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Military veteran from the Codroy Valley going to the Invictus Games 7:03

3d ago7:03

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Former Canadian Armed Forces member Clifford Samms has a motto: “Anything worth doing is worth doing right the first time.” You have to do that when you're an aircraft maintenance supervisor It's also a great policy when you're competing in sports. Samms is from the Codroy Valley, and he'll be taking part in his first-ever Invictus Games in Vancouv…

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Newfoundland's Hidden Treasure: The Atlantic Puffin 24:10

21d ago24:10

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Let us know if you have any questions about Newfoundland and we may air it on next episode. In this episode of Newfoundland Lens, hosts Michael Windsor and Corey Babstock discuss the charm and appeal of Atlantic puffins in Newfoundland, particularly focusing on popular sighting locations such as Elliston and Cape Bonavista. They share personal stor…

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Makkovik men shine lights of comfort in the community graveyard for bereaved people 5:53

3d ago5:53

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Grief always hits a little harder during holidays. The gatherings, the food, and the presents make you feel even more like your missing loved ones are supposed to be there. Perry Dyson and Rory McNeil in Makkovik hope they've made it a little easier for community members this year. They decorated a tree with Christmas lights in the community gravey…

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NL Public Libraries offer great reading suggestions for 2025 9:10

3d ago9:10

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As the holidays draw to a close and we settle into 2025, maybe you'd like to spend part of this winter catching up on some reading. Emma Craig and Emily Blackmore, librarians with Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries, offer their recommendations.

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People on Fogo Island say their ferry isn't up to the job this winter 14:26

3d ago14:26

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People who live on Fogo Island can't get anywhere without a ferry, so that makes them keenly interested in which vessels are assigned to the route, and any changes made. This winter, the Kamutik W. is once again making the run to Fogo Island. Jarrod Oglan is chair of the Fogo Island Ferry Users Committee. Fred Hutton is provincial Transportation Mi…

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2025 comes in with a bang in Twillingate. Not just fireworks - an earthquake 7:27

4d ago7:27

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It's not something we hear often in Newfoundland and Labrador, but Earthquakes Canada confirmed that one happened at 2:11 p.m., Newfoundland time on New Years Day. The magnitude was 2.8, large enough to be felt but too small to cause any damage. The earthquake happened in Notre Dame Bay, around 19 kilometres west of Twillingate. Danny Bath of that …

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The peak of snowmobile season is far away, but a snowmobiler in Central Newfoundland has already been out 8:29

4d ago8:29

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A snowmobiler in Central Newfoundland is looking forward to the winter. Rob Clarke has already been out riding, and he's one of "those people" who'd say "We need more snow." Clarke owns Silver Mountain Lodge near Hampden, and Rob Clarke Motorsports in Springdale. He also rents out his snowmobiles at Appalachian Chalets in Corner Brook and from his …

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We got some advice from psychologist Janine Hubbard on how to make your goals a success in 2025 6:13

4d ago6:13

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It's a new year, and people may be already asking you what your New Year's resolution is. But maybe New Years' Resolutions - at least in the traditional sense - are not quite as popular as they used to be. Dr. Janine Hubbard is a registered psychologist based in St. John's, She joined us to talk about setting - and keeping - resolutions.…

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MusicNL's new Executive Director tells us what her group is planning for 2025 7:25

4d ago7:25

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We're kicking off a new year that will be full of music and song across this province. 2025 promises to be as busy - and vibrant -.as ever. Tamara Kater is gearing up to support Newfoundland and Labrador musicians, and even champion more of our music on the world stage. She took over the reins as MusicNL's Executive Director last summer.…

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Santa Claus is coming to town TONIGHT! A kindergartener in Happy Valley-Goose Bay describes her excitement about the arrival of the big man in red. 7:06

13d ago7:06

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After 24 days of prying open the doors to advent calendars, children, you've finally made it. Tonight's the night that Santa Claus will leave the North Pole and bring gifts to all the boys and girls, with the help of his trusted team of reindeer. Five year old Hannah Rice from Happy Valley-Goose Bay tells us about her Christmas excitement and plans…

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We'll hear about Christmases gone by, spent growing up in Labrador. Singer/songwriter Shirley Montague chats about her song, "Deerskin Shoes." 8:07

13d ago8:07

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This time of year brings back memories of Christmases gone by. I think most of us reflect on holiday seasons that were simpler, but somehow better. Singer/songwriter Shirley Montague has written some original songs that talk about her childhood in Labrador. They were released on her Christmas album, "Trapper's Christmas," in 1988.…

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Exploring all the emotions the holiday season stirs up. Geraldine Hollett of The Once spoke about some of their original Christmas music. 6:13

13d ago6:13

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As Christmas approaches, many of us enjoy listening to music while we decorate the tree, bake cookies, or drive to visit family. The Once released their Christmas album in 2012, which has since become a beloved part of many holiday traditions. CBC's Bernice Hillier invited Geraldine Hollett of The Once for a discussion about the music of the season…

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Newfoundland and Labrador singer/songwriter Brad Tuck provides insight into some of his original Christmas music. 5:28

13d ago5:28

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Many of us have holiday songs that we look forward to hearing during this time of year. Some songs have been on our playlists for decades, while others are more recent. In 2023, singer-songwriter Brad Tuck released a Christmas album with Rosemary Lawton titled "Songs for Christmastime." One of the tracks on the album is called "Child's First Christ…

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The Forteau "Christmas Tree" has been making sure every child has a gift for decades. 6:59

13d ago6:59

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Christmas is coming a little early for children in Forteau. Every year, on December 24th, Santa Claus halts his sleigh at the Forteau Community Centre. He carries with him a bag of gifts to give to every child age 12 and under. The "Christmas Tree" has been a tradition in Forteau for more than 50 years. It's currently organized by the local Anglica…

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The big guy in red is making his way around the world tonight. We'll head to Marystown to ask one excited 8 year old how she's getting ready for Santa's visit! 7:13

13d ago7:13

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Tonight's the night! You can feel the excitement in the air. Santa Claus will be visiting children all over the world tonight -- including every corner of this province. 8-year-old Lexi Emberley from Marystown can barely wait.

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Singer/songwriter Allan Byrne dives into the inspiration and history of his original Christmas song, "Northern Glory." 7:49

14d ago7:49

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Christmas music is everywhere this time of year. But we don't always think of the stories behind the songs. CBC's Bernice Hillier has been having some chats with songwriters and performers about the Christmas tunes they've written and performed. She spoke with Allan Byrne about "Northern Glory, Labrador Trapper Song."…

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The mummering tradition of this province has been immortalized in song. Bud Davidge of Simani reflects back on more than 40 years of "Mummers 'Lowed In." 8:11

14d ago8:11

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Music and the holiday season just seem to go together, and so it's always been. And part of this province's heritage is recorded in song, thanks to the band Simani. It's hard to imagine a Christmas without hearing the Mummer's Song. Bud Davidge shares the history behind Any Mummers Allowed in?

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Covering Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen for the holidays. Allison Crowe shares some of her less obvious choices for her Christmas concert setlist. 6:17

14d ago6:17

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Some of us stick to tradition when it comes to music this time of year. If we had a Bing Crosby or a Kenny and Dolly album in our home, those are the songs of Christmas for us. But it's always refreshing when someone pulls out a tune or two that is a bit of a surprise. Since about 2003, Allison Crowe has been doing Tidings concerts nearly every Dec…

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For turkey farmers, Christmas is their busy season; we'll hear how one farmer deals with the demand. 7:33

14d ago7:33

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Christmas Day is almost here; for many people, a big part of the day is Christmas dinner. And, for most of us, Christmas dinner means turkey. That means it's a busy season for turkey farmers like David Kennedy, who owns Kennedy Farm in Freshwater. He gave us insight into the industry at this time of year.…

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A team of volunteers in Lewisporte - the Spectacular Superhero Squad - gives parents of kids with special needs a few hours off each month. 7:42

17d ago7:42

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Being a parent is a busy - and often thankless job. Between getting out the door in the mornings to being a chauffeur for everyone's extra-curricular activities, there often aren't enough minutes in the day. For parents of kids with special needs, finding some 'me time' can seem like a dream. That's where the Spectacular Superhero Squad steps in to…

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Kendall Crolius has republished the book Knitting With Dog Hair thirty years after it first came out because the craft is seeing a revival. 6:42

17d ago6:42

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There are nearly eight million pet dogs in Canada. They offer comfort, companionship and...lots and lots of shedded fur. Thirty years ago, Kendall Crolius decided to publish Knitting With Dog Hair, offering pet owners an alternative to constant vacuuming. Now she's republished the book because artists and pet owners have a new interest in the craft…

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A class from J.J Curling Elementary is keeping the mummering tradition alive at Mountain View retirement centre. 7:45

17d ago7:45

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It’s not often you see people going door to door dressed as Mummers anymore, especially not kids. But J.J Curling Elementary is doing its best at keeping the tradition alive. Fifth grade teacher Elaine Kearney takes her class to Mountain View retirement home every year where they put on a show dressed as Mummers. CBC’s Amy Feehan stopped by to find…

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An 84-year-old woman from Corner Brook has dedicated her life to helping others, all while she was battling cancer for almost 50 years. 7:33

17d ago7:33

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A woman in Corner Brook received an award recently from the government for her lifelong volunteering. But that’s not why her story is remarkable. Agnes Brake was first diagnosed with cancer in her 30s. When she defeated one cancer…another took hold of her body. Brake is still facing cancer, at 84 years old. But she has been helping others for longe…

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Roshayne Mendis is the owner of the newly opened Counter Clothing boutique in Corner Brook. We will hear about her journey in fashion. 7:03

18d ago7:03

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Eight years ago, Roshayne Mendis was just starting her fashion career in Sri Lanka. She became captivated by the art of fashion design and clothing creation. Now she’s taken a bold step forward. Counter Clothing is her new store in Corner Brook where you can check out all of her creations. CBC’s Amy Feehan visited the new store and sat down with Me…

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The Andrew Jesso Foundation and its Snow School Bursary continues to grow, more than two years after his tragic passing. 9:05

18d ago9:05

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A foundation set up to help aspiring skiers and snowboarders is expanding its efforts this winter. The Andrew Jesso Foundation was established in memory of a young man who died in a car accident in 2022. For the past two winters, it's helped skiers at Marble Mountain. But it's set its sights on the island's other ski hill this year, too. Sheldon Pe…

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A Gander company continues teaching young pilots from around the globe. We'll find out why this province prepares them for a successful career. 4:28

18d ago4:28

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Gander Flight Training has taught people to fly planes for more than thirty years. It started with modest beginnings, with founder Pat White using a small Cessna airplane from an airstrip near Botwood. The growing business eventually moved to Gander and became a world-class training facility. Pat White passed away this fall, but his business is sti…

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A councilor in Stephenville is offering free counseling sessions for seniors who are struggling with the holidays. 9:22

18d ago9:22

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A counsellor in the Stephenville area is making a very kind offer this holiday season. Suzanne Barry is a registered social worker who knows, as many of us do, that this time of year can be especially challenging for many people. And you know, as you get older, many of us have lost loved ones and we think of them especially at Christmas. That’s why…

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