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2019 | July 28 – August 3

Posted on July 28, 2019
By Herald Staff
on July | Fourth Week

Jim Furlong: The Path of Resistance

Posted on July 26, 2019
By Jim Furlong
on From The Archives, Staff Blog, Web Exclusives

My mom used to use the lovely expression “too foolish to talk about”. Sometimes in the middle of expressing opinions about what radio commentator John Nesbitt used to call “the passing parade” something jumps out at me that needs to be referenced as more than a difference of opinion. Something

Allagash Drop Cryptic Visions this Friday

Posted on July 25, 2019
By Herald Staff
on Entertainment, From The Archives, Local, Music, Q&A, Web Exclusives

Local metallers Allagash are set to drop their new album Cryptic Visions on July 26th at Bar None in St. John’s. Guests include fellow shredders Emblem and Dark Era.
We caught up with the band ahead of the showcase to discuss the new album, lineup shakeups and keeping an eye

NL’s Mark Ballard Conquers Everest

Posted on July 25, 2019
By Herald Staff
on From The Archives, Inspirational, Local, Sports, Web Exclusives

Newfoundland’s own Mark Ballard becomes the latest proud island sun to summit Mount Everest, in a season of crowded climbing and tragic loss of life
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At over 29,000 feet, Mount Everest is the highest mountain on earth and the granddaddy of them all for adventurers and mountaineers looking for

Sowing the Seeds of Success

Posted on July 25, 2019
By Herald Staff
on From The Archives, Inspirational, Local, Made Right Here, Web Exclusives

The Autism Society of Newfoundland and Labrador’s sow & grow program is the latest transitions initiative to help those on the spectrum develop confidence & skills in the workforce
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For those on the autism spectrum, taking the plunge to integrate into the workforce can be a daunting task. The

Pam Pardy Ghent: It’s A Dog’s Life

Posted on July 24, 2019
By Herald Staff
on From The Archives, Staff Blog, Web Exclusives

It’s hard not to love our own, and that includes this province’s special dog breeds. From the furry and heroic Newfoundland to the friendly companion to all, the Labrador Retriever, what’s not to love and be proud of?
Whenever we are out and about, it’s natural to gravitate towards one

709 Roller Derby

Posted on July 24, 2019
By Herald Staff
on Entertainment, From The Archives, Local, Sports, Web Exclusives

The 2019 season of lady’s roller derby kicked off to an exciting start in early June. The two opposing teams from 709 Roller Derby, The Vixens and The Neversweets, went head to head for the first time this year and the energy was palpable.
‘Go G.I. Jodie!’
For those that

Andy Irvine returns to NL

Posted on July 24, 2019
By Herald Staff
on Entertainment, From The Archives, Local, Music, Web Exclusives

For over 50 years Andy Irvine has been at the forefront of traditional Irish music, both as a solo artist and as a founding member of acclaimed bands Sweeney’s Men, Planxty and Patrick Street. He has been a major influence on traditional musicians the world over and in 2018 received

Food Truck’n with Johnny & Mae’s

Posted on July 23, 2019
By Herald Staff
on Food & Drink, From The Archives, Local, Made Right Here, Web Exclusives

Husband and wife run epic eats on wheels, Johnny & Mae’s is leading the charge for the food truck craze in Newfoundland and Labrador
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It started with humble chip wagons. Delectable late night eats pumping out golden fried goodness to satisfy cravings brought on by the munchies or a

Tags: food, Johnny & Mae's

This Week In The Newfoundland Herald

Posted on July 20, 2019
By Herald Staff
on From The Archives, Video, Web Exclusives

Its all about puppy love as we honour The Newfoundland Dog, on stands now! Plus, we look ahead to 35 years of the George Street Festival and the annual Royal St. John’s Regatta