By Dillon Collins Wind, rain, sun and snow, for over a decade, Eddie Sheerr has been the man of the hour when it comes to Newfoundland and Labrador’s weather. The longtime Chief Meteorologist and face of NTV’s weather coverage, Eddie stepped away from television, parting ways with the company this past summer. Though his followers…
By Mac Moss There it was again. A wispy, indistinct form flitting through the trees above him, just at the edge of his vision. He stopped, and without turning his head, backed up several steps and quickly turned his head in the direction of the apparition. But it was gone. He ran forward for five…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – it’s the 33rd annual Christmas at the Glacier! Bring your list and check it twice, to the largest event of its type in the province, with almost 200 crafters and artisans. The kick-off to the season, an extravaganza of gift giving and personal shopping, with something…
By Dennis Flynn Facts and Folklore Behind Harbingers of Impending Bad Weather in Rural NL The rubber-clad zodiac inflatable boat glides over the glass-clear waters of Conception Bay. It’s a somnolent Sunday afternoon near the southwestern edge of Little Bell Island. The distant fog-shrouded plateaus of Kelly’s Island resemble a great pirate ship looming out…
Every year, Downhome celebrates the pets who’ve stolen your hearts – and maybe a few socks along the way. For our annual Pet of the Year contest, you sent in stories of friendship, courage and unconditional love. From brave rescues to loyal sidekicks, your submissions were filled with touching, funny and downright adorable stories that…
Fans Pack Churchill Park for Four Thrilling Days of Music Thousands of music lovers flocked to Churchill Park in St. John’s for the fourth annual Churchill Park Music Festival, which boasted some of the biggest names across multiple genres from July 25-29. The four-day spectacle kicked off with a headlining set from glam rock superstars…
By Cassandra Filice Among our iconic Newfoundland and Labrador commercials, few scenes are as memorable as colourful laundry blowing in the saltwater breeze. Clotheslines are a quintessential element of our provincial brand. Sure, we love a cute goat crossing a finish line, and the quality of our fiddle music can’t be denied, but clotheslines have…
The biggest Canada Games in history touch down in Newfoundland this August. For the first time in nearly five decades, the Canada Summer Games are coming to Newfoundland and Labrador. The province first played host to the games in 1977 in St. John’s, with Corner Brook hosting the winter games 22 years later in 1999….
How one group of California rockers fell in love with Newfoundland and Labrador The binding power of music cannot be understated. Just this summer alone, throngs of visitors will flock to our shores for communal sonic experiences. From the Churchill Park Music Festival, to Iceberg Alley, the 40th annual George Street Festival, and the final…
By Nicola Ryan On May 8, 2025, at the 37th East Coast Music Awards Gala, one of Newfoundland and Labrador’s most beloved ballads, “Let Me Fish Off Cape St. Mary’s”, was officially inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. The Irish Descendants performed the evocatively beautiful song during the ceremony, honouring the man behind…
