to Englee, NL my attention was drawn to the house below that had a very beautifully landscaped yard, fountain with Moose Antlers

Local Conche Artist has Talent

July 26, 2011 Live Rural NL

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

Offer More Grants to Towns – Less Grants to Big Business

July 26, 2011 Live Rural NL

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

The Straits-White Bay North NDP District Association Calls AGM

July 25, 2011 Live Rural NL

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

Icebergs Again in Goose Cove, NL

July 23, 2011 Live Rural 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

Massive Icebergs on the Loose in Goose Cove, NL – Draw Crowds

July 23, 2011 Live Rural NL

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,

NDP nominations close in Humber Valley, Burin–Placentia West and The Straits–White Bay North

July 22, 2011 Live Rural NL

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

Enchanting Englee, NL – Celebrating Come Home Year August 14-21, 2011

July 20, 2011 Live Rural NL

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

Live Rural NL Blogger Seeks NDP Nomination for District of The Straits -White Bay North in Fall Election

July 17, 2011 Live Rural NL

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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