The Best of The St. John's Morning Show
While you've been sleeping, the world has changed. The Morning Show tells you how. We bring you the latest news; the stories that matter most, and the information you need.
Nov. 20, 2009__Marine Atlantic AG Report
Canada's Auditor General is in our corner when it comes to the level of service offered by Marine Atlantic. Sheila Fraser has just released a scathing report... and we get reaction from the province's minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Clyde Jackman)
Right click to Download Nov. 20, 2009__Marine Atlantic AG Report
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Nov. 20, 2009__Bell Island assault
We get the latest from the RCMP on a Bell Island woman who was punched in the face when she opened her door to a stranger.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Corporal Trevor O'Keefe)
Right click to Download Nov. 20, 2009__Bell Island assault
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Nov. 20, 2009__Political Panel
Two former federal cabinet ministers join us to talk about how the province is handling everything... from hydro to H1N1.
(Jeff Gilhooly with John Efford and Loyola Hearn)
Right click to Download Nov. 20, 2009__Political Panel
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Nov. 20, 2009__Food Bank use
The number of people using food banks is going up right across the country. We get the local stats from the executive director of Food Banks Canada.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Catherine Schmidt)
Right click to Download Nov. 20, 2009__Food Bank use
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Nov. 20, 2009__Hot NL real estate
Bucking the national trend: Housing prices in St. John's area are going up, uP, UP... with no signs of slowing. We talk with a senior market analyst with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation in St. John's.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Chris Janes)
Right click to Download Nov. 20, 2009__Hot NL real estate
[mp3 file: runs 5:55]
Nov. 20, 2009__Fort McMurray shelter
We hear a love-hate story of working among the homeless in Fort McMurray... and the toll it's taken on a Newfoundland couple.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Freeman and Glenda Cull)
Right click to Download Nov. 20, 2009__Fort McMurray shelter
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Nov. 19, 2009__H1N1 second vaccinations
H1N1 Round Two: Will children need a second flu shot? We find out the latest from the province's chief medical officer of health.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Faith Stratton)
Right click to Download Nov. 19, 2009__H1N1 second vaccinations
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Nov. 19, 2009__Helicopter Inquiry
Suits that didn't fit; No underwater breathing apparatuses. The CBC reporter who's been covering the Offshore Helicopter Safety Inquiry drops by the studio to fill us in on what unfolded this week.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Todd O'Brien)
Right click to Download Nov. 19, 2009__Helicopter Inquiry
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Nov. 19, 2009__New president for Memorial
A man from the Prairies is MUN's new president. The chair of Memorial's Board of Regents visits our studio to tell us all about him.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Bob Simmonds)
Right click to Download Nov. 19, 2009__New president for Memorial
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Nov. 19, 2009__SAR chopper pilots shortage
Some early retirements have left the Search and Rescue squadron in Gander looking for a few good helicopter pilots. We speak with the commander of 103 Squadron.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Major Stephen Reid)
Right click to Download Nov. 19, 2009__SAR chopper pilots shortage
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Nov. 19, 2009__Team Gushue Highway
It looks as though St. John's mayor Dennis O'Keefe's threat of a toll booth on the Team Gushue Highway for Mount Pearl residents may not have any teeth. Our morning news editor drops down to the studio to fill us in on why not. Then, we speak about the issue with the St. John's councillor who was against the idea of toll booths on the highway in the first place.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Jon Soper; Jeff Gilhooly with Debbie Hanlon)
Right click to Download Nov. 19, 2009__Team Gushue Highway
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Nov. 18, 2009__Child protection head truama
Both provincial opposition parties are calling on government to investigate a Child, Youth and Family Services case involving accusations of abusive head trauma to a child. The CBC's Chris O'Neill-Yates has been looking into the story and dropped by the studio with details.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Chris O'Neill-Yates)
Right click to Download Nov. 18, 2009__Child protection head truama
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Nov. 18, 2009__Survival suits breathing equipment
It took nine years to get breathing equipment attached to helicopter survival suits... and unfortunately it didn't happen until after the tragic Cougar helicopter crash. We talk to a medical expert about the breathing devices now in use... and how they can help the chances of survival in a crash at sea.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Ken Ledez)
Right click to Download Nov. 18, 2009__Survival suits breathing equipment
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Nov. 18, 2009__New Year's Eve fireworks
New Year's Eve festivities for St. John's were moved from the harbour to Quidi Vidi Lake last year. The move didn't go over well with some... including councillor Sandy Hickman. We ask him what's up for this year's celebration.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Sandy Hickman)
Right click to Download Nov. 18, 2009__New Year's Eve fireworks
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Nov. 18, 2009__Pleasantville building mould
We get the low-down from the acting minister of Transportation and Works on the government building in Pleasantville that has mould in it.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Tom Marshall)
Right click to Download Nov. 18, 2009__Pleasantville building mould
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Nov. 18, 2009__Downtown parking study suspicions
A long-time heritage advocate who's suspicious of the new downtown parking report for St. John's outlines his concerns.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Shane O'Dea)
Right click to Download Nov. 18, 2009__Downtown parking study suspicions
[mp3 file: runs 6:05]
Nov. 18, 2009__Topsail's (old) Anglican church
On the heels of the story we featured Tuesday about saving the Anglican Church in St. Philip's, we find out how another nearby community was able to save its old church building from the wrecking ball.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Howard Brown)
Right click to Download Nov. 18, 2009__Topsail's (old) Anglican church
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Nov. 17, 2009__Saving the "church by the sea"
Can an old church in St. Philip's be saved... or is it doomed to deteriorate? We speak with the head of the "Church by the Sea" committee.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Stephen Sharpe)
Right click to Download Nov. 17, 2009__Saving the "church by the sea"
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Nov. 17, 2009__"2degreesC" at the Geo Centre
We meet climate change crusader David Noble - the Canadian founder of the group "2degreesC" - who's in town to give a talk on climate change... and to speak with our environment minister.
(Jeff Gilhooly with David Noble)
Right click to Download Nov. 17, 2009__"2degreesC" at the Geo Centre
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Nov. 17, 2009__H1N1 vaccinations
For days, Health minister Jerome Kennedy has been asking for a public explanation from Eastern Health on why inmates at Her Majesty's Penitentiary were vaccinated before sick children and other high-risk people. We put that question - and others - to the CEO of Eastern Health who joined us live in the studio.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Vickie Kaminski)
Right click to Download Nov. 17, 2009__H1N1 vaccinations
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Nov. 17, 2009__Team Gushue Highway and Mount Pearl
The mayor of Mount Pearl responds to St. John's mayor Dennis O'Keefe's call for a toll booth on the Team Gushue Highway - or amalgamation.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Randy Simms)
Right click to Download Nov. 17, 2009__Team Gushue Highway and Mount Pearl
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Nov. 17, 2009__NLTA Christmas Suite cancelled
The school rules to prevent the spread of H1N1 cancels a 30-year-old Christmas concert tradition in St. John's. We get details from the organizer of the NLTA Christmas Suite.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Krista Croke)
Right click to Download Nov. 17, 2009__NLTA Christmas Suite cancelled
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Nov. 17, 2009__New CD by "Ennis"
Sisters and bandmates Maureen and Karen Ennis join us live in the studio to talk about "Lessons Learned" - the brand new CD the girls are launching today.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Maureen and Karen Ennis)
Right click to Download Nov. 17, 2009__New CD by "Ennis"
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Nov. 16, 2009__H1N1 "Good Neighbour" agreement
Health care unions and the province have come up with an agreement to deal with the H1N1 pandemic. We hear from the leader of the province's largest public sector union - NAPE.
(Jeff Gihooly with Carol Furlong)
Right click to Download Nov. 16, 2009__H1N1 "Good Neighbour" agreement
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Nov. 16, 2009__Curbside Recycling gets nearer
We get details on the curbside recycling program for St. John's when our roving reporter meets the manager of Waste Management at the regional waste facility at Robin Hood Bay.
(Cecil Haire with Jason Sinyard)
Right click to Download Nov. 16, 2009__Curbside Recycling gets nearer
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Nov. 16, 2009__Downtown parking study
There's been lots of reaction to the parking study released last week which was commissioned by the Downtown Development Commission and the City of St. John's. We hear from a couple of callers to our Morning Line, and then we speak with the chair of the DDC.
(Morning Line callers; Jeff Gilhooly with John McCarthy)
Right click to Download Nov. 16, 2009__Downtown parking study
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Nov. 16, 2009__Team Gushue Highway and Mount Pearl
There's a wide gulf between the cities of St. John's and Mount Pearl regarding who should pay for the costs of operating and maintaining the Team Gushue Highway. We get the story from one side of that highway with the mayor of St. John's.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dennis O'Keefe)
Right click to Download Nov. 16, 2009__Team Gushue Highway and Mount Pearl
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Nov. 13, 2009__"Go Green and Gorgeous"
Two Foxtrap schools have entered a national contest to clean up their schoolyards. We get details from a Grade 12 student at Queen Elizabeth High.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Jamie Sweetland)
Right click to Download Nov. 13, 2009__"Go Green and Gorgeous"
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Nov. 13, 2009__Court security
The CBC has obtained a confidential report on court security. We have a look at it - including reaction from the provincial Crown Attorney's Association and the Justice minister.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Here & Now's Glenn Payette)
Right click to Download Nov. 13, 2009__Court security
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Nov. 13, 2009__Rusted Lecture: Nature and medicine
He started out studying magic and the natural sciences. Now, he's a leading authority on 20th century medicine and culture. We meet the man who's in town to deliver the annual Dr. Nigel Rusted lecture.
(Jeff Gilhooly with professor Bert Hansen)
Right click to Download Nov. 13, 2009__Rusted Lecture: Nature and medicine
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Nov. 12, 2009__Downtown parking meeting and reaction
A new parking strategy for downtown St. John's calls for major change. We hear some of what was said at a public meeting where it was unveiled... and then the owner of a Water Street business speaks with us about problems she has with the new strategy.
(Meeting participants; Jeff Gilhooly with Mary Andrews of "Details and Designs")
Right click to Download Nov. 12, 2009__Downtown parking meeting and reaction
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Nov. 12, 2009__Music NL Awards
Three days and nights of local music. Our Arts producer gives us a glimpse into the Music NL weekend coming up in St. John's.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Suzanne Woolridge)
Right click to Download Nov. 12, 2009__Music NL Awards
[mp3 file: runs 5:36]
Nov. 11, 2009__Buchans blood tests
The results of blood tests for residents of Buchans to check for high levels of lead and other heavy metals are coming back... with mixed results. We hear from a Buchans resident as well as the town's mayor.
(Reporter David Zelcer with Geraldine Purchase and mayor Derm Corbett)
Right click to Download Nov. 11, 2009__Buchans blood tests
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Nov. 11, 2009__Breaking the Silence
What happens when our efforts to remember war - its heroics and its horror - are stifled by veterans' reluctance to talk ? We learn how one man has managed to win the hearts of Canadian veterans... and got them to share their stories.
(Jeff Gilhooly with author Ted Barris)
Right click to Download Nov. 11, 2009__Breaking the Silence
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Nov. 11, 2009__Sergeant Gander: A Canadian Hero
A Newfoundland dog managed to win the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross during World War Two. The dog's name was Sergeant Gander... and we speak with the author of a new book about him.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Robyn Walker)
Right click to Download Nov. 11, 2009__Sergeant Gander: A Canadian Hero
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Nov. 11, 2009__Medal detector
We meet a man who has dedicated his time and money to returning lost war medals to the families of the soldiers who earned them.
(Reporter Leigh Anne Power with Dave Thompson)
Right click to Download Nov. 11, 2009__Medal detector
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Nov. 10, 2009__Sacrifice Medal
A brand new medal was awarded in Ottawa yesterday. We reach the director of honors and recognition for National Defence find out why the country needed the Sacrifice Medal. Then, we speak with a soldier from Mount Pearl who's just returned from Ottawa after receiving the Sacrifice Medal for his work in Afghanistan.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Andre Levesque; Jeff Gilhooly with Sgt. John Sloan)
Right click to Download Nov. 10, 2009__Sacrifice Medal
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Nov. 10, 2009__H1N1 update
Five people from this province are dead because of the H1N1 virus. We talk to the province's chief medical officer of health about the latest deaths and how H1N1 compares to the regular seasonal flu.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Faith Stratton)
Right click to Download Nov. 10, 2009__H1N1 update
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Nov. 10, 2009__H1N1 and "The Poppy and the Caribou"
The cancellation of school trips keeps many local war heroes off the walls of the Kelligrews Legion. We get the details from the organizer of "The Poppy and The Caribou Exhibit of Remembrance."
(Jeff Gilhooly with Alistair Rice)
Right click to Download Nov. 10, 2009__H1N1 and "The Poppy and the Caribou"
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Nov. 10, 2009__Memorial University parking lot
The site of what was supposed to be a new residence at MUN has been turned into a parking lot. Our roving reporter parked his vehicle alongside a member of Memorial's communications department.
(Cecil Haire with Ivan Muzychka)
Right click to Download Nov. 10, 2009__Memorial University parking lot
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Nov. 10, 2009__Royal Newfoundland Regiment
Tomorrow (Wednesday, November 11th) is Remembrance Day... and in light of that we wanted to talk about Newfoundland's involvement in the wars. We do it through the lens of Anthony McAllister, the regimental historian of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Anthony McAllister)
Right click to Download Nov. 10, 2009__Royal Newfoundland Regiment
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Nov. 09, 2009__Election tie-breaking decision
We find out what happened this past weekend at the Municipalities NL annual convention in Gander - where one of the issues to be voted on was a resolution to get rid of the tie-breaking draw in municipal elections. We speak with the organization's newly-elected president.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Harry Hallett)
Right click to Download Nov. 09, 2009__Election tie-breaking decision
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Nov. 09, 2009__H1N1 updates
The provincial health minister took issue with the federal government and the country's top public health officer over their handling of the H1N1 vaccination process. We hear his update from Sunday, following which we get the latest from the medical officer of health for Eastern health on the Avalon, Bonavista and Burin Peninsulas.
(Jerome Kennedy; Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. David Allison)
Right click to Download Nov. 09, 2009__H1N1 updates
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Nov. 09, 2009__Behind the scenes of the Republic
"Republic of Doyle" is CBC's new one-hour series that hits your television screen in January. It's a dramatic, often comical look into the lives of a father-and-son team of private detectives based in St. John's. It's been shooting in and around the capital city since July. Our arts producer joins us with a look behind the scenes.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Suzanne Woolridge)
Right click to Download Nov. 09, 2009__Behind the scenes of the Republic
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Nov. 09, 2009__Olympic torch to Victoria, NL
Taking the Olympic torch that extra mile! A councillor in Victoria, BC (behind Carbonear) has a beef with the Olympic Torch committee.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Robert Clarke)
Right click to Download Nov. 09, 2009__Olympic torch to Victoria, NL
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Nov. 09, 2009__Ambulance services pulled
Private ambulance operators have pulled their services across the province. We speak with the president of the Private Ambulance Operators executive board.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Bob Patten)
Right click to Download Nov. 09, 2009__Ambulance services pulled
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Nov. 06, 2009__Dr. Ledez
Robert Decker told an incredible story of survival when he spoke before the Inquiry into Offshore Safety yesterday.
His physical injuries from the crash alone were extensive.
The sheer physical feat of surviving all that seems almost unbelievable. But Robert Decker somehow DID survive.
Dr. Ken Ledez anaesthesiolgist and a specialist in diving and hyperbaric medicine.
He's on the line now.
Right click to Download Nov. 06, 2009__Dr. Ledez
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Nov. 05, 2009__Medical history
The Black Death in the 14th century - the Spanish Flu in 1918... mankind has sure had its share of pandemics. Tens of millions of people died during those outbreaks. We were wondering where swine flu or H1N1 fits in. We wanted to put it in some perspective so we invited Jim Connor into the studio. He's a professor specializing in the history of medicine at Memorial University.
Right click to Download Nov. 05, 2009__Medical history
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Nov. 05, 2009__School vaccines
There could be a few tears at some primary schools today. But oddly enough - that's a good thing. The H1N1 vaccine is set to go into schools today. Kingerdarten to Grade 3 students are the first in line. Ford Rice is the director of education with the Eastern School District. He joins us on the line now.
Right click to Download Nov. 05, 2009__School vaccines
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Nov. 04, 2009__Royal Bus Ride
People in Cupids and Brigus rose above yesterday's chilly weather to get their own personal glimpses of the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall. Two bus loads of reporters from both sides of the pond were there too, including CBC producer Suzanne Woolridge.
Right click to Download Nov. 04, 2009__Royal Bus Ride
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Nov. 04, 2009__Booze Seadoo
Be it rowboats, dories or speedboats. People smuggling booze from St. Pierre and Miquelon have used every type of vessel there is to stay ahead of the police.
The most recent device being used? The Sea-Doo.
Constable Phonce Foley is with the RCMP's customs and exise unit in Burin. He joins us on the line now.
Right click to Download Nov. 04, 2009__Booze Seadoo
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Nov. 03, 2009__H1N1 update and doctors in clinics
The province's Health Minister and Chief Medical Officer of Health held their daily H1N1 influenza update Monday afternoon. We listen to that... and then we speak with the past-president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association about her surprise that - despite the demand for the vaccine - medical officials have not taken doctors up on the offer of assistance at the clinics.
(Jerome Kennedy and Dr. Faith Stratton; Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Lydia Hatcher)
Right click to Download Nov. 03, 2009__H1N1 update and doctors in clinics
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Nov. 03, 2009__H1N1 vaccine and transplant patients
A man from Carbonear says his wife needs the H1N1 vaccine, but can't get it. We hear their story - and then we go to Eastern Health's Medical Officer of Health to discuss that and other issues - including the hard decisions that have to be made with the vaccine about to run out in the St. John's area and the new supply expected to be limited.
(Jeff Gilhooly with George Parsons; Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. David Allison)
Right click to Download Nov. 03, 2009__H1N1 vaccine and transplant patients
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Nov. 03, 2009__MHA Salaries
We speak with a Liberal MHA and member of the House of Assembly Management Commission to discuss the proposed cut and freeze to MHA's pay.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Kelvin Parsons)
Right click to Download Nov. 03, 2009__MHA Salaries
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Nov. 03, 2009__The Royals at Mile One
It was a royal welcome at Mile One! Our Arts producer brings us the highlights and reaction to the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall's first public event on our shores.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Suzanne Woolridge)
Right click to Download Nov. 03, 2009__The Royals at Mile One
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Nov. 03, 2009__Cupids Royal Visit
Prince Charles will unveil a plaque this mornng in Cupids - and believe it or not... it was paid for by the same group that paid for John Guy's and John Cabot's trips to Newfoundland. We speak with a member of the "Society of Merchant Venturers of the City of Bristol."
(Jeff Gilhooly with Trevor Smallwood)
Right click to Download Nov. 03, 2009__Cupids Royal Visit
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Nov. 02, 2009__Swine flu weekend
It was a weekend full of injections and rejections... and sadly also marked by the province's first swine flu-related death. Morning Show contributor Brian Callahan drops by with a wrap of the weekend's H1N1 coverage.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Brian Callahan)
Right click to Download Nov. 02, 2009__Swine flu weekend
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Nov. 02, 2009__H1N1 update
We hear the province-wide update on the H1N1 outbreak from the provincial Health Minister and the province's Chief Medical Officer of Health from a news conference held Sunday afternoon. Following that, we check in with the Medical Officer of Health for the St. John's region for an update on what's happening in our area.
(Jerome Kennedy and Dr. Faith Stratton; Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. David Allison)
Right click to Download Nov. 02, 2009__H1N1 update
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Oct. 30, 2009__Ten countries in ten days
A CBC St. John's cameraman is getting ready for an interesting assignment for Hockey Night in Canada.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Keith Whelan and HNIC's P.J. Stock)
Right click to Download Oct. 30, 2009__Ten countries in ten days
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Oct. 30, 2009__Dr. David Allison
As of yesterday there were 82 new confirmed cases of swine flu in the province. Twenty-six people had been hospitalized over a 24 hour period for a severe respiratory illness. As of yesterday afternoon three of those people were in intensive care units in stable condition.
Dr. David Allison is the medical officer of health for eastern health.
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Oct. 30, 2009__NB Power and Hydro Quebec
They've sealed the deal. As anticipated yesterday Quebec Premier Jean Charest and New Brunswick premier Shawn Graham signed a memorandum of understanding that would see most of NB Power sold to Hydro Quebec. It's a deal that has received a lot of criticism from our premier Danny Williams.
Jack Keir is New Brunswick's energy minister. He's on the line now.
Right click to Download Oct. 30, 2009__NB Power and Hydro Quebec
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Oct. 30, 2009__Jim Feehan
Danny Williams says it would make Quebec gatekeeper of both possible routes to transmit Lower Churchill power to the lucrative American market.
Williams is also warning that Hydro Quebec is interested in hydro in PEI and Nova Scotia - giving them control of energy and economic development in Atlantic Canada - and isolating this province.
Jim Feehan is a professor of Economics at Memorial University. He's on the line now.
Right click to Download Oct. 30, 2009__Jim Feehan
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Oct. 29, 2009__H1N1
Eastern Health has released a list of where people can get their vaccines. Twenty-seven locations have been identified for the entire eastern region, that includes the Avalon, Bonavista and Burin Peninsulas. We will hear from Dr. David Allison in a moment. But first, In less than an hour parents will protest in front of Fortune Bay Academy. They'll also keep their kids out of school all day. They're upset about the plan for their children to get the H-1-N-1 vaccine. Alice Parrott is on the line.
Right click to Download Oct. 29, 2009__H1N1
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Oct. 29, 2009__NB Power
The premier's of Quebec and New Brunswick are expected to announce today that Hydro Quebec has bought N-B Power. The Quebec government wouldn't confirm the deal yesterday, but Jean Charest's office did say he would be traveling to Fredericton today for an important announcement on energy. Rod Gillis is a lawyer and a critic of N-B Power's operations.
Right click to Download Oct. 29, 2009__NB Power
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Oct. 29, 2009__Altius Minerals
It's been a crazy few years for Altius Minerals. The company launched plans for a five-billion dollar oil refinery, sank millions of dollars in it, then had to drop it when investors bailed. On top of that, the company is tied up in court with two multi-million dollar lawsuits. Altius had its annual meeting yesterday, where it faced investors publicly for the first time since its fortunes took a turn for the worse. Nancy Walsh was there and joins us to tell us about it.
Right click to Download Oct. 29, 2009__Altius Minerals
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Oct. 28, 2009__H1N1 in schools
Hundreds of students were out of class Tuesday on the Burin Peninsula. Is it the H1N1 virus? Do other areas have lots of empty desks? We get the latest from the CEO and Director of Education of the Eastern School District.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ford Rice)
Right click to Download Oct. 28, 2009__H1N1 in schools
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Oct. 28, 2009__N.B. Power sale talk
Premier Danny Williams says all Canadians should be watching Quebec Hydro's power play in New Brunswick. We'll hear from a hydro watcher based in Montreal.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Pierre-Olivier Pineau)
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Oct. 28, 2009__H1N1 outbreak
With hundreds of children out of school on the Burin Peninsula, is there an outbreak of H1N1 flu in the area? We ask the Medical Officer of Health for Eastern Health.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr David Allison)
Right click to Download Oct. 28, 2009__H1N1 outbreak
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Oct. 28, 2009__H1N1 vaccine and pregnancy
The president of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada rolls out some H1N1 flu vaccine advice for pregnant women.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Michel Fortier)
Right click to Download Oct. 28, 2009__H1N1 vaccine and pregnancy
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Oct. 28, 2009__Straits-White Bay North byelection
The Conservatives lost their seat in the Straits-White Bay North byelection Tuesday night. We hear what the Premier had to say about that, we speak with the leader of the Liberals who picked up the seat, and we get analysis from a political scientist at Memorial University.
(Premier Danny Williams; Jeff Gilhooly with Yvonne Jones; Jeff Gilhooly with Michael Temelini)
Right click to Download Oct. 28, 2009__Straits-White Bay North byelection
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Oct. 28, 2009__Robin Hood Bay landfill changes
Our man-about-town drops by the Robin Hood Bay landfill and meets up with one of the people responsible for the new waste diversion plan just enacted there.
(Cecil Haire with Jason Synard)
Right click to Download Oct. 28, 2009__Robin Hood Bay landfill changes
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Oct. 27, 2009__Flu pandemic lessons
A Memorial University epidemiologist has been tracking flu bugs for decades. He talks about what's been learned from previous pandemics.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Roy West)
Right click to Download Oct. 27, 2009__Flu pandemic lessons
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Oct. 27, 2009__H1N1 impact
The province's chief medical officer of Health joins us with an update on the impact of the H1N1 virus in this province.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Faith Stratton)
Right click to Download Oct. 27, 2009__H1N1 impact
[mp3 file: runs 7:55]
Oct. 27, 2009__Cosmetic pesticide ban
A St. John's councillor-at-large tells us why she's urging the city to take another look at banning the cosmetic use of pesticides.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Sheilagh O'Leary)
Right click to Download Oct. 27, 2009__Cosmetic pesticide ban
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Oct. 27, 2009__Media Olympic torchbearers
The torch relay for the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Games is set to begin its cross-Canada journey. A sports writer with the Toronto Star talks with us about the already fiery debate over who gets to carry it.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Randy Starkman)
Right click to Download Oct. 27, 2009__Media Olympic torchbearers
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Oct. 26, 2009__Brian Callahan: Byelection commentary
Voters go to the polls Tuesday in the byelection for Straits-White Bay North. Our Morning Show commentator takes a look at how attempts to find savings in the health care system went off the rails.
(Commentator Brian Callahan)
Right click to Download Oct. 26, 2009__Brian Callahan: Byelection commentary
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Oct. 26, 2009__Flu vaccinations for healthcare workers
Clinics open today for Health Care workers in St. John's who want the H1N1 vaccination. We drop by a clinic to speak with the acting director of Occupational Health and Safety with Eastern Health. Then, we get some thoughts from healthcare workers at old-age complexes in St. John's. Finallly, we speak with a representative for NAPE - the union that represents many healthcare workers.
(Maggie Gillis with Sonya Stanford; Escasoni/Hoyles complex workers; Jeff Gilhooly with Bert Blundon)
Right click to Download Oct. 26, 2009__Flu vaccinations for healthcare workers
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Oct. 26, 2009__Fogo bird-hunters tragedy
Sunday was a terrible day in Fogo, as the bodies of two missing bird hunters were recovered that morning. We go to the town's mayor for his memories of Derek Godwin and Ralph Coles.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Andrew Shea)
Right click to Download Oct. 26, 2009__Fogo bird-hunters tragedy
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Oct. 26, 2009__The Scope on Bates Hill
Higher profile? Closer to all the action on George Street? We reach the co-owner and editor of "The Scope" newspaper to find out about its new storefront-to-be at the former Granny Bates Bookstore location.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Elling Lien)
Right click to Download Oct. 26, 2009__The Scope on Bates Hill
[mp3 file: runs 4:06]
Oct. 26, 2009__Limerick contest winners
Kids across the province write limericks. A audio-visual reference librarian for the provincial library board drops by to share some of the winning entries with us.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Jewel Cousens)
Right click to Download Oct. 26, 2009__Limerick contest winners
[mp3 file: runs 4:35]
Oct. 26, 2009__Jason Greeley's new CD
Jason Greeley has dedicated his new album to his Dad. We speak with him about the new album - including the song he wrote for his father - when Jason drops by our studio for a chat.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Jason Greeley)
Right click to Download Oct. 26, 2009__Jason Greeley's new CD
[mp3 file: runs 4:55]
Oct. 23, 2009__Flower's Cove lab and X-ray
Provincial Health minister Jerome Kennedy says Lab and X-Ray services are to remain in Flower's Cove. We hear reaction from the provincial Liberal Party leader - who's helping her candidate campaign in the byelection there.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Yvonne Jones)
Right click to Download Oct. 23, 2009__Flower's Cove lab and X-ray
[mp3 file: runs 4:54]
Oct. 23, 2009__NB Power for sale?
Hydro intrigue - New Brunswick-style. Will that province sell its power company to Hydro Quebec... and what doesn't our premier think of that? We pick up the story with the reporter at CBC New Brunswick who broke the story.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Robert Jones)
Right click to Download Oct. 23, 2009__NB Power for sale?
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Oct. 23, 2009__Heart health
When is too much enough? The sudden death of a rec hockey player in Mount Pearl this week has some wondering about their own cardio-fitness. We discuss heart health issues with a cardiologist wat Eastern Health.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Sean Connors)
Right click to Download Oct. 23, 2009__Heart health
[mp3 file: runs 5:52]
Oct. 23, 2009__Rick Hillier book launch
General Rick Hillier launches his new book in St. John's. Our arts producer takes us to Thursday night's event.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Suzanne Woolridge)
Right click to Download Oct. 23, 2009__Rick Hillier book launch
[mp3 file: runs 5:08]
Oct. 23, 2009__Holyrood school mould
Another school... another batch of mould. We get the latest on the school closure in Holyrood from the CEO and director of education for the Eastern School District.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ford Rice)
Right click to Download Oct. 23, 2009__Holyrood school mould
[mp3 file: runs 3:57]
Oct. 23, 2009__Titanic 100th anniversary cruise
A company in the United Kingdom wants to re-enact the voyage of the Titanic on the 100th anniversary. We speak with the managing director of the travel company behind the cruise.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Miles Morgan)
Right click to Download Oct. 23, 2009__Titanic 100th anniversary cruise
[mp3 file: runs 4:22]
Oct. 23, 2009__Royal Visit performers
We hear from two local performers who will entertain Charles and Camilla during their Royal Visit on November 2nd - one a member of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment Band who entertained Charles and Diana when they visited here in the 80's, and the other a young singer with Shallaway: Newfoundland and Labrador Youth in Chorus.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Captain Dave Smith and Philippa Gosine)
Right click to Download Oct. 23, 2009__Royal Visit performers
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Oct. 23, 2009__Stuart McLean's "Squid-Jigging Ground" contest
Well, the Vinyl Cafe's Stuart McLean may have a distinctive voice, but our contest to have you deliver lines from The Squid-Jigging Ground in the style of Stuart revealed lots of distinctive characters here. Thanks to all who contributed to the contest, and congratulations to the three winners who were chosen from the recycling bin. Now, here are the entries we received over the last couple of days.
(Twelve Morning Show listeners deliver the goods)
Right click to Download Oct. 23, 2009__Stuart McLean's "Squid-Jigging Ground" contest
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Oct. 22, 2009__Aging men hockey panel
Earlier this week, a man collapsed while playing hockey in Mount Pearl. We reconvene our hockey panel to discuss how older men can take care of themselves on the ice.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Tony Cuomo and Randy Piercey)
Right click to Download Oct. 22, 2009__Aging men hockey panel
[mp3 file: runs 8:21]
Oct. 22, 2009__Carribean chiropractor
A local chiropractor talks about his medical mission in the Dominican Republic with the not-for-profit group "Solid Rock."
(Jeff Gilhooly with Don Hodder)
Right click to Download Oct. 22, 2009__Carribean chiropractor
[mp3 file: runs 5:12]
Oct. 22, 2009__H1N1 vaccine rollout
The H1N1 vaccine program will be rolling out in this province starting next week. Who should get it, where and when? We get all the details from the provinces Chief Medical Officer of Health.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Faith Stratton)
Right click to Download Oct. 22, 2009__H1N1 vaccine rollout
[mp3 file: runs 8:40]
Oct. 22, 2009__Ireland school twinning
Schools in Ireland are being twinned with schools in Newfoundland. We make a call across the water to Waterford, Ireland and speak with a board member with Ireland-Newfoundland Connections Limited.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Eamonn Murphy)
Right click to Download Oct. 22, 2009__Ireland school twinning
[mp3 file: runs 6:33]
Oct. 22, 2009__Winter forecast
Environment Canada's senior climatologist gives us his predictions for this winter's weather for our province.
(Jeff Gilhooly with David Philips)
Right click to Download Oct. 22, 2009__Winter forecast
[mp3 file: runs 5:31]
Oct. 22, 2009__Purse-snatcher foiled
A St. John's woman fights back against a purse snatcher! We speak with her to find out what happened down on Water Street last week.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Colleen Dunn-Pickard)
Right click to Download Oct. 22, 2009__Purse-snatcher foiled
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Oct. 22, 2009__The Climb - Young Adult Cancer
Miley Cyrus... look out. Geoff Eaton, the founder of Real Time Cancer - now Young Adult Cancer Canada, has his own YouTube version of the pop star's hit "The Climb." And to get you in the right frame of mind, picture him wearing a long red wig, riding a pink tricyle and in parts sporting a crown.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Geoff Eaton)
Right click to Download Oct. 22, 2009__The Climb - Young Adult Cancer
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Oct. 21, 2009__Commentary: Helicopter safety inquiry
Our Morning Show commentator is watching the inquiry into offshore helicopter safety closely. Like many, he'd like to see a full airing of issues related to offshore helicopter safety. But... he believes there will be a gaping hole in the proceedings.
(Commentator Brian Callahan)
Right click to Download Oct. 21, 2009__Commentary: Helicopter safety inquiry
[mp3 file: runs 4:39]
Oct. 21, 2009__H1N1 and doctor's offices
A family doctor in Mount Pearl talks about what she's seeing in her office now that the second wave of H1N1 flu has hit the province.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Lydia Hatcher)
Right click to Download Oct. 21, 2009__H1N1 and doctor's offices
[mp3 file: runs 6:36]
Oct. 21, 2009__Moose hunt abandonment
Moose killed and left to rot in the woods is certainly a disturbing sight to come across. We speak with an RCMP sergeant with the Placentia/Whitbourne district to find out what's being done to try to put a stop to the practice.
(Jeff Gilhooly with sergeant Boyd Merrill)
Right click to Download Oct. 21, 2009__Moose hunt abandonment
[mp3 file: runs 7:07]
Oct. 21, 2009__Port Blandford mayor selection
The mayor of Port Blandford has written a note to everyone in his town regarding the outcome of the recent election there - specifically why he's sitting in the mayor's chair.
(Jeff Gilhooly with mayor Reginald Penney)
Right click to Download Oct. 21, 2009__Port Blandford mayor selection
[mp3 file: runs 5:50]
Oct. 21, 2009__Mummers Festival
A Mummers Festival in December! We get details from the Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador about the first public meeting next week to get the event rolling.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ryan Davis)
Right click to Download Oct. 21, 2009__Mummers Festival
[mp3 file: runs 5:13]
Oct. 20, 2009__H1N1 anti-viral medications
It looks as though the second wave of the H1N1 flu has arrived on the island portion of our province... so the Department of Health has cracked open their stockpile of anti-virals to combat it. We speak with Eastern Health's Medical Officer of Health to find out more about these anti-viral medications.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. David Allsion)
Right click to Download Oct. 20, 2009__H1N1 anti-viral medications
[mp3 file: runs 9:29]
Oct. 20, 2009__Women's Film Festival
The annual St. John's International Women's Film Festival marks 20 years! We get details from the festival's executive director.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Kelly Davis)
Right click to Download Oct. 20, 2009__Women's Film Festival
[mp3 file: runs 6:39]
Oct. 20, 2009__Halloween decorations 911
Life-like halloween decorations lead to a false alarm for emergency response people in St. John's. Our man-about-town has been looking into the incident.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Cecil Haire)
Right click to Download Oct. 20, 2009__Halloween decorations 911
[mp3 file: runs 3:45]
Oct. 20, 2009__Parental leave forum
Children or a career? Too many people have to make that choice - and there's a public forum tonight in St. John's which will attempt to address that dilemma. We talk with the president and CEO of the Provincial Advisory Council on the Status of Women - who will be one of the speakers at the forum.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Linda Ross)
Right click to Download Oct. 20, 2009__Parental leave forum
[mp3 file: runs 6:30]
Oct. 19, 2009__Offshore Helicopter Safety Inquiry
The inquiry into offshore helicopter safety established by the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board following the crash of Cougar Helicopters Flight 491 starts today. We talk to the retired judge who has been chosen as the inquiry's commissioner.
(Jeff Gilhooly with judge Robert Wells)
Right click to Download Oct. 19, 2009__Offshore Helicopter Safety Inquiry
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Oct. 19, 2009__Wild weather and flooding
We take some time to talk about the harsh weather this past Friday night/Saturday morning. Nancy and Jeff chat about what they saw. Then, we speak with a resident of Forest Avenue in Mount Pearl - where four pumps couldn't keep his basement from flooding. Finally, our man on the streets tells us what he's been seeing this morning.
(Jeff Gilhooly and Nancy Walsh; Jeff with Ted Kennedy of Mount Pearl; Jeff with Cecil Haire)
Right click to Download Oct. 19, 2009__Wild weather and flooding
[mp3 file: runs 7:19]
Oct. 19, 2009__Chemotherapy treatment mistakes
The acting director of community services with the Canadian Cancer Society drops by to give us her view on mistakes with chemotherapy treatment at Eastern Health.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Emma Housser)
Right click to Download Oct. 19, 2009__Chemotherapy treatment mistakes
[mp3 file: runs 3:32]
Oct. 19, 2009__Bell Island crime
Residents of Bell Island are taking action against crime... but are they going too far? One of our reporters got some reaction from a Bell Island resident and from the RCMP.
(Curtis Rumbolt with Eric Hiscock; Curtis with RCMP Corporal Trevor O'Keefe)
Right click to Download Oct. 19, 2009__Bell Island crime
[mp3 file: runs 7:42]
Oct. 19, 2009__The Navigators' new CD
The Navigators release their second album "Sea Miner" this week. We talk with a couple of the boys in the band!
(Jeff Gilhooly with Arthur O'Brien and Fred Jorgensen)
Right click to Download Oct. 19, 2009__The Navigators' new CD
[mp3 file: runs 7:39]
Oct. 19, 2009__Bishop's College art gallery
A St. John's High School immortalizes a popular art teacher. Our "man on the streets" bring us that story from Bishop's College.
(Cecil Haire with Sarah Feltham)
Right click to Download Oct. 19, 2009__Bishop's College art gallery
[mp3 file: runs 3:34]
Oct. 16, 2009__Raymond Lahey update
We speak with the reporter in Nova Scotia who's covering the investigation into child pornography charges against Raymond Lahey - a former bishop from this province.
(Maggie Gillis with Stephen Puddicombe)
Right click to Download Oct. 16, 2009__Raymond Lahey update
[mp3 file: runs 8:14]
Oct. 16, 2009__Aussie at Wine Fest 2009
The 14th annual "Wine Fest" hosted by the Newfoundland Liquor Corporation is underway in St. John's. We talk to a vinyard owner to find out about winemaking - Aussie style - which includes trying to control grape-loving kangaroos.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dave Palmer)
Right click to Download Oct. 16, 2009__Aussie at Wine Fest 2009
[mp3 file: runs 7:20]
Oct. 16, 2009__Terrenceville council draw
First a recyling bin in Paradise... now a blue cloth bag in Terrenceville! We speak with the woman who missed out on her bid for council after losing in a blind-draw.
(Maggie Gillis with Glenda Rideout)
Right click to Download Oct. 16, 2009__Terrenceville council draw
[mp3 file: runs 4:16]
Oct. 16, 2009__Long Harbour assessments
With the economy booming in Long Harbour, we check with the mayor to find out how homeowners fared with their municipal assessments.
(Maggie Gillis with Gary Keating)
Right click to Download Oct. 16, 2009__Long Harbour assessments
[mp3 file: runs 5:14]
Oct. 16, 2009__Newfoundland chocolate in Paris
The owner of the Newfoundland Chocolate Company talks about his role in the 15th annual "Salon du Chocolat" in the City of Light.
(Maggie Gillis with Brent Smith)
Right click to Download Oct. 16, 2009__Newfoundland chocolate in Paris
[mp3 file: runs 6:26]
Oct. 15, 2009__Logging camp street names
Laggan and Rosemarkie were two of the areas the Newfoundland Overseas Forestry Unit logged during World War Two. We talk to the manager of Planning for the City of St. John's to find out about a new subdivision that will be named after some of those camps.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ken O'Brien)
Right click to Download Oct. 15, 2009__Logging camp street names
[mp3 file: runs 3:28]
Oct. 15, 2009__"Greedy retailers" panel
Two local businessmen talk about the impact of the soaring loonie on their bottom line... and react to criticism heard on Wednesday's Morning Show that they aren't passing on savings to consumers.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Pat Thompson of Diamond Design and Harold Hayward of Hayward Interiors.)
Right click to Download Oct. 15, 2009__"Greedy retailers" panel
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Oct. 15, 2009__Barrier-free playground
The director of development with the Bowring Park Foundation tells us about the newly-updated playground in the park in the west end of St. John's: A barrier-free playground... complete with a splash pad.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Joe Bennett)
Right click to Download Oct. 15, 2009__Barrier-free playground
[mp3 file: runs 4:24]
Oct. 15, 2009__Another Newfoundlander on "This Hour"
CBC TV's "This Hour Has 22 Minutes" makes room for yet another person from this province. We speak with the newest Newfoundlander on the 22 Minutes desk.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Susan Kent)
Right click to Download Oct. 15, 2009__Another Newfoundlander on "This Hour"
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Oct. 14, 2009__Paradise recount reaction
A judge has declared the tie stands... and the town clerk/returning officer upheld the previous draw from the recycling bin. That means Ralph Wiseman will remain the mayor of Paradise. We hear from the mayor and the defeated candidate - as well as reaction from the people of Paradise.
(Raplh Wiseman, Keith Coombs, Paradise residents)
Right click to Download Oct. 14, 2009__Paradise recount reaction
[mp3 file: runs 9:17]
Oct. 14, 2009__MHA's phone bills
We dig into a CBC examination that shows some provincial politicians are spending a lot of time on their Blackberry... and it's costing taxpayers thousands of dollars a month.
(Jeff Gilhooly with reporter Rod Etheridge)
Right click to Download Oct. 14, 2009__MHA's phone bills
[mp3 file: runs 5:51]
Oct. 14, 2009__Loonie goes up. Where's the savings?
A soaring loonie has many Canadians wondering whether they're in for better deals. We talk to the president of the Consumers Association of Canada.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Bruce Cran)
Right click to Download Oct. 14, 2009__Loonie goes up. Where's the savings?
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Oct. 14, 2009__Sikorsky gearbox footing bolts
We've been hearing about another gearbox problem with Sikorsky S-92 helicopters. We speak with a union organizer in Aberdeen, Scotland about the situation that has come to light in operations in the North Sea.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Jake Molloy)
Right click to Download Oct. 14, 2009__Sikorsky gearbox footing bolts
[mp3 file: runs 6:06]
Oct. 14, 2009__Ron Hynes documentary
"Man of A Thousand Songs" That's what a Halifax company is calling its documentary about Ron Hynes. We speak with the director.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Bill MacGillvray)
Right click to Download Oct. 14, 2009__Ron Hynes documentary
[mp3 file: runs 3:28]
Oct. 14, 2009__PC-SP farmland decision
We speak with a former councillor about the emergency meeting that the old council in Portugal Cove-St. Philip's called on Tuesday regarding use of farmland... just before that council was replaced with a new one.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Steve Andrews)
Right click to Download Oct. 14, 2009__PC-SP farmland decision
[mp3 file: runs 8:25]
Oct. 13, 2009__Port Blandford councillor quits
Port Blandford needs a byelection... just 2 weeks after its full municipal election! A former councillor tells us why he quit that position last week - even after receiving the biggest share of votes.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Chad Holloway)
Right click to Download Oct. 13, 2009__Port Blandford councillor quits
[mp3 file: runs 9:31]
Oct. 13, 2009__Conditions at Her Majesty's Penitentiary
A criminal-defence lawyer with clients serving time at the penitentiary in St. John's talks with us about living conditions for inmates there.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Erin Breen)
Right click to Download Oct. 13, 2009__Conditions at Her Majesty's Penitentiary
[mp3 file: runs 5:48]
Oct. 13, 2009__Portugal Cove-St. Philip's farm kerfuffle
They're going out with a bang! It's the last day on the job for the old town council in Portugal Cove-St. Philips... but they've got a special public meeting to start the last day. We speak with a resident/farmer in St. Philip's about the differing views on who is allowed to do what with the farm.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Daphne King)
Right click to Download Oct. 13, 2009__Portugal Cove-St. Philip's farm kerfuffle
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Oct. 13, 2009__Danny's "go-to-guy" commentary
What once was permanent... is now up in the air. Amid all the politics flying as of late, our Morning Show commentator takes aim at byelections and health care cuts.
(Commentator Brian Callahan)
Right click to Download Oct. 13, 2009__Danny's "go-to-guy" commentary
[mp3 file: runs 4:06]
Oct. 13, 2009__Cape Shore Water Dogs
A man from Saskatchewan is looking for information on Cape Shore Water Dogs, also known as Eider Dogs. We help him get his message out.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Chris Oudshoorn)
Right click to Download Oct. 13, 2009__Cape Shore Water Dogs
[mp3 file: runs 4:50]
Oct. 12, 2009__Her Majesty's Penitentiary violence
There have been a number of violent assaults at Her Majesty's Penitentiary in St. John's as of late. We look at the situation with the president of NAPE - the union that represents corrections workers.
(Maggie Gillis with Carol-Ann Furlong)
Right click to Download Oct. 12, 2009__Her Majesty's Penitentiary violence
[mp3 file: runs 8:00]
Oct. 12, 2009__"Song For Africa"
Newfoundland musician Damhnait Doyle fills us in on her upcoming trip to Rwanda, Africa to make music with the locals.
(Maggie Gillis with Damhnait Doyle)
Right click to Download Oct. 12, 2009__"Song For Africa"
[mp3 file: runs 5:30]
Oct. 12, 2009__Corner Brook mill downtime
The province's only remaining paper mill takes downtime, starting today. We talk to the national representative for the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers union about what the shutdown at Corner Brook Pulp and Paper means for workers... and for the mill.
(Maggie Gillis with Gary Healey)
Right click to Download Oct. 12, 2009__Corner Brook mill downtime
[mp3 file: runs 6:35]
Oct. 12, 2009__Maritime Monsters
Newfoundland's own "Cressie" turns up in a new illustrated children's book about Maritime monsters! We have a chat with the book's Halifax author.
(Maggie Gillis with Steve Vernon)
Right click to Download Oct. 12, 2009__Maritime Monsters
[mp3 file: runs 7:32]
Oct. 12, 2009__Land & Sea adventures
CBC Television's "Land and Sea" starts its new season on Sunday, October 18th. The host of the show, Pauline Thornhill, reveals some behind-the-scenes adventures in creating the popular program.
(Maggie Gillis with Pauline Thornhill)
Right click to Download Oct. 12, 2009__Land & Sea adventures
[mp3 file: runs 7:23]
Oct. 09, 2009__Hyperbaric chamber
A patient at the Health Sciences Centre is bleeding through her bladder... and she's afraid she'll lose the organ before Eastern Health's hyperbaric chamber is up and running. She speaks with us from her hospital bed about the situation she's caught in. Later in the show, we got a call from the president and CEO of Eastern Health with an update.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Daphne Robertson; Vicki Kaminski)
Right click to Download Oct. 09, 2009__Hyperbaric chamber
[mp3 file: runs 8:26]
Oct. 09, 2009__Buchans soil data
Two days after telling Buchans about polluted soil, the government has publicly released the data. We take a look at the numbers with a geography professor at Memorial University. who co-wrote the study a few years ago on lead in the soil of downtown St. John's.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Trevor Bell)
Right click to Download Oct. 09, 2009__Buchans soil data
[mp3 file: runs 9:06]
Oct. 09, 2009__Leary's Brook thanksgiving food drive
There's one junior high school in St. John's that always contributes more than any other school to the Community Food Sharing Association's Thanksgiving Food Drive. Our roving reporter met up with the teacher at Leary's Brook who organizes the food drive as well as with the executive director of the Community Food Sharing Association. And... Cecil drops back for a quick update on an early-morning donation.
(Cecil Haire with Elizabeth Aris and Eg Walters)
Right click to Download Oct. 09, 2009__Leary's Brook thanksgiving food drive
[mp3 file: runs 4:05]
Oct. 09, 2009__Moose burger licenses
Got to get me moose burger, b'y... as long as it's for a good cause. We talk to the recreation director in Springdale about the province's decision to allocate moose licenses to charities and non-profit groups.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Todd Mercer)
Right click to Download Oct. 09, 2009__Moose burger licenses
[mp3 file: runs 3:29]
Oct. 09, 2009__Turkey labels
How can you know you're getting gobble-worthy turkey. We dig into the confusion about free-range turkeys, organic turkeys and plain old label-free turkeys with a butcher who knows his birds.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Mario Fiorucci)
Right click to Download Oct. 09, 2009__Turkey labels
[mp3 file: runs 7:00]
Oct. 08, 2009__Paul Oram resignation panel
On Wednesday, short-term health minister Paul Oram withdrew from politics altogether... citing health reasons and pressure on his family from the media as the main reasons for his departure from the arena. The morning after that announcement, we get a former Liberal provincial/federal cabinet minister together with a political science professor at Memorial University to discuss the health minister's resignation.
(Jeff Gilhooly with John Efford and Michael Temelini)
Right click to Download Oct. 08, 2009__Paul Oram resignation panel
[mp3 file: runs 9:53]
Oct. 08, 2009__Bally Haly stays "putt"
Bally Haly Golf and Curling Club members held a vote on Wednesday night to determine whether the course would be opened up for developers. The president of the board of directors dropped by the studio the morning after to fill us in on the club's future.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Adam Stanley)
Right click to Download Oct. 08, 2009__Bally Haly stays "putt"
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Oct. 08, 2009__Provincial property assessments
Property assessments are out for communities across the province... and the increases have been startling for many people. We discuss those numbers and the effect the increases will have on individuals with two mayors - one from the town of Conception Bay South and the other from the city of Mount Pearl.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Woodrow French and Randy Simms)
Right click to Download Oct. 08, 2009__Provincial property assessments
[mp3 file: runs 12:19]
Oct. 08, 2009__Breast cancer research advances
Two new promising developments in the field of breast cancer research from this country could alter the way we detect and treat the disease. We talk about the ground-breaking research with the CEO of the Canadian group, Campaign to Control Cancer... who is also a breast cancer survivor since 1987.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Pat Kelly)
Right click to Download Oct. 08, 2009__Breast cancer research advances
[mp3 file: runs 7:13]
Oct. 07, 2009__Buchans soil contamination
People in the town of Buchans got some answers - and a promise - at a meeting Tuesday night regarding a problem that's loomed over their community for years. We hear some of what the Environment minister had to say at the meeting, and then the town's mayor joins us for reaction.
(Minister Charlene Johnson, Jeff Gilhooly with mayor Derm Corbett)
Right click to Download Oct. 07, 2009__Buchans soil contamination
[mp3 file: runs 9:15]
Oct. 07, 2009__Property assessments
Property assessments have just been released around the province... and they're up on average by nearly 30 per cent. We talk about the increases with the executive director of the Municipal Assessment Agency - the provincial crown corporation that conducts assessments for everywhere in the province except St. John's.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Sean Martin)
Right click to Download Oct. 07, 2009__Property assessments
[mp3 file: runs 7:32]
Oct. 07, 2009__Cruise ship cancellations
Tourism workers at St. John's City Hall are feeling somewhat deflated today following another cancellation of a visit by a huge cruise ship to the city. Our roving reporter met up with the city's manager of tourism to talk about this latest no-show... just hours before the second cruise ship scheduled to visit today also cancelled.
(Cecil Haire with Kevin Gushue)
Right click to Download Oct. 07, 2009__Cruise ship cancellations
[mp3 file: runs 4:45]
Oct. 07, 2009__Memorial shines in free enterprise
Business students at Memorial University came first last year - and placed third this year - in the Students in Free Enterprise World Cup. We head to Berlin to talk with the president of Memorial's "Students in Free Enterprise" group.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Liam Kelly)
Right click to Download Oct. 07, 2009__Memorial shines in free enterprise
[mp3 file: runs 4:57]
Oct. 07, 2009__Seal Cove crime meeting
Citizens battle crime in Seal Cove! The Morning Show's Suzanne Woolridge takes us to a public meeting called to address some of the concerns people in the area have.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Suzanne Woolridge)
Right click to Download Oct. 07, 2009__Seal Cove crime meeting
[mp3 file: runs 6:26]
Oct. 06, 2009__Bauline Line pumpkin
Keep an eye out for the "Great Pumpkin" on Bauline Line. Our roving reporter drops by to check out some rather large examples of the squash.
(Cecil Haire with Bill Williton)
Right click to Download Oct. 06, 2009__Bauline Line pumpkin
[mp3 file: runs 5:16]
Oct. 06, 2009__Raymond Lahey pornography allegations
Archbishop Martin Currie talks about his response to last week's allegations regarding pornography in the house of then-Father Raymond Lahey. Father Kevin Molloy then speaks about how the pornography allegations against Lahey were handled in the late 80's. And... we hear some tape from the Hughes Inquiry where Shane Earle speaks about the visit to then-Father Raymond Lahey's house.
(Chris O'Neill-Yates with Archbishop Martin Currie & Father Kevin Molloy; Shane Earle archival tape)
Right click to Download Oct. 06, 2009__Raymond Lahey pornography allegations
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Oct. 06, 2009__School board trustees election hurdle
The Newfoundland and Labrador School Boards Association wants candidates for the upcoming election... and it says it wants women to get involved. But one woman says the rules prevent her from representing her child's school.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Sarah Colbourne-Penney)
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Oct. 06, 2009__School Board trustees elections
We talk to the head of the newfoundland and Labrador School Boards Association about the upcoming elections... and the fact that one parent can't run to represent her own child's school.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Brian Shortall)
Right click to Download Oct. 06, 2009__School Board trustees elections
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Oct. 05, 2009__Portugal Cove-St. Philip's new mayor
Portugal Cove-St. Philip's mayoral candidate Bill Fagan picked up two more votes in a recount to widen the gap between him and incumbent Norm Collins. That makes him officially the mayor-elect... and that opened the door for us to speak with him about his next four years in the big chair.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Bill Fagan)
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Oct. 05, 2009__Paradise election commentary
What a farce! Our Morning Show commentator is none-too-impressed with the way things have rolled out in the Paradise election.
(Commentator Brian Callahan)
Right click to Download Oct. 05, 2009__Paradise election commentary
[mp3 file: runs 4:37]
Oct. 05, 2009__Paradise council
A town councillor in Paradise is preparing for his first council meeting with the mayor whose election success hinged on a blind-draw from a recycling container.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dan Bobbett)
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[mp3 file: runs 6:20]
Oct. 05, 2009__Join the Folk Arts Society
We speak with the president of the Folk Arts Society to find out why the organization has launched a membership drive.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Anita Best)
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[mp3 file: runs 4:17]
Oct. 02, 2009__Paradise election blind-draw
We hear the still-sitting mayor in the town of Paradise speak with reporters on Thursday after his name was chosen in a blind-draw... giving him back the chair. Then, we speak with 19-year-old Kurtis Coombs about his plans to contest the election results.
(Mayor Ralph Wiseman; Jeff Gilhooly with Kurtis Coombs)
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Oct. 02, 2009__World Handball championships
We meet one of the three young Newfoundlanders who are going to compete in the World Handball Championships in Portland, Oregon this weekend.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Leslie Amminson)
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Oct. 02, 2009__Raymond Leahy charge
A lawyer for Mount Cashel victims reacts to the arrest of Bishop Raymond Leahy.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Geoff Budden)
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Oct. 02, 2009__Darlene Neville suspension
She claims her reputation has been significantly damaged. Darlene Neville - the suspended Child advocate - has asked the court for permission to make her case to the House of Assembly. One of our reporters has been looking into the documents.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Chris O'Neill-Yates)
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Oct. 02, 2009__Transcontinental media boycott
The pen may be mightier than the sword... but its not much use when you don't have writers. Hundreds of freelance writers are now boycotting Transcontinental Media - which includes the Telegram and many of the weekly papers in this province. We speak first with a member of the Canadian Writer's Group that represents magazine writers. Then we get reaction from the senior vice-president at Transcontinental Media.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Derek Finkle; Jeff with Pierre Marcoux)
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Oct. 02, 2009__No recount in Holyrood
He could have asked for a recount - but didn't. We find out why the man who lost his run for the mayor's job in Holyrood by just nine votes is content to let the results stand.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Mark Lane)
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Oct. 02, 2009__Hark! at Europa
A Newfoundland co-production opens Europe's largest media festival later this month in Berlin. We get details from the person who recorded and co-produced it.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Chris Brookes of Battery Radio)
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Oct. 01, 2009__Our Divas Do (African) Christmas
Newfoundland "divas" want women with African heritage to join their Christmas show! We get details from the director of the production.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Terri Andrews)
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[mp3 file: runs 5:37]
Oct. 01, 2009__Wally Anderson hearing
Wally Andersen admits to stealing your money... but he says he did it for the right reasons. Our povincial affairs reporter has the very latest from Andersen's sentencing hearing.
(Jeff Gilhooly with David Cochrane)
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[mp3 file: runs 7:21]
Oct. 01, 2009__Mundy Pond duck cage
There's a funny looking cage in the water at Mundy Pond in St. John's. Our roving reporter took a swing by to ask someone from the Canadian Wildlife Service what it is - and what it's for.
(Cecil Haire with Pierre Ryan)
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Oct. 01, 2009__Newfoundland comedian in Korea
We meet a man from Mount Pearl who's making them laugh in Korea!
(Jeff Gilhooly with Brian Aylward)
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[mp3 file: runs 4:36]
Sept. 30, 2009__Election: St. John's mayor
We hear from the three candidates who ran for the mayor position in St. John's.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ron Ellsworth, Jo-Ann Dooley with Mark Wilson, Jeff Gilhooly with re-elected mayor Dennis O'Keefe)
Right click to Download Sept. 30, 2009__Election: St. John's mayor
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Sept. 30, 2009__Election: St. John's deputy-mayor
The two candidates for the deputy-mayor position in St. John's both appeared on the show.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Keith Coombs; Jeff Gilhooly with newly-elected deputy-mayor Shannie Duff)
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Sept. 30, 2009__Election: New St. John's councillors
To round out the coverage of the election in the capital city, we hear from two new ward councillors as well as the new councillor-at-large who received more votes than any of the other candidates in the election.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ward One councillor Danny Breen; Todd O'Brien with Ward Three councillor Bruce Tilley; Jo-Ann Dooley with councillor-at-large Sheilagh O'Leary)
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Sept. 30, 2009__Election: Long Harbour mayor
There were many fascinating stories Wednesday night... including the race in Long Harbour where all but five eligible voters cast ballots.
(Jeff Gilhooly with re-elected mayor Gary Keating)
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Sept. 30, 2009__Election: Grand Bank mayor
A well-known mayor in Grand Bank - Rex Matthews - went down to defeat Tuesday night. We talk with the new mayor.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Darryl Lafosse)
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Sept. 30, 2009__Election commentary
Our Morning Show commentator stops by to have his say about the election results.
(Commmentator Brian Callahan)
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Sept. 30, 2009__Election: Portugal Cove-St. Philip's mayor
The mayoral incumbent in Portugal Cove-St. Philip's speaks with us following a very close loss.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Norm Collins)
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Sept. 30, 2009__Election: Paradise mayor
It was a real horse race for the mayor's chair in Paradise! We get the play by play from the new mayor-elect.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Kurtis Coombs)
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Sept. 30, 2009__St. Patrick's Mercy Home smoking
Is St. Patrick's Mercy home showing any mercy? We hear why it's forcing a 98-year old woman to give up the butts.
(Jeff Gilhooly with St. Pat's administrator Glenda Reid)
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Sept. 29, 2009__Woodpile theft
A Kilbride man has been the victim of a wood thief on Kenmount Road.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Robert Searle)
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Sept. 29, 2009__MUN notebooks confidentiality
Private information ended up in Memorial University notebooks which were created from used paper and then sold to students. Memorial's student union's director of external affairs fills us in on the situation.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Cameron Campbell)
Right click to Download Sept. 29, 2009__MUN notebooks confidentiality
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Sept. 29, 2009__Salt in the wind
It's a big mound... and a big problem for some people living in downtown St. John's. The salt pile, stored at the harbourfront near The Battery, is used to combat ice on the city's winter roads. Our man about town met up with a resident of Walsh's Square who says he's tired of salt blowing onto his property from the pile.
(Cecil Haire with Chris Fitzgerald)
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Sept. 29, 2009__St. Pat's long-time smoker
She's 98-years-old and has been smoking since she was twelve... but now it looks like Mary Bennett - a resident of St. Patrick's Mercy Home in St. John's - may have to butt out for good. We speak with her granddaughter - who first brought the story to the public's attention.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Penny George)
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Sept. 28, 2009__Elections beyond the overpass
With municipal election day for most communities slated for Tuesday, our man on the streets fills us in on some of the election races outside the Northeast Avalon.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Cecil Haire)
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Sept. 28, 2009__Child services cost shift
We speak with a St. John's lawyer who says government is shifting the cost of taking care of children in this province rather than trying to fix the problems.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Brian Wentzell)
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Sept. 28, 2009__Bad drivers
Most people seem to agree - St. John's has more than its share of bad drivers. We invite a local trucker and a retired engineer to drop by and swap road stories... and offer solutions.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Gerry Germain and Howard O'Brien)
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Sept. 28, 2009__Billy Boot goes biodegradeable
The company that makes "Billy Boot" garbage bags has been rolling with the times... and that continues with the announcement that the company's product is now biodegradable. Our man on the street met up with the owner of East Coast Converters, the company behind Billy Boot, to find out more.
(Cecil Haire with Chris Hutton)
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Sept. 28, 2009__Great Canadian Song Quest
The biggest songwriting project in the history of the CBC kicks off today. We speak with Radio Two's executive producer of daytime programming to get all the details on the Great Canadian Song Quest.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Kai Black)
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[mp3 file: runs 6:20]
Sept. 28, 2009__Newfoundland self-help book
"Fishing For Reality". A Newfoundland mental health counselor compares fly fishing to life in his first self-help book.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Paul Michael White)
*** The book is published by Lightening Source International, and will be launched Tuesday, October 6th, 7:30 - 9:30 at Memorial University's INCO Innovation Centre.)
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Sept. 25, 2009__Moammar Gadhafi's visit
He's been linked with infamous bombings and terrorism... and is often considered an enemy of the west. Now, Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi is planning a visit to our province... but nobody seems to know why. We ask a political science instructor at Memorial University to help us put a face to the man.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Osvoldo Croci)
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Sept. 25, 2009__Trevor Taylor steps down
We get reaction to Trevor Taylor's resignation from the editor and manager with the Northern Pen, a newspaper in the now former-minister's district.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Alan Bock)
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Sept. 25, 2009__Torbay election
There's a battle for the mayor's seat in Torbay between current mayor Bob Codner and current deputy-mayor Mary Thorne-Gosse. Our roving reporter has been looking into the candidates and the issues.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Cecil Haire)
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Sept. 25, 2009__Correcting ballot errors
What do you do if the city gets your name wrong on your mail-in ballot? Armed with that question, we go to the election co-ordinator with the City of St. John's for the answer.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Elaine Henley)
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Sept. 25, 2009__Snoop Dogg concert shortfall
Memorial University's student union has lost about $100,000 on the Snoop Dog concert in St. John's earlier this month. We reached MUNSU's director of external affairs, communications and research to talk about why the rapper's appearance resulted in a loss.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Cameron Campbell)
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Sept. 24, 2009__Paradise Forum (Part 1/3)
Youth tackled experience at our public forum Wednesday night in the town of Paradise. The two candidates for mayor rolled out where they each stand on the issues facing their town. We featured some excerpts on our show this morning... but here is the full version of the forum (Part 1).
(Moderator Jeff Gilhooly, Candidates Ralph Wiseman (incumbent) and Kurtis Coombs; Questions from Paradise residents)
Right click to Download Sept. 24, 2009__Paradise Forum (Part 1/3)
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Sept. 24, 2009__Paradise Forum (Part 2/3)
Youth tackled experience at our public forum Wednesday night in the town of Paradise. The two candidates for mayor rolled out where they each stand on the issues facing their town. We featured some excerpts on our show this morning... but here is the full version of the forum (Part 2).
(Moderator Jeff Gilhooly, Candidates Ralph Wiseman (incumbent) and Kurtis Coombs; Questions from Paradise residents)
Right click to Download Sept. 24, 2009__Paradise Forum (Part 2/3)
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Sept. 24, 2009__Portugal Cove-St. Philip's election
The Morning Show takes a visit to a town that is embroiled in what must be one of the most contentious election campaigns in the province.
(Jeff Gilhooly and Nancy Walsh)
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Sept. 24, 2009__Bell Island crime meeting
Residents on Bell Island are fed up with increasing crime... so Wednesday night they got together to come up with solutions. We speak with the man in charge of the Bell Island RCMP detachment.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Corporal Trevor O'Keefe)
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Sept. 24, 2009__Cycling safety commentary
Following coverage on the Morning Show about bicycle laws and cycling safety... we hear from the brother of a man who died in a cycling accident on the Outer Ring Road this summer.
(James Dinn commentary)
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[mp3 file: runs 5:27]
Sept. 24, 2009__Rural hospitals internal medicine
We speak to a doctor to find out why some patients who need internal medicine specialists are being transferred from one rural hospital to another.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. Julia Trahey)
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[mp3 file: runs 8:20]
Sept. 24, 2009__Autism employment program
We welcome to the studio the program coordinator with the Elaine Dobbin Centre for Autism to find out about a new program that will help adults with autism get jobs.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Aaron Morgan)
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[mp3 file: runs 5:19]
Sept. 24, 2009__Paradise Forum (Part 3/3)
Youth tackled experience at our public forum Wednesday night in the town of Paradise. The two candidates for mayor rolled out where they each stand on the issues facing their town. We featured some excerpts on our show this morning... but here is the full version of the forum (Part Three).
(Moderator Jeff Gilhooly, Candidates Ralph Wiseman (incumbent) and Kurtis Coombs; Questions from Paradise residents)
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[mp3 file: runs 33:28]
Sept. 23, 2009__Saint-Pierre and Miquelon honorary citizen
We speak with a nurse from this province who was just named an honorary citizen of the French "territorial collectivity" of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Sharon Dominic)
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Sept. 22, 2009__Health boards documents
After weeks of controversy, the health minister tried to reassure citizens about health cuts. The paper trail continues as Paul Oram releases documents outlining the various health boards' suggestions for dealing with a shortfall in government funding. We find out what the leader of the provincial New Democratic Party thinks of it all.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Lorraine Michael)
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Sept. 22, 2009__Anglicans and swine flu
At least one Anglican church in this province is taking action against the swine flu. We reached the minister at St. John the Evangelist in Topsail to find out how the act of communion will be affected by the changes.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Father John Dinn)
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Sept. 22, 2009__Ron Fitzpatrick's CD and fundraiser
From Turnings... to tunings. The executive director of "Turnings" reveals his artistic side in a new CD.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ron Fitzpatrick)
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Sept. 21, 2009__Search and Rescue commentary
Our Morning Show commentator imagines what a Search and Rescue technician must be thinking following the uproar over the sinking of the Sea Gypsy. In this week's offering, he pens a letter to Canada's defence minister, Peter McKay.
(Commentator Brian Callahan)
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Sept. 21, 2009__Holyrood candidates
In our continuing coverage leading up to municipal elections, we visit a town where the fight for the top job sees three high-profile leaders facing off against each other.
(Jeff Gilhooly and Nancy Walsh)
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[mp3 file: runs 7:35]
Sept. 21, 2009__St. Clare's burst pipe
A river runs through it: St. Clare's Mercy Hospital that is. A busted pipe at the hospital has led to the shutdown of surgical and x-ray services. We check with Eastern Health's chief operating officer for Adult Acute Care to find out about the damage and what it means for patients.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Norma Baker)
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Sept. 21, 2009__Bicycle safety
They have to share the roads with cars and trucks... but do cyclists really know the rules of bike riding? A traffic safety instructor drops by with some do's and dont's for cyclists.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Rudy Singleton)
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[mp3 file: runs 8:26]
Sept. 21, 2009__Car vandalism
It seems as though smashed car windows are becoming the norm for poople living on the northeast Avalon. Our roving reporter has been looking into the disturbing trend.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Cecil Haire)
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Sept. 21, 2009__"Hero"
A local author brings the great Newfoundland sealing disaster and the battle of Beaumont Hamel together in his new novel. We welcome Paul Butler to the studio to talk about "Hero."
(Jeff Gilhooly with Paul Butler)
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Sept. 21, 2009__Structure Wardrobe and Styling
A new store for full-figured women opened its doors in May... and business has been good. Our roving reporter met up with the two owner-operators at the store in Churchill Square.
(Cecil Haire with Katie Burke and Jessica Mealey)
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Sept. 18, 2009__Prosecution at Jim Walsh trial
The people versus Jim Walsh. On Thursday the prosection got its chance to cross-examine the former MHA... and it led to hours of tension filled testimony. Our provincial affairs reporter drops by with the details.
(Jeff Gilhooly with David Cochrane)
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Sept. 18, 2009__Immersion suit local testing
There's been a lot of talk regarding the safety of survival suits following the Sea Gypsy tragedy. It turns out that there is currently testing of immersion suits happening in St. John's at the "Wave Tank" of the Institute for Ocean Technology. We welcome a research associate with the National Research Council to the studio for a look at how reliable the suits are in our waters.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Jonathan Power)
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Sept. 18, 2009__From construction to excavation
Uncovering... and then covering the past Our roving reporter meets up with the environmental services manager with St. John's Public Works to find out what a construction crew has found near Quidi Vidi Lake in St. John's.
(Cecil Haire with Brendan O'Connell)
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Sept. 18, 2009__Hip Hop conference
St. John's is making history this weekend as it hosts the province's first "Hip Hop" conference this weekend. "Hustle To Get Here" is a blend of showcases, professional development and an opportunity to network... and top dancers from across Eastern Canada will be competing for cash prizes as well. Our very own "Hip Hop Haire" met up with one of the organizers - who's also a member of "East Coast Crew."
(Cecil Haire with Matthew Power)
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Sept. 17, 2009__Jim Walsh on the stand
The defence is building its case in the Jim Walsh corruption trial. On Wednesday, the court heard from its star witness - the accused himself. Our legislative reporter joined us with the latest on the trial.
(Nancy Walsh with David Cochrane)
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Sept. 17, 2009__St. John's deputy mayor's debate
The two candidates for deputy mayor of St. John's go head to head at a live Morning Show
event from Atlantic Place.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Shannie Duff and Keith Coombs)
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Sept. 17, 2009__Sea Gypsy sinking
The managing editor of "The Navigator" - Jim Wellman - has written books on the sinking of fishing vessels. We asked him to drop by the studio to give his thoughts on the loss of the Sea Gypsy.
(Nancy Walsh with Jim Wellman)
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Sept. 17, 2009__St. John's sweat lodge
A sweat lodge in St. John's! We speak with the Shashatshui man who's making it happen.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Makkes Penashue)
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Sept. 16, 2009__Sea Gypsy rescue SAR Tech
We speak with one of the Search and Rescue technicians who helped save the lives of three fisherman involved in the Sea Gypsy disaster.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Sergeant Gus Ryan)
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Sept. 16, 2009__Improved survival suits
In 2004, three fishermen perished in an accident off the coast of British Columbia. The incident inspired one man to design an immersion suit he says will keep people alive a lot longer than current suits on the market. We reached the president of White Manufacturing in Victoria, BC.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Frank White)
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Sept. 16, 2009__H1N1 staff recruitment
Eastern Health is looking for health professionals to help it deal with H1N1. We reach the medical officer of health to find out why the call has gone out... and who specifically Eastern Health is looking for.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Dr. David Allison)
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Sept. 16, 2009__Partridge Forever targets ATVs
According to the Partridge Forever Society, all-terrain vehicles are continuing to tear up the province's countryside. We speak with the president of the Society to hear about the concerns... and how you can assist in the effort.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Paul Smith)
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Sept. 15, 2009__H1N1 and school caretakers
As schools try to keep the H1N1 virus under control, NAPE says too much is expected of the caretakers it represents. We get reaction from the head of the Eastern School District - the largest district in the province.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ford Rice)
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Sept. 15, 2009__Idaho's da B'ye
A high school choir in Idaho sings "I'se da B'ye". We speak with their vocal music director to find out how the Newfoundland song made it to there.
(Jeff Gilhooly with John Cracht)
*** To view the song performed on YouTube, go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnjqLk_xw-E ***
Right click to Download Sept. 15, 2009__Idaho's da B'ye
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Sept. 15, 2009__St. John's mayor's forum
The three candidates for mayor of St. John's face off live from Atlantic Place during the last hour of the Morning Show on Tuesday.
(Jeff Gilhooly with candidates Ron Ellsworth, Dennis O'Keefe and Mark Wilson)
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Sept. 15, 2009__Search and Rescue response times
The New Democratic Party MP from this province weighs in on the debate over Search and Rescue response times in light of the latest tragedy at sea - the sinking of the Sea Gypsy.
(Nancy Walsh with Jack Harris)
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Sept. 14, 2009__Central lab and x-ray
Late Friday afternoon, government issued a release concerning the cuts to lab and x-ray services in central Newfoundland. We speak with the leader of the provincial NDP - who describes the release as "arrogant and confusing."
(Jeff Gilhooly with Lorraine Michael)
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Sept. 14, 2009__Brian Callahan: Friday news releases
A few months back, our premier said Eastern Health officials "should be shot" for releasing critical healthcare information late on a Friday afternoon. Now his own government seems to be playing the same game... and that's got our Morning Show commentator firing his own shots.
(Commentator Brian Callahan)
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Sept. 14, 2009__H1N1 and janitorial workload
A campaign to control the H1N1 virus in schools is causing problems for the people who are expected to keep it under control. The Morning Show's producer got details from the president of the union who represents some of the province's school caretakers.
(Sherry Banfield with NAPE president Carol Furlong)
Right click to Download Sept. 14, 2009__H1N1 and janitorial workload
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Sept. 14, 2009__Pleasure craft operators' licenses
Time is running out for recreational boaters who don't have their operator's card. We'll find out what might happen come Tuesday if you are caught without proof that you've passed the test.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Colin Hiscock)
Right click to Download Sept. 14, 2009__Pleasure craft operators' licenses
[mp3 file: runs 6:46]
Sept. 14, 2009__Cyclists and motorists
Strained but cordial: That's how one St. John's cyclist is describing the realtionship between motorists and cyclists these days. We find out why with the cyclist who's a member of Bicycle Newfoundland and Labrador.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Kevin Baldwin)
Right click to Download Sept. 14, 2009__Cyclists and motorists
[mp3 file: runs 6:23]
Sept. 11, 2009__Gibson Guitars demise
It looks as though Gibson Guitars has closed its plant in Newfoundland. Gibson bought out Garrison Guitars in Donovan's Industrial Park two years ago... but it seems they've quietly shut down the operation. The Morning Show's Nancy Walsh has been looking into the shutdown.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Nancy Walsh)
Right click to Download Sept. 11, 2009__Gibson Guitars demise
[mp3 file: runs 4:51]
Sept. 11, 2009__Abandoned puppies
A beer-box full of abandoned puppies was found in a berry patch. We hear about a woman's tragic discovery Thursday near Tilton.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Karen Kent)
Right click to Download Sept. 11, 2009__Abandoned puppies
[mp3 file: runs 2:47]
Sept. 11 2009__Jim Walsh trial
The Telegram reporter assigned to the trial of former MHA Jim Walsh drops by with a wrap of what happened this week.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Rob Antle)
Right click to Download Sept. 11 2009__Jim Walsh trial
[mp3 file: runs 5:08]
Sept. 11, 2009__Healing Touch for horses... and Cec
There's therapeutic touch specifically designed for dogs and horses... but our man about town wanted to try it out for himself.
(Cecil Haire with Edie Jane Eaton)
Right click to Download Sept. 11, 2009__Healing Touch for horses... and Cec
[mp3 file: runs 7:20]
Sept. 11, 2009__Noisy garage
Residents on Wexford Street in St. John's aren't happy with a decision by the city to do nothing about noise from a garage in the neighbourhood. We speak with one of those area residents.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Bill Jardine)
Right click to Download Sept. 11, 2009__Noisy garage
[mp3 file: runs 4:08]
Sept. 10, 2009__Elizabeth Towers strike
We get the latest on the strike at Elizabeth Towers in St. John's. We speak first with the vice president Atlantic Canada for Chartwells Senior Housing - which provides services such as meals, medication and bathing for residents. Following that we speak with the president of UFCW local 1252 - which represents the approximately 60 striking employees of Chartwells Seniors Housing at Elizabeth Towers.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Edwina Kirkland; Jeff Gilhooly with Linda Chafe)
Right click to Download Sept. 10, 2009__Elizabeth Towers strike
[mp3 file: runs 8:38]
Sept. 10, 2009__Clarenville mayors panel
The mayor of Clarenville for the last 28 years is now in a race to keep his seat. We look at the issues and the race in Clarenville with the current mayor and the current deputy-mayor... both hoping to end up in the top job.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Fred Best and Lisa Browne)
Right click to Download Sept. 10, 2009__Clarenville mayors panel
[mp3 file: runs 6:22]
Sept. 10, 2009__Targa in Petite Forte
Build it and they will come. The Burin Peninsula community of Petit Forte finally gets a paved road... and next thing you know it's is on the schedule for Targa Newfoundland's 2009 car rally. We hear about Petite Forte's race-day plans from a member of the local development committee.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Kevin Hefferan)
Right click to Download Sept. 10, 2009__Targa in Petite Forte
[mp3 file: runs 4:08]
Sept. 10, 2009__Independence Hurricane, 1775
It was one of the worst hurricanes on record - believed to have taken up to 4000 lives on the east coast of North America - including hundreds from this province. Known as the Independence Hurricane, it hit our shores234 years ago this week. We take a look back with a former geography professor at Memorial University.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Michael Stavely)
Right click to Download Sept. 10, 2009__Independence Hurricane, 1775
[mp3 file: runs 6:44]
Sept. 10, 2009__The Mountains & The Trees at TIFF
Only one band from our province has received an invite to play at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival. We meet the man behind "The Mountains & The Trees."
(Jeff Gilhooly with Jon Janes)
Right click to Download Sept. 10, 2009__The Mountains & The Trees at TIFF
[mp3 file: runs 4:02]
Sept. 09, 2009__Reducing moose accidents
We speak with the chair of the "Save Our People Action Committee" to find out what the group of concerned citizens is doing to try to reduce moose/vehicle collisions on our highways.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Eugene Nippard)
Right click to Download Sept. 09, 2009__Reducing moose accidents
[mp3 file: runs 6:58]
Sept. 09, 2009__Georgestown deli
On Tuesday's show we spoke with one long-time Georgestown area resident about opposition to a proposed deli. Today we look at the flip-side and speak with the St. John's businessman behind the proposal.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Steve Curtis)
Right click to Download Sept. 09, 2009__Georgestown deli
[mp3 file: runs 6:18]
Sept. 09, 2009__Salvation Army disappearing donations
Our roving reporter meets up with a major in the Salvation Army to talk about the situation where some donated goods aren't making it to their intended destination.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Major Wade Budgell)
Right click to Download Sept. 09, 2009__Salvation Army disappearing donations
[mp3 file: runs 3:26]
Sept. 09, 2009__Ward Four candidates
Half of all female candidates in the St. John's municipal election are running in Ward Four. We speak with the incumbent... and the challenger.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Debbie Hanlon and Sheilagh Guy-Murphy)
Right click to Download Sept. 09, 2009__Ward Four candidates
[mp3 file: runs 9:35]
Sept. 09, 2009__Wanted: Crossing guards
The City of St. John's says it needs more crossing guards to keep school children safe at crosswalks. Our roving reporter met up with the city's manager of crossing guards to find out more about how you might be able to help.
(Cecil Haire with Chris Pitcher)
Right click to Download Sept. 09, 2009__Wanted: Crossing guards
[mp3 file: runs 4:25]
Sept. 08, 2009__Georgestown deli proposal
A proposal for a deli in a downtown St. John's neighbourhood is causing a fuss. We speak with a long-time resident of the area.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Tom Mills)
Right click to Download Sept. 08, 2009__Georgestown deli proposal
[mp3 file: runs 6:25]
Sept. 08, 2009__MUN housing crunch
For the latest on the housing crunch at Memorial University - and how post secondary students are dealing with it - we speak with the vice president of External Affairs at the Students Union.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Cameron Campbell)
Right click to Download Sept. 08, 2009__MUN housing crunch
[mp3 file: runs 5:50]
Sept. 08, 2009__Ward Three candidates
Since Keith Coombs is in the race for deputy-mayor, it means there's no incumbent running in Ward Three in the St. John's municipal election. We meet the four candidates who are vying for Keith Coombs' old seat.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Terry Bennett, Bruce Tilley, Ted Warren and Lionel West
Right click to Download Sept. 08, 2009__Ward Three candidates
[mp3 file: runs 14:08]
Sept. 08, 2009__Lydia Smith's return to school
We first heard her touching story last Christmas in an entry from Woodland Elementary for the Morning Show's annual Christmas "Gift of Music" contest. Now, 11-year-old Lydia Smith goes back to school! Our arts producer has the story of the Dildo girl with two new lungs... and a new bike!
(Jeff Gilhooly with Suzanne Woolridge)
Right click to Download Sept. 08, 2009__Lydia Smith's return to school
[mp3 file: runs 6:54]
Sept. 07, 2009__Federation of Labour
As another Labour Day weekend starts to wrap up in this province, we couldn't help but wonder how the labour movement is coping in this time of economic crisis. We speak with the president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour about hope for the future.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Lana Payne)
Right click to Download Sept. 07, 2009__Federation of Labour
[mp3 file: runs 8:04]
Sept. 07, 2009__Super speller
A 12-year-old boy from this province wants to be "Canada's Super Speller." We speak with the spelling whiz from South Dildo one week before his appearance on CBC-TV next Monday, September 14th.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Christian Legge)
Right click to Download Sept. 07, 2009__Super speller
[mp3 file: runs 5:02]
Sept. 07, 2009__Social grade promotion
Should students be pushed ahead in school... even though their grades say they should've failed? We consider the results of a new study that says "yes." We talk first with the high school teacher who co-authored the study, and then with a faculty member in the department of education at Memorial University.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Michael Zwaagstra; Dr. David Philpott.
Right click to Download Sept. 07, 2009__Social grade promotion
[mp3 file: runs 9:05]
Sept. 07, 2009__Powerlifting in Brazil
A powerlifter from St. Anthony is on his way to an international competition in South America. We talk to the hopeful participant prior to his leaving for Brazil.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Michael Loder)
Right click to Download Sept. 07, 2009__Powerlifting in Brazil
[mp3 file: runs 5:52]
Sept. 07, 2009__Yes We Can! food drive tally
Did we do it? The goal of the "Yes We Can" campaign was to raise 50,000 pounds of food for the Community Food Sharing Association. The group's executive director dropped by the studio this morning with the final tally.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Eg Walters)
Right click to Download Sept. 07, 2009__Yes We Can! food drive tally
[mp3 file: runs 4:51]
Sept. 07, 2009__Winery blueberries new deal
The Rodrigues Winery is going directly to the farm for its blueberries. We get the "scoop" from its owner and general manager.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Lionel Rodrigues)
Right click to Download Sept. 07, 2009__Winery blueberries new deal
[mp3 file: runs 6:13]
Sept. 07, 2009__Flu-fighting foods
When children head back to school this week there'll be plenty of opportunity for them to get sick... potentially with swine flu. But you can help boost their immunity by packing them the right lunch and getting them off to a healthy start in the morning. We talk with a nutritionist about flu-fighting foods.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Rose Reisman)
Right click to Download Sept. 07, 2009__Flu-fighting foods
[mp3 file: runs 6:16]
Sept. 04, 2009__Newfound Riders "Yes We Can!" donation
As CBC's "Yes We Can" summer food bank challenge wraps up its final week, our roving reporter met up with a motorcycle driver at a local coffee shop to find out about yet qanother donation.
(Cecil Haire with Anthony Griffiths)
Right click to Download Sept. 04, 2009__Newfound Riders "Yes We Can!" donation
[mp3 file: runs 1:49]
Sept. 02, 2009__Treasure Chest Daycare shutdown
Treasure Chest Daycare is closing its doors this Friday - after fifteen years of operation in Mount Pearl. However, there'll be no happy retirement party for its owner. We speak with her about her reasons for closing the daycare.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Barbara Hardy)
Right click to Download Sept. 02, 2009__Treasure Chest Daycare shutdown
[mp3 file: runs 7:55]
Sept. 02, 2009__Bowring Park meeting
The future of Bowring Park was on the agenda at a public meeting Tuesday night. We listen in on some of what the public - and politicians - had to say.
(Residents, politicians and political hopefuls)
Right click to Download Sept. 02, 2009__Bowring Park meeting
[mp3 file: runs 8:41]
Sept. 02, 2009__Paradise mayor on fire services
At Tuesday night's regular meeting of the Paradise town council, fire protection and response times were on the agenda. We check in with the town's mayor for details.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ralph Wiseman)
Right click to Download Sept. 02, 2009__Paradise mayor on fire services
[mp3 file: runs 6:01]
Sept. 02, 2009__St. John's municipal election primer
The dealine has passed, so the list of candidates running in the municipal election in St. John's is now carved in stone. We bring you up to date with the city's elections co-ordinator.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Elaine Henley)
Right click to Download Sept. 02, 2009__St. John's municipal election primer
[mp3 file: runs 7:54]
Sept. 02, 2009__Brian Callahan on Ed Byrne's release
He was convicted for defrauding taxpayers in the spending scandal... but it's now become public that Ed Byrne is free. Morning Show commentator Brian Callahan has his say about the news of Ed Byrne's release.
(Commentator Brian Callahan)
Right click to Download Sept. 02, 2009__Brian Callahan on Ed Byrne's release
[mp3 file: runs 5:06]
Sept. 01, 2009__Paradise fire service
On Monday's show we talked with the president of the St. John's Fire Fighters Association about the issue of fire protection in the town of Paradise. The St. John's Regional Fire Department holds the contract for firefighting service in that town.... and today we spoke with the director of that department.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Mike Dwyer)
Right click to Download Sept. 01, 2009__Paradise fire service
[mp3 file: runs 7:13]
Sept. 01, 2009__Backpack/sneakers fundraiser
Tropical storm Danny caused some trouble for the Single Parents Association of Newfoundland and Labrador's back-to-school campaign. We speak with the group's project coordinator about how you can help get backpacks and sneakers to families-in-need.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Melanie Escott)
Right click to Download Sept. 01, 2009__Backpack/sneakers fundraiser
[mp3 file: runs 4:41]
Sept. 01, 2009__Pilley's Island memories
Growing up on Pilley's Island: We talk with a 93-year-old woman who has written a book about it.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Gwendolyn Poole-Molnar)
Right click to Download Sept. 01, 2009__Pilley's Island memories
[mp3 file: runs 6:50]
Sept. 01, 2009__Bowring Park plan
There are some neighborhood concerns about the master plan for Bowring Park in the west-end of St. John's. We sent our roving reporter to the park to meet one of the area residents who has organized a public meeting concerning the plan.
(Cecil Haire with Fraser Piccott)
Right click to Download Sept. 01, 2009__Bowring Park plan
[mp3 file: runs 4:47]
Sept. 01, 2009__Alberta energy
For several years now Alberta has played a big role in this province's economy with many workers from here commuting to the tarsands. Problem is... many of those commuting jobs dried up when the economy went sour. We talk about signs of hope with Alberta's Energy minister.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Mel Knight)
Right click to Download Sept. 01, 2009__Alberta energy
[mp3 file: runs 7:15]
August 31, 2009__High school concerns
With students returning to school next week, the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of School Councils is worried about what's in store for high school students. We chat with the Federation's president about concerns over crowded classes and lack of guidance.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Ruby Hoskins)
Right click to Download August 31, 2009__High school concerns
[mp3 file: runs 8:05]
August 31, 2009__New Found Land letter
A 510-year-old letter could rewrite exploration history. We speak with a professor at Bristol University about the recently-found letter from King Henry VII.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Evan Jones)
Right click to Download August 31, 2009__New Found Land letter
[mp3 file: runs 7:06]
August 31, 2009__CMT contestant lands job
First she won a contest... and now she's accepted a permanent job with Country Music Television. We talk to the CBS resident who's just about to move to Toronto to start her new career in broadcasting.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Melissa Parrott)
Right click to Download August 31, 2009__CMT contestant lands job
[mp3 file: runs 4:06]
August 31, 2009__Paradise fire station
Firefighters get political over the level of protection available to the people of Paradise... saying it's a matter of their own survival. We get details from the president of the St. John's Fire Fighters Association.
(Jeff Gilhooly with Chuck Nurse)
Right click to Download August 31, 2009__Paradise fire station
[mp3 file: runs 4:34]
August 31, 2009__Sheaves Cove beating
In Sheaves Cove on the province's west coast, women are afraid to walk alone. We hear some tape from last week describing a beating one woman in the community endured based on a long-standing land fued. Then we speak with the chair of the Local Service District for the area about the public meeting being held to address the issue.
(Sheaves Cove resident Shelly Jesso; Jeff Gilhooly with Travis Young)
Right click to Download August 31, 2009__Sheaves Cove beating
[mp3 file: runs 11:32]
August 28, 2009__Christopher Pratt's journal
We have a chat with Newfoundland's best known visual artist - who turns over 50 years of journal entries into his latest book.
(David Cochrane with Christopher Pratt)
Right click to Download August 28, 2009__Christopher Pratt's journal
[mp3 file: runs 7:35]
August 28, 2009__The Fields of Athenry
In Newfoundland, "The Fields of Athenry" is becoming much more than a popular soccer song. It's the name of Nolan Hall's major new development in Green's Harbour. The realtor is turning more than a hundred acres in the Trinity Bay community into a deluxe spa, a high end restaurant, and a hundred condominium villas, all with ocean views. Suzanne Woolridge made the trip to Greens Harbour this week.
Right click to Download August 28, 2009__The Fields of Athenry
[mp3 file: runs 6:29]
August 28, 2009__Granny Bates
It's the end of era in St. John's.
After 23 years in business Granny Bates children's bookstore is closing it's doors.
Owner Nora Flynn has been there the whole time.
Right click to Download August 28, 2009__Granny Bates
[mp3 file: runs 5:18]
August 27, 2009__Bill Cosby on Lanier Phillips and Newfoundland
Our arts producer speaks with comedian Bill Cosby on a wide range of topics... from the story of Lanier Phillips and racism in America... to religion in Newfoundland... and even the issue of Newfoundland potholes!
(Suzanne Woolridge with Bill Cosby)
Right click to Download August 27, 2009__Bill Cosby on Lanier Phillips and Newfoundland
[mp3 file: runs 8:05]
August 27, 2009__Psychiatric license revoking
Psychiatrist Thomas Cantwell lost his license this week to practice medicine in this province. The ruling follows his admission that he had a sexual relationship with a patient... but he's not the first in this province. We get reaction from the president of the Canadian Psychiatric Association.
(David Cochrane with Dr. Susan Abbey)
Right click to Download August 27, 2009__Psychiatric license revoking
[mp3 file: runs 4:32]
August 27, 2009__NASA-Newfoundland connection
NASA is using Newfoundland technology in its space shuttle. We find out about how local software will help protect the Discovery during its next launch.
(David Cochrane with Piotr Waclawek)
Right click to Download August 27, 2009__NASA-Newfoundland connection
[mp3 file: runs 6:11]
August 27, 2009__Maverick Sports endures damage - again
A downtown business tries to recover from this week's fire on Water Street that destroyed Pasta Plus. It's the second time in the past few years that Maverick Sports and Collectables will have to put the pieces back together. We speak with the store's owner to find out how bad the damage is - and his plans for the future.
(David Cochrane with Andrew Corbett)
Right click to Download August 27, 2009__Maverick Sports endures damage - again
[mp3 file: runs 4:46]
August 27, 2009__St. John's Skating Club shutdown
The St. John's Skating Club is being "put on ice." After 75 years, the club is shutting its doors. We speak with the head coach to find out why.
(David Cochrane with Amanda Vallis)
Right click to Download August 27, 2009__St. John's Skating Club shutdown
[mp3 file: runs 5:31]
August 27, 2009__Sheila Guy-Murphy's council bid
We talk to the latest challenger to announce candidacy in the upcoming St. John's municipal elections: a well-known face and name running in Ward Four.
(David Cochrane with Sheilagh Guy-Murphy)
Right click to Download August 27, 2009__Sheila Guy-Murphy's council bid
[mp3 file: runs 7:07]
August 26, 2009__DDC on downtown construction woes
St. John's residents pick up the cause of downtown businesses affected by construction related to the harbour cleanup project. We hear some of that reaction, and then we speak with the chair of the Downtown Development Corporation about how these businesses are suffering.
(Morning Line callers; David Cochrane with John McCarthy)
Right click to Download August 26, 2009__DDC on downtown construction woes
[mp3 file: runs 9:25]
August 26, 2009__Ocean Ranger "Random Thoughts"
There's a new book about to be released comprised of poems and memories of a 21-year-old man who lost his life in the Ocean Ranger tragedy. We remember Greg Tiller through his childhood friend - the book's author.
(David Cochrane with Steve Porter)
Right click to Download August 26, 2009__Ocean Ranger "Random Thoughts"
[mp3 file: runs 5:59]
August 26, 2009__Compusult's downtown proposal
On Tuesday's show we heard about a new development slated for the west-end of Water Street in St. John's. Today we met the men behind the plans.
(David Cochrane with Compusult co-owners Barry O'Rourke and Paul Mitten)
Right click to Download August 26, 2009__Compusult's downtown proposal
[mp3 file: runs 5:13]
August 26, 2009__Signal Hill road plan
If you like to drive up Signal Hill... you're soon going to have to do it a little differently. We sent our roving reporter to the national historic site where he met up with the site supervisor to find out what's planned.
(Cecil Haire with Scott Andrews)
Right click to Download August 26, 2009__Signal Hill road plan
[mp3 file: runs 5:26]
August 26, 2009__Facebook hack
We speak with a woman in Port aux Basques who tells us her incredible story of being hacked.
(David Cochrane with Ann Cousins)
Right click to Download August 26, 2009__Facebook hack
[mp3 file: runs 7:27]
August 25, 2009__Downtown construction and business
St. John's downtown businesses are looking to city hall for some help. They say the harbour cleanup project is costing them in the form of lost customers due to reduced accessibility. We speak with the mayor about the issue.
(David Cochrane with Dennis O'Keefe)
Right click to Download August 25, 2009__Downtown construction and business
[mp3 file: runs 9:48]
August 25, 2009__Lanier Philips on Cosby, St. Lawrence and Hollywood
We know his story... but why is Lanier Philips rubbing shoulders with a comedy legend? The best-known survivor of the 1942 wrecks near St. Lawrence of the American warships Pollux and Truxton talks about his on-stage debut with Bill Cosby, his experience with the people of St. Lawrence that changed his life, and how his story might be going to Hollywood!
(Truxton survivor Lanier Philips)
Right click to Download August 25, 2009__Lanier Philips on Cosby, St. Lawrence and Hollywood
[mp3 file: runs 5:30]
August 25, 2009__Sunshine Park rowdiness
The Sunshine Rotary Park on Thorburn Road in St. Philips has become a late-night hangout for teens - some of whom are drinking and vandalizing. The situation has one local shopkeeper calling for 24-hour security. We speak with her about what she's gone through, and then with the chair of the St. John's Parks and Recreation Committee to find out what can be done.
(David Cochrane with Jill Sharpe; councillor Shannie Duff)
Right click to Download August 25, 2009__Sunshine Park rowdiness
[mp3 file: runs 10:32]
August 25, 2009__Cavell Park and Arcade building
In addition to the issue of the Sunshine Park teens, David Cochrane also spoke with Shannie Duff about a couple of other issues - the fight to save a local green space, and a development plan for ther old Arcade building in downtown St. John's.
(David Cochrane with Shannie Duff)
Right click to Download August 25, 2009__Cavell Park and Arcade building
[mp3 file: runs 6:32]
August 24, 2009__Cougar crash mysteries
We take a look at the loss of Cougar helicopter flight 491 through the eyes of a journalist who delved into the mysteries behind the crash for Esquire magazine.
(Central Morning Show host Leigh Anne Power with Chris Jones
Right click to Download August 24, 2009__Cougar crash mysteries
[mp3 file: runs 7:43]
August 24, 2009__Yes We Can! food drive update
We get an update on CBC's summer food drive from the Community Food Sharing Association... and hear a tale about two young volunteers.
(David Cochrane with Eg Walters and twins David and Andrew Hogan)
Right click to Download August 24, 2009__Yes We Can! food drive update
[mp3 file: runs 5:58]
August 24, 2009__School books and backbacks
We get an update from the Newfoundland and Labrador Chiropractic Association on the do's and dont's when it comes to loading up your child's backpack for the return to class in the fall.
(David Cochrane with NLCA president Dr. Darrell Wade)
Right click to Download August 24, 2009__School books and backbacks
[mp3 file: runs 3:43]
August 24, 2009__Paradise new home fires
Hurricane Bill may have passsed our province without any major incident... but the town of Paradise wasn't so fortunate with fire Sunday night. The Morning Show's Maggie Gillis met up with the foreman for Calco Homes to find out what happened with two new houses under construction.
(Maggie Gillis with Brad Peddle)
Right click to Download August 24, 2009__Paradise new home fires
[mp3 file: runs 5:22]
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