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Local STI Testing Gets a Failing Grade: What’s a Gal Gotta Do to Get Tested Around Here?

Overcast Guest AuthorApril 24, 2018
Album Review: Roundelay’s There Just Might Be Enough Time

Brad PrettyApril 23, 2018
On the Job with Shawn Dawson: A Professional Forager

BadgeApril 22, 2018

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What's on the Go, and Who's Doing What?

Local STI Testing Gets a Failing Grade: What’s a Gal Gotta Do to Get Tested Around Here?

Overcast Guest AuthorApril 24, 2018

"Given the state of STI and HIV testing in this province, it doesn’t shock me that people do not or cannot get access to this basic health service."... Read More

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On the Job with Shawn Dawson: A Professional Forager

BadgeApril 22, 2018

Dawson makes his living from searching the Newfoundland wilderness for edible mushrooms, seaweeds, berries, molluscs, weeds, herbs, and teas. The man is a walking, talking field manual of what to look for a where to find it.... Read More

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Getting to Know Where You Live; Walking Your City and Mapping it Too

HappyCityApril 20, 2018

Every year across the country and around the world these walks commemorate the birthday of Jane Jacobs, an urban activist who spearheaded a movement to change the way citizens think about and engage with their neighbourhoods and cities. This year the walks are being held on May 4th, 5th and 6th and usually last about 90 minutes.... Read More

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Food, Drink, & Retail

What's Cooking on the Culinary and Storefront Scene?

This Gardener Named Garfield Should Be Newfoundland’s Next Reality Show Star

Chad PelleyApril 17, 2018

"Gardening is like a marriage. If you take something from a marriage, or from your garden, you have to put something back into it." - Garfield White... Read More

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These Restaurants Are Winning the St. John’s Brunch Game in 2018

Felicity RobertsApril 10, 2018

The St. John's brunch scene is growing. As would be expected, the cream is rising to the top. But with more and more options popping up, deciding where to go for brunch can be challenging.... Read More

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Raymonds’ Chef Ross Larkin to Square Off on Top Chef Canada this Weekend

Lauren PowerApril 6, 2018

Ross Larkin is the latest local to throw their chef’s knives into the ring on the country’s most-watched culinary competition, Top Chef Canada.... Read More

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Arts, Culture, & Entertainment

WHAT'S WORTH A LOOK, READ, AND LISTEN LATELY?

Album Review: Roundelay’s There Just Might Be Enough Time

Brad PrettyApril 23, 2018

This is no addendum to a published book; no PS on a letter. This is a full-bodied sequel to one of the best, most innovative rock bands St. John's has ever seen. It only took 8 years.... Read More

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On the Record: Joel Thomas Hynes, Dead Man’s Melodies

TheOvercastApril 20, 2018

Joel Thomas Hynes spent the winter racking up literary accolades, and staring in a new TV show he wrote, called Little Dog. Instead of taking break, he's touring and promoting a new album, Dead Man's Melodies. ... Read More

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Sherry Ryan’s Wreckhouse “A Soundtrack to Life’s Heartaches and Hurrahs”

Sandy MayApril 19, 2018

Mark your calendars: Sherry Ryan will be releasing her newest album, Wreckhouse, at The Ship Pub on April 27th.... Read More

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What's Up, St. John's?

Speak Your Mind, See What's Up ... and Where to Eat

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Beatrice Hunter on Her FemFest NL Speech

Eva CrockerAugust 9, 2017

We spoke to Hunter about her upcoming FemFest NL speech and the Labrador Land Protectors’ most pressing concerns.... Read More

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Frank Coleman Ends His Road to Premiership

TheOvercastJune 16, 2014

After months of criticism about his un-contested road to premiership, Frank Coleman announced today he'll not continue onwards to becoming our 12th premier.... Read More

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