2015 | June 21-27 Father's Day

TABLE OF CONTENTSPublications Mail Agreement No. 0040012044 Registration No. 09027 Return undeliverable items to: The Newfoundland Herald, P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R7 17 20 14 STEVE KENT THE WHEELERS Deputy Premier Steve Kent dis- cusses the most important role in One family stands united and his life and career: fatherhood. strong in the face of a dehabilitat- ing illness. COVER PHOTO: DAVID LEYES QUOTE OF THE WEEK 24 32 “I remember being 24 and being terri- fied that I wouldn’t love him ... When he NL SPORTSMAN was born it just happened. It was some- NICKEL FILM FEST thing very automatic in me.” Founders Blackwood & Follett The 15th installment of the festi- — Joel Thomas Hynes talk 25 years of the iconic brand and NL’s hunting future. val is dedicated to spotlighting lo- cal independent filmmakers. INSIDE THIS WEEK 2 FROM THE ARCHIVES 34 YOUNG ISLANDERS 48 GET PUZZLED! 30 Celebrating our past Happy Father’s Day! Train your brain HERALD Q&A 3 WAIT TILL I TELLS YA 38 NEWS IN PERSPECTIVE 52 JANEWAY TELETHON Who’s your daddy? Sober second thought? Breaking records for kids April Wine guitarist Brian Greenway discusses the turbulent 4 LETTERS TO DAD 39 NEWS IN BRIEF 54 HOT TICKETS music scene and St. John’s return. Father’s day tributes NTV.ca News What’s new in theatres NOW AVAILABLE 8 PEOPLE 40 CRIME FLASHBACK 55 TV WEEK Local and Hollywood celebs The murderous child The best on TV this week ONLINE! 14 INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE 43 GHOST STORY 94 HERALD BOOK BONUS The Wheeler Family Help from beyond Autobiography of a Yogi 20 COVER STORY 43 HOROSCOPE 95 COMICS Joel & Percy Hynes Life according to the stars The Herald’s Funny Pages 26 SPORTS & LEISURE 44 A FINE OL’ SCOFF 100 KIDS’ CORNER NL Sportsman’s anniversary Dad’s sweet tooth Activities, art work, puzzles 30 THE HERALD’S Q&A 45 SOAP TALK 102 SCENES OF NL April Wine Daytime’s hottest topics Readers submit their photos 32 LOCAL ARTS & MORE 46 POSITIVE PARENTING 104 LAST LAUGH Nickel Independent Film Fest All-inclusive parenting Tickle your funnybone THIS WEEK’S HERALD CONTESTS! 36 LUCKY NUMBER 47 BABY OF THE YEAR 93 SNAPPY CASH PUZZLE WWW.NFLDHERALD.COM 46 COLOURING CONTEST 50 SUPER CASH PUZZLE 103 PHOTO CONTEST DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 1

From the Archives 37 YEARS AGO this week... Volume 69 No. 25 T his week in history, The Herald’s cover featured Jim Henson and his merry crew of Muppets. THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD. Henson’s smiling face was framed by the happy Published by the SUNDAY HERALD LTD., mugs of (From L-R) Kermit the Frog, Camilla the Chicken, 460 Logy Bay Road, St. John’s, Newfoundland. Waldorf, a caricature of puppeteer Frank Oz, Floyd Pepper, Kermit’s nephew Robin the Frog and Miss Piggy. The Mup- Tel.: (709) 726-7060, Fax: (709) 726-6971. pets debuted in 1955 on Sam and Friends, a local television Mail: P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R7. program in Washington D.C. The Muppets then began ap- pearing on Sesame Street in 1969, eventually branching off E-mail: [email protected]. into The Muppet Show in 1976. They Entire contents copyright 2015 starred in a number of feature length films which are still being © The Newfoundland Herald. All rights reserved. produced today. The most recent theatrical release of a Muppet movie was in March of 2014 with Muppet’s Most Wanted. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: In Newfoundland and Labrador – 26 issues for $44.27 + HST, 52 issues The word ‘muppet’ is a combination of puppet and (1 year) for $82.63 + HST. Call 1-800-901-4901. marionette, a word Jim Henson claims to have coined. PUBLISHING CREED 27 YEARS AGO this week... “If you abuse POWER you lose it, This week in history, The Herald cover featured Janet Ed- But if you do not use POWER monds, Newfoundland’s Model of the Year. Edmonds, of you also lose it.” St. John’s, was 22 years old in 1988 and her modeling ca- reer was taking off. Just two years prior, in 1986, Edmonds Publisher: The Sunday Herald Ltd. held the title of Miss Newfoundland and Labrador. G.W. Stirling In local news, Commercial Art students at the Cabot Insti- Founder: G. Scott Stirling tute of Applied Arts and Technology were working on a mural at the Janeway to provide sick kids with ‘a whole Cover Editor: Pam Pardy-Ghent new world of cartoon characters.’ 33 original characters were created by the students for the mural. Managing Editor: Elsewhere, James Spader’s movie career was taking off. From his Staff Writers: Dillon Collins, Wendy Rose first role as ‘Drunk Guy’ in a B-movie to a leading role co-starring Shannon Cleary with himself in Jack’s Back, Spader had come a long way. Art Director: Graphic Artists: Laurene Slaney, Tara Yetman “Just go for it. Don’t be afraid. If you’re thinking about Contributing Photographers: Scott Bowering, it, you’ve got to go for it.” — Janet Edmonds on life goals Bud Gaulton, Aamie Gillam, Sara Rostotski Guy Davis, 7 YEARS AGO this week... Contributing Writers: Danette Dooley, Jim Furlong, This week in history, The Herald cover featured the 2008 Gina Gill, Heidi Wicks, OZFM Summer Cruiser Team, which consisted of Ash- Danny Bulanadi ley Turner, James Hawksley and Eve Kelly. 2008 was Kel- Contributing Artist: Gary Oliver ly’s second summer with the Cruiser Team. In local news, Doc O’Keefe was elected as St. John’s 14th Sales/Circulation Manager: 570-5246 mayor, following the departure of the controversial and highly opinionated Andy Wells. O’Keefe, who served on Sales Representatives: Pam Wall: 570-5205 city council since 1997, won the race with 58 per cent of Stephanie Boland: 570-5215 the vote. O’Keefe still reigns as mayor, Jackie Sparkes-Arnold: 570-5263 after being re-elected in 2013. Judy Furlong Elsewhere, wrestling star Hulk Hogan got emotional on Larry Circulation Coordinator: Ron Sparkes King Live, when he spoke of his son’s recent imprisonment for reckless driving and his ex-wife’s new 19-year-old boyfriend. Chief Financial Officer: Brenda Hussey “Things happen for a reason ... Like I said before, it’s Credit Manager: God’s will, where we’re at.”— Wrestler Hulk Hogan Operations: Steve Dray, Roberta Noseworthy Mike Greenland 2 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/ JUNE 21 - 27, 2015 Promotion: PUBLICATIONS MAIL AGREEMENT NO. 0040012044 REGISTRATION NO. 09027 RETURN UNDELIVERABLE ITEMS TO: THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD P.O. BOX 2015, ST. JOHN’S, NL, A1C 5R7 DISTRIBUTORS: St. John’s, Mount Pearl, 570-5246; Bayden Bown, Burin Peninsula, 279-0269; Wade Morgan, Trinity-Conception, 786-2539; Diane Arnold, Clarenville/Bonavista, 677-2702; Allan Miles, Grand Falls/Windsor, 535-0290; John Morgan, Placentia, 227-2622; Bruce Hulan, Stephenville, 645-2309; Ron Downey, Corner Brook/Deer Lake/ Pas- adena, 632-5918; Tina Foley, Gander, 256-3853 ISDN 0824-3581 We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada. Nous reconnaissons l’appui financir du gouvernement du Canada.

WAIT TILL I TELLS YA EDITORIAL BY: PAM PARDY-GHENT WHO’S YOUR DADDY? O ur six year-old loves to draw, so when her class had to create family portraits in time hell was Bob? for the last set of parent/teacher inter- Hubby didn’t seem too views, she did so with gusto. The picture was lovely and (like ya would) I beamed with pride as I carried bothered. Little wonder, real- Elia’s drawing home following the one-on-one with ly. Blair spent Brody’s elementary school years be- her teacher. ing called “Larry” by everyone because of the way he pronounced his own name, making it sound more like B’lur than Blair. “WHO’S BOB?” ‘BOB-GATE’ THE SHORT REPLY A week later, hubby returned from out west on his Still, I was sad. In a quiet moment, I asked Elia turn-around. “Who’s Bob?” he asked me shortly af- about her missing father. “I was in a hurry and I meant ter he pitched. Knowing no Bob that I could think of, to write ‘Dad’ but I started writing ‘Blair’ by mistake. I shrugged (like ya would). Blair pointed to Elia’s care- So, I had the ‘B’ down and remembered I should write fully labeled picture on the fridge. I looked more close- ‘Dad’ but then I didn’t want to erase the ‘B’ and ruin ly. There stood the mysterious blond-haired “Bob.” the picture, or write ‘Blair’ all out ‘cause it’s too long and ‘Bob’ is short, so I went with ‘Bob.’” Blair (bald where not black-haired) was not in the picture. I felt terrible for him. While away a nice Daddy’s portrait omission had nothing to do with bit, he’s a real hands-on dad when home. In fact, ac- the type of dad he was – or wasn’t. Instead, it came cording to our daughter, he does most down to space. Mystery solved. It made perfect sense things way better than boring old mom. Elia prefers “Daddy’s soup” – when five year-old logic was applied. and she only likes it when Daddy Elia sat down to draw a special picture brushes her hair. He’s more fun, of her father for Father’s Day a few he lets her eat “funner food” and days after the solving of Bob-Gate. he isn’t as anal about bed According to her, she drew Daddy times, morning routines, participating in his favourite or clean hands and teeth. He activity. She proudly showed takes her fishing. Plus, off her drawing of daddy play- when Daddy’s home, ing soccer (Page 6) – a game there’s a second pair of he’s never played in his life hands around, so mommy as far as I know. “That must is much less rushed, be Bob, is it?” I said teasingly (like thus life seems sim- ya would). She smiled. “Drawing pler and much more calm. Dad with a ball and a net And Daddy doesn’t intrude was easier than draw- on our girl space while ing Dad in a canoe with home – never fussing if a worm.” And there you we take over the bed like have it. I’m sure Blair will we do when he’s away. (like ya would) absolute- He’ll find a small space ly love the picture. somewhere without Happy Father’s complaint. So why Day, Blair. Hope you get to wasn’t he in the pic- enjoy a great game of soc- ture? And who the cer with Bob and Larry on your special day. Pam Pardy Ghent, The Herald’s Managing Editor, can be reached by emailing [email protected] DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 3

Letters to the editor Dad I LOVE MY DAD BECAUSE… F athers are special souls; they make us laugh, – their dad! Madame Hudson’s Grade 1 class at St. they hold us high – literally through their Edward’s in Conception Bay South enthusiastically encouragement and figuratively on their put pen to paper to express just what makes their dad shoulders – and they help shape who we become. The the best of the best! Whether dad rules all that is cool Herald had no trouble finding kids who wanted to for his homework skills, sportsmanship or awesome share why they loved that special man in their lives toy purchases, they all rock! Happy Father’s Day! — Aida — Chelsea WINNER OF $150 MARK’S GIFT CERTIFICATE My daddy deserves the best 1st Father’s Day ever because my dad is one who lets me experience my life in my own way, who makes me laugh when I am sad. He loves me and mom- my. Even though I am only 8 months old, since the minute he held me, I knew he was my daddy and I love my daddy. — Sharay Drake My dad is one who lets me experience my life in my own way, who makes me laugh when I am sad. He loves me and mommy… 4 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

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PEOPLE! PAGE: PAGE: LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL CELEBRITY NEWS 10 12 OBAMA & THE FIRST ‘FAMILY’ P resident of the United States embarrassing,” Obama said. “As Malia put Barack Obama may be the most it, I’m right on the edge but I usually stay powerful man in the western on the right side of the edge of being fun- world, but that doesn’t mean that be- ny rather than totally humiliating to them.” hind that hard and trial-tested exteri- The President as a goofy dad? Not en- or lies a stone heart. On the contrary, ‘The tirely unexpected, I suppose. For the man Commander and Chief’ has always whose life is on full display roughly been adamant that his family, and 24/7, keeping priorities in check his two daughters, are of the and family first, comes before highest priority. all other responsibilities. That is something the President certain- In an interview with ly does not take for granted. Today, Obama described “Don’t just spend time with his parenting style as ‘good your kids because it’s good for and fun,’ which ‘teeters the kids; understand that there’s on the edge of being em- nothing that’s going to be more barrassing.’ “I think they precious in your life and you are would say that I am going to savor every memory,” good, fun dad who tee- Obama said. ters on the edge of being — DC HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH 8 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

@TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald PEOPLE! LYDIA: DADDY’S LITTLE GIRL!NFLDherald.com W hen we spoke to author, magazine editor about my dad is that he always valued family. Even and former Real Housewives of Orange though he’s so hardworking, when he came home, he County star Lydia McLaughlin back in would be home with us,” McLaughlin shared. early May, we asked if she would be willing to share some words about her father, Scott Stirling and grandfather, Geoff Stirling, for our upcoming Father’s Day edition. McLaughlin was more than happy to tell The Herald about her two very in- fluential father figures, giving us an inside look at another role these media moguls play – Dads. ON GEOFF STIRLING: “He (Geoff Stirling) treated every person as if they were the king of “He always instilled in us, since we were little, the world.” — Lydia McLaughlin to always question everything,” McLaughlin be- gan. “If somebody tells you that the moon “Even though he had so many is 10,000 miles away, question that – things he could have been doing, How do you know that? Who told you he was invested in our family. I remem- that’s true? He instilled in us to always ber him teaching me Chopsticks (on piano), playing seek out our own answers, to really be- cards with me when I was a little girl. He was – and lieve in ourselves and to know that we can still is – the best dad and now he’s the best Poppy do anything we put our minds to, more to my boys. When he comes home, they’re just like than we could ever imagine. I look at my ‘Poppy’s back!’” she exclaimed, imitating her three life now and I know that he would be real- young children. “They run to him with their ly proud of me and the things I’ve accom- arms lifted and I do the same thing right plished and lot of that is thanks to charac- behind them, ‘Dad’s home! Yay!’” she teristics he has instilled in me through his said. “I have a great relationship with words and his actions,” she said, adding God and I can see the Lord as such a that Geoff’s beliefs in both himself and other people loving dad, because I had such a lov- was contagious, as well as his zest for life. “When he ing dad. I’m always grateful for him would walk into the station to see all of his employ- because of that,” McLaughlin shared. ees, he knew all of their names and everything about “I’m really lucky. I always tell my dad them. He treated every person as if they were the that.” king of the world,” McLaughlin said, explain- — WR ing that she learned so much from Geoff just from the way he would walk into a “He (Scott Stirling) was – and still room and smile.” With a hint of a tear- is – the best dad and now he’s the ful smile audible through the phone, she best Poppy to my boys.” added, “I love my Poppy.” — Lydia McLaughlin ON SCOTT STIRLING: JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 9 “My dad, I think he’s the most wonderful man. I love him so much. I always tell him that I think I have such a success- ful marriage because he was such a good role model of what a great man looks like. One thing I can say DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com

PEOPLE! NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald GILLETT: COLD WATER ‘DAD’! P roud father of two daughters and a son, Cold Water Cowboys Captain welding,” he added proudly. “This summer she’s Richard Gillett has instilled the going out in boat with me, it’s going to be her firm belief in his children that they can do summer job. She wants to do it, loves doing it ... anything they set their hearts and minds I’m going to give her a chance just like anyone to. “It’s like any job, you’ll get those else ... She’s going to be treated like one of the people who want to do the thing that’s traditional and don’t boys. I tells her that when I comes aboard want to waiver or change,” Gillett told The Herald. “I DISCOVERY.CA PHOTOS was never like that ... My two daughters done so the boat, it’s not a dad hat that much with me, if not I’m wearing, it’s a skipper’s hat, more, then what my so dad might not be so nice son done. I instilled sometimes and that’s what I’m in them that because going to have to be to be the skip- you’re a girl, don’t per of the boat. She’s been around mean that you can have it all of her life ... She’s prepared to any drawbacks. You don’t do it and try it and there’s one thing have to be shy to go moose I can say about her, she’s stubborn hunting, go out in boat or go like me.” catch a fish. You can do whatever — DC anyone else can do whether they’re male or female. “My oldest daughter is just graduating and she’s going to take 10 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald PEOPLE! STILL JENNY FROM THE BLOCK J ennifer Lopez may have just blocked her way out of the entire nation of Morocco. No, seriously. And it could end up being a lot more serious then a declarative exile before it’s all said and done. Lopez per- formed in the African nation late last month, a country she has visited previously. The concert, which was broad- cast across the nation, saw J-Lo act like, well, J-Lo, shak- ing her well endowed, scantly clad ‘money-maker’ like it was nobody’s business. Honestly, what more does one expect from a J-Lo show? ‘DISGRACEFUL’ Clearly the Prime Minister of Morocco was un- aware of the pop-starlet’s shtick. P.M. Abdelilah Benkirane called the performance ‘indecent, provocative and disgraceful,’ adding that the ‘sex- ually suggestive’ broadcast was in violation of the country’s audiovisual law and that Lopez ‘dis- turbed public order and tarnished women’s hon- our and respect.’ Ouch. A BBC report fur- thered that the P.M. is urging High Authority of Audiovisual Communication to “take legal mea- sures against those responsible in this serious delin- quency,” which could lead to Lopez facing serious fines or even jail time. All this for a little gyrating? — DC DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 11

PEOPLE! NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald SNOOP’S TRAILER PARK ‘STYLE!’ have a knack for luring drama. He’d seemingly fit right in with the fine folks of Sunnyvale Trailer Park, as Snoop Dogg was recently T he Snoop D-O-double-G himself is fre- in Nova Scotia filming scenes for quenting headlines this month. Snoop the Canadian comedic sensation Dogg, owner of such mega-rap hits Trailer Park Boys. Naturally, his Gin and Juice and Drop It Like It’s Hot, recent- appearance wouldn’t be without ly caused a stir for suing American brewing controversy. Snoop allegedly belit- company Pabst in regards to his con- tled a CBC camera operator, refer- nection to the brand’s Colt 45 li- ring to her as ‘thick.’ The employee quor. Factor in his presence at in question referred to the com- an after-party event in Toronto ment as ‘creepy and awkward.’ where a shooting occurred Perhaps it’s time for the just this past week and it’s ev- Dogg to take a timeout, for his ident that Snoop seems to own sake. — DC 12 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald PEOPLE! SIMON COWELL: A PROUD PAPA! S imon Cowell has had a reputation for being many things back when he was on such shows that he had yet to tackle diaper daddy duty. as The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent, but “I still haven’t changed a nappy, but I love being a being a soft-hearted, cuddly daddy was never ever dad,” he said. It gets better – Cowell continued, say- one of them. Now the tough-talking judge is show- ing, “I never expected to be a father, but I love it. Eric ing his softer side when it comes to being daddy to his makes me laugh. He and I communicate very well be- baby son, Eric. The music mogul proved it, taking to cause we basically like the same things – Scooby Doo, his Twitter account to share a sweet shot of himself Disney movies, laughing at the dogs.” and his 14-month-old lad lying in bed watching the — PG Disney’s The Lion King. Simon tweeted: “After watching The Jungle Book 1000 times we have moved on to The Lion King.” Fatherhood seems to be agreeing with Cowell as he re- cently admitted that he and his partner, Lauren Silverman, are eager to give Eric a sibling and are “seriously” contemplating adopting their next child. But fatherhood may not be as smooth a transition as we all think for the for- mer crass TV judge. Although he became a first-time father on Valentine’s Day in 2014, 15 months later he admitted to Hello! Magazine “I still haven’t changed a nappy, but I love being a dad.” — Simon Cowell DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 13

INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE STORY: DANETTE DOOLEY PHOTOS: SUBMITTED PREPARING FOR THE WORST Ruby Wheeler’s Story: With an estimated 15 to 25 years left to live after the onset of the disease, Huntington’s is one unforgiving illness. While people don’t die from Huntington’s, the brain disorder’s ac- companying complications can be fatal – and there is no cure. “When Ruby found out she had Huntington’s, she knew what her sister was like and what was coming down the road for her. That’s hard.” — Rich Wheeler of Pasadena she underwent months of genetic testing in 2012. Ruby’s father, Thomas Barker of Coachman’s Cove, died of the disease. Her older sister Theresa was di- agnosed with Huntington’s in her mid-forties. She passed away at age 65. “When Ruby found out she had Huntington’s, she knew what her sister was like and what was coming down the road for her. That’s hard,” Rich said. Ruby’s older brother Rick is now also battling Huntington’s. According to the Huntington Society of Canada, the disease causes cells in parts of the brain to die. As the brain cells die, a person with Huntington’s be- comes less able to control movements, recall events, make decisions and control emotions. According to the society, people don’t die from Huntington’s itself, but from complications such as choking, heart fail- ure, infection or aspiration pneumonia. F or Rich and Ruby Wheeler of Pasadena, the PROGRESSION OF SYMPTOMS contents of a sealed envelope held results of genetic testing that would confirm whether Ruby’s symptoms have worsened over the past or not Ruby had a devastating brain disorder º a dis- few months, Rich said. “It seems like the disease is order that is always fatal. progressing a bit quicker than I thought it would.” Ruby weighs less than 100 lbs. At age 50, she can HUNTINGTON’S DISEASE no longer work or drive. “Ruby turned in her driv- er’s license. She worked at Shopper’s Drug Mart but The couple decided that they needed to know if the choria (involuntary movements) was making her it was early symptoms of Huntington’s disease that stumble a lot and customers would ask if there was was causing Ruby to stumble often and cut her fin- anything wrong. So, as a couple, we decided, along gers frequently when preparing food. “Ruby’s gait with her family doctor, that it was time for her to was off stride… And I know it’s not uncommon for stop work.” Ruby’s mobility is limited, Rich said. She anybody working around the kitchen to nick your uses a walker at home and a wheelchair when Rich finger but it seemed like that was happening more takes her outside their home. His wife’s long-term frequently,” Rich said during a telephone interview memory is good, Rich said, but her short-term mem- on May 13. Ruby had a 50-50 chance of inheriting ory is affected by the disease. the gene that causes Huntington’s. The Wheelers’ 24-year-old son Jordan has chosen The genetic testing confirmed Ruby did in- not to undergo genetic testing at this time. “Jordan is deed have Huntington’s. The diagnosis came after doing great. He has a physical education degree and 14 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE: THE WHEELER FAMILY While it’s difficult for his wife to talk about her illness, Rich said she’s a big supporter of the fam- ily’s fundraising efforts. During 2013 and 2014, the family has raised close to $20,000. This year’s events include a walk in Pasadena on June 27. is working on an education degree now. It will be his choice down the road, if he decides to have a child, if he gets the genetic testing done to see if he’s carrying the gene,” Rich said. An early diagnosis comes with added pressures such as not being eligible for insur- ance, Rich said. There is currently proposed legisla- tion before the Senate to prohibit and prevent genet- ic discrimination. “Right now there is no protection for anybody with a genetic disease, so people will put off getting testing knowing if they have the gene – even if (symptoms) don’t surface for 20 or 30 years – insur- research being carried out by ance companies in Canada can the society. say they are not going to insure While it’s difficult for his you,” Rich said. When appropri- wife to talk about her illness, ate, Rich said, he and his wife ex- Rich said she’s a big support- plain her condition to people who er of the family’s fundraising ask about her symptoms. “Before efforts. During two events in Ruby got her wheelchair, we 2013 and 2014, the family has were in a store… A lady asked if raised close to $20,000. This there was something wrong with year’s events included a walk Ruby’s leg. We told her she has in Ruby’s home communi- Huntington’s disease. She asked ty of Coachman’s Cove on what it was and when we told her, May 30 and a climb up Gros she just cried.” Morne’s Killdevil Mountain and a walk in Pasadena on SIGNS & SYMPTOMS “We had all those plans that when we June 27. Rich said they are Rich is a sergeant with the both retired we would do some traveling, grateful for the support they RNC’s criminal intelligence unit visit family. We are trying to do those have been receiving from in Corner Brook. He is advocat- things now but it is getting difficult ...” family and friends. ing on his wife’ behalf to edu- cate people about Huntington’s — Rich Wheeler PRECIOUS TIME disease. Huntington’s can sometimes make a per- Knowing the disease will eventually end Ruby’s son appear like they are drunk. Rich gives presen- life, Rich said they treasure their time together and tations to law enforcement officers to help them rec- take one day at a time. “We had all those plans that ognize the signs and symptoms of the disease. The when we both retired we would do some traveling, Wheelers have also created a Facebook page (Ruby’s visit family. We are trying to do those things now but Battle) help people understand Huntington’s. The it is getting difficult because it’s very hard to travel Wheeler family and their extended family and with somebody who has Huntington’s disease.” friends are great supporters of the Huntington The Huntington Society of Canada is the only Society of Canada. They raise money to help fund Canadian health charity dedicated to providing services for people with Huntington’s and to support help and hope for families dealing with Huntington DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 15

INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE: THE WHEELER FAMILY “I think about our son and any children that he might have in the future. By that time they may find a cure.” — Rich Wheeler of Pasadena disease across Canada. While Huntington’s by award-winning, New York Times bestselling au- cannot be cured, there are medications to thor and neuroscientist, Lisa Genova. The book tells treat the symptoms of the disease, Rich the story of the devastating impact of Huntington’s said. “Ruby is on a medication to con- has had on Joe O’Brien, a 44-year-old police officer trol her movements. It works reasonably well but it’s not stopping them. But the re- Charlestown, Massachusetts. searchers we have here in Canada have Mary Tyler Moore once said, made great strides and are breaking new ground on trying to find a cure (for Huntington’s).” “You can’t be brave if you’ve only have wonderful things happen to RAISING AWARENESS you.” Ruby and Rich draw cour- age from each other while overcom- About one in every 7,000 Canadians has ing adversity and uncertainty every Huntington’s disease and approximately one in ev- day. It’s unlikely that a cure will be ery 5,500 is at-risk of developing the disease. This found in time to save his wife’s life, year, the awareness month came on the heels of Rich said. However, he said, a cure “Inside the O’Brien’s,” a recently released novel could change the life of future gener- ations. “I think about our son and any children that he might have in the future. By that time, they may find a cure.” The tiny community of a Coachman’s Cove, with a population of less than 200, held a fundraiser on May 30 and raised over $7,000 for Huntington’s disease research. For more information on Huntington’s, visit www.huntingtonsociety.ca 16 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

SARA ROSTOTSKI PHOTO BY: WENDY ROSE; PHOTOS: SUBMITTED SPECIAL FEATURE JUST CALL ME DAD Fatherhood – It’s a demanding role for anyone. The pay is virtually non-existent and the duties and re- sponsibilities are endless. But all it takes is just one smile, one giggling baby’s gurgle or a child’s voice happily yelling ‘Daddy!’ to make every moment and every sacrifice undoubtedly worth it. F or Steve Kent, ‘Daddy’ is one of the many needs of youth in my city, I wanted to be ensure that titles he responds to, along with Deputy they had lots of opportunity for growth, for fun and Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, for making connections for their future. I wanted Minister of Health and Community Services to be sure that they were given the credit they were and Minister Responsible for the Office of Public due,” he explained. “Now, I have expanded beyond Engagement in the cabinet of Paul Davis. that view. I still want to ensure that the youth of our province have every possible opportunity to follow FATHER OF THREE their dreams but now I have a much broader scope of concern. While I always knew that communities Kent started out in municipal politics nearly 20 were made up of people of all ages, obviously, now years ago at the very young age of 19. Now he’s the I have a greater understanding of what that actual- Deputy Premier and a father of three. We asked Kent ly means. I know that we need support and struc- – have your priorities changed over the years? tures for families, for chil- dren, for seniors, for youth, “Let me start by commenting on what hasn’t for people of all ages.” changed,” Kent began. “I have always been interest- ed in helping to strengthen my community. What So what’s the trick to has changed is my sense of what that entails. When juggling fatherhood and I was younger, I was especially concerned about the While I always knew that communities were made up of people of all ages, obviously, now I have a greater understanding of what that actually means. I know that we need support and structures for families, for children, for seniors, for youth, for people of all ages.” — Steve Kent, Deputy Premier DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 17

SPECIAL ‘FATHER’S DAY’ FEATURE “My job is very time consuming and I know that is hard on my family sometimes, but I am working to help make this whole province thrive, so some- times it takes a little juggling ... Fortunately, my wife is extremely supportive.” — Steve Kent a demanding career? What keeps a busy man like whole province thrive, so sometimes it takes a lit- Steve Kent going? tle juggling. Actually, sometimes it takes a lot of jug- gling! Fortunately, my wife is extremely supportive,” “My wife, Janet!” he replied with a smile. he stated. “I may not have time to do everything I “Seriously, I think that the most important factor is want to do with my family at this point, but I try to having a true partner in my life. We work together to be fully with my sons when we are together, and I re- make sure that the kids are getting what they need, ally try not to let work barge into family time. But I that our family is strong and that we both have the admit that it’s tough.” flexibility and time to do our work. My job is very time consuming and I know that is hard on my fam- FAMILY OF FIVE ily sometimes, but I am working to help make this When Kent has time to spend with his kids and partner, the family of five enjoys simply staying home and hanging out, Kent explained. “We like to go to family-related community events. We like to spend time with the kids’ grandparents,” he added. “Also, the kids are involved in a few activities, like Starting at just Print & Bonus Digital* Subscription $26.68 3-month subscription (13 issues) $26.68 HST included 6-month subscription (26 issues) $50.02 HST included 12-month subscription (52 issues) $93.37 HST included Experience The Digital* Only Subscription Newfoundland Herald’s 3-month subscription (13 issues) $19.99 HST included digital editions. 6-month subscription (26 issues) $39.99 HST included 12-month subscription (52 issues) $59.99 HST included Anywhere, Anytime! *Digital versions Include: Desktop & Mobile Editions Call1-800-901-4901 Order Online (nfldherald.com) or Mail: (Order form on Page 59) 18 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

SPECIAL ‘FATHER’S DAY’ FEATURE “My father has been there for me throughout my life, whether I was getting involved in Scouting or starting my first political campaign ... he encour- aged me to work hard and to have fun while I do. I still want to make him proud.” — Steve Kent Beaver Scouts and gymnastics. Whenever possible, we travel. Of course, that isn’t often, but we all really enjoy getting away.” It definitely must be nice for Kent to take a break from the world of politics, even just to take a break from political conversation! Kent’s position affords him the luxury of rubbing elbows with some of the navigate successfully, the way they interact with each province’s most influential mother and father fig- other. It all fills me with pride, and it feels like we ures, from Danny Williams to our current Premier, are doing something right for sure,” he said. “I’m right down to the men in his own inner circle. We also very proud of my wife. She’s an amazing moth- asked Kent – Have these men er, and an inspiration to those influenced the type of man/ around her,” Kent explained, father you are today? How so? adding that his son Ben’s recent Kindergarten concert was “a ‘FATHERHOOD’ memorable experience.” “I think I have learned a “He’s grown so much over little about fatherhood from the past year. I felt a real sense every father I have encoun- of pride when he performed on tered,” he began. “Obviously, stage,” Kent continued. I put my own spin on father- hood, but there’s a lot of val- ‘DAD’S EXAMPLE’ ue in seeing how other people With Father’s Day swift- parent and deciding whether “I am proud of my sons every day, with ly approaching, we asked the to emulate that or to choose every new accomplishment ... It all fills me Deputy Premier if he would like a different path. I don’t think with pride, and it feels like we are doing to pay tribute to any inspira- tional man in his life. Kent’s re- there is a specific example something right for sure.” — Steve Kent sponse was a beautiful thank- that I follow, except to try to do as good a job as my own Dad has done, but I you to his own father. “I try to follow my own Dad’s learn where I can,” Kent explained. “One of my po- example. My father has been there for me through- litical advisors recently gave me some advice on par- out my life, whether I was getting involved in enting that I really appreciated. He’s a father of four Scouting or starting my first political campaign,” he grown children. Essentially, he told me not to wor- explained. “He’s a tireless supporter of mine, and he ry too much and to not sweat the small stuff. Wise encouraged me to work hard and to have fun while I words that I am trying to heed.” do. I still want to make him proud.” For a man who has surely celebrated a lot of To all the dads in politics, thank you for the sac- proud moments in his political life alone, The Herald rifices you make every day to make our province a wanted to know if Kent looked back on any specif- better place. Every moment you spend working to- ic moment as his “proudest moment of fatherhood.” wards the good of the island is a moment spent away His answer was heartwarming. from your own dinner table, your own kids, your “I’m not sure there has been one specific mo- partner. Your valiant efforts are (even when it may ment. I am proud of my sons every day, with ev- seem like they’re not) continuously appreciated by ery new accomplishment, every challenge that they Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 19

COVER STORY BY: DILLON COLINS; PHOTOS: DAVID LEYES TESTING THE FAMILY TRADE Joel Thomas Hynes and son Percy Hynes White represent a generational line of ultra-talented artists J oel Thomas Hynes is a man who needs lit- Hynes is the proud father of a 13-year-old son, tle introduction to Newfoundlanders and and not-so-oddly enough, dad to an acting prodigy; Labradorians. The versatile nephew to Percy Hynes White. Son of a pair of multi-talented ‘The Man of 1,000 Songs’ Ron Hynes and the man artists (his mother Sherry White is an accomplished who The Herald dubbed ‘NL’s most infamous bad actress and screenwriter), Percy was undeniably born boy,’ it can be argued that fame has helped mel- into the business. His acting pedigree, though assur- low out this once quintessential rough-and-tum- edly partially passed on through his healthy acting ble Newfoundlander. Fatherhood, I would argue, is genes, is a world away from what is normal of a bud- more the tonic for years of calm and clarity then any ding pre-teen. Simply put, he is accomplished be- mainstream successes. yond his years. A CHILD PRODIGY In our candid interview, Joel Thomas Hynes dis- cussed his son’s career growth, one which sees him flourishing in an industry that has enveloped him his entire life. “Percy has been around the whole in- dustry, in Newfoundland in particular, since he’s been born,” Hynes said. “The joke is that he’s been on camera since he was in utero. His mother did a For Hynes, ensuring his son is given the opportuni- ty to flourish, while also consciously choosing his own life-path, is of fundamental importance. 20 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

COVER STORY: HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! “Percy has been around the whole industry, in Newfoundland in particular, since he’s been born. The joke is that he’s been on camera since he was in utero.” — Joel Thomas Hynes feature while she was pregnant with him. He’s been in myself and his mom’s projects ... He did friend’s shorts and anytime someone needed a three or four year old (he was game). He sort of grew up around the whole scene with his parents and all of our friends. It all seemed fairly normal to see people that he knew on TV or in the paper or putting out books. He sort of took to it as what his life was.” A PROMISING OMEN For Hynes, ensuring his son is given the oppor- tunity to flourish, while also consciously choosing his own life-path, is of fundamental importance. The fact that Percy is already an accomplished and ver- satile young actor is a promising omen of things to come, but whatever path the young man may choose to take is a path which Hynes will stand behind wholeheartedly. “We haven’t shoved it down his throat that ‘you’ve got to be an actor,’ or ‘you’ve got to be a cre- “Percy possesses a heightened consciousness that’s ative type,’” Hynes shared. “We’ve just nurtured him along in what he wants to do and offered him op- kind of rare for a kid his age ... When I was growing portunities ... and there have been things he’s walked up I didn’t realize I was an artist, I didn’t realize I away from because he preferred to just go off and could utilize my talents ... Percy had kind of grown up be a kid. He’s just living a life he stepped into and with the exact opposite of that.” — Joel Thomas Hynes it’s not much more complicated then that. Granted, he’s got the chops and the natural talent and we’re all kind of things my character would do or say. I usu- very proud of that.” ally improvise some actions and stuff and change the lines a little bit. I have a pre-process I guess.” PERCY’S PRE-PROCESS For his part, proud papa Joel realizes that his Percy graciously took time out from shooting, son grasps what he calls ‘a heightened conscious- auditions, schoolwork and the general day to day of ness.’ Remarking that he would have been ‘cutting being a kid to grant The Herald an audience. He de- cod tongues’ at his sons age. Percy’s confidence and scribed his career choice as a fun and exciting one, professionalism serve as daunting reminder of how noting that he’s wanted the life since he was ‘six or times have changed. seven years old.’ “Percy possesses a heightened consciousness Percy discussed his acting process, one which that’s kind of rare for a kid his age and he’s had that shows a depth and maturity beyond his years. “What at every age,” Hynes said. “Obviously because I know I usually do, if the director lets me have some free- Percy, I know a whole bunch of 13-14 year old kids dom, I learn the basic outline of the scene and what through school, they’re just in the world in a way is supposed to be covered in the scene and what I’m that I can’t remember being at that age. They have supposed to say,” he shared. “I learn the lines, but I a presence and a confidence that is not necessarily kind of go through the scene and think about what conducive to the era that I came from. When I was would happen naturally with my character and what growing up we had CODCO, The Wonderful Grand DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 21

COVER STORY: HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! CAST NO SHADOW STILLS Joel and Percy both starred in Cast No Shadow, the critically acclaimed ad- aptation of Hynes’s Say Nothing Saw Wood. The dark, brooding and emo- tionally jarring fantasy-drama resulted in widespread acclaim for Percy. Band and that sort of thing, but I still didn’t quite That laughter was prevalent through much of the make the connection that writing, acting and all that shooting, despite the film’s dark subject matter. That was something that you could do. It just seemed like is of course a by-product of Percy’s infectious pos- something that happened inside this box in the liv- itive personality. It doesn’t hurt that the father and ing room, that took place in Hollywood or some- son co-stars just happen to be ‘best buddies.’ thing. When I was growing up, I didn’t realize I was an artist. I didn’t realize I could utilize my talents without having to adhere to the conventions of education. I didn’t know what the hell I was and for the most part I felt I was lost. Percy had kind of grown up with the ex- act opposite of that.” CAST NO SHADOW Joel and Percy both starred in Cast No Shadow, the critically acclaimed adapta- tion of Hynes’s Say Nothing Saw Wood. The dark, brooding and emotionally jarring fan- tasy-drama resulted in widespread acclaim for the film’s star Percy, in a role that saw the “It was challenging to portray someone who’s getting beat- troubled protagonist battle inner demons, and en, because I don’t know what that feels like ... Me and that of his abusive father, played with unnerv- dad, when we tried it the first couple of times, we couldn’t ing conviction by Hynes. stop laughing.” “It was kind of difficult,” Percy said of the — Percy Hynes White emotional complexities of the film. “I just ended up While Hynes acknowledges similarities in his grasping the idea of Jude’s character and I got into it. son’s character, on and off the screen, he was quick It turned out to be really great. I just kind of took on to point out that Percy Hynes White is his own man. the darkness of his life for that time. “I see a lot of myself and him, and of his mom, “It was challenging to portray someone who’s but he’s very much his own character too,” Hynes getting beaten, because I don’t know what that feels said. “He’s very much got his own mind. To be hon- like,” he added thoughtfully. “We sorted out the est, I really don’t want to see too much of myself kinks and figured something out and it ended up be- in him, because I haven’t been the easiest on my- ing a great scene. Me and dad, when we tried it the self over the years. What I do like about him is that first couple of times, we couldn’t stop laughing.” he’s able to go to big auditions and get courted along 22 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

COVER STORY: HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! for huge roles and want something and then not get me. The first time he needed his diaper changed, I it and he doesn’t necessarily fall apart if he doesn’t just changed it as if I had done it a thousand times. I get it. He takes it all with a grain of salt and he ap- wanted to step up and be something better, and not proaches auditions very professionally in the sense out of any kind of reaction to my own childhood.” that if the role is big or small, he plays it to the best Hynes says being a dad is a very important as- of his ability. He’s that type of pro and I’m very sur- pect of who he is. “... The one thing about parenting, prised with it. I can’t say I always approached things I’m lucky that I love that side of my life. I love iden- from a very solid professional viewpoint.” tifying as a dad. I really believe, that had I not be- come his dad, that there are aspects of my character ‘GROWING UP TOUGH’ that have emerged that would have lain dormant my Hynes’s history of ‘growing up tough’ is well-doc- whole life, because I would have had no reason to ac- umented. His home life was at times tumultuous, cess them. A lot of things like patience and compas- and as an adolescent he found sion, I had no real need for them. himself in more scrapes and mix I was burning the candle at ups then he’d care to admit. He’s both ends and full speed ahead. honest about his past and what it (Parenting) really broadened out took to remedy it. He’s in a good my character and rounded out place today, mentally and emo- my character in a lot of ways.” tionally. His relationship with his own parents is at a predomi- ‘BEING A KID’ nantly positive point. Describing Trips home to the island of- a weekend where father, son and fer a perfect reprieve from the grandparents toured the town of demanding life of an actor for Toronto, what he’d describe as young Percy. Hynes noted that, ‘a nice warm weekend,’ Hynes while home in Newfoundland, paused to acknowledge that he allows his son to ‘run around, while emotional fences needed get dirty’ and ‘be a boy.’ That re- mending in his own life, he al- ality check, in an industry which ways ensured that his son was can deprive a young actor of ‘be- provided with – and would al- ing a kid,’ is a welcomed and nec- ways be provided – with the very “I really believe, that had I not be- essary outlet. best he could offer. come his dad, that there are aspects of “I didn’t really appreci- “There’s a thing called reac- ate what I had when I was that tionary parenting, where, to the my character that have emerged that age,” Hynes said. “It came to a extreme, you offer your child would have lain dormant my whole life, point when I wanted to get out the kind of childhood you didn’t because I would have had no reason to of it. Then when I got older and have, or the exact opposite of access them.” especially after I had him, I be- — Joel Thomas Hynes gan pining for those kind of as- what you had,” Hynes explained. “I didn’t have any conscious efforts to say ‘well to hell pects of my environment that I took for granted. I with that, I was brought up this way so I’m not doing wanted to give that to him in his early days and give this or that.’ I was never thinking on those lines, be- him some roots. Percy is constantly feeding his brain cause by the time he was born, I’ll be honest, I didn’t with some sort of book, movie or video. He’s always know myself well enough. You know when your kid drawing, chatting. He’s high energy for sure. Mostly is born you always hear; ‘Oh, you’re just going to we get up to whatever he wants to do.” love him.’ I remember being 24 and being terrified Hynes noted that allowing his son to ‘be a kid’ that I wouldn’t love him or that I wouldn’t be able is of particular importance to him. Despite his son’s to. I was terrified that I wouldn’t have the capacity, progressed professionalism, there are still flashes of because I had never experienced what was known childlike mischief, flashes of the ‘bad boy.’ as unconditional love before. When he was born, it “When he did Night at the Museum I went up just happened. It was something very automatic in as his chaperon ... I just heard him having these DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 23

COVER STORY: HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! “He’s still a kid and you’ve got to find that bal- ance. He’s very adaptable. He walks into this environment and steps up to this sort of con- sciousness and then he mucks off and squawks like a gargoyle too.” — Joel Thomas Hynes quasi-philosophical conversations with the director He’s very adaptable. He walks into this environ- and the producer and they’re kind of nodding along, ment and steps up to this sort of consciousness engaged in the discussion and listening to his ideas. and then he mucks off and squawks like a gar- Then one of his ideas gets incorporated into the mov- goyle too.” ie. This is a 45 million dollar Hollywood blockbust- er and he’s got him in the palm of his hand,” Hynes BLOSSOMING TALENT said with amazement in set up of an amusing paral- lel. “That’s on the one hand. The next week you get For Percy Hynes White, having just wrapped a note from his teacher saying he was perched up a lengthy stint on the Canadian television drama on top of the bathroom stall in the boy’s washroom series Murdoch Mysteries, the future is seemingly squawking like a gargoyle at anyone who walked in. limitless. He noted numerous engagements and audi- He’s still a kid and you’ve got to find that balance. tions on his docket, ensuring that Newfoundlanders can expect much more from this blossoming talent. Turning to father Joel, he too is in the thick of multiple projects. Whether it be the conclusion of his ‘bad boy’ novel trilogy, or a prospective directo- rial feature, Hynes went with the adage that ‘To an- nounce your intentions is to hear God laugh.’ And so is the life of an actor/writer/musician/father. The best laid plans tend to go awry, but for a once troubled wanderer, fatherhood, it seems, is a role Joel Thomas Hynes was born to play. 24 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

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SPORTS & NL LEISURE STORY: DILLON COLLINS PHOTOS: SUBMITTED CELEBRATING 25 YEARS! NANEATWOMFYOOUFNADLAND SPORTSMAN The iconic brand’s founders Dwight Blackwood and Gord Follett talk 25 years of ‘Sportsman’, the bleak future of Newfoundland and Labrador’s hunting and what it will take to turn the tide F or over two decades, the Newfoundland years), Blackwood and Follett reflect on time well Sportsman has been a provincial institution, spent in a candid interview with The Herald. “It a homage to an island whose serene beau- started as a hobby,” Blackwood began, who start- ty and bountiful agriculture have made Newfoundland and Labrador the mecca ed the magazine in 1990. “I knew there for Canadian hunters. was no outdoor magazine around like the Newfoundland Sportsman, or an out- For President Dwight Blackwood door magazine geared specifically to- and Vice President and Editor Gord ward Newfoundland and Labrador. I had Follett, the Sportsman is a labour of love other business interests, but this started which emerged from a common pas- as a hobby.” sion for all things nature. Beginning in 1990 as a humble literary offering to “FULL TIME EFFORT” sporting enthusiasts across the island, the wildly popular brand has spawned After bringing on Follett as editor af- a hugely successful television series, ter a period of taking a solo approach to which currently is airing its 11th season on Canada’s the project, both Blackwood and Follett Superstation NTV, with a 12th in production. knew they had a hit on their hands after praise and fan support flooded in of their product. They put During this milestone year for the company (25 aside their other ventures and concentrated on the 26 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

SPORTS & NL LEISURE: NL SPORTSMAN SUN/430PM NTV brand full time. “We said ‘Hey, if we put a full time We’ve gone on salmon fishing trips and have gone a effort into this, we can make a living fishing and week with fishing five in the morning to nine at night hunting,’” Follett said. and have hooked only a couple of fish each. It’s rare for any of us to go rabbit hunting and not have a full THRILL OF THE HUNT day of action. A lot of people love to snare the rab- Both men share a common love for the great out- bits. I’ve never set a snare in my life. I just love hunt- doors. Hunting, fishing and being one with nature is ing, hearing the dogs and working with the dogs.” within their makeup, which admittedly, can be said for many Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. “I know me personally, ever since I could walk almost, I remember go- ing fishing with my father,” Blackwood recalled. “When I was probably three- years-old, he had this old bamboo. He’d cut an alder down for me and tie a bit of line on it with a safety pin. That was the beginning of my outdoors and of course it progressed from there. I always spent all of my summers fishing and I hunt- ed when I was very young. I started off with a homemade slingshot from an al- der branch, progressed into a pellet gun and then to a larger gun, a 12-guage.” “Fishing-wise, I was at it fairly young,” Follett shared. “I was born and “Newfoundlanders, by-in-large, are the nicest people in the world raised in downtown St. John’s ... I was ... They’ll show you their favourite spots to salmon fish or their about 18 or 19 when I picked up my first favourite spots where some moose are to. They go out of their gun and never looked back.” Both men have seen and done most way to help ya do what you’re there to do.” — Dwight Blackwood everything within the island’s hunting spectrum. The pair are routinely stopped during their mul- Both are sporting enthusiasts of the highest order, tiple province-wide excursions. The television series, relishing the thrill of the hunt and the comradery of which began in 2004, has garnered a whole new lev- which the venture entails. el of exposure to the already sacred brand here at For Blackwood, it is salmon fishing that serves as home, making Blackwood and Follett home-grown a muse above all others. “I dearly love salmon fish- celebrities. ing,” he said, with longing for the upcoming season visible on his face. “We have a short season, it’s only “THE NICEST PEOPLE” about three months long. Subsequent to that, you’re “It’s a good feeling, because you know that people waiting nine months, waiting for your life to go fast appreciate what you’re doing,” Blackwood said when so you can go back at it again. I’m not too bad in the asked of the acquired notoriety which came through fall because I love hunting, moose hunting in partic- the television series. “You know you’ve created some- ular. It still doesn’t compare ... Once January 1 rolls thing that people like and as a result, they want to in, I know I’m in the new year and I know it’s go- see hello to us. Newfoundlanders, by-in-large, are ing to be open season on salmon again come June 1. the nicest people in the world. We’ve gone out on I usually start counting the days from January 1 to the road many times to do a bit of salmon fishing June 1.” or moose hunting. The next thing they’re bringing “I love it all, but my favourite would be rabbit you food. They’ll come home, cook a roast and bring hunting with the dogs,” Follett shared of his favou- you back a roast. That happens time and time again. rite outdoor passion. “It’s all about constant action. They’ll show you their favourite spots to salmon fish DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 27

SPORTS & NL LEISURE: NL SPORTSMAN SUN/430PM NTV “We have to instill in our kids and grandkids our appreciation and our love for the outdoors, get them away from their computers.” — Dwight Blackwood or their favourite spots where some moose are to. was pondered, with Blackwood detailing a number They go out of their way to help ya do what you’re of concerning trends that could see the hunter of to- there to do. Newfoundlanders are only too obliging morrow become almost foreign. and we really appreciate that aspect of it.” “We have to instill in our kids and grandkids our SPORT & COMRADERY appreciation and our love for the outdoors, get them away from their computers,” he said. “Once you ex- So why do we Newfoundlanders and Labradorians perience fishing and once you experience hunt- relish anything and everything outdoor related? It’s in ing, you will love that a lot more than playing some our blood, as these two men of great authority can at- X-Box or some other video game,” he explained. test. “We were brought up on it,” Blackwood said. “Our fathers and our forefathers, they had to get a GOTTA GET ME MOOSE B’Y lot of their food from the wild. Whether that was catching fish or hunting moose, caribou or rabbits “Unless we do things properly, we can see the day or whatever, a lot of our sustenance came from the coming when (hunting/fishing) will not be available wild, so that was the initial thrust of it. Subsequent for our grandchildren,” he solemnly added. “For in- to that, it got to be the sport. We still like the food, stance, the moose population. It started when it was but it became a sport and a comradery thing. You go introduced to the island in the early 1900s. The pop- out with friends and family and if you get the moose, ulation really took off around ten years ago when we that’s a plus. I think that ingrained in us (is) a sense had an estimated population of 140,000 moose, par- of love and appreciation for the outdoors.” ticularly the northern peninsula. You couldn’t drive anywhere up there without seeing 50-60 moose. In Turning the discussion on its end, the prospect recent years, the government, in their wisdom, nev- of a diminished outlook of ‘sportsmen’ of our future er spent a particular amount of money on doing sci- entific analysis of what the population of moose in specific areas were. They did a few areas year after year. The next thing, because of all the outcry from SOPAC ... they increase licenses arbitrarily. Not be- cause it was scientifically proven, but because they were receiving pressure from a vocal minority. “Everybody agrees it’s a mortal sin when there’s a moose-vehicle collision, particularly when it takes a life. But by the same token, there are accidents in ev- ery walk of life, whether you fall down the stairs or fall off a roof or are drowned in a boat. So do we pre- clude all of those happenings from people because 28 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

SPORTS & NL LEISURE: NL SPORTSMAN SUN/430PM NTV “The numbers are definitely down, I don’t care what anyone says. The decision to increase licenses is strictly political.” — Gord Follett it’s a safety element?” Blackwood continued, pondering the uneven philosophy of culling the moose population currently displayed by this government. “Government increased the licenses by about 3,000 some years ago. This year they in- creased by another 1,400. We went from having about 26,000 licenses issued to 33,000. The pop- ulation, instead of increasing to justify that in- crease, has declined dramatically. You ask any hunter out there. Sure, you’ll have a few pock- ets here and a few pockets there where num- bers have been stable, but if you drive up to the northern pen’ now you’ll hardly see a moose.” “Despite what groups in government will say about the numbers of moose, we’ll speak with hundreds and hundreds of hunters every “Unless we do things properly we can see the day coming year, people who would go on week long moose when (hunting/fishing) will not be available for our grand- trips will now have to go back two or three children ... because of all the outcry from SOPAC ... they in- times and sometimes won’t even get their ani- crease (moose) licenses arbitrarily.” — Dwight Blackwood mal,” Follett said with visible frustration. “The numbers are definitely down, I don’t care what any- big and small game hunters. Most other provinc- one says. The decision to increase licenses is strictly es, with a mentor or adult supervisor with you, you political.” can hunt 12 years and up. We’re at 16. By that time, “It’s increases in licenses for political purpos- they’re set in their ways, playing their video games es to appease the vocal minority, when in fact what and computers and doing things not outdoor relat- they’re going to do is wipe out the moose popula- ed. This is something that needs to be changed in a tion,” Blackwood said in response to Follett’s decla- hurry in order to get young people more interested ration. “We find we have to be vocal about it because in the outdoors.” we know it’s going to end up in such a mess that our grandchildren won’t have anything to hunt.” ‘DOWN-TO-EARTH’ It is this passion, coupled with a seldom-seen hu- FUTURE OUTDOOSMEN mility and ‘down-to-earth’ mentality that has en- Outside of management plans and government deared Blackwood, Follett and the entire Sportsman initiatives that seemingly hinder the hunter more family to the province. than help, Blackwood and Follett noted that keep- “We’re down to earth. We don’t see anything ing tomorrow’s youth interested in nature is becom- special in ourselves and that comes through,” Follett ing more and more of a losing battle. The advent of said. “We’re down to earth fellas just like everyone various technologies, coupled with age restrictions else across Newfoundland and Labrador. Just two on big and small game hunting make the prospect fellas on a fishing trip or hunting trip. We could go of winning over future generations of outdoorsmen out and not get our moose and still have a great time. daunting at best. People will email or call me and said they’ve read “You have to get people used to it at an early age,” our articles or saw the show and have said ‘I almost Blackwood said. “This is why we’re all fighting for felt like I was walking in your steps.’ If they say that the government to decrease the age restrictions on to me, that means I did my job.” DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 29

THE HERALD’S QA& BY: DILLON COLLINS APRIL WINE’S BRIAN GREENWAY With eight gold and platinum selling records, classic rockers April Wine are among Canada’s most legendary music ensembles. Ahead of a showcase at Canada’s Big Birthday Bash on George Street, longtime guitarist Brian Greenway caught up with The Herald for a candid installment of our Q&A. Q You guys are returning to the province on was very pleased. June 30th for Canada’s Big Birthday Bash. How are you feeling about returning to St. John’s? Q 2015 will be your 38th year with the band. Looking back on that time, all of the ups and A Really good, it’s been a long time since we were downs that come with the music industry, how there. The last time I think was 2010 when we would you even begin to describe your run with got our Juno Award (Canadian Music Hall of Fame). April Wine? We had to leave early because that volcanic ash was approaching. It was like abandoning a ship almost, A It’s been a great run. We’ve been lucky enough everyone was so quick in leaving. to do it for so long. The public, the radio sta- tions, everyone has allowed us to do it for so long. Q Hopefully there will be no natural disasters I’m eternally grateful. this time out. Any notable memories come to mind from your frequent visits here over the years? Q April Wine is admittedly Myles Goodwyn’s (founding member/lead singer) baby. He has A All of the time! I love St. John’s. Going up and the say over new music, how long the band contin- walking on The Battery and Signal Hill park, ues, etc. Has he given any inclination over what the through the town and up to Cape Spear. I’ve had future of the band would be? some wonderful times there and have met some wonderful people. A Right now it could be a year-by-year basis. He wanted to retire last year but didn’t ... There Q You joined the band in 1977. Could you talk hasn’t really been talk of next year yet, although us through your mindset when you entered there hasn’t been talk of not doing it next year. I the band? April Wine was already well established know that he doesn’t want to work in the winter any- here in Canada by that time. more so that makes the band not functional during the winter. Whatever people can do to keep them- A It was a life changing event, but also I knew selves going in the winter months could change who them all, so it was like going to play with will be left in the band or who wants to stay or who’s friends at a great job. I remember being ecstatic be- busy doing something else in 2016. cause I wasn’t playing with a band at the time, so I 30 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

HERALD Q&A: APRIL WINE! “There’s that whole generation of younger folk that grew up as April Wine fans. They grew up with it being played into the house and grew up listening to rock music.” — Brian Greenway Q When you’re on tour now in 2015, you love doing. How can you not love it? who are you seeing show up? The diehard April Wine fans? Younger gen- Q If you were asked advice by a younger artist eration? Or a mix of both? breaking into the scene, what would you tell them? A You see the old fans. There’s young folks coming out – I say young be- A Be scared, be afraid, very afraid. Learn the cause I’m older then they are. There’s that business so you don’t get screwed, because it is whole generation of younger folk that a business. You’ve got to know it backwards. Know grew up as April Wine fans. They grew up your instrument well. Be an expert on it. Practice, with it being played into the house and practice, practice. Try to be a little different, listen to grew up listening to rock music. It turned all kinds of music. There are only two kinds of mu- their friends onto it as well, you know? sic: good and bad, except maybe rap music, that’s just bad ... Also for the young musician, never give Q At this stage of your careers, do you concen- up your dream. If it was easy everyone would be do- trate on creating new material or are you con- ing it. It’s tougher than ever, tough for young people tent to just roll with your massive discography? to do anything. You’ve got to appeal to the young people, and I see so many young kids in their cars A You think about it and you think, who would listening to crap music. It’s not even music, it’s a fad play the new stuff? Originally you’d make a re- for them. cord so radio would play it, but radio won’t play any new stuff by old bands. You don’t want to make any more videos because you don’t appeal to the 9-14 year olds. We’re also making it up as we go along. This is the first time bands like us or anybody in this generation (of) rock bands period have been together this long ... We’re writing the book still of how things are done. Q Do you still love the touring aspect of being a professional musician? A I love the playing aspect and I still love the touring. The commute can sometimes be pain- ful, but once you get there, you are there to do what Ticket and more information for Canada’s Big Birthday Bash available at georgestreetlive.ca DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 31

LOCAL ARTS&MORE! STORY: DILLON COLLINS PHOTOS: SUBMITTED BREAKIN (G) OPENING NIGHT THE NICKEL JUNE 23 @ 7:00PM-9:00PM INDEPENDENT Breakin(g): When a young-at-heart senior citi- zen Irene and her testy middle-aged son Steve find FILM FESTIVAL a charming young robber in Irene’s house, the duo have very different ideas of how he should be dealt F or the 15th year, the Nickel Independent with. Film Festival, an event birthed out of a ne- cessity to showcase local filmmakers, touch- FINDING SERENITY es down at the hallowed LSPU Hall in St. John’s. Finding Serenity: a visual journey following the Running from June 21-27, the event is a show- stories of people suffering with bipolar disorder, ex- case of the very best this local film scene has to of- ploring their feelings, emotions and search for se- fer. The NIFF produces intimate screenings, as well renity. The film seeks to let the audience experience as various workshops, film panels and a host of spe- their volatile ride of mood swings, depression and cial events tailor-made for film enthusiasts and pro- mania. With beautiful imagery and incredibly hon- spective filmmakers-to-be. est voices, Finding Serenity hopes to create a new ap- proach in how bipolar and other mental illnesses are LOCAL FILMMAKERS depicted on screen. The event includes offerings from the likes of KRAK’N DOWN Cody Westman, Brian Woodford, James Vandewater, David Feehan, Roger Maunder and a host of talented Krak’n Down: A lone Viking fights for his life and inspired local filmmakers. against a beast of mythical proportions. For those interested in immersing themselves in the inner workings of the industry, the festival plays host to a number of workshops which will cater to most every fancy. From a screenplay series with the critically acclaimed director Justin Simms, to a pitch session with Away From Everywhere’s Brad Gover, the festival offers budding filmmakers and those with a vested interest in the industry a birds-eye view into what makes Newfoundland and Labrador’s independent filmmakers tick. 32 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

LOCAL ARTS: THE NICKEL INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL CLOSING NIGHT AMOUR & COMMANDO FLANKERS Amour & Commando: September 1944. After a Flankers: On the eve of a storm in Newfoundland, dangerous mission, Lieutenant Steve Douglas goes feuding fishermen are forced to set their conflicts to the infirmary, where he meets a lovely nurse, aside when an emergency arises. A tense, atmospheric Nathalie. They fall in love. But it’s difficult for Steve drama starring Joel Thomas Hynes. to reconcile his duty of soldier and his love life. Home Sweet Home: Ben Wilson is an old tired HOME SWEET HOME man living a routine relationship with a loving wife. One night, he finds himself alone in bed. He goes out- side his bedroom to look for his wife and ends up lost in a black nightmarish labyrinth. Searching desperate- ly for his wife, he finds himself facing a black corridor of floating doors all the while being chased by grue- some creatures. His journey will lead to a rediscovery of his identity. For more information, including tickets, screening schedules and much more visit nickelfestival.com DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 33

YOUNG ISLANDERS STORY BY: HAYLEE FREAKE PROVING YOUTH IS NOT WASTED ON THE YOUNG! HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! M y dad is the kind of guy that could make a friend in thirty seconds flat. It always guitar in front of family and friends in crowded liv- amazed me how his charisma just lured ev- ing rooms and around cabin fires. Everyone would eryone in. He always told me that he could be friends sing along to the songs he made his own with his with anyone from ages seventeen to seventy. strong voice and worn out guitar strings. When my dad would play, I never wanted to go to bed, afraid of missing another song and even though they always called the last song before bed- time his ‘finale,’ I knew they stayed up un- til the early hours of the morning. Even to this day, my dad never stops smiling when he plays, his infectious grin encouraging me to play the same worn strings he did. PAPA PICASSO When I was a young I saw my dad as an artist. His chalk drawings on the pavement were summer murals and looking through his old sketch books was like discovering a hidden gallery that I had access to whenev- er I wanted. My dad’s work amazed me. I When I was a little girl, I SAW MY DAD AS A ROCKSTAR! couldn’t believe he, this big outdoorsy man who seemed to not have a delicate bone in He’d play his guitar in front of family and friends in crowded his body, could create the smooth lines of his living rooms and around cabin fires ... and even though they artwork. He went into graphic design as his always called the last song before bedtime his ‘finale’, I knew profession, a job that was not always easy to they stayed up until the early hours of the morning. come by, or keep, with lots of contracts, plen- ty of late nights and early mornings trying I always admired how effortless he was in a to meet deadlines. But when the piece was complete, crowd and how people had this way of gravitating to- you could always see the hard work put into every- wards him; my dad has this way of always making thing he does. My dad’s art influenced me to sign up you feel like you are his best friend. But truthfully, for my school’s art class in grade 11. Though I had my dad is one of my best friends (don’t worry mom, little confidence in my drawing capabilities, dad al- I said ‘one of’). He’s always there for me when I need ways had advice on what could make my piece just him and he drives me crazy like a best friend should. a little better and I quickly fell in love with the same I’ve always looked up to my dad, as I do today, but smooth lines in my own gallery. when I was a child, I saw him in different ways then When I was small, I saw my dad as my protec- I do now. tor. I knew nothing bad would ever happen to me When I was a lit- as long as my dad was by my side. No nightmares tle girl, I saw my dad as were too scary for him to click them away by chang- a rockstar. He’d play his ing the ‘Dream Channel’, no fear was too frightening HAYLEE FREAKE BIO: Hi, my name is Haylee Freake, I am a level 3 stu- dent at Mount Pearl Senior High school and I have a passion for writing. I have been scribbling my thoughts in notebooks since I was able to write and I haven’t stopped since whether it be poetry, short stories or my moms grocery list. I feel most comfortable with a journal in my hands and I never want to put it down. 34 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

YOUNG ISLANDERS: HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! for him to chase away with his comfort- ing hug. I knew my dad had his own fears and nightmares but he never let them get in the way of making me feel safe. Even today, I sleep better at night knowing my dad is in the house, ready to fend off any danger that comes up, and even if he’s far away, I know he’d do anything to make me feel better. SUPER-DAD! When I was small I saw my dad as my protector. I knew nothing bad would ever happen to me as Today, I see my dad as a superhero. long as my dad was by my side. He would do anything for us. He started a new because I got dad to ‘teach me’ how to do the graph- career to help support ic designing. No matter where he is he’ll always try his family, working long to help. I love my dad, I look up to him and I always hours with late nights. will and it’s not just because he’s 6’2! His work in Alberta took its toll on all of us So here’s to the best dad in the world and to all – we missed having dad the other dad’s who believe they are! around but we stuck it out. He remained strong Happy Father’s Day! for us and we tried to stay strong for him. He also never failed to help us with our homework. I can’t tell you the amount of times I’ve gotten top marks on visual presentations Are you a ‘YOUNG ISLANDER’ with something to say? Email [email protected] DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 35

YOUNG ISLANDERS Each evening, during The NTV LWOICNALSAGTHOLLETDE! Evening Newshour and The NTV E aster Seals of Newfoundland and Labrador Sunday Evening Newshour, product Mike Mercer, a paralympic athlete join Danielle Butt to see if the who competes in boccia, was the recipient number on the front cover of of a gold medal at the 2015 Defi-Sportif competition in Montreal, Quebec this past May. your Newfoundland Herald The multi-sport event as- matches one of the three sembles athletes from across LUCKY NUMBERS on screen. the nation and around the globe. Mercer competed in the If so, the first national boccia competition person to call NTV BC2 classification, winning the at (709) 722-5015 gold medal in individual play or 1-855-NTVUWIN and consequently beating out within 30 minutes former paralympians and for- will ... WIN CASH! mer Team Canada athletes. Boccia is played with leather balls on a gymnasium court and is ‘best de- * Every eligible qualifier must provide scribed as a cross between lawn bowling and curl- NTV with the winning Herald Cover. ing’, as noted by Easter Seals NL. — DC 36 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015 Congratulations to gold medalist Mike Mercer!

2015 SAFE WORK AD YOUNG ISLANDERS E ight students from the island have won top prizes for developing young worker CONTEST video,” the press release continued. “The winning entry was created by Helen Pittman, Eric White safety videos and radio ads as part of the and Jacob MacDonald of Appalachia High School, 2015 Safe Work Video/Radio Ad St. Georges. They share the $500 Contest, The Herald has learned prize.” from a Workplace Health, Safety “The winning video will air and Compensation Commission on Rogers Television. The win- press release. “The Workplace ning radio ad will be re-record- Health, Safety and Compensation ed and aired on radio stations Commission’s (the Commission) throughout the province,” the re- annual Safe Work Video/Radio lease stated. Ad Contest is open to Grade 7-12 junior and senior high school stu- ‘SAFE WORK’ dents,” the press release explained. Leslie Galway, CEO of the “The contest encourages students WHSCC, congratulated all of the to develop a video or radio ad to students who participated in the create awareness on preventing Ethan Bickford, Devin Kelly and contest. “Knowing how to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses.” Michael Lawlor of Holy Heart High workplace injuries as you enter School have won the top prize. the workforce creates the founda- LOCAL WINNERS tion for safe work habits that will Ethan Bickford, Devin Kelly protect you and your co-work- and Michael Lawlor of Holy Heart ers throughout a long, healthy ca- High School in St. John’s have reer,” she added. won the top prize with their vid- The Commission supports a eo, which has now been forwarded number of young worker safety to the national It’s Your Job Youth programs, all of which promote Video Contest. Marissa Walsh awareness of health and safety and Cole Inkpen of Marystown in the workplace, such as SAFE Central High School, Marystown Work NL’s Who Wants to Save a Life? won the radio component of the con- trivia game show and the high school test, winning $1,000 for their entries. course Workplace Safety 3220. “The top 10 entries selected by the To view the entries of the top ten vid- judges were entered into a Viewer’s Choice eo finalists, head over to the Safe Work NL competition where the general public could YouTube channel. Congratulations to our vote via Facebook for their favourite safety eight finalists! — WR Does your school deserve some recognition? Tell us about it! [email protected] DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 37

News In Perspective BY JIM FURLONG THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/NTV SOBER SECOND THOUGHT? T he report of Auditor General Michael Ferguson the report was released, it was a good day for Mike Duffy into how the senators of Canada’s upper cham- and his lawyers. It was like a smoke canister exploding ber get rewarded for their labours has been re- across an already cloudy legal battlefield. leased. I know I’m supposed to be all upset about how Over two years and 116 different audits the Audi- our money is being wasted and how there will be a day tor General now says the “status quo” in the Senate is of reckoning but I don’t think that’s going to happen. not enough. Of course, he is right and the dust has been If the media has finished gasping and political colum- blown off a lot of things that went on. Most senators nists finished pointing fingers, let me cut this right to were cleared. Some will dispute the numbers and go to the bone for you and tell you what will happen. You and arbitration. Some will pay back money. A few files have me both will be very old and grey before any Canadian been sent to the RCMP. That is for “possible” further senator sees the inside investigation. After an of a jail cell over any of RCMP investigation is this. What the Auditor conducted, MAYBE a General (who looks just charge will be laid after like an Auditor General a difficult justice deci- should look) says in a sion is made about the nutshell is that there is likelihood of a convic- poor control over sena- tion being registered. tors’ accounting for his Any conviction which or her senate expenses. would come from that “Well, what was your “in the fullness of time” first clue?” From tick- presumably would be ets for hockey games, to You and me both will be very old and the subject of an appeal. fishing trips, to arrange- grey before any Canadian senator sees That would all work its ments for a senator’s 50th MICHAEL FERGUSON the inside of a jail cell… way through the court anniversary celebrations, system by which time I’ll the list of questionable expenses is long. What Michael likely be in a long-term care home somewhere. That’s Ferguson is reporting, however, if you could reduce it to not a cynical view – it is a practical view of the way things one sentence, is that public funds should not be used for work. This report will lead to more accountability for private activities. We all knew that. Intellectually, I also the members of the Senate but that’s about it. There has knew that if a member of the Senate asks a staffer to go already been some pushback from some senators who buy a birthday present for a spouse, it is not right but for claimed they did nothing wrong. better or for worse, it is kind of the way things are. For me, the really important thing about the Mi- Now Ferguson has also acknowledged the blurred chael Ferguson report is that it shows us how the wind line over travel expenses for senators on business and is blowing. There has been recently a series of things that the question is even raised whether partisan political ap- has Canadians wondering about what real value the Sen- pearances by a senator qualify under that as “business.” ate has and whether it is worth it at all. Once hailed as Well, the fact the question is even being asked makes the “the chamber of sober second thought,” it has become waters muddy. I know Mike Duffy and his legal team are something else now and the AG’s report speaks directly interested. Duffy is on trial and some of the issues are the to that. There is a load of stuff going on that may sound same as ones raised in Michael Ferguson’s report. While the death knell of a once great institution that has be- you can’t cite a direct connection, you can say that when come “a bit sketchy.” NTV’s Jim Furlong can be reached by emailing: [email protected] 38 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

News iN Brief FROM AROUND NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR The numbers are in! It’s a reccord year for the 31st annual Janeway Telethon! It was an incredible weekend at the 31st an- nual Janeway Telethon, which set a new fund- raising record of $3 mil- lion. NTV’s Eddie Sheerr Red Premier preferred spoke with Lynn Sparkes yet NDP rise in polls of the Janeway Foundation shortly after the much cel- JANEWAY TELETHON N ewfoundlanders and Labradorians will go ebrated milestone. Sheerr said everyone was in- to the polls on Nov. 30 to elect MHAs to a credibly excited. “This has just been a phenomenal year and it goes to show what teamwork can do and downsized 40-seat legislature, Premier Paul most importantly it just proves again how gener- Davis announced. Bill 13 will accept the final report of the Electoral Boundaries Commission and de- ous Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are when it comes to child health care in this province,” said an lay the provincial voting day to avoid clashing with equally excited Sparkes. the Oct. 19 federal election. Meanwhile, a new opin- ion poll shows the NDP is gain- Endorsing doesn’t always equal to being in- ing ground on the Liberals formed – Seamus O’Regan fumbles and Tories. As NTV’s Michael Connors reported, this will be Federal Liberal candidate Seamus O’Regan picked up the most difficult election the the endorsement of a labour Tories have faced in 15 years. A recent CRA poll shows that sup- union on Tuesday as he tries to unseat NDP MP Ryan DWIGHT BALL port for the governing PCs sits Cleary in St. John’s South- at 27 per cent while Liberal sup- port remains high – though with a slight dip from Mount Pearl. But O’Regan was surprisingly unprepared previous polls – at 50 per cent. The NDP, under new to answer detailed questions leader Earle McCurdy, rose to 22 per cent support about the legislation he’s from decided voters. When it came to preference for SEAMUS O’REGAN premier, Dwight Ball lead the pack with 43 per cent campaigning against. As NTV’s Katie Breen asked questions, O’Regan went looking for notes. while premier Paul Davis saw the support of 26 per cent and Earle McCurdy polled 18 per cent. NTV NEWS FIRST EDITION 5:30PM; NTV EVENING NEWSHOUR 6:00PM DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 39

CRIME FLASHBACK STORY BY: MAX HAINES THE MURDEROUS CHILD M urder at any time is a repugnant act. Soon the little girl was an inte- When commit- gral member of the Rowan family. ted by an adult, we look for She loved to play with and feed the animals on the farm and seemed deep-rooted motives. What to be always laughing and smiling. drove the murderer to the com- The Rowans loved the little girl as if mission of the deed? Was it she were their own. greed? Was it anger or passion? But when murder is committed GEORGE GREEN by a child, we look elsewhere. Prior to Margaret joining the What emotion or drive could family, the Rowans had adopted compel a child to take anoth- another youngster. For two years, er’s life? young George Green had been liv- ing with the family. LIL’ MARGARET As an infant, George had been In 1849, in the township placed with Rev. Mr. Dick, a pres- of Emily, near Peterborough, byterian minister. In 1847, the Ont., a murder took place that Rowans had taken George to their shocked the community and In 1849, in the township of Emily, near farm. When the boy reached the the nation. Eliza and Thomas Peterborough, Ont., a Brutal and hor- age of nine, the Rowans realized he Rowan were God-fearing, hon- rific murder took place that shocked needed some formal education, but est folks, who laboured long the district school was too far away and hard on their farm. When the community and the nation. for him to attend regularly. Every they heard that the widow O’Connor was having a so often they would sit George down at the kitchen difficult time making ends meet since the recent loss table and go over some reading and sums. of her husband, Eliza and Thomas agreed to take in George seemed to take his farm chores with tiny, five-year-old Margaret O’Connor. vigour and good humour. He fed the chickens, milked some of the cows and was pretty helpful around the farm. When Margaret joined the Rowans, George and the little girl often performed chores together. In the autumn of 1849, George was 11, Margaret was five. Events were about to unfold that would af- fect both their lives forever. Samuel Hannah lived about a mile down the road from the Rowans. One fine day, Thomas hitched up his team. He was going to a plowing “bee” at Samuel’s Place. Eliza was planning on spending some time with a neighbour while Thomas was plowing. Her husband would drop her off on his way to the bee. 40 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015 Prior to Margaret O’Connor joining the family the Rowans had adopted another youngster. For two years, young George Green had been living with the family. *Crime Flashback Images are used for reenactment purposes only and might not be historically accurate.

CRIME FLASHBACK: MURDEROUS CHILD Before the Rowans left their farm for the day, found no bear tracks or torn clothing. In fact, they Thomas gave instructions to George to “raise 10 or could find no evidence that a bear had been any- 12 rows of potatoes.” This sort of casual instruction where near the Rowan farm. was over and above the normal chores the young lad was expected to do around the farm. Thomas shouted to George as the team galloped out of the yard, “When Margaret goes out to you, you may have her help you to pick the potatoes and place them in the wheelbarrow.” BEAR ATTACK? George nodded and waved to the Rowans as they drove out of sight. The next time Thomas Rowan was to see George, the boy was running toward him on Samuel Hannah’s farm shouting, “Margaret has been eaten by a bear.” For some reason, which he had dif- ficulty explaining later, Thomas Rowan George nodded and waved to the Rowans as they drove out instinctively felt George was lying. He angrily turned upon the young lad, “You of sight. The next time Thomas Rowan was to see George, the have killed the little girl. You have mur- boy was running toward him on Samuel Hannah’s farm shouting, dered Margaret.” The words came fast “Margaret has been eaten by a bear.” and furious. They were unnatural words, directed against a protesting, sobbing child. The With the search at a standstill, the men turned youngster swore he was telling the truth. their attention back to George Green. They grilled All the men rushed to the Rowan farm to hunt him until finally he fell asleep, still insisting that a for some trace of the missing girl. George pointed out bear had carried the unfortunate Margaret away. where the bear had come upon little Margaret. He il- lustrated how the unsuspecting child had held out SEARCHING FOR MARGARET her hand to the bear, an act she had performed many All the farmers in the area, as well as young times when she gave young calves their milk bottles. George, were up bright and early the next morning to The boy pointed to the place in the fence where the continue the search. Around noon they found the pa- bear had jumped, carrying Margaret with him. thetic body of tiny Margaret O’Connor. She had been The men searched until darkness made it im- bludgeoned to death with a hoe that lay beside her possible to continue. They could find no evidence body. Her attacker had struck her repeatedly in the that a bear had dragged a child in the soft earth. They head and all over her body until she was dead. The DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 41

CRIME FLASHBACK: MURDEROUS CHILD blade of the hoe that George had been using to “raise that George confessed to the murder after he had the potatoes” had blood and strands of the dead girl’s been placed in jail. Margaret had come out to the hair adhering to it. field where George was digging the potatoes. George had never SAVAGE ATTACK thought of killing Margaret be- The men fixed their stares fore. It was only when she was upon George Green. The sav- with him in the field that he ageness of the attack upon the had “taken the notion of killing helpless child was beyond their her.” All of a sudden he struck comprehension. Adamantly pro- her with the hoe again and again testing his innocence, George was until she lay still. taken into custody and lodged in The crowd in the courtroom the Peterborough Jail. On May looked down at the young lad in 3, 1850, to my knowledge, the the prisoner’s box. They stared youngest defendant ever to stand in disbelief. The defence called trial for murder in Canada, faced no witnesses. George was found his accusers. guilty of murder and sentenced The scene was strange. to hang on June 26, 1850. On Solemn, educated men were to Adamantly protesting his innocence, June 4, his sentence was com- argue the merits of his case. A muted to life imprisonment in black-robed, learned judge was George was taken into custody. On May Kingston Penitentiary. to direct the proceedings, and, in 3, 1850, to my knowledge, the youngest the end, a jury was to pass judge- defendant ever to stand trial for murder After a few weeks’ confine- ment on his innocence or guilt. in Canada, faced his accusers. ment, George became pale and weak. Several months later, two The object of all this attention prisoners were relieved of their was a small, trembling child. usual work detail. They slowly carried a tiny pine Thomas Rowan explained the circumstances box, which they placed in an unmarked grave. The leading up to the finding of Margaret’s body. Eliza little boy who had hacked Margaret O’Connor to Rowan then took up the story. She told the court death had arrived at his final resting place. 42 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

BY GUY S. DAVIS Ghost Story: Help from beyond GHOSTLY ASSISTANCE ACCEPTED T he famous writers Er- modern times. We talked about nest Hemingway and my difficulty in creating a suitable D.H. Lawrence among ending for my short story. others claimed they have been helped in their literary efforts “GHOST WRITERS” with help from beyond. I never The dream was so vivid that believed it until I had a personal I remembered every detail when experience. I awoke and the various sugges- tions which were given me by my DESPERATE TIMES I fell into a deep sleep and dreamed I nocturnal visitors. The ending I was seating at a table with some of finally chose was so unique and I’m a writer and in this partic- the greatest writers of modern times. original it won me a prize and my ular case, I had a terrible writer’s block. I had written most of a story but couldn’t come publisher was thrilled by the entire concept. I know up with an ending. I was becoming desperate, as my I sure was, because I was well paid for it. Actually, I deadline was fast approaching. That night, totally ex- have had help from beyond several times since, but hausted, I fell into a deep sleep and dreamed I was that first dream convinced me without a doubt there seated at a table with some of the greatest writers of are such things as “ghost writers.” VIRGO: KEEP AN OPEN YOUR HOROSCOPEMIND THIS WEEK ARIES (Mar 21 to April 19) A plan from their hectic schedules to restore SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) Travel you’ve kept on hold for a long time fi- their energies and rebuild their mental plans might need readjusting be- nally could be greenlighted. But in typ- muscles. Have fun. cause of changes in the costs previous- ical Aries form, you’ll need to be sure VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) Virgos ly agreed to. Deal with the problem as that everything is in place before you will need to keep an open mind this quickly as possible to minimize any hit the “start” button. week about choices that seem improb- delays that might result. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Others able. A closer study might well reveal SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) might urge you to act more quickly on possibilities that might have been over- Your honest approach to an unsettling your ideas. But you’d be wise experience draws admiration from others. Use their feed- CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS!to follow your Bovine instincts back to build support for your program to introduce changes. and get more facts to bolster CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan H Hyour position when you final- ly present it. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) 19) Travel is strong in your as- You might be tempted to ac- pect this week, and so is nos- cept the well-meaning offer talgia! You might want to con- of a friend to act as an inter- sider planning a trip to a place mediary in a dispute. But you that holds some very special know best what it’s about, and H HPRINCE WILLIAM CHRIS O’DONNELL meaning for you. Bon voyage. you can handle the challenge. JUNE 26, 1970 AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb JUNE 21, 1982 KHLOE KARDASHIAN JUNE 27, 1984 Good luck. BORN You have a way of making people feel com- 18) A job-related situation CANCER (June 21 to July 22) fortable without losing one whit of your could provide an opportunity Entertainment can play an im- THIS WEEK: own dignity in the process. you hadn’t considered before. portant role this week. Enjoy Look it over carefully and see some well-earned diversion with peo- looked. Stay with it. where and how it could fit your needs. ple you care about. Something espe- LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) A disap- PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Showing cially wonderful might come from this pointing outcome of a well-intentioned strength as well as sympathy helps you well-spent time. effort should be seen as a lesson in how deal with a difficult personal matter. It LEO (July 23 to Aug 22) Catnaps and to do it right the next time. Note all also helps you set an example for oth- playtime are in order for Leos and your changes and have your new plan ers when it’s their turn to get involved Leonas who need to take some time off set up by week’s end. in the situation. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 43

FINE OL’ SCOFF PAM PARDY GHENT [email protected] GO BANANAS FOR DAD’S DAY! I t’s Dad’s day! How great is that? To please the the batter well enough and the eggs pretty much daddy in our home, we just give him some- baked whole into the cake) the simpler, the better. thing sweet – that also happens to include The first time my daughter and I made this one, taken a few nuts – to go along with his favourite beverage from Kraftcanada.com, I worried about the addition … coffee! Banana bread fits that bill perfectly. While of so-called “sandwich spread.” I didn’t need to wor- we’ve used many recipes over the years (in one, my ry! It turned out great! The best part for daddy – who daughter – being very head-strong – refused to beat has to eat it, no matter what – no eggs! BANANA BREAD H 1 egg H 1-1/2 cups flour H 1/2 cup Miracle Whip H 1 cup sugar H 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Calorie-Wise Spread H 1 tsp. baking soda H 1-1/3 cups mashed fully H 1 tsp. salt ripe bananas (about 3) Heat oven to 350ºF. Beat egg, Miracle Whip and ba- nanas in large bowl with whisk until blended. Combine re- maining ingredients in separate bowl. Add to banana mix- ture; stir just until moistened. Pour into 9x5-inch loaf pan sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 1 hour or until toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 min.; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely. Kraft Kitchen Tip: Stir 1 cup Baker’s semisweet choco- late chips into batter and bake as directed. 44 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

RECAPS BY A SNEAK PEEK AT THE LATEST NEWS DANA BLOCK SOAP TALKFROM NEWFOUNDLAND’S TOP SOAPS THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL Nikki doubted she could stay sober while mar- Knowing how closely Liam was going to be work- ried to Victor. Lauren assaulted Lily after she brought ing with Steffy, Bill encouraged his son to follow his up the Carmine affair. Mariah regretted taking mat- heart and pursue a future with his ex-flame. Ridge ters into her own hands in trying to catch the kill- began worrying that his plan to take over Forrester er. Phyllis confronted Joe about his relationship with Creations wasn’t going to work out. Ivy turned to Avery. Victor warned his daughter that Jack would Carter for professional advice about a pressing legal double-cross them. Later, Victoria grew suspicious matter. Feeling as though her world was crashing in when she saw the Abbotts huddled together in secre- around her, Ivy received unexpected support from cy. Abby was concerned about Ashley’s behavior at an unlikely source. Quinn paid Bill a visit, insisting the lab. Cane snapped at Lily for attacking Lauren. that he stop playing favorites with his sons. Ivy over- Summer believed that Kyle was keeping secrets from heard a conversation between Steffy and Liam that her. Mariah suggested to Kevin that they skip town. confirmed her fears about them. Caroline went into Dylan assured Sharon that he wasn’t going back to more detail about what happened to her in New York. Avery. GENERAL HOSPITAL DAYS OF OUR LIVES Elizabeth tried to discourage Jake from apply- Abigail panicked after waking up in ing for a new job. Sloane asked Nikolas for a Chad’s bed. Will and Sonny tried to set favor. Sabrina doubted Rosalie’s true inten- aside their problems at Arianna’s birth- day party. John and Paul continued tions. Jordan was surprised by an interro- to bond. At the party, Kate blurt- gation going on at the PCPD. Molly was ed out that Lucas and Adrienne not happy with Ric’s decision to marry were having an affair. Sonny and Nina. A frantic Elizabeth told Nikolas Will shared an awkward encoun- she was worried about the possible re- ter with Paul. Hope began to sus- percussions of Jake’s new job pros- pect that Clyde might have been pect. Sabrina gave Rosalie a chill- involved in Sonny’s stabbing. ing warning. Sam met with Nina to Stefano returned to Salem. Clyde see what was up with her latest busi- wasn’t pleased to learn that Hope ness transactions. Lulu demand- had been asking questions about ed answers from Luke. Tracy and him. Paige was still reeling from Sabrina formed a bond. Michael the news about her mother and learned there was a possible mole JJ’s affair. Justin told Adrienne at ELQ. Dante was torn about that he wasn’t giving up on his latest arrest. their marriage. Eve came up with an idea on how to get LAUREN assaulted Lily after revenge on Jennifer. she brought up the Carmine affair on Y&R. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 45

POSITIVE PARENTING PQA&MAPWARITDHY-GHENT Mother of a teenager and a precocious first grader, our Managing Editor takes your questions: [email protected] Q. We will be bringing a baby girl into the family around Father’s Day. My boys (aged 2 & 4) and I are really close, and they love doing ‘boy things’ with Dad. What now? I’m lost. D ad, relax! Things may INDIVIDUALITY ycsccstwpfstwohhiuphaaoadiireiermguttirenlrhhctgdFyase.pgiefonifyeEtisuiraunhhdcoetssrriwloergtupeogatmreoforcinafdasnrncultfrentssooeaoiigtce.ovaaudwmhfkmgnliilwgyw,tllrfis,yithoisriIbeohsrltltuctshlr,ageeidhsa!ilmirepebnotmnen.Wto.uelghegjiMahacuttim.ehsnktilaBsriTsfyltaevmbg.iteohuthceeSbhtepeyearboh,euacyovlerhieytrnseunhfaabibbrfleegggzloiudyeaowwsshoyv--nntoo;yoedswgdbEexooitrttaeyplhlkasssletoelrllstreao–peosaajftnuorohsdtrire.nhdwtewhianaeuosgtghmrehhltdetotshesfoertuofnldttgeteaoearbto.slp!eRBoEaoewnlrdlttcahteiooxeerumn.sarEnaiatnldgniccnedoeoenmub,yjroaeeoaybsvug!eyterroGyyWwptdemldlaorotoiaxlauhoeaouvlrhapn”dncidrtelitnlktidEBe’lhottbelegsty.vhuersrtoo–eoieyciaaaEynnreeaskonnnsnywguxgnu.ddddotjsprditoorocfelhlcyahlciodjhyenbonaritaahoiitlaogeriyrldunonuasdbettidgv,rthyhwnip–ytehnsieidcolenhtndathelimtutwhgecygvohhriro/iolilaeifdndmilmmntrlsuslofuegrligduanfeaesoaaesynyonklno,stir“ittnftlattamghhoysotootlnfihh.eesveeoorewdoyyaeee--!!. 46 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015

BABY OF THE YEAR ENTRY FORM THIS WEEK’S WINNERS OH GIRL! OH BOY! BABY’S NAME PARENTS’ NAME(S) RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS CHILD’S BIRTHDATE LM LF TELEPHONE NUMBER PEYTON LONG JACK BARRETT Please note: If family members other than par- ents send photo of child, you must include a Daughter of David and Son of Edna and Rob Barrett, written permission slip from parents or the Sherri-Lynn Long, CBS St. John’s child’s guardian. Send your completed entry form and photograph to: HONOURABLE MENTIONS BABY OF THE YEAR CONTEST Jaxon Burke Gracie Brake Ronan Halleran Little St. Lawrence Torbay Paradise c/o The Newfoundland Herald P.O. Box 2015 A THOUSAND SMILES St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R7 Send in your child’s candid or email [email protected] moments and share your family’s happiest moments with our readers. RULES & REGULATIONS NICE AND COSY Enter your baby’s picture in the annual New- foundland Herald Baby of the Year Contest. Fill Emma, daughter of Danny and Theresa out the entry form above and send us a recent Martin, Spanish Room, is snuggled up and photograph of your baby. Or you can email information and a high-resolution photo to loving life to the fullest! [email protected]. Babies must be under the age of two by Dec. 31, 2015. Two babies – a boy and a girl – will qualify every week. Our Baby of the Year will be chosen from all weekly qualifiers. The overall winner will appear on the cover of the first issue of The Newfoundland Herald in 2016. CONTEST RULES: • Babies must be under the age of two by Dec. 31, 2015 (born in 2014 or 2015). • Photos must be larger than wallet size, be clear and unobstructed (the less accessories the better). • No photos will be returned. • Photos must be received on or before Oct. 31, 2015. • Employees and immediate family members of The Newfoundland Herald and its affili- ated companies are not eligible to enter. • Winning babies must reside in Newfound- land and Labrador. • You may enter as often as you wish, though once your child is chosen as our weekly win- ner, they aren’t eligible to win again. • The judges’ decision is final. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com JUNE 21 - 27, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 47

PUZZLES & BRAIN TEASERS EACH WEEK TRAIN YOUR BRAIN WITH CLEVER PUZZLES! The Newfoundland Herald challenges readers to a collection of brain building activities. ANSWER US THIS... I am not a human, nor am I an animal. I have eyes, but cannot see, and I have hair that you cannot comb. My brown skin has several layers but this seems a paradox, because one is smooth and the other is hard. My skin protects my soft white flesh; and within my flesh is my opaque blood. What am I? — braingle.com Answer — A coconut. The coconut is the seed and edible fruit of the coco palm tree (Cocos nucifera). Each coconut has several layers: a smooth, deep tan outer covering; a brown fiber of 1-2” thickness; a hard, dark brown hairy husk with three indented “eyes” at one end; a thin brown skin; the cream white coconut meat; and at the center, a thin opaque coconut juice. © 2015 King Features Syndicate. All rights reserved. GO FIGURE! by Linda Thistle The idea of Go Figure is to arrive StarHMap By Linda Thistle at the figures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the di- Draw a star in exactly 10 of the empty squares in agram by following the arithmetic the diagram below so that each numbered square signs in the order they are given accurate indicates how many immediately adjacent (that is, from left to right and top squares (horizontally, vertically or diagonally) con- to bottom). Use only the numbers tain a star. below the diagram to complete its blank squares and use each of the nine numbers only once. CryptoQuote By TERRY STICKELS AXYDLBAAXR What number replaces the is LONGFELLOW question mark? One letter stands for another. In this sample, A is used for the three L’s, X for the two O’s, etc. Single letters, apos- trophes, the length and formation of the words are all hints. Each week the code letters are different. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc. A. -12 B. 29 C. 57 D. 101 48 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/JUNE 21 - 27, 2015