NL: St. John's Morning

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Bedbug infestation

A rowhouse bedbug infestation in St. John' s has many people squirming - and talking. Tom Osborne, the MHA for St. John's South, shares his frustrations over how the city and province are dealing with the problem.

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Renaming Goodwill Gaming

The group that plays video games to raise money for charity has received a cease and desist order from another organization with a similar name. Jillian Thistle is the treasurer for Goodwill Gaming, whose motto is "We play so they can play."

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Gonorrhea on the rise

You may not want to search Google images for gonorrhea: It's not pretty, and it appears local infection rates are up. Eastern Health's medical officer of health, Dr. David Allison, looks at the rise in the number of reported cases.

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Premier's dropping popularity

How much lower can the premier go in the popularity polls and still stay in power? Two former provincial cabinet ministers - PC Trevor Taylor and Liberal John Efford - talk it out.

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Saying goodbye to Shannie

St. John's deputy mayor is stepping down after more than three decades of city council service. Shannie Duff takes a stroll through the changes she's seen in St. John's since being first elected in 1977.

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Expanding capelin markets

A local fish exporter is proposing rule changes to allow capelin to roll into new markets. Karl Sullivan of the Barry Group gives a preview of his presentation at the World Seafood Congress taking place this week at MUN.

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Cape Bretoner's Beaumont Hamel experience

Cape Breton journalist Lindsay Kite describes the transformation she went through while visiting the Newfoundland War Memorial, honouring the men who were killed in a vicious campaign on the first day of the Battle of the Somme.

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Harbour Grace church sale

People in Harbour Grace are worried their church could be turned into a brewery. George Chalker, executive director of the Heritage Foundation, looks at the past and future of Immaculate Conception Cathedral.

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Association for New Canadians live show

A lot of people from many countries now live in this province. We take the show out of the studio to meet some of them, hear them perform in a choir and meet Bridget Foster, who's been there to welcome almost all of them over the last 30 years.

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Irish Rovers farewell

They will rove no more: The Irish Rovers start their farewell tour in Newfoundland. Band member George Millar looks back at 50 years of roving, and then you get your chance to catch them live compliments of the Morning Show.

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Stolen artifacts

A strange case involving stolen artifacts - including some items from Memorial University - comes to an end in Nova Scotia. CBC Halifax producer Blair Rhodes has the bizarre story of John Mark Tillman's life of thievery.

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Butting out on campus

Some students at Memorial University say a new campus-wide smoking ban has already gone up in smoke. Sheila Miller, MUN's director of Health and Safety, responds to criticism and complaints surrounding the ban.

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Glamour, glitz and great hair

A local hair stylist makes the final cut in a big competition, but she needs your help to win. Stephanie Russell from The Head Room in St. John's is the only stylist from Atlantic Canada in the running for the Redken Canada competition.

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Election: Clarke's Beach

It was called the "most dysfunctional municipality in Canada" by a national media outlet. Terry Roberts, editor of The Compass newspaper in Conception Bay North, was keeping a sharp eye on the Clarke's Beach results.

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Election: Conception Bay South

It's a changing of the guard as Woodrow French, the long-time mayor of Conception Bay South, loses his job to former councillor Ken McDonald.

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Tips for successful sporting events

Many people are complaining about the Mud Immortal competition in Butterpot Park this past weekend. With some advice on how to properly put off such a large-scale event is Randy Ball, race director for the Tely 10 Mile Road Race.

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Hope Air

It's a group that helps people get the health care they need by raising money to pay for flights. Doug Keller Hobson is executive director and Jim Burton is regional director and chair of national fundraising for Hope Air.

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Subdivision construction woes

An eldery couple in Portugal Cove-St. Philip's say they're forced to catch rain water for bathing and cleaning after nearby construction left their well dry. The Morning Show's Caroline Hillier checked in on Edna and Edgar Spurrell.

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Dreadlock chop for charity

CBC employee John Pike is hacking off 13 years of dreadlocks live on the St. John's Morning Show next week. He and Geoff Eaton, executive director of Young Adult Cancer Canada, drop by to set up John's pledge for "Shave for The Brave."

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Polio resurgence

A high-profile doctor from St. John's who works with the World Health Organization says the fight against polio is suffering a crippling blow. Dr. Bruce Aylward is the WHO's assistant director general for polio.

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Mud Immortal complaints

They were promised mud, sweat and tears, but many participants say they were left with just tears. Julia Kawamoto and Virginia Middleton were among the almost 5,000 participants, many of whom are demanding answers from the event organizer.

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Election mugshots

Would you hang Dennis O'Keefe in a gallery? How about Lorne Loder? Professional photographer Greg Locke takes our Caroline Hillier on a critic's tour of candidates' photos in St. John's election.

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Portugal Cove-St. Philip's mayoral candidates

The two men running for the position of mayor in Portugal Cove-St. Philip's face off in the studio. Bill Fagan is the incumbent mayor, while councillor Moses Tucker is looking to replace him.

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Portugal Cove-St. Philip's election issues

There's the church, and there's the steeple...on the ground. But that's just one issue. The Morning Show's Adam Walsh finds out what people in the community have on their minds as election day draws near.

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Defending Castle Hill

A man who grew up near Castle Hill National Historic Site in Placentia Bay says the place is looking run down. Ron Miller describes what he and his family saw on a trip to the site recently.

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St. John's mayoral candidates

Our look at the municipal election on the northeast Avalon focuses on the capital city, with Sheilagh O'Leary and Dennis O'Keefe dropping by the studio for a chat about St. John's issues.

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St. John's election issues

A lot of people are saying what they want in their city, but are they going to get out and vote for it? The Morning Show's Adam Walsh finds out what townies say are the big issues.

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Pullover laws

You know what to do when a police cruiser is behind you with flashing lights, but what about when passing a scene where someone's already been hauled in? RCMP constable Dennis Hann explains why he's pushing for legislation to make him feel safer at work.

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Pullover laws

You know what to do when a police cruiser is behind you with flashing lights, but what about passing a scene where someone's already been hauled in? RCMP constable Dennis Hann explains why he wants the province to pass a law so he can feel safer at work.

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Torbay mayoral candidates

The Morning Show's municipal election coverage continues with the candidates for mayor in Torbay. Incumbent mayor Bob Codner and councillors Ralph Tapper and Brian Whitty drop by the studio to have their say.

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Torbay Your Way

The motto is "Torbay Your Way," but which way is that exactly? Adam Walsh continues his look at the people who want your vote on the northeast Avalon with a look at the issues in Torbay.

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Rebuilding Haiti

A survivor of the massive earthquake that wrecked Haiti three years ago brings his story of hope to St. John's. As he prepares to return to his Caribbean home, Haitian pastor Benite Jeune speaks with Morning Show producer Rod Etheridge.

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CBS mayoral debate

Three people have their names on the ballot to be mayor of Conception Bay South. Councillor Ken McDonald, electrician Gord Taylor and current mayor Woody French take their places in the studio.

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Conception Bay South election issues

It's pretty big, but CBS is battling some small-town problems. The Morning Show's Adam Walsh takes a look at what's on the minds of CBS residents as they prepare to go to the polls next week.

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Paradise mayoral debate

It's the battle for Paradise as the four people running for mayor of that community make their live pitch to voters. Dan Bobbett, Kurtis Coombs, Allan English and Darryl Power along with host Anthony Germain use up all the mics to talk politics.

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Paradise development

The town of Paradise seems to be busting at the seams... but is it being developed too quickly? The Morning Show's Adam Walsh went looking for opinions.

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Taking a stand against Targa

A Carbonear resident who's been ticked off by Targa Newfoundland says she won't let the yearly road rally force her out of her home like it did last year. Christine Lynch tells Anthony why she has no intentions to relocate when Targa hits town.

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Coronation Street stars in town

Corrie fans are in for a big treat this weekend as two of the show's stars hit St. John's for a couple of shows. Mikey North - aka Gary Windass - tells Anthony what he and Ian Puleston-Davies (Owen Armstrong) are up to.

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Labrador bravery award

Two RCMP officers took home Bravery Awards earlier this week for their work in Hopedale back in 2001. One of those officers, Sergeant Jag Soin, recounts the chilling incident that led to him and Corporal Denise Roussel receiving the award.

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Bank robbery...not!

Adam Walsh shares a bizarre story about the bank robbery that never was. Find out what he learned when he went looking for details of a reported robbery attempt in St. John's this week.

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Need for immigration lawyers

With all the talk lately of a possible law school for Memorial University, one listener wonders why there aren't any immigration lawyers in St. John's. Elizabeth Long, who's originally from here, works as an immigration lawyer in Toronto.

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Kingsnake discovery

A St. John's woman came across an unwelcome visitor in her back yard earlier this week. Morrissette Denic tells Anthony about her surprise in finding a live, four-foot long snake hanging out on her property.

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CBN candidates

Democracy is definitely in action in Clarke's Beach where there are a whopping 25 candidates running for council. With details on that and other races in Conception Bay North is Terry Roberts, an editor at the Compass Newspaper.

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MUN law school

Memorial University has been gauging public opinion on the possibility of a local law school. The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Dr. Lynn Phillips, is chair of the Law School Feasibility Study Committee.

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Cruise ship cancellations

There have been a couple of cruise ships that have had to cancel a planned trip into the port of St. John's due to weather issues. Dave Snow, president of Wildland Tours, talks about what that means for local businesses that depend on tourism.

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Fire services transfer to St. John's

The town of Logy Bay-Middle Cove-Outer Cove on the north-east Avalon may become even more reliant on St. John's for fire services. The amalgamated town's mayor John Kennedy talks to Cec about the plan to hand off services to the capital city.

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Deep Bight feral cats

A student in the Clarenville area is luring wild cats into her home in hopes to get the feral cat population in-check before the snow falls. Alisha Avery of Deep Bight talks to Anthony about her endeavour.

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Engineering D-Day mug kerfuffle

The dean of Engineering at Memorial University apologizes on behalf of students who distributed a racy novelty beer mug to MUN students. Greg Naterer talks to Anthony about the fallout after a "D-Day" prop is given the thumbs-down.

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MUN memory: Car in lobby prank

A photo of my "Nash Metropolitan" as seen in a lobby. It was a two-tone hardtop, red and white. America's first sub-compact, it was manufactured from 1954 to 1961, retailed for $1445 and now fetches $15,000! Roland Avery (It weighed 1,800 lbs)

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Sailing Quidi Vidi Lake

A couple of national sailing champs are out on Quidi Vidi Lake testing their skills on the water. Adam Walsh catches up with sailor Jonathan Ladha to find out more - such as the new sponsorship deal that'll help them stay on course for the 2016 Olympics.

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Kaetlyn Osmond's Marystown homecoming

People in Marystown were thrilled Sunday to welcome homegrown Canadian figure skating champion Kaetlyn Osmond as she pays a visit to her hometown for a few days. The mayor of Marystown, Sam Synard, looks at what's planned for the teen sensation's visit.

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No doctor for dementia patient

A Bay Roberts woman diagnosed with dementia has been left with no doctor for treatment. Rubina Wilhorski and her husband Wally drop by the studio to explain the difficult situation they've been left in.

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Firefighting dangers

A firefighter takes us inside the fire to illustrate the dangers of battling a blaze inside an old building. Central Fire Station shift superintendent Derek Chafe talks to Adam Walsh just outside the fire station.

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Tan-free grads

Some city students are campaigning to keep their peers out of tanning beds this school year. Darrell Yetman is the coordinator of "Tanning, Sun Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness" with the Canadian Cancer Society in St. John's.

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Cost of treating wastewater

There are new federal regulations concerning the cleaning up of wastewater treatment systems for communities. The national president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, Claude Dauphin, looks at the financial fallout from the new regulations.

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Former mine workers sought

It's a gold mine of history: Digging up Bell Island's past and reconnecting with the last of the Bell Island miners. Catherine Dempsey of the Bell Island Heritage Society puts out her pitch for assistance.

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Remembering Harry Cuff

Prominent Newfoundland publisher and historian Harry Cuff died on Saturday at the age of 85. His life-long friend and colleague Leonard Williams looks back at his life and accomplishments.

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Duckworth Street fire

Wednesday's nasty fire in the area of Duckworth Street and Bates Hill in downtown St. John' destroyed three buildings. Adam Walsh speaks with someone who spent a lot of time in one of those buildings: Bill Hynd of Oxfam Canada.

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Wednesday's live show from Memorial University with The Novaks

The Morning Show comes live from the University Centre at Memorial University welcoming the thousands of students who start classes today. Along with the complimentary food and coffee and great interviews, The Novaks rock us into the new school year!

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Education director on combined boards

As everyone gets into the back to school groove, some are asking whether fewer education administrators will be able to deliver the same quality of education. Darrin Pike is the CEO/Director of Education of the new province-wide English school board.

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Combined school boards

Teachers and students head back to class this week to a bit of a different situation with the four English school boards collapsed into one. With details on what that change will mean is Nathan Whalen, president of the Federation of School Councils.

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Settling into The House of Commons

After a byelection win four months ago to become the MP for Labrador, Yvonne Jones talks about moving from the House of Assembly to the House of Commons.

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New jobs in new union

The largest private sector union in the country was created over the weekend... and two people from this province are playing an integral role. Lana Payne is currently president of the NL Federation of Labour and Earle McCurdy is president of the FFAW.

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Morning Show's Goodbye To Summer Bash

From our front steps, relive our morning celebration with live music from Sherman Downey and chats with special guests amid the steady stream of visitors dropping off donations of school recess items for the Bridges to Hope organization.

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Getting in the Halloween spirit

It may be more than two months away...but some people in St. John's are already picking out Halloween costumes and decorations. The Morning Show's Caroline Hillier drops by "Spirit Halloween" to find out what's hot and scary.

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NL well represented at fast-pitch tournament

Two teams are representing this province at the Senior Mens' Fast Pitch Canadian Championships in Stratford, Ontario. Defending champs Three Cheers Pub and Don Cherry's St. John's Fastball Club are there: Joey Maynard is a member of Don Cherry's.

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Local company booming in Ontario

A Newfoundland-born and bred company is expanding...just not here. Blue Line Innovations produces devices to monitor energy consumption. CEO Peter Porteous talks about the company's success on the mainland.

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NL shown on ostrich egg map

A European collector believes he's identified the oldest known globe depicting The New World. It dates back to 1504 and Newfoundland is clearly on it! Belgian map collector and historical researcher Stefaan Missinne talks about the discovery.

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Ward councillor acclaimed

He's already elected for a spot on St. John's City Council... even though we don't go to the polls for another month. Municipal candidate Danny Breen drops by to talk about his early win in Ward One.

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Pharmacy robberies

The operator of an addictions drop-in centre in Carbonear says he isn't surprised by recent pharmacy robberies. Jeff Bourne, who runs the U-Turn Drop-In Centre in Carbonear along with his wife, talks to Anthony about the growing problem with addicts.

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2016 Olympics sailing dreams

They're the first Newfoundlanders to win a national sailing championship - and they're hoping to compete in the 2016 Olympics if they can raise some funds. Jonathan Ladha is half of the medal-winning St. Philip's sailing duo along with Daniel Inkpen.

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Getting the youth political

Engaging youth in municipal politics is the challenge, but can social media be the answer? Craig Pollett is with Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador and Michael Walsh is with the Canadian Federation of Students.

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The grey tide is coming

On Monday's show, planners for the cities of St. John's and Mount Pearl talked about preparing for an ever-aging population. With a look at the issue from another viewpoint is Kelly Heisz of the Seniors Resource Centre of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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Back-To-School shopping

The Morning Show's Caroline Hillier goes back-to-school shopping to determine the cost of filling a school bag for an average student. Speaking of students... be sure to pay attention as you can win one of those bags at our special event on Friday.

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City planning for aging populations

What are our cities doing to get ready for the "grey tide" as our population ages? Stephen Jewczyk is a director of planning and development in Mount Pearl. Jill Brewer heads up the new Department of Community Services in St. John's.

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Urban planning

Building safer streets on a smaller budget. Adam Walsh spends some time with "urban planning geek" Sean Murray to hear about his not-so-crazy idea.

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Paradise detour dangers

A Paradise mom says a new detour from Topsail Road through her subdivision will lead to someone getting hurt. The Morning Show's Adam Walsh dropped by Lakeside Subdivision to hear Angela Moyse's concerns.

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Placentia mayor's last term

Long-time politician Bill Hogan is saying goodbye to politics. The Placentia mayor, who won't be seeking re-election in September, talks to Anthony about his decision to call it quits.

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Above and Beyond: Fire rescue

In this week's edition of a series concerning random acts of kindness, off-duty volunteer firefighter Phillip Whitten tells the story of being in the right place at the right time one night in Torbay this summer.

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Dangerous drivers risk to firefighters

Firefighters who respond to vehicle accidents are asking motorists to slow down. Todd Brophy, the fire chief in Conception Bay South, talks with Adam Walsh about how dangerous drivers are putting the lives of firefighters at risk.

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Welcoming home Kaetlyn Osmond

Marystown is getting ready for Kaetlyn Osmond's homecoming. Paul Lambe, a relative of the figure skating phenomenon, is preparing a big welcome home party for the teen who turned the figure skating world on its head last winter.

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Screening for Cystic Fibrosis

The lazy, dog days of summer haven't slowed him down. The provincial advocate for Cystic Fibrosis Canada, John Bennett, is continuing his push to have newborns screened for the genetic disorder.

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Hockey Whiz Kid

14-year-old Julia Fitzpatrick has been turning heads with her hockey moves. Now the Torbay teen is preparing to study and play at prep school in Ontario. Julia and her mom, Jackie, talk about about her bright future in the classroom and on the ice.

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Distracted drivers

It's a disturbing trend: The numbers show more and more accidents are being caused by distracted drivers. Rudy Singleton of Safety Services NL talks to Adam about what it's going to take for people to put down their cell phones.

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Date-rape drug detection

A straw and a cup could hold the key to protecting people from date-rape drugs. Mike Abramson - the guy behind "Drink Savvy" - tells Anthony about it and what he's doing to get it to market.

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Player piano reassembled and for sale

Bringing new life to an old piano: A hundred-year-old piece of musical history might end up in your living room... if you've got big bucks and a big enough space. Karim Danoway is the owner of Newfound Pianos in Harbour Main.

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Argentia ferry returns

The Argentia ferry service is about to restart with the Atlantic Vision expected back on the run Wednesday. Philip Meade, the owner of a bed and breakfast in Placentia, talks to Anthony about the effect the ferry's absence has been having.

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Alleged drunk driving fatality

Years after his son died in a drunk driving accident, Richard Murphy cringed to hear another family is going through similar grief. He talks to Anthony about the problem of drunk drivers and how to get them off our roads.

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CBS T'Railway vehicles

A popular walking and biking trail has apparently turned into a short-cut in the town of Conception Bay South. Deputy-mayor John Hicks explains how council is cracking down on drivers heading down the wrong path.

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Sharing the road

Car driver or bicyclist: Who really owns the road... and how do we bring the two together? The CBC's Ian Campbell takes a look at the move toward sharing the road.

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MS Liberation Therapy study results

Mark Lane of Holyrood went to Poland for the controversial Zamboni procedure for Multiple Sclerosis that links the disease to blocked neck veins. He talks to Anthony about the results of the Canadian study that found no such link.

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That old, expensive black rum

There's a big price tag on a bottle of rum in St. John's. Cec Haire heads to the Liquor Store and gets the goods from the Newfoundland Liquor Corporation's Greg Gill.

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Bagby tragedy revisited

It was a tragic crime that caught international attention. This week marks 10 years since the murder-suicide death of young Zachary Turner at the hands of his mother Shirley Turner. Zachary's grandfather David Bagby talks about where we are today.

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Above and Beyond: Kiss

In this week's edition of our series about random acts of kindness, a teenager turns a bad experience at a rock concert into a wonderful memory. 15-year-old Leah McDonald and her dad Adam share their story with Cec.

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Stolen tricycle sparks good deed

A good Samaritan steps in to help after a child's bike is stolen. Emerson Squires and his mom Dara drop by the studio for a chat with guest-host John Furlong about the continuing search for the missing three-wheeler.

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St. John's election panel

With the upcoming election in St. John's, two former councillors who aren't running agreed to come in and talk about those who are. Councillor Debbie Hanlon won't be running this time around, and Keith Coombs stepped down after the last election.

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Backpacks For Kids

It's time to help children in need get ready for back to school. Cec heads to the Bell Aliant Centre in Mount Pearl and meets Kelly Murphy of Bell Aliant and the CEP's Karen White - the union that represents workers at Bell Aliant.

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Senate expense scandal

Senators Mike Duffy, Pamela Wallin and others in the Red Chamber have been undergoing audits of their expenses. Newfoundland senator George Baker weighs in on the scandal that continues to rock Ottawa.

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Canada Games basketball assists record

A young St. John's basketball star showcased his skills earlier this month at the Canada Summer Games in Sherbrooke, Quebec. Brett Warner and Team Newfoundland and Labrador coach Erica Kennedy drop by to talk about the record-breaking experience.

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Elizabeth Avenue daycare meeting

A proposed daycare for the St. John's Native Friendship Centre has some area residents lining up in the "nimby" camp. At a public meeting Tuesday night, more than 50 people on both sides of the debate got their chance to make their views known.

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First flight

He's been waiting for a while to capture what he's calling a once-in-a-lifetime shot. Amateur photographer Rick Johnson tells the Morning Show's Adam Walsh how his eagle eye and soaring determination paid off with a "Lucky" moment.

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Ferry failures and tourism fallout

What do the various Marine Atlantic ferry failures this summer mean for the province's tourism industry? Guest-host John Furlong discusses that with Darlene Thomas, chair of Hospitality Newfoundland & Labrador.

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CAW/CEP merger

Two huge unions in Canada will morph into one in order to fight what they see as an attack on the labour movement. Lana Payne, president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour, gives her thoughts on the issue.

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Electronics recycling fees

You can now recycle electronics in this province, but not all communities will have a depot. Terry Greene, program director with the Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA), looks at the recycling process, locations and fees.

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CeeBees finances

It's a make-or-break year for the Conception Bay North Eastlink Ceebee Stars as senior hockey turns to the only thing that can save it -- the fans! CeeBees coach Ian Moores talks hockey and money with guest-host John Furlong.

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Fitness Series #10: Adopting a healthy lifestyle

The Morning Show's summer fitness series wraps up with a look at what it takes to stay strong, apart from a regular workout. Physiotherapist Justin Whittle looks beyond the gym for other ways to stay fit without machines and weights.

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Geo-illiteracy chat and quiz

MUN students who can't find the Atlantic Ocean on a map have inspired educators from around the globe to meet in St. John's. Dalhousie University Geography professor James Boxall discussed the issue with John... who then tries to stump a few brave souls.

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Vintage player piano

It's a rare find: A vintage, world-class player piano with Newfoundland ties... and it could be yours. Karim Dannawy, the owner of Newfound Piano, drops by to explain.

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Above and Beyond

The Morning Show is looking for your stories of people who go that extra mile to make a difference in someone's life. 20-year-old Charles Borg starts us off with his tale of going "Above And Beyond" at the beach one day this summer.

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Municipal election website

One student in St. John's has taken on the task of creating a special website to make the municipal election easier to understand. Sherwin Flight talks to John Furlong about the offerings at http://www.stjohns2013.ca

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Stolen van

A Corner Brook visited St. John's for a weekend of fun... only to go home empty-handed. Mark Lombard tells John Furlong about losing his vehicle and everything inside it.

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Regatta history

They'll be lining up at the stakes all day at Quidi Vidi Lake for the 195th annual Royal St. John's Regatta... or is it the 162nd running of the races? With answers to this and other burning questions is Regatta historian Jack Fitzgerald.

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NDP and the Regatta

The leader of the federal NDP is in St. John's today to take in the Regatta, but before Tom Mulcair hits lakeside he meets John Furlong... studioside.

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100 years of memories

This Regatta Day is a special one for Mrs. Mary Ann Bugden as she celebrates her 100th birthday. The Morning Show's Caroline Hillier had a chat with her on Tuesday as she prepared for the big day.

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Robin Hood Bay gulls

There's a battling brewing with the gulls at the St. John's landfill in Robin Hood Bay. A lot of money is going towards tackling the problem, so Cec meets up with Paul Mackey - the deputy city manager with Public Works - to find out how it's being spent.

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Baseball suspensions

Major league baseball makes another attempt to clean up its act... but are the latest doping suspensions the end of the story? Avid fans Carl Lake and Randal Wheeler sit down with John to take a hard look at the sport.

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Regatta men's crews

Where have all the Royal St. John's Regatta men's crews gone? Cec poses that question to Gerard Doran, long involved in the annual event and in the development of the sport.

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National Food Day... every day

The Pantry restaurant in St. John's hopes to turn a national one-day event into a year-long practice. Sharon Snow is the restaurant's new executive chef and Greg Knott is manager of Revenue Development with the Newfoundland and Labrador Autism Society.

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Chesley Sweetapple update

A berrypicker was missing for six days in the barrens before being found alive late last week. Dave Sweetapple provides an update on his dad Chesley's condition as he recovers from his ordeal.

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Affordable housing building blitz

Habitat for Humanity is struggling to find deserving families to build homes for in St. John's. Nelson White, the organization's executive director in this province, tells John Furlong about the lack of applicants.

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Fitness Challenge #9: Group Exercise

In the 9th episode of his summer fitness series, physiotherapist Justin Whittle looks at running clubs and the power of exercising in a group.

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Fitness Challenge #8: Bike vs Treadmill

In the 8th part of his summer series on getting into a fitness routine and sticking to it, physiotherapist Justin Whittle is once again inside the gym - this time comparing two of the most popular machines.

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Online misinformation

Emails, facebook posts, tweets... it's so easy to get duped by online lies. Case in point: A chain letter full of errors is still making the rounds almost a decade since it was started. The Morning Show's Adam Walsh has been looking into this story and

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Maple Moose chips

They're the next big thing - At least that's what Tyler LeFrense is hoping. His potatoe chip recipe is a final four contender in the Lay's Do us a Flavour contest. The combo? Maple Moose. Tyler LeFrense joins host Jonathan Crowe

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Downed ferry costs business

Marine Atlantic is re-routing the Atlantic Vision to the Port aux Basques run for at least two weeks. The move is the fallout from Wednesday's ferry crash on the southwest coast that has taken the Blue Puttees out of service. Phillip Meade runs Rosedale

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Finding a fan

Looking to cool down? You're going to have to search a little harder. The temperature is rising and there are hardly any fans to be found. Katie Breen was sent on a scavanger hunt yesterday, and she joins Jonathan Crowe in studio.

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Income support

The province's Liberal Party is raising concerns about a financial program that many people rely on. "Income Support" provides financial benefits to low income families. But Liberal M-H-A Andrew Parsons says "Income support" is not being supported enoug

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Fire at Mallard Cottage

Just weeks away from it's opening day, the restaurant in Mallard Cottage went up in flames. The building has been under renovations for over a year. Todd Perrin is the owner. He joins Jonathan Crowe in studio.

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Teen author heads to South Korea

She's just finished her first year of MUN, is patiently waiting for her novel to be published, and is about to embark on a journey to South Korea. Caighlan Smith is only 19-years-old, but she's got a whole lot going on. She speaks with host Jonathan Cro

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Baby eagle

The royal baby isn't the only bald-headed newborn people are talking about... meet the newest addition to Cuckold's Cove. Photographer Rick Johnson has been keeping tabs on the bird since its birth in May, on Mother's Day. Reporter Katie Breen tagged al

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Permit problems for Holy Spirit construction

Permits, what permits? The town of Conception Bay South isn't impressed with the province's attitude towards building permits. Host Jonathan Crowe speaks with CBS mayor Woodrow French.

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Around the world

Beijing to London, England is a bit of a car ride. So is Vancouver to St. John's. Now imagine doing both. Well, that's exactly what Peter and Karith Buckingham went and did. The Aussie couple finished their around-the-world-trip at Cape Spear this week. A

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Cut from a different cloth

In his short time as the head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis has shown he's not afraid to speak his mind. Returning from a week-long trip to Brazil, the pontiff reached out to gays while answering questions from reporters. Joining me in the st

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Trail Rider

Part lawn chair, part wheelbarrow... It's not what comes to mind when you picture an off-roading adventure. But that's just what MUN's using to get people out into the field. Their new Trail Rider is aimed at getting people with mobility issues out and

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Grave Robbers

Funerals, losing loved ones, is never easy. Rolana Ryan's husband Ken passed away from cancer 10 months ago. Her mom died this past February. They are buried next to each other at Holy Sepulchre on Blackmarsh Road, but someone has been robbing items from

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Rum Tasting

Turns out an 18th century British Soldier's diet was pretty good. Well, at least according to the Morning Show's Adam Walsh. He checked out a rum tasting and mess dinner on Signal Hill last week, a joint Parks Canada, Restaurant Association event.

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Infectious Salmon Anemia

Two south coast aquaculture operations have been struck by ISA. To find out what this means and what it's got to do with your supermarket salmon, guest-host Jonathan Crowe speaks with Cyr Couturier of the Newfoundland Aquaculture Industry Association.

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CBC World Cup Soccer Weekend preview

Guest-host Jonathan Crowe hits the soccer pitch at St. Andrew's Elementary to get an early start to a special soccer event. He and Cec, young and older players, food vendors, and everyone else gets set for the main event taking place this Saturday.

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A Soldier's Tale

He spent seven months stationed in a war zone, and has returned home to tell the tale. Corporal Jamie MacWhirter from Corner Brook shares some stories from his book "A Soldier's Tale: A Newfoundland Soldier in Afghanistan."

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Downtown businesses and parking

With downtown parking spaces becoming harder to come by, businesses in St. John's say something's gotta give. Denis Mahoney - chair of the St. John's Board of Trade - talks downtown parking with Anthony.

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Tattoo regrets

Bad tattoos: Turns out there's a lot of them out there. Reporter Ariana Kelland hears some tattoo tales from people on the streets of St. John's. Following that Dave Monro, tattooist with Trouble Bound Studio, shares what he has seen and heard.

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Airport strike ends with "Solidarity Walk"

The strike at St. John's International Airport may be over, but the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) workers form ranks and have one last march together. Union spokesperson Chris Bussey talks to Cec as the union members prepare to return to work.

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Quidi Vidi development opposition

St. John's city council has given the go-ahead for a housing development in historic Quidi Vidi Village. However, there is opposition from some residents in the area. Business-owner Todd Perrin thinks development is chipping away at the historic charm.

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Rockin' Toutons at MUN

International students from places such as Zimbabwe, Brazil, Italy and India experience a taste of Newfoundland toutons for the first time. The Morning Show's Caroline Hillier took in Memorial University's "Rocking Toutons" event last week.

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In-App purchases

Paula Marner is a mom of seven-year-old twins... whose taps on an Apple iPod have resulted in a $3,000 credit card bill. Adam Walsh has the cautionary tale about kids racking up big bills playing games on smart devices.

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Airport strike ends

Picket lines are finally coming down as the St. John's International Airport Authority reaches a deal with PSAC. After 10 months of labour strife, airport workers will be back on the job Wednesday. Keith Collins is president and CEO of the authority.

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Food fishery surprise

A Spaniard's Bay fisherman hoping to catch some cod over the weekend ended up hooking and hauling up something much bigger. Fred Humber tells Anthony about his terrifying experience on the water.

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School zone speeding

Drivers in St. John's are speeding in school zones, but the city of Fredericton, N.B., had some success tackling that problem. Cec Haire has been speaking with Fredericton traffic engineer Darren Charters about that city's approach.

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Life savings missing

The brother of a patient who says he tucked away more than $22,000 in a hospital safe now says most of the money is missing. Kevin Seymour explains the circumstances leading to the discovery that his deceased brother Edward's life savings had been taken.

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Fitness Series #7: Best forms of exercise

Making the most of your gym membership: What exercises should you focus on... and what ones can you forget about? Physiotherapist Justin Whittle has the answers in the seventh edition of his summer fitness features.

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Skateboard/Critch skateboard

Local celebs team up for skate park Going about it the right way. That’s how two local television stars are describing the Port Union teens petitioning for a skate park. That story aired on yesterday’s show… Shortly after, some big names took to Twitter

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Local celebs team up for skate park

Going about it the right way. That's how two local television stars are describing the Port Union teens petitioning for a skate park. That story aired on yesterday's show... Shortly after, some big names took to Twitter to get the ball rolling. The M

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Vying for "top mom"

Over 24-thousand women were nominated. And now, just 20 remain in Walmart's Mom of the Year contest. One of those finalists is local nurse, Jackie Williams-Connolly of Petty Harbour - the only Newfoundlander in the race. The prize? 10-thousand dollars f

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Changes for Middle Cove Beach

It's not just the caplin who return to Middle Cove every summer. Thousands swarm to the popular beach each year and, sadly, that creates problems. Traffic becomes congested and there's broken glass and other debris left behind by those not so responsibl

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Wanted: A skate park in Port Union

They like to ride bikes, they like to ride skateboards... but what they'd really like, they don't have. At least, not in Port Union. The Morning Show's Todd O'Brien spoke with a few teenagers in an empty, paved lot off the town's main road.

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Pratt remembers Colville

Alex Colville - one of Canada's most revered contemporary painters of the 20th Century - died this week at the age of 92. More than 50 years ago, Newfoundland artist Christopher Pratt chose to go to Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick, W

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Dangerous drunks

Many of us remember sneaking a beer before we were quite old enough to do so legally. Some of us may have gone to a club while underage, or tried to slip past our parents without them smelling our breath after a party. Kids today do the same things, mos

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Workers needed in Calgary

There's always been work out west... but there's a new opportunity for those wanting to make a quick buck in Alberta. Many hands are needed for the clean up and rebuild of Calgary following severe flooding there a few weeks back. A businessperson is vis

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Fish and Chips

From processing fish to serving it up on a plate: Tough competition forced Jim Parsons to close the doors of his fish plant years ago. But now, he's moving on to a new venture - and he's sticking to what he knows best, fish. The Morning Show's Ariana Ke

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Culture of Outports

They shook an ugly stick, danced a jig, ate capelin AND got to learn a little about Port Union. A group of students and architects from Toronto were in town to listen and then build. It's part of something called "Culture of Outports." Each year the ar

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The Eagles...in review

A concert reviewer is saying The Eagles didn't treat their fans - or the media - with much respect over the weekend. Musician Chris Ledrew gives his thoughts on what he saw and heard. Then, reaction from a caller and St. John's musician Damian Follett.

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New Harbour bridge

One resident of New Harbour, Trinity Bay, says cabin owners in the area are putting themselves in danger by using a bridge that spans a small brook. Allan Williams tells Anthony why the "unsafe and unsanctioned" bridge shouldn't be in use.

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Alabama's National Watermelon Queen

The United Kingdom might have the Queen of Windsor...but the state of Alabama has the Queen of Watermelon. Meet the U.S. National Watermelon Queen, Amber Nolin.

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Fitness Challenge #6: Gym injuries

In the sixth edition of his weekly fitness column, physiotherapist Justin Whittle of the Proactive Physiotherapy clinics takes a look at how to deal with injuries in the gym.

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Dragon Boat elderly rower

Anyone can take part in this summer's dragon paddle event in Paradise. For proof Anthony speaks with Nancy Bennett who's on the Avalon Dragon Boating Association's board and Harley-riding Doreen Reardigan - rowing for her 3rd time at 81-years-young!

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Orangemen's Day Q&A

What do people on the street think or even know about the "Glorious Twelfth?" The Morning Show's Adam Walsh queries people on the streets of downtown St. John's on the Battle of the Boyne, and then a Scottish listener shares her knowledge.

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Salmon Fest VIP complaints

Safety concerns at the Salmon Fest this past weekend have an Ontario woman taking to Twitter: Her handle... @SalmonFestFail. Debbie Dwight is on her way back home to Toronto, but she's not letting her concert experience in Newfoundland pass by quietly.

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Westminster judge

A woman from this province has been chosen to judge "Best in Show" at the world's most prestigious dog show. Betty Regina-Leininger talks to Anthony about her life with dogs and the honour she's been bestowed with.

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Tombolo Multicultural Festival

Vendors are busy on the lawns of the Arts and Culture Centre in St. John's. Cec drops by to talk with Tombolo Multicultural Festival coordinator Zainab Jerrett and food vendor Masood Rasavi to find out about the international fair with outdoor flair.

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The case of the found safe

Construction workers discover a hidden treasure in a building on Water Street dating back to the 1800's. The Morning Show's Ariana Kelland sets out to crack the case by speaking with Jim Parsons - owner of the fish plant where the safe is being held.

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Live remote from CBS

It was a fabulous morning coming live from the Manuels River Hibernia Interpretation Centre in Conception Bay South. There were exhibit tours, a treasure hunt, lots of free coffee and conversation, prizes and giveaways... and live music with Chris Kirby.

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Ropewalk Lane dive-bombers

Some brazen birds have nested on the rooftop of a building in St. John's. Area resident Anne Porter describes her close call. Following that, MUN seabird expert Bill Montevecchi meets up with Cec to take a look at the avian attackers.

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Surviving Salmon Fest

The Morning Show's Adam Walsh takes to the streets of downtown St. John's in search of townie wisdom on getting to and making it through Salmon Fest, which takes place this weekend in Grand Falls-Windsor.

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Native Friendship Centre daycare

The St. John's Native Friendship Centre wants to open a daycare on Elizabeth Avenue. Area resident Melanie Del Rizzo explains why she wants to see it rejected. Then, Christopher Sheppard - who's with the Centre - gives details of the daycare plan.

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Pets left in cars

The town of Gander is considering charging a man who left his dog in the sweltering heat of a parked car. Cec checks in with Kristy Bailey of the St. John's SPCA to get her thoughts.

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London International Youth Science Forum

Future scientists from all over the world are heading to England later this month for a big science fair. MUN Chemistry student Christian Pearce from Clarenville will represent Canada at the 55th Annual International Youth Science Forum in London.

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Unpaid internships

The conversation continues over paid versus unpaid internships at Memorial University. On Monday some students had their say. Today Judith McFetridge-Durdle, the dean of Nursing, talks to Anthony about the internship program.

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Saving Paradise wetlands

He's only 16-years-old... but Brendan Kelly of Paradise has spent six years saving local wetlands. The Morning Show's Adam Walsh has one young man's story of conservation.

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Garbage box tourism

The appeal of the Newfoundland garbage box: Tourists talking trash bins! Maine native Ryan Swank and his daughter Tayden talk to Anthony about the colourful reasons they came to Newfoundland this summer.

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Bye Bye Beth

A familiar voice on the St. John's Morning Show is moving to the prairies. Beth Macdonell sits down in our studio with Anthony one last time to say goodbye.

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Unpaid internships

Students at Memorial University are speaking out about the divide between paid and unpaid internships. We hear some of that unrest, and then Anthony speaks with Candace Simms - director of External Affairs for the student union, MUNSU.

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Fitness Challenge #5: Personal trainers

After a break for Canada Day last Monday, physiotherapist Justin Whittle returns with the fifth edition of his fitness column. Today, are personal trainers worth the expense?

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Newfoundland Cupcakes in France

Portugal Cove... It's a long ways away from the bustling streets of Paris. But for a young Newfoundlander, Paris is a perfect place to set up shop. A cupcake shop, that is. Bobbie Maker is the owner of Bertie's Cupcakery in Paris. She joins me on the line

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What Happens Next

An Egyptian living here in St. John's is worried for his family back home. Egypt is facing a major transformation. After Islamic president Mohammed Morsi refused to step down, he was ousted by the Egyptian military. Power has been transferred to the head

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Giant Milk Can

Elliston is a pretty litte town, steeped in history, and home to a barrel-sized can of Carnation Milk. It's sitting outside Cliff Sangers's house.

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Folk Festival site swap

From a downtown party in the park, to a festival in an open field. The Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival is swapping sites this year. From Bannerman Park, to Bowring. To learn more, The Morning Show's Julie Skinner met up with one of the festival

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Quidi Vidi detour

The closure of Carnell Drive is causing concerns. The road is relatively small, but it's popular. Running right alongside Quidi Vidi Lake. And with the annual Regatta around the corner, there's concern that a detour will cause confusion and delays.

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Welfare trap

A young woman in St. John's is stuck in a welfare trap. Finding work as a twenty-something is hard. Endless emails, interviews and phone calls. The reward? That first paycheck and thoughts on how to spend it. But as the Morning Show's Adam Walsh tells us,

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Puffin watching

It's a long way to go to see a few puffins. But Elliston was a must stop for Tasmanian couple, Gary and Elizabeth Grey. Just offshore, birds nest on a couple of small islands. The Morning Show's Todd O'Brien joined the Grey's as they went to look for puff

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Burial at sea

58-year-old Randy Rose hoped to be buried at sea. But I don't think he could have imagined the send off he's going to get this morning. Rose spent some 30 years with the Coast Guard. He was a ship's cook, a union negotiator, and much respected. Rose died

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Tragic death

It was a tragic death in Thailand. A St. John's man is finding a way to keep his fiance's memory alive.

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Torbay caplin and sewage

The caplin are rolling.... straight into the town sewer. Kelley Bromley-Brits's family got vaccinated after eating caplin from Torbay beach. She speaks with Anthony, as does mayor Bob Codner.

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Airport Heights rats update

For an update on the rodent infestation in Airport Heights, Adam Walsh checks back with homeowner turned trapper, Chris Stamp, to see how the battle is going.

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Child porn investigators

How do police officers cope with investigating child pornography cases such as Operation Snapshot 2? Paul Gillespie, president and CEO of the Kids' Internet Safety Alliance, formerly headed up the Toronto Police Service's Child Exploitation Unit.

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