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2018 | December 16-22 Entertainers of the Year

Posted on December 16, 2018
By Margaret
on December | Fourth Week

Jim Furlong: Let There Be Lights

Posted on December 16, 2018
By Jim Furlong
on From The Archives, Staff Blog, Web Exclusives

In my world it is never too early to put up the Christmas lights. The 25th of November was my day. It has been a part of Christmas for me for seven decades.
When my brother John and I were growing up Christmas began, not with Advent or by any

Pam Pardy-Ghent: Pot Marks the Spot

Posted on December 15, 2018
By Herald Staff
on Column, From The Archives, Web Exclusives

Of my peer group, my mothering situation is a tad unique. Now barreling with a vengeance towards 50, I have a 21-year-old son who still mostly hangs his hat at home and a 10-year-old daughter who – despite the fact that she often feels otherwise – is a long way

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Brian Callahan on Writing ‘The Mental’

Posted on December 14, 2018
By Herald Staff
on Books, From The Archives, Local, Web Exclusives

A new novel by Brian Callahan utilizes humour and sensitivity to bravely tackle the harsh realities of mental illness
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Knowing the very talented Brian Callahan as a gifted journalist, it’s easy for excitement to build while cradling his first novel, Growing up Next to the Mental. Great expectations, as

Made Right Here: Chatters Salon & Spa

Posted on December 13, 2018
By Herald Staff
on From The Archives, Local, Made Right Here, Web Exclusives

When body and soul needs attention, a day at the spa can always hit the spot
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Even though Christmas may be the most wonderful time of the year, all the hustle and bustle that comes with it can weigh heavy on the mind, body and soul.
Pre-holiday TLC
While there’s

50 Years of Newfoundland Writers Guild

Posted on December 12, 2018
By Herald Staff
on Books, From The Archives, Local, Web Exclusives

The Newfoundland Writers Guild celebrates their 50th anniversary in this in-depth feature
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During a reception at Government House on Oct. 16 to celebrate the Newfoundland Writers Guild’s 50th Anniversary, Lt.-Gov. Judy Foote congratulated members on their writing accomplishments.
Veteran Writers
“I’m an avid reader and many of you here I

Bud Davidge: A Christmas Gift of Freedom

Posted on December 12, 2018
By Herald Staff
on From The Archives, Local, Music, Web Exclusives

Legendary musician Bud Davidge offers up a new collection of holiday tracks with heart in A Christmas Gift of Freedom
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Christmas is a time for reflection, a time for food, family, and of course, music and friends. Few know that as well as Bud Davidge.
The Mummers Song
The

Music Spotlight: Mark Hiscock

Posted on December 11, 2018
By Herald Staff
on Entertainment, From The Archives, Local, Music, Web Exclusives

Nearing the 25th anniversary of Shanneyganock, Mark Hiscock flexes his solo muscles on his long-awaited album The Old Fishing Schooner
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Fans of Newfoundland and Labrador traditional music are uniquely acquainted with Mark Hiscock. His welcoming tone, pleasant demeanor and mastery of the accordion through his work with island staple

Artist Spotlight: Daniel Anstey

Posted on December 10, 2018
By Herald Staff
on Art, From The Archives, Local, Web Exclusives

When you feel the tug of your life’s calling, some ignore the pull, while others choose to take the road less travelled, enjoying – and capturing – the scenery and the beauty along the way
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While Daniel Anstey may make his home in St. John’s these days, there’s

Jim Furlong: Going Down The Road

Posted on December 9, 2018
By Jim Furlong
on From The Archives, Local, Staff Blog, Web Exclusives

St. John’s is not like the rest of the province. You get a different view from here on various issues. We are city boys. The term my grandmother, who was from Bay Bulls, used for people from the capital was “corner boys” or sometimes, less kindly, “dirty auld St. Johns