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ARTS | St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival 2021

Posted on October 14, 2021
By Dillon Collins
on Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Film, From The Archives, Inspirational, Local, Web Exclusives

The St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival returns with an inclusive and diverse lineup that greatly represents our impeccable local industry and beyond
Following a successful 2020 installment that saw the celebrated, three-decade-plus festival go virtual, the St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival (SJIWFF) – Canada’s longest-running women’s film festival since

Tags: film, independent, local, Movies, Newfoundland, SJIWFF, St. John's, St. John's International Women's Film Festival, Women

NEWS | Mile One Centre to Become Mary Brown’s Centre

Posted on October 14, 2021
By Dillon Collins
on Business, From The Archives, Local, News, Web Exclusives

Mile One Centre will soon be rebranded as Mary Brown’s Centre! Below is the official press release released to the media this morning:
Seeing the name Mary Brown in lights is a familiar sight across Newfoundland & Labrador, but soon, it will be on a much larger scale. Mary Brown’s

Tags: arena, Mary Brown's, Mile One Centre, Newfoundland, News, St. John's

TRAVEL & LEISURE | The Tip of The Iceberg Part 1

Posted on September 15, 2021
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
on From The Archives, Travel & Leisure, Web Exclusives

Iceberg Quest ocean tours offer memories that will last a lifetime and Captain Barry Rogers thrills at sharing the wonder with sailors of all ages

On a beautiful day in downtown St. John’s, Kat Barr warmly welcomed anyone strolling by Iceberg Quest’s waterfront booth. Glen Boland, energetic

Tags: Boat Tours, Cape of Hope, Cape Spear, Iceberg Quest, St. John's, wildlife

EVENTS | Join Pam Pardy, Down From Dublin & More at Kitchen Party at The Beach

Posted on August 15, 2021
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
on Events, From The Archives, Web Exclusives

Hosted by The Herald’s Pam Pardy, it’s a kitchen party to remember in a year few can forget

The b’ys from Down From Dublin are excited, and few could blame them. As we fool around on the sand at Murray’s Beach in the Murray Premises as we take

Tags: Michael Chubbs, Murray's Beach, music, Nightlife, St. John's

ANNOUNCEMENTS | Arkells Heading to George Street Festival

Posted on August 10, 2021
By Dillon Collins
on From The Archives, Music, Web Exclusives

The George Street Association has announced Arkells have been added to the closing night line-up of the 36th Annual George Street Festival, 2021.

On Wednesday, September 1st, multiple Juno award-winning rock band, Arkells will close George Street Festival with special guest, Haviah Mighty. Tickets

Tags: Arkells, concert, festivals, George Street, George Street Festival, live music, music, Newfoundland, St. John's

DATING | Single Mingle: Offline Dating in St. John’s

Posted on July 26, 2021
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
on From The Archives, Local, Web Exclusives

Dating has changed. For men and women in their 40s and older, it’s a whole new world. One local woman uses her experiences to help others who are single mingle with class and fun

Violet Browne is every inch the hostess with the most-est as she greets

Tags: Dating, Gallery, St. John's

What’s Happening With George?

Posted on June 23, 2021
By Michael Chubbs
on Arts & Culture, Business, From The Archives, Web Exclusives

George Street Association announces the Summer of George Street campaign

The George Street Association — the local organization of establishment owners in the capital city’s historic entertainment hub — announced the official details of the Summer of George campaign, which includes exciting, prize-laden events.
Supported by the City of

Tags: Chris Andrews, Colin Hollet, Drag, events, George Street, Sam Picco, Shanneyganock, St. John's

Eastduck Adventures, Episode 2: Bannerman

Posted on June 21, 2021
By Michael Chubbs
on Food & Drink, From The Archives, Web Exclusives

In part two of Eastduck Adventures, The Herald checks out Bannerman Brewing Co., one of the major players in this province’s craft beer movement
Downtown St. John’s has changed in the past few years, and thanks to a group of young entrepreneurs, the East end of Duckworth has been given

Tags: Bannerman Brewing Company, Coffee, Craft beer, Eastduck, St. John's

MVP Modern Barbers: Chasing Dreams During a Pandemic

Posted on June 8, 2021
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
on Business, From The Archives, Local, Web Exclusives

Opening your business during the pandemic comes with its own challenges, but Colin Hodder — Owner/Director of MVP Modern Barbers, St. John’s — isn’t letting them get in his way.

Colin Hodder, Owner/Director of MVP Modern Barbers in St. John’s, says he’s ready and eager for the big day.

Tags: COVID-19, Modern Barbers, MVP, News, Small Business, St. John's

Accordion According to Paul Hamilton

Posted on May 25, 2021
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
on Arts & Culture, Entertainment, From The Archives, Local, Music, Web Exclusives

When you learn to play accordion from ‘His Nibs, Harry Hibbs’ himself, you know your way around a jig or two. Meet Paul Hamilton

When The Herald spoke to Paul Hamilton it was a Saturday morning and there was a pot of jiggs bubbling on the stove. Company was

Tags: Alick Tsui, arts, Bud Davidge, culture, folk music, Hamilton Sound, Harry Hibbs, music, Newfoundland, NL, NLMusic, Paul Hamilton, photography, St. John's, Ted Doyle