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News, People, & Perspectives

God Guard Thee: Our Political Destiny is Written in the Stars

Drew BrownJune 18, 2018

As you know, reason is powerless in our demon-haunted world. Instead of ushering in a general period of enlightenment, in 2018 it turns out that constant 24/7 access to the internet actually melted everybody’s brain.... Read More

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In Honour of Fathers’ Day (Yesterday): Your Favorite Dad Jokes

TheOvercastJune 18, 2018

To honour Father’s Day, we lightened up this month's community poll by lighting it up with your best Dad Jokes. ... Read More

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City Talk: From the United Nations to St. John’s, A Call to Action

Rob NolanJune 15, 2018

The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are an ambitious set of goals promising to “leave no one behind” and include: no poverty, zero hunger, quality education, gender equality, decent work and economic growth, sustainable cities and communities, and climate action.... Read More

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This Dam is Your Dam, This Dam is My Dam, Part 3: Dismantling the Democratic

Greg HewlettJune 14, 2018

"Revisiting these events reveals a true blackout in the integrity of our elected leaders."... Read More

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Newfoundlandia: The Lost Incan Treasure In The Earth Of Avalon

Chad BennettJune 11, 2018

The true story of why, somewhere on The Avalon, there is likely a vast treasure of Incan gold that has slumbered for the last 400 years. Happy hunting.... Read More

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The Thoughtful Conversation: How Inter-provincial Competition Is Harming Our Province

Chad BennettJune 6, 2018

It can be argued in non hyperbolic terms that we in Newfoundland have less access to Ontarian markets than does Germany. ... Read More

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Event & Restaurant Listings

Food, Drink, & Retail

HIT THE SAUCE: Saucy Mouth Food Truck Bonavista Bound

Lauren PowerJune 21, 2018

If you make your way to Bonavista this summer (and you should), Brad Gover and Allyson Howse will be serving you from the side of their aqua... Read More

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On The Sauce: Mustard

Felicity RobertsJune 9, 2018

Mustard. Relish. Catsup. These 3 sauces define classic BBQ burgers and hot dogs. Our summer Grill Guide series celebrates The Sauce with fun facts, salad suggestions & booze pairings... Read More

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St. John’s Fermentary Filling a Food Niche with Flying Colours

Chad PelleyJune 7, 2018

Kombucha is a 2,000 year old drink the Chinese dubbed the “Immortal Health Elixir,” for claims of its energizing and detoxifying properties.... Read More

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The Angry Urchin: Greater St. John’s Greatest New Restaurant?

Chad PelleyMay 30, 2018

A brain tumour, a weekend with a celebrity chef, and 2 well-decorated chef brothers reuniting in, of all places, Portugal Cove, Newfoundland. These seemingly unrelated events have blended together to cook up what might become greater St. John's greatest new restaurant. You can go be the judge of that yourself when they open June 2nd.... Read More

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The Balkan Kitchen: St. John’s Newest Restaurant

BadgeMay 17, 2018

Eldin Husic and his wife Adnela Halebic-Husic are bringing the cuisine of the Balkans to Cookstown Road. The menu is small and thorough: ... Read More

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Gin Gin Hooray: Newfoundland Distillery Company Takes 2 Medals Home from San Francisco

TheOvercastMay 16, 2018

Founded in 2000, the San Francisco World Spirits Competition strips away by enforcing a blind tasting of all entrants in its competitions, b... Read More

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Arts, Culture, & Entertainment

2 Slots at The Nickel: New Christopher Pratt Doc Paints a Shocking Portrait of NL Icon Christopher Pratt

TheOvercastJune 20, 2018

You know Christopher Pratt designed the Newfoundland flag, and if you're a cultural being at all, you'd recognize a painting as his just by the style of it. Maybe you've even read his poems, or know that his first name is actually John, not Christopher. But to really know a cultural icon, you have to watch the doc on them.... Read More

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Local Country Artist in Top 3 for SiriusXM Top of the Country Competition

TheOvercastJune 13, 2018

Benoit's rise to fame in the Canadian country scene continues.... Read More

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Emily Pittman in the Elbow Room

Eva CrockerJune 12, 2018

Local writer and visual artist, Emily Pittman, is currently completing a three month residency in The Rooms’ Elbow Room Studio.... Read More

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Album Review: The Once’s Time Enough

Sandy MayJune 8, 2018

It’s this overwhelming sense of place that actually puts them closer to folk revival artists Gillian Welch and David Rawlings... Read More

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A Fun Time By The C-FAs: Lawnya Vawnya Underdogs

Brad PrettyMay 22, 2018

Once again the clock strikes Lawnya Vawyna. A long weekend of artful merriment that’s become not only a tradition for St. John’s musicians, artists, and fans, but also a growing staple that puts a tight-knit scene under the lens of the whole country.... Read More

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QUICK, Get Lookin’! Our 4th Annual Scavenger Hunt for Free Lanwya Vawnya Festival Passes is On

TheOvercastMay 22, 2018

Tick, Tock ...... Read More

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Random Blast-from-the-Past Reads

From our Archives ...

For the Fickle Forager: Where to Find Ingredients on an Island in January

Emily DemingJanuary 4, 2017

Winter isn't a season here, it's half a year. So here's a guide to getting through months of empty produce aisles ...... Read More

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Big News for Beer Nerds: Fisher’s Loft and Port Rexton Brewery Partner up For Rare New Brew

Chad PelleySeptember 12, 2016

A local brewery is using local coriander from a neighbour to produce a very rare style of beer.... Read More

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Backgrounder: The Origin of MUN Owes Much to New York

TheOvercastSeptember 6, 2016

The fact that MUN is "the biggest campus in Atlantic Canada" today is kind of funny given its origin.... Read More

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June's Community Poll

Weigh In: We Can't Do This Column Without You

June’s Community Poll: Best Sunny Day Daytrips in NL?

TheOvercastJune 16, 2018

By July our short-lived summer will be here: please spill your secrets for the greater good, and tell us your favourite one-day getaways, swimming holes, activities, hikes, hidden gems, and popular hotspots for getting the most out of a beautiful day.... Read More

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Quiz of the Month

Quiz of the Month: Name That Place, Newfoundland & Labrador

TheOvercastJune 3, 2018

How good is your Newfoundland & Labrador geography knowledge? Take the quiz and find out!... Read More

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List of the Month

List of the Month: Bell Island Top 13

Felicity RobertsJune 2, 2018

Deep Mystery and Proud History, Dark Faeries and Wild Berries. The Curious Townie’s Guide To What You Need To See, Where You Need To Eat, Plus A Stately, Rose Scented Retreat.... Read More

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