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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 Year 68 • No. 31 ARTISTS’ SPOTLIGHT ST. JOHN’S REGATTA PARTY SEASON COVER STORY Page 16 Page 19 Page 29 Page 33 RUNNING WILD WITH BEAR GRYLLS The world’s greatest adventurer is bringng celebrities on the ride of a lifetime. INSIDE THIS WEEK 2 FROM THE ARCHIVES 40 CRIME FLASHBACK 5, 29 and 39 years in our past How the mighty fall 3 RANTINGS OF A RED HEAD 43 GHOST STORY Tattoos: “Not just for inmates” What a fright 4 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 43 HOROSCOPE Publish or perish 8 PEOPLE Your life according to the stars 1L4ocIaNlSaPnIdRHAoTlIlOywNoAodLcPeEleObrPitLieEs 44 SUMMER SKINCARE 1D6eeCpOakVCERhoSpTraORY 2R0unAniRnTgIWSTilSd’ wSPitOh BTLeaIGr GHrTylls Skin care tips and tricks 2A3n uHnEtRraAdiLtiDonSaPlEcCaInAvaLsFEATURE 45 SOAP TALK 2Sh9aSuPnOMRaTjuSmAdeNrD NL LEISURE 3R0oySaAl SLtU. TJoEhTnO’s RCeOgaMttMa UNITIES Daytime’s hottest topics QUOTE OF THE WEEK St. John’s 46 POSITIVE PARENTING 33 LOCAL MUSIC SCENE & MORE Heat stroke and heat exhaustion “That’s the birth of storytelling, Random Sound Music Festival 48 PUZZLES AND BRAINTEASERS food, culture in Newfoundland. It 36 WHAT’S ON THE GO Train your brain with clever puzzles all comes from the outport.” Upcoming events around the province 55 TV WEEK 37 TASTES OF NEWFOUNDLAND — Shaun Majumder, Pg. 23 Camping meals Your guide to the best on TV this week 38 NEWS IN PERSPECTIVE 56 MOVIE MAGIC FEATURES Whistling for the wind A sneak-peek at movies on TV 39 NEWS IN BRIEF 58 SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS 6 BACK IN THE SADDLE Be water smart. Wear a lifejacket or PFD Action-packed sports John Ottenheimer makes his long-awaited return to 77 HOT TICKETS politics ahead of the PC’s leadership race. What’s new in theatres and video stores 14 GETTING DEEP WITH DEEPAK 94 HERALD BOOK BONUS The ‘poet-prophet of alternative medicine’ will be Autobiography of a Yogi visiting St. John’s in early August. 95 COMICS 20 AN UNTRADITIONAL CANVAS Captain Atlantis, Phantom, Archie, Spider- ‘The Herald’ talks Newfie Pride and the appeal of man, Garfield, The Spats, Amber Waves, Pig wearing artwork forever with two local tattooists. People, Cats and Dogs, Laff a Day, Popeye, 23 SHAUN MAJUMDER In the Bleachers and Out on a Limb ‘Majumder Manor’ Season 2 continues the quest to 100 KIDS’ CORNER rejuvenate rural Newfoundland. Activities, art work, puzzles and more 29 ROYAL ST. JOHN’S REGATTA 102 ON THE SCENE Celebrating its 196th year, the regatta is the oldest 2014 Toyota Salmon Festival organized sporting event in North America. 104 LAST LAUGH 30 SALUTE TO ST. JOHN’S Tickle your funnybone Mayor Dennis O’Keefe gives us his take on why St. John’s is a must-visit destination this summer 32 REGATTA SCHEDULE Listing of the races and who our experts predict will CONTESTS win. 33 PARTY SEASON IS UPON US 9 LUCKY NUMBER The 2nd annual Random Sound Music Festival turns 12 POSTCARDS FROM PARIS up the heat this August. 15 DEEPAK CHOPRA 36 THE JUGGERNAUT: A NEW CHALLENGE 47 BABY OF THE YEAR Like competition? Don’t mind getting dirty? Well, The 50 SUPER CASH PUZZLE Juggernaut obstacle course race is for you! 93 SNAPPY CASH PUZZLE 52 REBEL WITH AN UNCONVENTIONAL CAUSE 103 PHOTO CONTEST Local model beats down typical beauty standards with her heavily tattooed body. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 1

From The Archives 39 YEARS AGO this week... Volume 68 No. 31 This week in history, The Herald’s Joseph R. cover featured an article ques- THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD. Smallwood tioning why Canada continues to Published by the SUNDAY HERALD LTD., let Russian, Portuguese and Spanish Logy Bay Road, St. John’s, Newfoundland. boats exceed their fishing quotas. In Tel.: (709) 726-7060, Fax: (709) 726-6971. 1975, Joey Smallwood was campaign- Mail: P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R7. ing island-wide for the installation of a 200 mile limit to prevent foreign boats E-mail:[email protected]. from fishing off of our shores. Small- Entire contents copyright 2014 wood said that he was present at the © The Newfoundland Herald. All rights reserved. birth of Newfoundland’s entry into Confederation and did not SUBSCRIPTION RATES: In Newfoundland and want to be present at its death. The article stated that “Now is the Labrador – 26 issues for $44.27 + HST, 52 issues time to see the benefits of Confederation and find out who are (1 year) for $82.63 + HST. Call 1-800-901-4901. friends are,” continuing to add that “we do not think NL is asking too much when the lives of 400 settlements and 28 major towns PUBLISHING CREED are at stake. “If you abuse POWER you lose it, But if you do not use POWER you also lose it.” 29 YEARS AGO this week... Publisher: The Sunday Herald Ltd. Founder: G.W. Stirling This week in history, The Herald’s Cover Editor: G. Scott Stirling cover featured a vintage photo of men’s Regatta rowing team. The first Managing Editor: Pam Pardy-Ghent Regatta event took place on August 14 and 15 of 1826. Staff Writers: Dillon Collins, Wendy Rose In local news, the 1985 caplin fishery was an unsuccessful one, due to bad Art Director: Shannon Cleary weather, poor markets and low catches. The Newfoundland and Graphic Artists: Janice Keels, Laurene Slaney Labrador Caplin Exporters Associa- tion was hoping to produce 15,000 Contributing Photographers:Scott Bowering, tonnes but managed to market only 13,000 tonnes. The 1984 Bud Gaulton, Aamie Gillam, Sara Rostotski fishery had a market of 26 million while the 1985 caplin fish- ery brought in 17.5 million. Contributing Writers: Guy Davis, Elsewhere, California’s Disneyland celebrated its 30th birthday with over 60,000 attendees. The party lasted for 30 hours. Heidi Wicks, Danette Dooley, Jim Furlong, Melyssa Gloude Contributing Artist: Danny Bulanadi A bad year for Sales/Circulation Manager: Gary Oliver caplin: the 1985 caplin 570-5246 market did not Sales Representatives: Pam Wall: 570-5205 live up to the Stephanie Piccott: 570-5215 successful market of Jackie Sparkes-Arnold: 570-5263 1984. Circulation Coordinator: Judy Furlong Chief Financial Officer: Ron Sparkes Credit Manager: Brenda Hussey Operations: Steve Dray, Roberta Noseworthy Promotion: Mike Greenland 5 YEARS AGO this week... PUBLICATIONS MAIL AGREEMENT NO. 0040012044 REGISTRATION NO. 09027 This week in 2009, The Herald cover featured Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo. In RETURN UNDELIVERABLE ITEMS TO: 2009, George Street Festival was cel- THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD ebrating its 25th year. Blue Rodeo, Steven Page of The Barenaked Ladies P.O. BOX 2015, ST. JOHN’S, NL, A1C 5R7 and Dr. Hook were among some of Mary Walsh as the acts to play at the 2009 festival. DISTRIBUTORS: a punk rocker? In local news, Mary Walsh was set to star as a grown-up punk rocker who St. John’s, Mount Pearl, 570-5246; The comedi- wins the lotto and moves her entire enne seems to family to Toronto, getting into hijinks almost immediately after Bayden Bown, Burin Peninsula, 279-0269; have an unlim- arriving. The creation of the series was approved but never aired. Wade Morgan, Trinity-Conception, 786-2539; ited number of Elsewhere, Michael Jackson’s doctor, Conrad Murray, was being Diane Arnold, Clarenville/Bonavista, personas she investigated in connection with the King of Pop’s death. Detec- can tap into. tives were questioning if Jackson’s death was an accidental over- 677-2702; dose or a homicide. Allan Miles, Grand Falls/Windsor, 535-0290; John Morgan, Placentia, 227-2622; Bruce Hulan, Stephenville, 645-2309; Ron Downey, Corner Brook/Deer Lake/ Pasadena, 632-5918; Tina Foley, Gander, 256-3853 ISDN 0824-3581 We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage. 2 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

RANTINGS OF A REDHEAD by wendy rose TATTOOS: “NOT JUST FOR INMATES”THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD W“The house is the body of the soul. Why not decorate the walls?” hen I pitched the idea writing about the rating their bodies nowadays. A 70+ year old woman art of tattooing and its steadily increasing told me I inspired her to get a small tattoo of her popularity with people of all ages, I wasn’t favourite flower on her ankle. My doctor’s assistant ex- sure how my coworkers would react. One citedly told me all about how her and her friend are get- thought a piece showcasing local tattoo culture was a ting tattoos to celebrate her 40th birthday this year. great idea and enthusiastically added “Yeah! Tattoos Although my mother will never be booking a tattoo ap- aren’t just for prison inmates anymore!” I laughed and pointment, many of her friends have small tattoos. My shook my head, thinking of all of my heavily tattooed coworker was right, tattoos really aren’t just for prison friends who have never once interacted with the local inmates anymore. judicial system. I’m the only person in the office A JOURNALIST FIRST with a significant amount of tattoos We seem to be slowly but from what I can tell, unless some of steadily moving towards a work- my older coworkers are hiding half force that accepts tattoos and sleeves and thigh pieces under their piercings more than it did say, business casual attire. Scott Stirling ten years ago. My lip ring and himself didn’t even seem surprised septum ring have never been an by my appearance on our first meet- issue working in the media. My ing. (A big sigh of relief for me!) chest, arm and leg tattoos were never a topic of discussion at the “YOU’RE A REPORTER!?” office. It’s great to know that I Before I started working full time scored this job based on my skills for The Newfoundland Herald, I and was not penalized for the way freelanced for a few media outlets. I I looked. Words cannot describe remember showing up to the Oc- how thankful I am to not have to cupy Canada protests at Harbour- From canvas to skin: My most wear a turtleneck to work. side Park in 2012 with my large recent tattoo is taken from a chest tattoo mildly concealed under I remember a woman telling my t-shirt and blazer. me what an awesome worker I painting by Rebecca Rice. was at one of my old retail jobs. I introduced myself and stated my Tell me again that tattoos She said she’d love to have me as business. A wide-eyed, noticeably aren’t works of art? a server at her restaurant, but she surprised woman responded incred- would never hire me based on my ulously, “YOU’RE a reporter!?” I smiled and pointed to looks. Talk about a backhanded compliment. Calmly my Nikon camera that was slung around my neck. and respectfully, I replied that though I appreciated the “You’re the coolest reporter I’ve ever seen!” she ex- compliment on my work ethic, I would never be able to claimed. I did not see that one coming. work for someone who would discriminate against any- People don’t really seem to get too shocked by inked one based on an outward appearance. The customer folks anymore. Every now and again I’ll get a weird look waiting behind her in line guffawed at her comment when I show up somewhere and say I’m with The Her- and nearly choked over my calm and collected response, ald, but nobody has doubted that claim yet. It’s nice to commending me, the tattooed, blue-haired teenager, for see how much things have changed, even in the last few dealing with the situation in such a mature way. years. I remember being asked “Now why would you go Even if tattoos may not be your thing, it’s ludicrous and do that to yourself?” multiple times a week while to discriminate against the personal choices someone working a public retail job a few years ago. I often an- has made concerning their body. To any tattoo discrim- swered that question with a simple “Why not?” inators, I tell you this: Next time you see a heavily tat- There’s a homemade magnet that sits on my fridge tooed person, don’t cringe and shake your head. Don’t and with the words: “The house is the body of the soul: cross the street, or even worse, cross yourself. (That Why not decorate the walls?” Exactly. Why not? happened to me. Twice.) That tattooed person could be Teens and 20-somethings aren’t the only ones deco- writing the article you’re reading right now. Wendy Rose, The Herald’s Staff Writer, can be reached by emailing [email protected] DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 3

Letters to the editor THE COMING CHRISTIAN REVOLT Dear Editor, free exercise altogether. Under the guise of From behind a smoking sniper rifle “anti-discrimination,” Christians today face high atop his ivory tower peers the sec- discrimination at unprecedented levels. ular-‘progressive.’ He surveys his many victims, strewn across the American Let’s see if we can make this abundantly landscape below and mockingly sneers, clear. Christians, true Christians – regener- “War on Christianity? What war on ate, Bible-believing Christians who strive Christianity?” their level best to maintain fidelity to the He then resumes shooting, all the word of God and honour His commands – while insisting that those uncooperative will not, indeed cannot, participate in, ap- Christians who scatter for cover be- prove of, facilitate or encourage certain be- hind the word of God IT’S A FACT! and the U.S. haviours deemed by the Holy Constitution Scriptures to be immoral or sinful. St. John’s became one of somehow suf- This is both our constitution- the first Canadian cities fer from a “per- ally affirmed human right and to have an official gay secution our Christian duty. bar, back in 1974 when complex” (the It is not done from hate. It ‘Friends’ opened its baker, the pho- is not done from bigotry. It doors. Prior to its open- tographer, the is done neither from a po- ing, there were several florist, the sition of superiority nor a de- local bars that were innkeeper, the dubbed LGBTQ friendly, Christian school administrator, etc.). sire to “impose our beliefs” upon others. most notably was the Though there are many, it is plain for all It is done from both obedience to Hotel Newfoundland to see that abortion and “sexual liberation” bar, which Time Maga- remain the two principal theaters in the on- Christ and compassion for our fellow zine dubbed “one of going culture war battlefront. fallen who yet wallow in folly. Canada’s great gay hang- To fully advance the causes of radical Central to Christianity, and clearly delin- outs from 1968 - 1973”. feminism, abortion-on-demand, unfettered eated throughout both the Old and New Tes- sexual license, “gay marriage” and the like, taments, is the unambiguous and timeless the pagan left must do away with religious proposition that any sexual practice outside the bonds of true man-woman marriage constitutes sexual immorality and results in separation from God. This, of course, in- cludes sexual acting out between members r r n 4 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

Letters to the editor of the same sex, whether or not such acting out is tied to the anything today’s pagan left can threaten. novel notion of so-called “same-sex marriage.” In the ongoing culture war, it seems there Likewise central to Christianity is the relatively easy-to- are no rules of engagement. The secular left will accept noth- understand concept that a Christ follower must neither take ing short of unconditional surrender. That is to say, the pa- the life of a pre-born child nor aid and abet, in any way, the gans demand that we Christians abandon the biblical taking of such life. worldview altogether, and adopt their own. This will never It is not so much that Christians wish, willy-nilly, to call happen. abortion, homosexual behaviour, fornication, adultery, bes- Martin Luther King Jr. famously declared, “One has not tiality, incest or any other disordered sexual proclivity “sin- only a legal, but a moral responsibility to obey just laws. Con- ful.” It is, rather, that we must. For the true Christian, God’s versely, one has a moral responsibility to disobey unjust objective truths will always trump man’s subjective desires. laws.” Newton’s Third Law states: “For every ac- tion, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” For every law, regulation, activist court rul- ing or presidential edict that demands Chris- tians violate their sincerely held religious beliefs and adopt a postmodern, moral rela- tivist way of life, there increases, in exact pro- portion, the likelihood of widespread civil disobedience – disobedience of the sort we haven’t seen since the civil rights struggles of the 1950s and ’60s. Indeed, if, in the spirit of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., we, his fellow Christian trav- ellers, must again face the water hoses, then face them we shall. As the recent Hobby Lobby decision reaf- firmed, the government cannot legislate away religious free exercise. Where your desire, in- tense though it may be, for me to employ you Clearly delineated throughout both the Old and despite your antagonistic values system, pay New Testaments, is the unambiguous and timeless for your abortion, or host, photograph or oth- proposition that any sexual practice outside the erwise bake a rainbow cake for your faux “wed- bonds of true man-woman marriage constitutes sex- ding,” comes into conflict with my absolute ual immorality and results in separation from God. right to religious liberty, the result is a forgone conclusion. I win, you lose. We have seen and will continue to see an exponential in- In 2012, after the Obama administration unilaterally is- crease in Christian business owners refusing to violate God’s sued its now gutted HHS contraception/abortion mandate, commands by complying with unconstitutional, immoral Catholic priests from across the nation, to their great credit, and unjust government dictates. read from the pulpit a letter that contained the following dec- For 2,000 years, whenever such conflicts have arisen, laration: “We cannot – we will not – comply with this unjust Christians have placed the laws of God above the laws of man. law.” What makes you think we’re about to change now? As our secularist government increasingly imposes simi- As many in the early church refused to bow a knee to Cae- lar laws, so, too, increases the certitude of civil disobedience. sar in worship, so, too, will many modern Christians refuse, While there are those who will give way out of fear, weak- under any circumstances, to obey any law that presumes to ness or a desire to conform to the world, there are many oth- make sin obligatory. ers who will not. Christians must peacefully come together, If the ancient church, through the power of the Holy lock arms and redouble our resistance to evil. Spirit, was able to face the lions in hopeful anticipation of Even when that evil is adorned with the presidential seal joining Jesus, then we, too, under the same Spirit, will face and signature. — Matt Barber Matt Barber is founder and editor-in chief of BarbWire.com. He is an author, columnist, cultural analyst and an attorney concentrating in constitutional law. Having retired as an undefeated heavyweight professional boxer, Matt has taken his fight from the ring to the culture war. Follow Matt on Twitter: @jmattbarber. PUBLISH OR PERISH SEND YOUR LETTER OR PHOTO TO THE HERALD: P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s NL, A1C 5R7. Fax 726-6971 or e-mail: letters@nfldherald.com • www.nfldherald.com DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 5

POLITICAL WATCH BY DILLON COLLINS NJohn Ottenheimer makes his long-awaited return to politics ahead of the PC’s leadership race ewfoundland and Labrador’s political pundits and I decided that this was something that I was very in- will be no stranger to John Ottenheimer. The terested in doing. This time was different when Coleman 12 year veteran of the political arenas has done decided to withdraw, I made the decision that very same his time so to speak in our political world. To afternoon that I would be in the race. We’re at a very im- quote Michael Corleone, “Just when I thought I was out, portant time in our political history. It’s no great secret they pulled me back in!” that the party is lagging behind somewhat in the polls, but we’re still at least a year away from the next election RETURN TO FORMER GLORY and I believe strongly that we can return the party to After a seven year hiatus in which Ottenheimer hung where it once was.” his hat in just about every area this province has to offer, he makes his return to the political world, stepping into ‘SPIRITED & COMPETITIVE RACE’ the race for the PC leadership, with all roads leading to Along with fellow candidates Steve Kent and Paul Sept. 12th. Ottenheimer sat down with The Herald and Davis, the race thus far has been rather cordial in nature, answered the burning question: Why now? though a spirited sprint to the finish is expected. “It has “I was in politics for 12 years, out of it for seven and to be spirited, it has to be competitive,” Ottenheimer said. having been away for seven years I guess I was a private “There’s no doubt in my mind that we are better off as a citizen and observer of the political process in the party when we have a spirited and competitive race lead- province,” Ottenheimer said. “This opportunity came up ing into September. By the same token, we’re all mem- bers of the same party and this is obviously in the best interest of the party and consequently the best interest of the province. Maintaining that level of decorum and respect is critical and I have nothing but praise for my two opponents in the sense that this has been very rapport and open. I feel like we are all in this for the right reasons and one of us on Sept. 12th will assume the leadership and we move forward “It’s no great secret that the party is lagging behind somewhat in the polls, but we’re still at least a year away from the next election and I believe strongly that we can return the party to where it once was.” — John Ottenheimer h 6 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

POLITICAL WATCH: JOHN OTTENHEIMER Many politicians have sided with the veteran Ottenheimer, some- thing he attributes to his work in and outside of politics. as a united team.” one issue he plans on tackling. From the onset, many politicians have sided with the Years of experience and know- how could make him a force to be veteran Ottenheimer, something he attributes to his work reckoned with. “One is that we in and outside of politics. “I think it’s largely my experi- clearly need stability within the ence in politics,” he said. “Twelve years in politics, eight party,” Ottenheimer said of his years in opposition and four years in cabinet... I’ve been plans for the party. “We’ve gone a teacher and a school administrator in the province. I’m through a difficult period of sev- a lawyer and have practiced law for close to 40 years. I’ve eral months. Whoever wins this chaired the board of directors of Newfoundland and convention first and foremost must take it upon them- Labrador Hydro and I believe there’s a variety of experi- selves to ensure that the leadership issue is stabilized for ence that I present to the party and consequently the the benefit of the party and province. I’ve spoken at province. That may be the most distinguishing factor as length on the issue of our public pension plan, the issue I see it, both my political experience and having done a variety of other activities in my life.” PAST RELATIONSHIPS Detractors will be quick to point to Ot- tenheimer’s backing of Prime Minister Stephen Harper in 2011 as fodder against him, but Ottenheimer, ever ready for the burning questions, suggests that if his bid for leadership is successful, his past deal- ings with the federal government will serve as a long term advantage. “I ran for the fed- eral Tories back in 2011 because I believe we really need a voice in Ottawa” he said. “Unfortunately right now we do not have that voice. I felt it was important that the “I spoke on re-engaging the public utilities board province have some representation in Ot- on the issue of any future Muskrat Falls issues or pri- tawa which is fundamentally why I decided orities that are raised… I do realize it would be vir- to run. On that point, that issue is raised tually impossible to be retroactive.” — John Ottenheimer with me from time to time and I make this comment: If I am successful and become the leader of this party and the province, I don’t think of unfunded liability. It’s a noose around our neck from that we as a province are jeopardized or disadvantaged in an economical point of view and I see it as an issue for any way if the Prime Minister of this country or the coun- me to come to grips with that and ensure, through part- try of Canada sees the premier of this province as rela- nership, we find a resolution. I also had a press confer- tively recently being a candidate for them in the 2011 ence where I spoke on the re-engaging on the public general election. There’s a relationship as I see it that will utilities board on the issue of any future Muskrat Falls is- be recognized by the federal government and I see that as sues or priorities that are raised. Having said that I do re- something that is positive for our province and poten- alize it would be virtually impossible to be retroactive. tially advantageous as we move forward.” Contracts are met, relationships have been established, “I believe in this party,” Ottenheimer adds spiritedly. people are working, so we cannot interfere with that on- “I’ve been a supporter of this party my entire life and going process...I believe that’s im- there’s a real opportunity for us. It’s easy to seek out op- portant from a public portunities when the going is good and it’s perhaps more engagement point of view to en- of a challenge to seek out those opportunities when times sure that those in the province are not so good.” who have questions will have So what is Ottenheimer’s agenda? He has more than them answered.” Is Ottenheimer’s backing of Prime Minister Stephen Harper in 2011 fodder against him? Ottenheimer suggests if his bid for leadership is successful, his past dealings with the federal government will serve as a long term advantage. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 7

PAGE PAGE PEOPLE! 10 12LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL CELEBRITY NEWS Another Royal Milestone! PRINCE GEORGE ALEXANDER LOUIS TURNS ONEust one short year ago, Kate Middleton, the Duch- ess of Cambridge, gave Jbirth to one of the most tions celebrated the baby prince’s arrival with gun salutes. On George’s second day in the world, he poked his fingers out from un- highly anticipated babies derneath his blanket and unknow- in history. Her first child, Prince ingly gave his first Royal wave. George Alexander Louis, son of The baby was baptized on Prince William and grandson October 23 in a low-key, fam- of the Queen, was born at ily and close friends only cer- St. Mary’s Hospital in emony at a small London Paddington, where his father and chapel. For the first time uncle were also born. ever, the U.K. released royal Baby George is third in line to christening coins to cele- the British throne and has capti- brate Prince George’s bap- vated the country during his tism. An ocean away, the first 12 months in the world. Royal Canadian Mint cre- On the day of his birth on ated two collector coins July 22, 2013, Canada and to commemorate the joy- g other Commonwealth na- ous occasion. At a mere ################################## 8 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

PEOPLEwww.NFLDherald.com Prince George Alexander Louis has captiviated the country during his first twelve months in the world. five months old, the Royal baby made his first inaugural Each evening, during The NTV tour to New Zealand and Australia. A bilby at the Taronga Evening Newshour and The Zoo in Australia was named after the new prince. NTV Sunday Evening News- hour, join Danielle Butt to By the month of June, the young prince was up on his see if the number on the feet and hobbling around, holding tightly onto his cover of your Newfoundland mother’s hand. At just under a year old, Prince George Herald matches one of the trumped his father, who could only crawl at the age of three LUCKY NUMBERS on one. Just one month later, baby George is up and walking screen. If so, the first person around on his own. to call NTV at (709) 722- BREAKING TRADITIONS 5015 within 30 minutes will... Though it has been a short year, the royal baby has al- ready been featured on the cover of People magazine, a * Every eligible qualifier must provide feat that not many other toddlers can boast about, as well NTV with the winning Herald Cover. as a marriage proposal from a young woman in Australia. Prince George is the first baby to have avoided being August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 9 brought up in the Palace nursery at the hands of a highly trained Nanny. Parents Kate and William wanted to take a more average, hands-on approach, with Prince William changing George’s first diaper. The royal prince has been spotted just nine times in public in his first year. Many eagerly await more photos and tales of the young prince’s upbringing. If crowned King much later in his life, baby George will become King George the Seventh (VII). Happy birthday, Prince George! — WR DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com

PEOPLE www.NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald # facebook.com/nfldherald TIM MCGRAW IN-CONCERT SLAP!ountry superstar Tim McGraw is making head- lines ahead of his three sold out shows in St. John’s this August. The multi-platinum sell- Cing artist was videotaped swatting a fan dur- ing a recent concert in Atlanta. Popular tabloid TMZ reported that “it seems to them the woman was the McGraw spoke to ET Canada saying, “It hap- pened in a split second, it was pure in- stinctive reaction, I think you just got to move on.” “Nobody feels good about it, but there’s nothing that could be done about it,” he adds. In the video, which has since gone viral on- line, McGraw can be seen performing near a group aggressor and Tim’s slap is “a common re- of fans, when one overzealous woman in the audi- action... Nonetheless, cops tell us if she ence reaches up and begins to, quite liter- complains they’ll investigate.” ally, try to tear his pants off, to which This is hardly the first time McGraw replied with a light McGraw has been the target swat across the face. of grabby female audi- ence members. In 2007 “It happened in a a woman made a grab split second, it at McGraw’s family was pure instinc- jewels, which earned tive reaction, I her a rough earful from wife Faith Hill. think you just Catch McGraw at got to move Mile One Centre on.” Aug. 22 to 24. Just leave his jeans alone. — Tim McGraw — DC 10 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald # facebook.com/nfldherald PEOPLE FARE THEE WELL JAMES GARNER (1928–2014) B “When we go home, we’re not off work.” – James Garner on acting eloved Hollywood actor James boy and the Western heritage Museum Garner passed away at the age of in 1990. In his hometown of Norman, 86 on July 19. Garner was well Oklahoma, there is a street named known for his role as Bret Mav- James Garner Avenue as well as a 10 erick in the 1950’s American Western foot tall bronze statue of Garner in his television series of the same name, role as Bret Maverick. Garner was pres- which ran from 1957-1962. The series ent at the statue’s unveiling in 2006. was reinvented numerous times over His death came within five months of the years for both television and film. Shirley Temple, Ralph Waite and Maya Garner also famously played Jim Rock- Angelou, all of whom were also born in ford in the 1970’s detective show The 1928. Garner would have celebrated his Rockford Files. Younger audiences will 58th Wedding Anniversary with his wife, remember Garner as the loveable and Lois, in just under one month. Garner quickwitted grandfather Jim Egan in outlived his two older brothers, Charlie the television series 8 Simple Rules, which aired from Bumgarner and Jack Garner. 2003 to 2005. He will be missed on the screen, on the golf course and on the sidelines of the Oklahoma Raiders games. Garner TRUE STAR STATUS will be mourned by many, including his famous friends The esteemed actor has nearly 100 acting Tom Selleck, Henry Fonda, Clint Eastwood, credits and 11 producer credits on IMDB. Angela Lansbury, Harry Belafonte, Doris Garner has appeared as himself almost 100 Day, Marlon Brando, Julie Answers and times over the years, which demonstrates James Coburn. his true star status. Garner was famously quoted as saying Before he was an actor, Garner “I got into the business to put a roof over my had 75 different jobs, some of which head. I wasn’t looking for star status. I just included pumping gas and modelling wanted to keep working.” Thanks for working men’s clothing. Garner excelled in sports so hard for so long, but did not graduate from high school, later re- Mr. Garner. ceiving his diploma while in the Army. He also served in the 5th Regional Combat Team in the Ko- — WR rean war. Garner was wounded twice, first in the face and hand and the second time, in the buttocks. He received the Purple Heart medal for both injuries. Getting back into his Hollywood life, Garner has acted with famous actors and actresses such as Steve McQueen, Audrey Hepburn, Marlon Brando, Doris Day and Dick Van Dyke. The famous actor has had a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame since 1960. He was also inducted into the Hall of Great Western Performers of the National Cow- DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 11

ENTER TO WIN TICKETS! PEOPLE www.NFLDherald.com BGEEAOTRGLEESHIANRVRAISSOION’NSn perhaps one of the most sadly ironic headlines of the year, a memorial tree Idedicated to the late, great Beatle George Harrison has died. The culprit … beetles. Take a moment for the irony to wash over you. The pine tree, which was plan- Send us a postcard! for our Postcard from Paris Contest! eted in memoriam in 2004 in (or Dildo, or Burin, or Bay Roberts…or wherever you happen to be!) Los Angeles’ Griffith Park, had be- GRAND PRIZE: tickets to Eastbound Hoedown including a come infested with tree beetles. Council officer Tom LaBonge told Meet & Greet with Headliners The Band Perry. local publication the LA Times that the me- morial tree had grown to be more than 10 feet Message us on Facebook & Twitter with a Picture of a postcard, tall in 2013, but the tree beetle attack had over- or email at letters@nfldherald.com or send your postcard to whelmed it. He went on to add that a new tree will be The Herald Postcard Contest P.O. Box 2015 St. John's A1C 5R7 planted at a date yet to be decided. The tree was of particular significance, as Harri- 12 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014 son, who passed away in 2001, spent some of his final days in Los Angeles. He was known as an avid gardener. A small plaque at the base of the tree read: “In memory of a great humanitarian who touched the world as an artist, a musician and a gardener.” — DC

NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald # facebook.com/nfldherald PEOPLE Bud Gaulton Photo 38TH ANNUAL NL FOLK FESTIVAL/SATURDAY AUG. 9TH GORD DOWNIE RETURNS TO NEWFOUNDLANDe here at The Herald are as excited as any- Wone for legendary Canadian rock front- “10 songs of visceral punk rock exultation, a spirited half-hour exploration of the dark- ness surrounding daylight.” Downie and the Sadies first collaborated man Gord Downie’s return to the together back in 2006 in order to con- province, as the longtime vocalist of tribute to a benefit compilation. The album The Tragically Hip is set to return has been gradually pieced together over the in a solo headlining slot at the 38th years since then. annual Newfoundland and Labrador It was recorded with Ken Friesen at the Folk Festival on Saturday, Aug. 9th Bathouse in Bath, ON, with mixing han- in St. John’s. dled by Bob Rock in Vancouver. Downie has been hard at work at his latest musical ven- For information on the 2014 Folk Festival visit ture, but this time it’s not with his bandmates in the Hip. http://nlfolk.com/fest2014/ Downie recently released a collaborative album alongside — DC Polaris Prize winning, Toronto based group The Sadies. The project, referred to as Gord Downie, The Sadies and The Conquering Son, released their début album in April and have been touring in support across North America since. The official press release described the album as DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 13

INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE STORY BY WENDY ROSE GETTING DEEP WITH DEEPAK A(Part 2 of 2) The ‘poet-prophet of alternative medicine’ will be visiting St. John’s in early August world famous author, advo- cate of alternative medicine and holistic health, public speaker and physician is making his way to Newfoundland this summer. Deepak Chopra, who has been a guest star of both Oprah and Ellen DeGeneres, will be speak- ing at the Jack Byrne Arena in Tor- bay on August 2. Chopra is being brought to New- foundland by NTV’s own Jesse Stir- ling in partnership with the I Am Genie Foundation, a non-profit wish granting organization based in St. “Any time you feel disconnected from life in general or John’s. I Am Genie Foundation fo- from others or from the world, as in fear, anger, hostil- cuses on inspiring people to do good ity, mistrust, then that has the opposite effect. Your deeds and help others. The Herald body moves away from self-regulation or homeostasis was lucky enough to score a few min- utes of Chopra’s time in mid-July to in the direction of inflammation.” talk about some of his ideologies. — Deepak Chopra “CONSCIOUSNESS CREATES REALITY” return to homeostasis or what we call self-regulation. On the other hand, any time you feel disconnected from life Through a combination of ideas from Ayurveda (Hindu in general or from others or from the world, as in fear, traditional medicine) and mainstream medicine, Chopra anger, hostility, mistrust, then that has the opposite ef- believes that the key to being healthy is understanding fect. Your body moves away from self-regulation or home- your mind-body relationship. This belief can be summed ostasis in the direction of inflammation,” the new-age up in a simple sentence: “consciousness creates reality.” guru added. While interviewing Deepak Chopra, this Herald writer “We’re constantly dancing in between these two ex- admitted to having feelings of nervousness and being star- tremes, somewhere in the middle. Part of us lives in fear struck. If a person’s positive or negative energy affects and doubt, in mistrust and part of us lives in that state of their body and immune system, what was my body feeling being connected. The ideal state would be flow, where you during our 10 minute interview? I was well on my way to don’t even have to think about it, you just go with each inflammation, Chopra said. moment as it unfolds. And again, this is what babies do. “Any time you feel connected in an easy way to the They’re a good example. If you have any children, you’ll world or to life or to other people, in other words, any see that as they grow, it unfolds, unfolds and unfolds very time you experience joy, spontaneously and joyously until the conditioning starts.” equanimity, love, com- passion, kindness, these “ASK DEEPAK” are emotions that con- On his website, deepakchopra.com, Chopra has re- nect us to each other, leased a series of “Ask Deepak” videos. In one of these then that has an effect videos, Chopra talks about how forgiveness can heal the on our genes, we know body. The answer is similar to the “consciousness creates that, and on our brain in reality” concept: what we feel emotionally equates to how a way that facilitates a we feel physically. “Part of us lives in fear and doubt, in mistrust and part of us lives in that state of being connected. The ideal state would be flow, where you don’t even have to think about it, you just go with each moment as it unfolds.” — Deepak Chopra 14 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE: DEEPAK CHOPRA (PART 2 OF 2) “When you forgive and let go the burden of judgment, everything settles down and your body starts to return to homeostasis, which is self regulation and self healing.” — Deepak Chopra “When you have a resentment, grievance, feeling hostility towards anyone or if you have any of the other toxic emotions like guilt, shame, depression or fear, these emotions re- lease hormones such as adrenaline and corti- sol,” the website reads. “SELF HEALING” bay on August 2. “I talk a lot about physical wellbeing, how daily experiences like sleep, meditation and exercise, diet “These hormones have effects on the cardio- and emotions influence our wellbeing. Then I take it, I’ll vascular and on the immune systems. You be- expand on it to talk about social wellbeing, community come immune compromised, even your wellbeing, financial wellbeing, career wellbeing and then platelets get jittery with the high levels of when I’m done with all that, I’ll talk about spiritual well- adrenaline and they start the clothing cascade being so it’ll be pretty comprehensive,” Chopra said. leading to cardiovascular illnesses, heart at- tacks and stroke. On the other hand when you forgive and let go the burden of judgement, everything settles down and your body starts to return to homeostasis, which is self regulation and self healing.” Chopra is in Newfoundland this August with his tour ti- tled, The Future of Wellbeing. We asked Chopra what we can expect to learn about at The Jack Byrne Arena in Tor- According to the Facebook event put together by I Am Genie Foundation, Deepak Chopra will be touching on the following points at the upcoming speaking event: Are we in the midst of a major paradigm shift in science? How does our understanding of consciousness as pure Is there an ultimate reality? potentiality enhance our capacity for intuition, creativ- Does consciousness conceive, govern, construct and be- ity, conscious choice making, healing, and the awak- come the physical universe? ening of dormant potentials such as non local Is the universe becoming self aware in the human nerv- communication and non local sensory experience? ous system? How does our understanding of consciousness also en- Is the next stage of human conscious evolution? hance our capacity for total well being (physical, emo- Do we have the ability to influence the future evolution tional, spiritual, social, community, financial and of the cosmos? ecological)?” The speaking engagement starts at 6:30 with doors opening at 5:30. Tickets can be purchased by phone at 1-888-311-9090, online at www.ticketpro.ca and at all Ticketpro Point of Sale Outlets in Atlantic Canada. Tell Herald readers who inspires you, and why! For your chance to win your way in to be inspired by Deepak Chopra on August 2nd. Send your hero’s name and how they have inspired you, to: [email protected] Deepak Chopra: The Future of Wellbeing, Jack Byrne Arena, Torbay, NL DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 15

COVER STORY STORY BY DILLON COLLINS/BEARGRYLLS.COM The world’s greatest adventurer is bringing celebrities on the ride of a lifetime P RUNNING WILD WITH BEAR GRYLLS/9:30PM MONDAYS ON NTV erhaps the greatest modern day adventurer on at its new time slot (9:30 p.m.) on NTV. The six-part planet earth, Bear Grylls, is no stranger to series sees the famed adventurer and survivalist take North American television audiences. The six celebrities into the wildest and most remote loca- grizzled (pun intended) outdoorsman returned tions in the U.S. and around the world for a 48-hour to television in one of his most high profile and am- journey of a lifetime. bitious projects to date with Running Wild With Bear Grylls. The first episode premiered Monday, July 28, BEAR’S SPECIAL GUESTS The celebrities involved who will be partnered one-on-one with Grylls in their own stand-alone episodes include actor Zac Efron (Neighbors, That Awkward Mo- ment), actor-director Ben Stiller (The Se- cret Life of Walter Mitty, Meet the Parents), actor Channing Tatum (22 Jump Street, Foxcatcher), NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, actor Tom Arnold (Sons of Anarchy, Roseanne) and MSNBC and Today anchor Tamron Hall. “Each of the celebrities endures the Survival specialist Bear Grylls is basically a living, breathing, accented guide to how to stay alive in the most extreme situ- ations on earth. 16 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

COVER STORY: RUNNING WILD WITH BEAR GRYLLS/9:30 PM/MON./NTV The celebrities involved who will be partnered one-on-one with Grylls in their own stand-alone episodes include Zac Efron, Ben Stiller, Channing Tatum, NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, Tom Arnold and Today anchor Tamron Hall. harsh wilderness in high-octane, action-based and em- ture makes it all the more compelling. Uprooting house- powering journeys spread over six remote locations,” the hold names in film, television and sport and thrusting series’ synopsis explains. “From skydiving into the them into harsh terrain and precarious situations is a Catskill Mountains, to rappelling down the cliffs of Utah and battling torrential wind recipe for ratings gold. and rain in Scotland, Grylls and each While many would assume Hollywood elite would celebrity will have to push both their buckle under the pressure of some of Grylls’ more minds and bodies to the limit to suc- high octane challenge, the host shared during his cessfully complete their journey.” press tour for the show that he has a newfound respect for each and every man that took part in PRIME TIME SURVIVAL the series. “The truth is, I genuinely have so much re- Grylls’ credentials in the world of tel- spect for these guys,” said Grylls during a con- evision are lengthy. He has starred in and ference call promoting the series. “It’s just totally hosted a number of adventure based spe- new terrain and they’re all so fun. cials and series including Escape to Channing and Zac are great to the Legion, Get Out Alive, Worst Case be there because they’re so Scenario, Bear’s Wild Weekend, Escape From Hell, The “The truth is, I Island and the wildly genuinely have popular Man Vs. so much re- Wild, which ran spect for these for seven suc- guys. It’s just cessful seasons totally new ter- in North America rain and they’re and Europe. all so fun.” — Bear Grylls The celebrity August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 17 component to Grylls’ newest ven- DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com

BORN SURVIVOR: COVER STORY: RUNNING WILD ON NTV BEAR GRYLLS’ SURVIVAL TIPS Fire is the be all and end all when it comes to sur- In recognition for his expertise and serv- vival. Not only does it help keep you warm but al- ice, Grylls was appointed as the lows you to purify your water, cook your food and youngest ever Chief Scout to over keep pests and other wild animals away. So half a million scouts in the UK. whether you use a bow drill, an aluminum soda can and a bar of chocolate or even enthusiastic and have no fear and just love a flint and steel, fire is every adven- the adrenaline. When he (Tatum) first saw turer’s best friend. we are flying over in a helicopter, hanging A common myth is that if you’re lost out the side, he was like ‘this is amazing’ and for any length of time, you’ve got to I was like ‘just wait until you get in there.’” find food. That really isn’t true, and you can actually survive for weeks without it. BRITISH SPECIAL FORCES Your priorities should be finding shelter and water, especially since in most places you’ll be Born Edward Michael Grylls, the man who would be dead in three days without water. Eating food will forever known as ‘Bear’ has led a life worthy of accolades. also dehydrate you faster, so focus on getting water Trained from a young age in martial arts, Grylls went on before food. In North Africa, Bear Grylls uses his to serve in the British Special Forces with the 21 SAS. own urine as a source of hydration. By peeing into a Grylls has often cited the experience as the catalyst for shirt he collected the water and used it to cool him- picking up many of the skills to prepare him for his wild self down, as well as rehydrate. Yum! and turbulent lifestyle. You will almost definitely, at some point, find your- self wet, cold, hungry or generally stressed (this ap- A parachuting accident suffered in Zambia in 1996 plies in life as well as in the wilderness). Keeping a nearly derailed his journey, where a freak accident dur- sense of humour in the worst of situations really is ing free-fall caused his parachute to tear, resulting in a a survival tool – and it’s something you can practice broken back in three places, which resulted in months of now. Here’s a hint: learning to laugh when you’re rehabilitation in a military training facility. cut off in traffic might mean that you won’t lose your mind with your last match. Since then, Grylls has been a man on a mission, tack- Need a wetsuit? Try looking for a seal. In Norway, by ling every monumental feat set before him. skinning a dead seal and using its well-insulated hide, Bear crafted himself a wetsuit that allowed him His outlandish list of accomplishments includes cir- to swim frozen waters and still stay relatively warm. cumnavigation of the British Isles on a jet ski, a cross At- lantic voyage in an open rigid inflatable boat, 18 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014 paramotoring over Venezuela’s Angel Falls, setting the record for the highest ever dinner party at 25,000 feet in a hot air balloon, and successfully scaling Mount Everest a mere 18 months after breaking his back.

COVER STORY: RUNNING WILD WITH BEAR GRYLLS/9:30 PM/MON./NTV Away from the world of television Grylls Found yourself stuck in the woods with nothing to has led record-breaking expeditions, eat? Maybe you should set traps and hunt for moose from Antarctica to the Arctic, which in or caribou. Not only can you use their super thick turn have raised over $ 2.5 million for fur and hide for insulation, it also has over 100,000 children around the world. calories, enough to last you two weeks, moreover in the cold we need twice as many calories to survive! Away from the world of television Grylls has led record- The super-rich meat could save your life. breaking expeditions, from Antarctica to the Arctic, which One the biggest reasons people die in blizzards is in turn have raised over $ 2.5 million for children around that they push on and try to battle the limitless fury the world. In recognition for his expertise and service, of Mother Nature. Your number one priority when in Grylls was appointed as the youngest ever Chief Scout to a blizzard is from the wind and the cold. Cover up over half a million scouts in the UK, was awarded an hon- any exposed skin; in high freezing orary commission as a Lieutenant-Commander in the winds frostbite can set-in in min- Royal Navy and as a Lieutenant-Colonel in the notori- utes. Out in the frozen tundra ously tough Royal Marines Commandos. there may not be any natural shelter so digging a snow hole BEST SELLING AUTHOR can be the difference between life and death. He has also authored 15 books, including the No. 1 The battle in the frozen wastes is Bestseller: Mud Sweat and Tears which was voted the to stay warm and dry; once you get wet your body starts to lose heat up to most influential book in 20 times faster! After taking a lengthy swim in a China for 2012. Other ti- frozen Lake, Bear had to kick into survival mode if tles include: True Grit, A he wanted to make it out alive. The most important Survival Guide For Life, thing was to get dry. Jumping out of a frozen river Born Survivor, Living naked and wet and into your clothes is only going to Wild, Great Outdoor Ad- make your clothes wet. If you don’t have access to a ventures, Facing Up, Fac- towel, and odds are you won’t, rolling around in fine ing the Frozen Ocean, To snow will absorb excess water. After you’ve got your My Sons and seven chil- clothes back on you’ll want to get a fire started and dren’s fiction novels titled increase your core temperature as soon as possible. Mission: Survival. It’s safe People make a rookie mistake by going off on their to say Grylls has, quite own on what they think is a simple hike, and they literally, wrote the book don’t tell anyone where they’re going or when they’ll on his field. be back. Even a nice, easy hike can turn very ugly if you get lost or twist an ankle and no one knows One can only expect you’re missing or where to look for you. No matter that with the buzz sur- how modest the trek, tell people where you’re going rounding the first six and when you’re due back. That way, you know that episodes of Running there will be help coming if you don’t return. Wild, a second season wouldn’t be out of the realm of pos- sibility. The big question is, which celebrities are brave August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 19 enough to step into Bear’s world? Don’t miss Running Wild with Bear Grylls Mondays at 9:30 on Canada’s Superstation ... NTV! DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com

ARTISTS’ SPOTLIGHT STORY BY: WENDY ROSE PHOTOS: ARTIST SUBMISSIONS Troublebound Studio AN UNTRADITIONAL CANVAS Right Three Photos: Lady Lo’s Custom Tattoos AThe Herald talks Newfie Pride and the appeal of wearing artwork forever with two local tattooists s the weather heats up and the layers come off, we “I started tattooing out here in 1999, doing guest spots. see body artwork popping up in places and on I’ve been living in the province for 14 years now,” Dave people you wouldn’t typically expect to be tat- Munro, founder of Troublebound Studios said. “When I came here, there were only two other shops,” Munro ex- tooed. The art of tattooing is gaining popular- ity and shedding some of the negative stigma that is plained. There are now more than two shops within city attached to tattoo culture. blocks of Troublebound. “In reality, I was doing some- To talk about the art of thing very different than what the island was used to. On tattooing and the increas- a lot of levels, I sort of had to curate my own client base. ingly popular idea of show- It took about two years to establish things to the point casing your heritage and where I wanted it to be.” Newfoundland pride in a permanent way, The Herald NEWFOUNDLAND PRIDE got in contact with two pop- Munro has been tattooing on the island for many years, ular local tattoo studios, whereas Laura Casey of Lady Lo’s Custom Tattoos, began Troublebound Studio and tattooing on the island in mid 2013. Lady Lo’s Custom Tattoos, “I started tattooing in the period of time where it’s Troublebound Studio both in downtown St. John’s. been getting really popular,” Casey said. “I started getting “A lot of the culture and community has changed and relaxed. The notions of actually being able to perform isn’t necessarily as tied to your personal appearance.” — Dave Munro, Troublebound Studios 20 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

ARTISTS’ SPOTLIGHT: AN UNTRADITIONAL CANVAS tattoos about 15 years ago and I guess the upswing (of popularity) has been since then.” Before moving back home to Newfoundland, Casey was tattooing in Vancouver and Winnipeg. “In Vancouver, I was tattooing much older people, 60s, 70s. I tattooed an 80-year-old once!” Casey said. Most were inspired by their kids or grandkids or “had always wanted to get one but there was always a cultural stigma,” Casey said. “It seems like it’s breaking down. It’s kind of hard to put your fin- ger on exactly why. I’m sure it has a lot to do with social media and the internet.” MAINSTREAM INFLUENCES Lady Lo’s Custom Tattoos Munro’s viewpoint is similar. He explained that most “A lot of times when people people who wanted tattoos in the early 2000s didn’t have are seeking to get a tattoo, the visual vocabulary to communicate what they wanted they look at their heritage. in the way that most people can now. “There were no TV They want something to put on shows and only two tattoo magazines that you couldn't their body that reflects them- really purchase on the island. There was no mass internet selves and a bit of their history use to Google search things,” Munro explained. “The dy- and personality.” namics have really been more based on media persuasion — Laura Casey of Lady Lo’s Custom Tattoos than, in a lot of cases, the real- ity of the economics of the thing,” Casey said. “I got a resort job after business community.” that at a pretty high-end winery and nobody even blinked!” Casey said with a laugh. “If I was to walk “People in very different into a workplace where someone would judge me that lines of work seem to be get- quickly and that harshly for something I really believe in, ting them,” Casey said, “I think I wouldn’t want to work for that person anyway. I would- it’s kind of a movement influ- n’t want to be in that environment,” she added. enced by a few different things. “The rough estimation is that a minimum of 35 per TV is one of them. I never cent of the Canadian population is tattooed,” Munro ex- watch those shows but it’s plained. “That’s a lot of people. When you have something something that if you’re seeing that prevalent, it’s kind of hard to start using that as a it on a daily basis and seeing way of dictating how it’s going to appear in the work- what it’s about, you’re not force,” Munro said, referencing how even our work attire afraid of it anymore. That kind of underground, subculture mentality is breaking away.” “If you think about it, when I grew up, you weren’t going to see a lot of people as covered as you do now,” Munro explained. “You’d definitely see young people as covered as you do now, but the modification of that isn’t so much community standards ... Tattoos work so well because they are binary opposition to certain peo- ple’s viewpoints. It’s a way to define yourself but you’re really defining yourself against that kind of negative stereotype. If we lose the negative stereotype, we would lose a lost of the interest,” Munro said. That negative stereotype seemed to avoid Casey, who did not encounter it when she was waitressing while doing her apprenticeship. “I had the lower half of my arm and hand tattooed. It was just my wedding ring which is pretty tasteful … but I was thinking, ‘Eh, I might get fired for this, I don’t know,’” but my bosses didn’t say any- DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 21

ARTISTS’ SPOTLIGHT: AN UNTRADITIONAL CANVAS has become more casual over the last couple of decades. the years. “A lot of times when people are seeking to get “A lot of the culture and community has changed and re- a tattoo, they look at their heritage. They want something laxed. The notions of actually being able to perform isn’t to put on their body that reflects themselves and a bit of necessarily as tied to your personal appearance. In many their history and personality,” Casey said, adding that workforces, particularly in the white collar section, peo- being a Newfoundlander makes her that much more ple aren’t even working from their office anymore,” stoked on NL themed ink. “When I was in Vancouver, it was like ‘Oh okay, another set of mountains.’ Now I’m Munro explained, citing how new technological ad- doing caplin and puffins, doing the Newfoundland map vancements are remodelling our centralized labour work- and adding a little spin on it. I really enjoy doing it and force. “Tattoos become less of an issue because they’re I’ve been lucky enough to do a number of Graham Blair’s not as tricky or as complicated as getting people in five prints and they translate really well. I just love doing different time zones to make the same meeting,” he said them.” with a laugh. NL THEMED TATTOOS “I ran into him a little while ago and had a chat with him about it,” Casey said excit- edly. Munro has a large amount of NL themed tattoos under his proverbial belt and admits that they can sometimes get repetitive. “The first time I did Cabot Tower, with the rocks, the water and stuff, I was really excited about it. By the 100th time, I wasn’t that excited,” Munro said with a laugh. “It’s more intrigu- ing when someone is able to take it, person- alize it and use objects that are more culturally keen to Newfoundland. Someone from here is going to recognize a cod jigger, but somebody in Ontario will not,” he ex- Troublebound Studio plained. “I think it’s far more intriguing when people are taking aspects of their com- munity and bringing that forward.” Some of the NL themed tattoos Munro has done include the Fallen Soldier memorial and the Newfie Bullet, both of which are very specific to the province. He especially enjoys Newfoundland tattoos “that allow a person to “I think it’s far more intriguing when people are not only be expressing their pride of where taking aspects of their community and bringing they come from, but grant them the ability to that forward.” — Dave Munro actually have a conversation and share some history.” “We’re taught as we’re growing up ‘Don’t judge people Andy Griffin, who started apprenticing under Dave on their outward appearances!’ You’ll always fall flat on Munro in 2011, recently did a Newfoundland inspired tat- your face if you do,” Casey said. “If you group such a large too on one of the Ice Caps, an American from Idaho. The amount of people into one little area … you’re obviously tattoo features a puffin with the archetypal screaming a very small-minded person to begin with.” eagle body, carrying a piece of bologna. “I do notice people noticing my tattoos,” she added. “He loves living out here and he loves what this place “I’ve had grouchy old men ask ‘Why are ya doing that to has sort of brought to his life, both in hockey, in friend- your body? You’re a girl!’” Casey said, doing her best ships and everything else … You wouldn’t expect a person crotchety old man voice. “I’ve never had anyone make me from Idaho to know where Newfoundland or St. John’s feel bad for it. It was a conscious decision on my behalf to is, never mind be able to pick something as significant as have it ... If somebody says something, well, whatever! I the puffin and boloney!” Munro said with a laugh. don’t really care!” Casey said with a laugh. Between Troublebound and Lady Lo’s Custom Tattoos, Many people from all backgrounds and all professions a rough guesstimate of approximately 230 to 250 tattoos have been showcasing their Newfie pride with NL themed are being done every month, not counting the many works tattoos. The Herald asked Casey and Munro to tell us a in progress that can take a few months to finish. And that’s little about the Newfoundland tattoos they have done over just two of the many tattoo shops on the island. To see more of Troublebound’s and Lady Lo’s work, look them up on Facebook and Instagram. 22 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

BY DILLON COLLINS HERALD SPECIAL FEATURE (PART 1 OF 2) SHAUN MAJUMDER SMajumder Manor Season 2 continues the quest to rejuvenate rural Newfoundland on of Burlington Newfoundland, comedian and bly make and I think we’ve done a great job this year. avid multi-tasker, Shaun Majumder put his home We’ve learned a lot from last year and this year we’re tak- town on the map with last year’s Majumder Manor, ing it up a notch.” a W Network aired series that documented Ma- “I think this is a better season, it looks better, the jumder’s quest to highlight the beauty of his home stories are super compelling,” he adds. “We’ve town of Burlington and work with the town to at- been really working hard to ensure that this show tract outside interest and rejuvenate the rural is truthful and honest. The W Network has given community. us great freedom to make the show we want to make, so kudos to them, they’ve been incredibly “TAKING IT UP A NOTCH” supportive. I think we’re making one of the best With season 2 having premiered on July 21, Majumder shows in this genre especially. It’s not scripted, not real- caught up with The Herald to discuss his labour of love, ity. It’s too real to be reality and it’s too entertaining to be the importance of rural Newfoundland and the concen- a documentary series so it’s somewhere in the middle.” trated team effort to transform Burlington into a tourists’ Whereas season 1 highlighted Majumder’s goals to cre- paradise. “Im really excited about it,” Majumder shared of the season 2 début. “We worked so hard on it this past year. Not only on the ground, building pieces in Burlington, but we have also been working with our team at Take the Shot productions to create the most entertaining, funny, inspiring tv show we can possi- “We have also been working with our team at Take the Shot productions to create the most entertaining, funny, inspiring tv show we can possibly make and I think we’ve done a great job this year.” — Shaun Majumder DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 23

HERALD SPECIAL FEATURE: SHAUN MAJUMDER “During the season we have much more engagement with people, sharing some of the stories with the people, having them seeing what we’re doing and they need to be prideful of their town ...” — Shaun Majumder ate a quality location for tourists to stay in the revamped ing component. “Shelby and I, from the moment we get Burlington (the manor), season 2 highlights the need for back to Burlington, we had this idea that even though we additions and amenities to reel in prospective tourists. got married in the off-season, by ourselves in Los Ange- les and we had a little elope in Balli, one thing we hadn’t “This season we put boots on the ground and, espe- done was that we wanted to have a wedding with our cially after the first season, we said maybe the manor friends and family,” Majumder shares. “If we’re going to being the first thing that we built isn’t the best way to go, do that in Burlington we’re really going to have to con- we said that’s very much a goal and we’re going to get to tinue the project. So this season is really building those the manor, but before we can get there we’ve got some pieces that all lead up to a wedding reception at the end very important steps to take first. You’ve got to realize of the season in Burlington in the middle of June.” that Burlington, from a tourism infrastructure perspec- tive, sure we don’t even half a warf. We have two stores “Needless to say there were loads of challenges, not and the idea of a hotel and B&B where there’s nothing. only with getting the wedding ready but also building all We have to start with small pieces first and that’s what these pieces,” he adds of the team’s work in second sea- we’ve been focussed on and season 2 follows that.” son. “We have so many amazing little stories. We had al- most like a Dragon’s Den session where we asked people A TIME IN BURLINGTON in the community to come forward with their business ideas and we had a bit of money we could put towards Majumder and longtime sweetheart Shelby, now his helping them with their businesses. We’ve also got the wife, wanted to incorporate a piece of their special union pod, which is the first structure designed by Peter Blackie into the town and by extention the program. Those who working with myself and Shelby to help create this first watch season 2 will be invited to a special wedding recep- permanent structure in the community that will kind of tion for the couple, something Majumder said was a miss- 24 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

HERALD SPECIAL FEATURE: SHAUN MAJUMDER “Newfoundland was really born in the outports. St John’s is doing really well and it’s a great city, but it’s not where my heart is. My heart is about rural communities and that’s where the magic happens in my mind.” — Shaun Majumder set the precedent of what the manor is going to be. We for the genre. You can worked throughout the season on this and came to some- tell when you watch a thing that I’m really proud of, that we worked really hard show when things are on and now when people come to visit Burlington they’re contrived or things going to have a world-class place to stay.” are made up or it’s fake fighting or what- So what has Majumder heard from the people abroad, ever. You feel as a viewer that you’re getting ripped off. and more importantly residents of Burlington, in terms of Our show is opposite, our show is real. Everything you reception to season 1? “From what I’ve heard was that see, all the stories. We didn’t write those things and then when the show came on Burlington was a ghost town,” he edit them afterwards, we shot everything and worked the laughs. “Everyone stayed home and they watched and for show around it. the most part they loved it. I made a comment in the first season where the playground and the rink looked like a THE MAGIC OF RURAL NL holding pin for chimpanzees, but you know what they’ve done? The community has raised money and they’ve Peter Blackie and I have talked about the importance turned that in to an amazing little outdoor of rural communities a lot. Newfoundland was re- rink now.” ally born in the outports. St John’s is doing really well and it’s a great city, but it’s not COMMUNITY PRIDE where my heart is. My heart is about rural communities and that’s where the magic hap- “I think at first people were a little pens in my mind. That’s the birth of story- bit skeptical because they were think- telling, food, culture in Newfoundland. It ing that our town is being thrust out all comes from the outport. Obvi- into the world, what kind of filter is ously the moratorium impacted Shaun Majumder going to show our people’s purpose in small towns. town through? I think once they saw Why would people stay? Well that what we wanted to do was show there’s a mine nearby which Burlington through the best light supplies jobs, but when that possible and not just there but Middle shuts down the town is totally Arm and Smith’s Harbour, the sur- devastated. What’s renewable rounding communities, then they or sustainable in the commu- started trusting into what we we’re nity? Our view is that we kind doing. This year you can see it. During of want to redefine rural the season we have much more engage- through social enterprise and ment with people, sharing some of the through social business. You stories with the people, having them can take control of the growth seeing what we’re doing and they need of your town and the life of to be prideful of their town and that’s your town by looking at it another big thing that we’re trying to through a different lens. What do. We need to say listen, some of you we’re doing in tourism is saying have no idea of the beauty that you’re look, tourism can be an road to sub- living in and through our show, we’re stantiability. People are the new fish, showing the world how beautiful this so lets harness that resource.” place is.” “That’s the birth of sto- “The hardest part is building the rytelling, food, culture pieces so the people have a place to in Newfoundland. It stay and a reason to stay. That’s what we’re doing and across the all comes from the country people have reacted outport.” — Majumder very positively towards the show because it’s refreshing Next week in part 2 of our exclusive interview, Shaun Majumder talks The Gathering, 22 Minutes, Newfoundland and Labrador comedy and married life. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 25

SALUTE COMMUNITIESTO STORY: DILLON COLLINS PHOTOS: NL TOURISM THE CITY OF ST. JOHN’S RMayor Dennis O’Keefe gives us his take on why St. John’s is a must-visit destination this Summer esidents of the city of St. John’s will be the first peoples this side of the Atlantic. to tell you that their city is one of the greatest “The people who live in Newfoundland and Labrador places to live in the world. The food, people, nightlife, scenery; all ample reasons why one have so much here in the province and the city of St. John’s that there’s really no need to leave the city in order would choose to live here. It is only natural that those to enjoy life and that’s what vacations are all about,” same reasons would be cause to draw in tourists during O’Keefe said. “They’re not necessarily about going to Dis- our busy summer season. ney World or going to a beach down in North Carolina, or St. John’s Mayor Dennis O’Keefe agrees, and in a can- going to the other side of the world to Europe. There’s a did interview with time and a place for all these things and many of the ex- The Herald, shares periences you’ll find in these places you’ll find in the city his opinions on this of St. John’s.” legendary city, must- visit attractions for GO-TO DESTINATIONS tourists and en- “St. John’s is a very European city, a very safe city, a grained culture and very liveable city. It offers to people who live in the city character that make and in the province everything that one would want to the city one of the have on a vacation. If you look at the nightlife in the most alluring and at- downtown or uptown, the restaurants and the cosmopol- tractive options for itan offering of food that exists in the downtown area. If “If you walk around this city there are all kinds of expe- riences you can have. From the beautiful scenery, to the very easy going and natural personalities of people who live here. ” — St. John’s Mayor Dennis O’Keefe 26 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

SALUTE TO COMMUNITIES: ST. JOHN’S Bottom Row: File Photos “How can one not visit the Rooms or the Basilica? ... To come here and not experience all that it has to offer would be doing oneself a terrific injustice.” — Mayor Dennis O’Keefe you want Irish food you can get Irish food, Indian, Chi- ence all that it has to offer would be doing oneself a ter- nese, Mexican, Afghan. If you want fresh fish caught off rific injustice. These are some of the places I like to visit, our waters, you can get that. That food scene is very vi- but quite often I’ll just walk downtown, on Water Street, brant and alive. If you like hiking, there are trails all over the oldest street in North America,” he adds. the city. We have our share of icebergs, natural life and whale watching. We have all of things one would want to see and enjoy on vacation.” O’Keefe’s passion for his city shines through here, as he shares some of his municipal passions and go-to destinations on his rare downtime. “I’m a walker, so I love walking and if you walk around this city there are all kinds of experiences you can have,” he shares. “From the beautiful scenery, to the very easy going and natural personalities of people who live here. We have all kinds of parks that I love to visit; the beautiful Bowring Park cel- ebrating its 100 years, Victoria Park in the down- town area. We have the botanical garden, Bannerman Park.” “You get into August and September and the harbour, on a frequent basis, is filled with GO-TO DESTINATIONS these beautiful cruise ships that come in. They come here, ironically, to enjoy the things that “We have Signal Hill if you want to go to a his- we enjoy every single day.” — Mayor Dennis O’Keefe torical site, of which there are many in this city. Often I go there just to look out across the ocean, go in the tower to relive the experience Marconi had back in 1901 when he received that first Trans-At- “Walk up the waterside park and oftentimes I stand lantic signal. The Geo Centre is a marvel, truly a geolog- there, by the War Memorial and I look out through the ical marvel that is built into Signal Hill. You can actually narrows and I think of that day in 1583 when Sir go down there and actively explore the world, explore the Humphrey Gilbert sailed through those very narrows and rock formations and where our city was millions and mil- landed where the park is now, then known as Kings Beach lions of years ago. and claimed Newfoundland as the first British Colony, “Then, of course, how can one not visit the Rooms or thereby establishing the British Empire. Looking out the Basilica? The Rooms is the cultural centre of New- through the narrows, I think of all the naval traffic that foundland and Labrador. To come here and not experi- has sailed here throughout the last 500 years. When you DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 27

SALUTE TO COMMUNITIES: ST. JOHN’S “The activities that happen in our city at this time (August and September) we collectively refer to it as a St. John’s Time. There’s something there for everybody ...” — St. John’s Mayor Dennis O’Keefe think of the pirates, the fishing ad- at this time we collectively refer to it as a St. mirals, the fishing fleets, Spanish, John’s Time. There’s something there for British, Portuguese and navys all everybody and on top of that, we’re into the over the world who have sailed into height of our cruise ship season.” our harbour. Thinking of all of those who have left our harbour in “You get into August and Sep- an effort to cross the Atlantic. I tember and the harbour, on a fre- stand there and think of these quent basis, is filled with these things and how beautiful it looks beautiful cruise ships that come and it’s a casual experience but a in,” he adds. “They come here, very nice one that one could have ironically, to enjoy the things that free of charge.” we enjoy every single day, coming as visitors and tourists to our city A ST. JOHN’S TIME and they are absolutely amazed by what they see, what they experi- While some may consider Au- ence and the friendliness of the gust to be the twilight of the sum- people. We have that because we mer season, O’Keefe begs to differ, citing August and live here and we can experience September as some of St. John’s most busy months, with that every single day of the sum- more than a little happening to keep patrons and come- mer. August is not the beginning of from-aways interested. “July, August and September are the end, for us it’s really the con- our best months,” O’Keefe said. “The city is alive, vibrant. tinuation of summer going into The weather is nice with the trees and flowers in full September and October,” bloom and people have a happier state of mind. That’s when we get in to our vibrant activities that take place During O’Keefe’s tenure at the here. The Regatta, Folk Festival, Busker Festival, Reel helm of our provincial capital, does Movies in the downtown, along with the beautiful he have any pet projects or initiatives he’s most proud of. Lantern Festival... The activities that happen in our city “The Downtown,” he answers emphatically. “The vibrancy of the downtown. The development taking place there that respects the history and heritage and at the same time has enhanced. We already had a lively downtown and I and the city have encouraged the type of development that will bring more people into the downtown area to enjoy it and bring more of the young and older people to live. We see new condominiums, new developments... Our downtown is alive, healthy, vibrant and it is developing and that’s something I’m really proud of.” For information on sites, attractions, events and all things St. John’s visit www.stjohns.ca 28 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

STORY BY DEE MURPHY SPORTS & NL LEISURE PHOTOS: SUBMITTED/FILE ROYAL ST. JOHN’S REGATTA PCelebrating its 196TH year, the regatta is the oldest organized sporting event in North America aul Ring will have an opportunity to compete in organized by his father, the great ‘Skipper’ Jim Ring. the Royal St. John’s Regatta for the 60th consec- Smith Stockley covered the 2.450 km male course in utive year when the “Day of the Races” is held 9:12.04, breaking the 80-year-old record of 9:13.80 set by the 1901 Outer Cove fishermen. It was a record that was Wednesday, August 6. This amazing achieve- ment started in 1955 when Ring, as a 12-year-old, rowed believed to be unbreakable. with the winning Quidi Vidi crew in the juvenile race. A member of the Regatta’s top family, Ring is an out- A REAL FAMILY AFFAIR standing contributor to the Regatta, especially as a volun- His 60-year career certainly demonstrates a great love teer coxswain who was selected by Recreation for the Royal St. John’s Regatta. An indication of the Ring Newfoundland and Labrador as the 2014 winner of the involvement is demonstrated this year with eight mem- Pitcher Plant Award (Individual). bers of the family entered in the Regatta. As a coxswain, his volunteer time has permitted more This year’s regatta calls for 81 crews to participate in 20 than 1,000 rowers to compete in the Regatta. races. Continuing the trend of the last 20 years or so, fe- As a rower, he is most famous for filling the number male crews again dominate the registration list with 59 one oar spot in the 1981 Smith Stockley crew that was female crews compared to 22 male crews. Seven of the DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com As a rower, Paul Ring is most famous for fill- ing the number one oar spot in the 1981 Smith Stockley crew that broke the 80- year-old record of 9:13.80 set by the 1901 Outer Cove fishermen with a time of 9:12.04. 1981 Smith Stockley Crew August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 29

SPORTS & NL LEISURE: THE ROYAL ST. JOHN’S REGATTA Female crews will be rowing for the Kim Stirling Memo- rial Trophy and a chance to break the 2003 record of 4:56.70 for the 1.225 km course that was established by OZFM. entries are from outside of St. John’s. The crews with the competition from Ellsworth Estates, five fastest times during the day advance into the male Roebothan, McKay and Marshall, and female championship races. NEAL, India Gate, The Port Authority and maybe Steers Insurance. The fe- STIRLING TROPHY male crews are shaping up as enjoyable competition all day. Female crews will be rowing for the Kim Stirling Me- The dominance by female crews has been an evident morial Trophy and a chance to break the 2003 record of factor since 1998. The record for female entries occurred 4:56.70 for the 1.225 km course that was established by in 2004 when 94 female crews comprised of 53 senior, 39 OZFM. youth and two masters crews entered 23 races. Increased female numbers was first noted in 1981 with 21 senior Max Athletics, the 2013 champions, will certainly be women’s crews in five races. in the mix for the title race. They can expect plenty of MALE TITLE The top five male crews will seek to claim the Molson Jerry Angel Memorial Trophy and break the 2007 record of 8:51.32 set by Crosbie Industrial Services. Print & Bonus Digital* Subscription 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 magic of The Herald’s Digital* Only Subscription digital editions with bonus video & music clips. PLUS: Comprehensive 3-month subscription (13 issues) $19.99 HST included 6-month subscription (26 issues) $39.99 HST included TV Listings, specific to your 12-month subscription (52 issues) $59.99 HST included region. *Digital versions Include: Desktop & Mobile Editions Name: Address: Province: Postal Code: Cheque VISA MasterCard AMEX Card #: Exp.: Signature: Order Online or Mail: P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R7, Tel: 709-570-5394 or 1-800-901-4901 30 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

SPORTS & NL LEISURE: THE ROYAL ST. JOHN’S REGATTA The top five male crews will seek to claim the Molson Jerry Angel Memorial Trophy and break the 2007 record of 8:51.32 set by Crosbie Industrial Services. Bussey Horwood Lawyers hold the favourite spot in The committee has several established methods of ob- male competition but defending champions Toyota Plaza, taining the rather large amount of money necessary for Max Athletics, Smith Stockley and Magna Contracting are organizing and holding the annual event. Crew registra- four other crews who have to be considered for excellent tions, concession fees for land space, advertising in the trophy ratings. committee’s program and money generated by its ‘money wheels’ are important sources of revenue. Conditions at the bottom half of the Quidi Vidi course will be important in many aspects of Held on the historic and sce- the male races. Unlike the females, nic Quidi Vidi Lake in the east male crews face the often windy bot- end of St. John’s, the Royal St. tom area of the Lake in their races. John’s Regatta normally at- Results from the first 18 races will tracts up to 40,000 spectators. decide title contenders. Prior to the 2001 Regatta, the course included Crew registrations can bring in $50,000 four lanes, and with a schedule or more and up to 200 concessions reaching as many as 33 races from around the Lake on Regatta Day are sub- 1995 to 2000, 30 or more races were stantial contributors through ground necessary to complete the schedule space fees. Footage costs between $20 and on four lanes. 2004 holds a special $24, depending on location, and ice cream and hot dog spot in race schedules with 123 carts plus slides and rides have individual fees. crews in 28 races on five lanes. In recent years, the committee’s Regatta Day Program has been overflowing with advertising and therefore is a This year, 8:30 a.m. is the start good source of revenue. The committee is the only or- time for the Regatta with a two- ganization permitted to have wheels that offer cash as hour lunch break between noon and prizes, although they share the returns with various non- 2:00 p.m. The ladies row for the profit organizations who operate the wheels. In recent title at 7:00 p.m. and the men have years, the advertising connected with the individual races their championship race at 7:30 has also been a means by which money to cover the op- p.m. Juvenile, midget and squirt erating costs is generated. crews are not eligible for the title events, while intermediate and masters crews can gain a berth with one of the top five times. MAKING ‘THE CALL’ The decision to hold the 2014 Re- gatta or to postpone it will be made early in the morning. The committee will examine weather forecasts, short and long, and if the decision is to hold the Regatta, the resulting civic holiday will be an- nounced. With wind as an extremely important factor, many regattas have been postponed in the past. The longest Regatta postponement occurred in 1973 when it took more than seven days to run all the races. The Royal St. John’s Regatta Committee is a self-per- petuating association that fills its own vacancies. Just prior to the Regatta this year, there were seven vacancies on the 50-member committee. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 31

Royal St. John’s Regatta Schedulet appears that some of the closest COMPILED BY races ever held will be featured in the DEE MURPHY I2014 Royal St. John’s Regatta. Based just about any of the crews can be first across the finish line. While the Herald “experts” predict upon the closeness of results from Bussey Horwood Lawyers will win the the official time trials, up to ten races will men’s championship and the Molson Gerry provide close and thrilling finishes. Angel Memorial Trophy and Max Athletics The Royal St. John’s Regatta time trials will claim the Kim Stirling Memorial Tro- had differences that ranged from less than phy as female champions, the two title races three seconds to 12 seconds indicating that promise to be as close as possible. Following tradition, the Herald lists its pick for each race including the title events which will feature the fastest male and female crews. The following is a list of races and crews, with time trial results shown in brackets: 8:30 A.M.: NTV Satellite Network Male Amateur Race: 10:30 A.M.: Ricoh Female Memorial #2 Race/Ricoh 2:40 P.M.: Atlantic Lottery Corporation Female District Stake 1 – Bussey Horwood Lawyers (9:19.09); Female Masters Race: Stake 1 – Sea-Force Diving Race: Stake 1 – Hickman’s (6:52.55); Stake 3 – Stake 2 – Toyota Plaza (9:22.23); Stake 3 – Max (5:57.37); Gorman Renovations (5:58.00); Stake Newfoundland Canvas (6:52.91); Stake 5 – NL Athletics Men (9:31.65); Stake 4 – Magna Con- 3 – Dream Kitchens (M) (6:00.55); Stake 4 – Ladies Row UK (6:53.73) – Herald Pick: Hickman’s tracting (9:50.53); Stake 5 – Smith Stockley Remax (6:03.40); Stake 5 – Exxon Mobil Women 3:00 P.M.: GoodLife Fitness Female All Comers Race: (10:10.81) – Herald Pick: Bussey Horwood Lawyers (6:04.18) – Herald Picks: Sea-Force Diving and Stake 1 – Baile Branagh (7:06.96); Stake 2 – 8:50 A.M.: Islander RV Male All Comers Race: Stake Dream Kitchens Wicked Fit (7:13.17); Stake 4 – The Travel 1 – Canadian Forces Men (10:20.19); Stake 2 – 10:50 A.M.: Dc Design House Female Commercial Bug/Posie Row (7:14.10); Stake 5 – R.Tetford and Exxon Mobil Men (10:50.22); Stake 4 – Counter Race: Stake 1 – Winmar (6:06.11); Stake 2 – Cap- Son (7:19.18) – Herald Pick: Baile Branagh Corner (11:06.26); Stake 5 – Wade’s Excavating ital Subaru (6:06.70); Stake 3 –Onside (6:06.89); 3:20 P.M.: Alec G. Henley and Associates Female In- (11:18.03 – Herald Pick: Canadian Forces Men Stake 4 – Foley’s Martial Arts (6:07.65); Stake 5 termediate Race/Female Juvenile Race: Stake 1 9:10 A.M.: Nalcor Female Amateur Race: Stake 1 – – Hyflo (6:08.43) – Herald Pick: Winmar – Gardner Coombs Winsor Coombs Chartered Ac- Ellsworth Estates (5:21.74); Stake 2 – Max Athlet- 11.10 A.M.: Sobey’s Female General Workers Race: countants (I) (6:27.50); Stake 2 – Triple E ics Women (5:24.05); Stake 3 – India Gate Stake 1 – O’Reilly’s (6:12.34); Stake 2 – Pouch Painters (I) (6:51.70); Stake 4 - Allied Construc- (5:25.29); Stake 4 – Roebothan, McKay and Mar- Cove Pharmacy (6:12.58); Stake 3 – You Rock Fit- tion Highlanders (J) (6:98.10); Stake 5 – Dream shall (5:27.21); Stake 5 – NEAL (5:28.96) – Her- ness (6:12.97); Stake 4 – Premier Athlete Therapy Home Construction/North Shore Roofing (J) ald Pick: Max Athletics Women and Sports Medicine (6:15.42); Stake 5 – Christ- (8:08.50) –Herald Picks: Gardner Coombs Win- 9:30 A.M.: Bell Aliant Female Mercantile Race: Stake ian’s (6:17.10) – Herald Pick: Pouch Cove Pharmacy sor Coombs Chartered Accountants and Allied Con- 1 – The Port Authority (5:37.63); Stake 2 – Ka- 11:30 A.M.: City of St. John’s Female Labour Race: struction Highlanders vanagh’s Construction (5:38.91); Stake 3 – Steers Stake 1 – Stewart McKelvey (6:20.96); Stake 2 - 3:40 P.M.: Midget Male Race: Stake 1 – D.F. Barnes Insurance (5:40.04); Stake 4 – Provincial Airlines First General (6:23.50); Stake 3 – Marco Group Services Ltd. (5:40.36); Stake 3 – Bill’s Barber (5:42.25); Stake 5 – All Pro Drywall (5:49.80) – (6:24.08); Stake 4 – Boulder Publica- Shop (6:00.67); Stake 5 – Harbour Grace Ocean Herald Pick: Steers Insurance tion/McDonald’s Home Hardware (6:26.06); Stake Enterprises – Herald Pick: D.F. Barnes Services Ltd. 9:50 A.M.: Mount Pearl Dental Male Service Race: 5 – Safe Work Women (6:28.54) – Herald Pick: 4:00 P.M.: Midget Female Race: Stake 1 – Harold Stake 1 – Husky-Definitions (11:32.37); Stake 2 – Stewart McKelvey Hotel (6:08.60); Stake 2 – Cox and Waterford/Spartan Fitness (11:35.92); Stake 4 – 2:00 P.M.: Atlantic Towing Female Service Race: Stake Palmer/Universal Corporate Wear (6:43.41); Marquise Heavy Equipment (12:06.48); Stake 5 – 1 – Colonial Group (6:37.56); Stake 2 – Skyway Stake3 – Caregivers (6:44.13); Stake 4 – Metro Safe Work Men (13:01.73) – Herald Pick: Water- Rentals (6:37.89); Stake 3 – Republic of Doyle Sea- Hardwood Minis (8:15.81); Stake 5 – Brake’s Heat- ford/Spartan Fitness son 6 (6:37.93); Stake 4 – Aylward’s Design Plus ing - Herald Pick: Harold Hotel 10:10 A.M.: Chevron Female Memorial Race: Stake 1 Print Shop (6:38.83); Stake 5 – Abilities (6:39.57) 4:20 P.M.: Pennecon Squirt Male Race/Squirt Fe- – Vocational Rehabilitation Assessments (5:51.87); – Herald Pick: Skyway Rentals male Race: Stake 1 – Admiral’s Rock (M) Stake 2 – Statoil (5:52.16); Stake 3 – Reardon 2:20 P.M.: CAA Female Club Race: Stake 1 – Magic (3:33.80); Stake 2 – Buck Weaver’s Beavers (M) Construction and Development Ltd. (5:54.64); Stake Wok (6:41.17); Stake 2 – The Pacemakers (4:09.20); Stake 3 – Vector 3-Points (M) 4 – Summit Plumbing (5:54.97); Stake 5 – Rest- (6:45.42); Stake 4 – Cabot Ford Lincoln (4:47.50); Stake 4 – Athletics Atlantic (M); Stake well Mattress (5:56.95) – Herald Pick: Vocational (6:48.43); Stake 5 – York Construction (6:49.45) 5 – Avalon Paving (F) – Herald Picks: Admiral’s Rehabilitation Assessments – Herald Pick: The Pacemakers Rock and Avalon Paving CHAMPIONSHIP RACES: The five fastest female and male crews advance into the championship races. 7:00 p.m. – STIRLING COMMUNICATIONS INTERNATIONAL FEMALE CHAMPIONSHIP RACE (Herald Pick – MAX Athletics) 7:30 p.m. – MOLSON CANADIAN MALE CHAMPIONSHIP RACE (Herald Pick – Bussy Horwood Lawyers) 32 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

STORY BY: LOCAL MUSIC SCENE & MORE DILLON COLLINS www.randomsound.ca Photos PARTY SEASON IS UPON US RThe 2ND annual Random Sound Music Festival turns up the heat this August! andom Sound is coming to town! The sopho- sistent with this vision, the Town of Clarenville and White more outing for the highly anticipated, multi- Hills Ski Resort have been working hard investing signif- day festival moves from its normal home of icant resources this summer in major infrastructure up- White Hills to the Glacier in Mount Pearl on grades that will make the venue even better for 2015, including new and expanded parking lots, terrain grad- August 15th, with a second night of un- matched entertainment August 16th at Al- ing and improvements at base of the Hill, etc. All of this lure on George Street. Despite the popularity of the debut will be completed throughout this summer in order to be event in Clarenville, plans to upgrade the site made the prepared to host even better venue for 2015. The presen- move from Clarenville to Mount Pearl and St. John’s nec- ters are looking forward to returning to the new and im- essary, though festival organizers ensure fans that the proved White Hills venue for 2015!” event will return to its true home next year. While the venue may have changed, the lineup stays intact and the crew behind the festival have geared up one “A FUN, MULTI-ACT FESTIVAL” of the most stacked lineups of the 2014 summer concert “The inaugural 2013 Random Sound Music Festival season. Headlining the proceedings on August 15 at the held at the White Hills Ski Resort, Clarenville, was a suc- Glacier is Juno award winning rapper Classified and Wu- cess,” festival organizers said in a press release. “It met Tang Clan original Ghostface Killah. Alternative East the initial vision of the presenters – to create a fun, multi- Coast fan favourite group Wintersleep adds some diversity act festival environment in a unique outdoor venue. Con- to the lineup, while The Lox member Sheek Louch stands While the venue may have changed, the lineup stays intact and the crew behind the festival have geared up one of the most stacked lineups of the 2014 concert season. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 33

LOCAL MUSIC & MORE: RANDOM SOUND WINTERSLEEP GHOSTFACE KILLAH “The average reception of when we announced the lineup was a lot of wows ... people saw Ghostface and Wintersleep and you have people from different demographics of music MSTRKRFT drawn in by this lineup.” — DJJO as one of the exciting new additions. Rounding out the and then two or three bands. But then people saw Ghost- opening night’s lineup is Baytown, Green & Gold, DJ IV, face and Wintersleep and you have people from different Mike Boyd and the one and only Donnie Dumphy. demographics of music drawn in by this lineup,” he added of the lineup’s diversity. RANDOM SOUND TAKE 2! The decision to shift the festival from one day, as in its Night two of the festival takes us to the hottest club on debut in 2013, to two, comes on the heels of public praise George Street, Allure, where red hot Canadian electronic to 2013’s installment as well as out of necessity, given the duo MSTRKRFT headlines. Supported by DJ Rhiannon, large and eclectic lineup the crew is putting off. “We The Shining Wizards, Shark Week and Van Greene, this is wanted to put on a wider variety of talent and trying to one club show that will likely go down as the hottest of cram all that into one day, where you have people trying the year. The entire event is hosted by the city’s most to switch between indie rock, hip hop, techno, EDM, it’s wanted dj, DJJO. a lot to ask of people,” JO said of the decision to have a two day festival as opposed to last year’s one day event. “The atmosphere, crowd and energy was amazing last “Trying to put all of that talent into one day was pretty year,” DJJO told The Herald. “The people go the extra much impossible.” mile to party harder.” “We had a lot of artists wanting to play and asking us “The average reception of when we announced the to be on the lineup over the course of the year,” said Brent lineup was a lot of wows. People expected a bunch of djs 34 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

LOCAL MUSIC & MORE: RANDOM SOUND “We’ve got a lot of friends there and a lot of history. It’ll be fun, hopefully we’ll get to spend a couple of days there.” — Winterlseep’s Loel Campbell on NL McNamara, one of the festival’s organizers. “We just nights,” he promised the fans. thought two days was the way to go. A lot of us travelled around and visited lots of other festivals throughout the “QUITE A MIXED BAG” year, checking them out and taking notes on what they’re doing and everything really is two, three, four days. Nat- Drummer for the Juno winning indie rock band Win- ural progression is just adding an extra day on, expanding terlseep Loel Campbell expressed the band’s excitement the diversity of the festival and we’ll go from there.” to return to the province, where the band has grown a strong and loyal following over the years. “We’ve got a lot CHART TOPPER CLASSIFIED of friends there and a lot of history,” Campbell said. “It’ll be fun, hopefully we’ll get to spend a couple of days there. Juno award winning East Coast chart topper Classified I think it’ll be cool to see Ghostface Killah,” Campbell caught up with The Herald and had more than a few great laughed. “We’re all Wu-Tang fans and music fans in gen- things to say about the province ahead of his August 15 eral. It’s quite a mixed bag.” return. “Newfoundland has always been great to me ... ac- tually the first time I jumped on a plane and played a It’s been two years since the band’s fifth studio album show outside of town was Newfoundland in 2003,” Clas- Hello Hum was released in June 2012. The group has sified tells readers. “It was the first time I felt like I had been hard at work on a follow-up and may even have a real fans. I remember playing the oc- surprise song or two in store for the fans at Random tane back then and it definitely gave Sound. “We’ve been working on a new record since me the feel that I was doing some- September quite a lot and we’ve put a lot of work thing right!!” into it,” Campbell said. “Hopefully we can have it out in the winter of 2015.” One of the hardest working hip For fans who have not had the pleasure hop artists in Canada, Classi- to see Wintersleep live, Campbell fills you fied has scraped and in on what you can expect August 15th. clawed to dig out a “You can mainly expect an energetic trench for himself in the ever competitive and inspired performance. We still have music business. The last two years of his life a lot of fun and joy out of playing our have really seen him launched from con- older songs. We try to build a setlist tender to bonafide superstar. “I’ve that kind of touches on songs from been living off of music for a while every record. This time we’ll have a now and I think once I quit my job and couple of new songs to share supported myself from music I felt like I which makes the experience had made it,” Classified said. “With the last stand on its own. I think two years and success of my last album, it we’ve been playing for so got bigger than I ever could of imagined!” long that we’re well oiled Already at work at a follow-up to his at this point and can nail highly successful self-titled 2013 studio our harmonies. It’s a album, Classified plans to bring every- rambunctious interpre- thing from his arsenal to Random tation of our albums I Sound, promising an unbelieveable suppose.” night that fans won’t soon forget. “Pure excitement, great vibes and wild “Newfoundland has always been great to me ...” — Classified Tickets for the August 15th show at the Glacier with all ages and a 19+ area are $49.50 early bird and $60 reg- ular, with the August 16th showcase at Allure costing $29.50 and $35, while weekend passes available online only cost $79 with the first 200 sold getting an East Coast Lifestyle t-shirt. Tickets are available at West 49 (cash only) at the Avalon Mall in St. John’s, Ballistic (cash only) on Water Street, ETIXNOW self-serve vendors, with kiosks at all participating North Atlantic Orange Stores and outlets in the St. John’s area. For all things Random Sound and update news visit the event Facebook page and website at www.randomsound.ca. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 35

WHAT’S GOIN’ ON? By Wendy Rose A NEW CHALLENGE TLike competition? Don’t mind getting dirty? Well, The Juggernaut obstacle course race is for you! he Juggernaut obstacle course race will be com- Foundation in memory of Dr. Jack Hand. The foundation, ing to St. John’s in the fall. The race, which created in 2014, aims to provide financial assistance to “will no doubt blow you away,” according to the the families of children who are seeking medical atten- website, will be taking place at Clovelly in St. tion at the Janeway for a Hematology or Oncology related John’s on October 4. illness. A portion of the proceeds made from The Jugger- Many Newfoundlanders still hold fresh memories of naut will be used by the foundation to pay for “travel the last obstacle course that came to the province, Mud costs, hospital costs, medical practitioner costs, and pro- Immortal. That obstacle course turned out to be mis- hibitively expensive prescription drugs; cover food costs; managed, unorganized and accommodations, and travel more importantly, dangerous required for treatment; and any to the users. Although some obstacles that may come up,” Newfoundlanders may still be the Jack Hand Legacy Founda- skeptical, many are surely up tion website reads. for the challenge that The Jug- gernaut is presenting, espe- CELEBRATIONS cially after reading up on the Sign up for The Juggernaut impressive bios of the local or- costs $75 per participant after ganizers. July 25 and until August 29. After August 29, the sign up fee “CHALLENGING” jumps to $85, with registration “The Juggernaut is a chal- closing on September 26. lenging (and fun!) 5K obstacle OCT/4/14 Teams are encouraged to sign race designed to test your all-around strength, stamina, up. Teams of six or more people receive a $5 discount per mental grit and camaraderie,” the official website reads. person. Sign up fees are non-refundable and are subject “We have teamed up with Clovelly and MAX to bring you to HST and service fees. a safe, creative and challenging event. With meticulous A shuttle service will be ushering competitors to the attention to detail and professionalism, we guarantee an Juggernaut obstacle course race, due to limited parking. exciting and memorable day for all participants – regard- The shuttle bus schedule and route has yet to be an- less of your skill level. All you have to worry about is mak- nounced. After the race, there will be celebrations includ- ing it across the finish line!” ing music and food and drink for purchase, according to The obstacle course supports the Dr. Jack Hand Legacy the Juggernaut website. For more info. on the Juggernaut Obstacle course such as how to register or how to volunteer, visit thejugger nautchallenge.com To learn more about the Dr. Jack Hand Legacy Foundation, visit www.jackhand.ca. WHAT’S GOING ON? Send your info. and Photos to the Herald: P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s NL, A1C 5R7. Fax 726-6971 or e-mail: letters@nfldherald.com 36 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

BY JANICE KEELS CAMPINTAGSTMESEOAFLNSE:[email protected] his week’s cover features the famed adventurer Foil packets make for easy and survivalist Bear Grylls. His new show Run- cooking and clean up ning Wild with Bear Grylls will take six celebri- the outdoors and everything it has to offer. Mike loves to Tties into the wildest and most remote locations strap on his backpack and head into the woods for an ad- venture. Everything he needs fits into his backpack … stoves, fuel, dehydrated food, water filters so if he runs in the U.S. and around the world for a 48-hour journey of out of fresh drinking water, he can filter some from the a lifetime. This show is the inspiration for this week’s col- muddy puddles, extra clothes, shelter, all in one backpack. umn. On occasion, Mike will take the tent and he and the I’m not much an outdoor adventurer. I don’t like bugs, kids will go off camping. On those occasions, he will pack I’m not much for getting dirty and I see no need to pre- some more substantial meals such as these two meals tend I’m homeless. My husband – and our children – love taken from Taste of Home Best Barbecues. PINEAPPLE SHRIMP PACKETS 6 pineapple rings 1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper 1 1/2 lbs. uncooked 1/3 cup packed brown sugar medium shrimp, 1 Tbsp. seafood seasoning peeled and deveined 3 Tbsp. butter, cubed For each foil packet, place a pineapple slice on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 12-inches square). Top with shrimp and red pepper. Combine the brown sugar and seafood seasoning; sprinkle over shrimp. Dot with butter. Fold foil around the mixture and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. CAMPERS’ BREAKFAST HASH 1/4 cup butter, cubed 1/4 cup chopped onion 2 pkg. (20 oz. each) refrigerated 1/4 cup chopped green pepper 12 eggs, lightly beaten shredded hash brown potatoes Salt and pepper to taste 1 7 oz. pkg. brown and serve 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese sausage, cut into half-inch pieces In a large skillet, melt butter. Add the potatoes, sausage, onion and green pepper. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are lightly browned, turning once. Push potato mixture to the sides of the pan. Pour eggs into the centre of the pan. Cook and stir over medium heat until eggs are completely set. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat; stir the eggs into potato mixture. Top with the cheese; cover and cook for one to two minutes or until cheese is melted. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 37

NEWS IN PERSPECTIVE by jim furlong THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD WHISTLING FOR THE WINDhere is always a story to be found in the weather in Newfoundland. NTV News and all the other news outlets in this month of July sun and heat Tare all tapped into ‘weather’ stories again. We al- month earlier this summer where the word ‘hot’ took on a whole new meaning for me. The day we departed Hong Kong to return to Canada it was 36 degrees. It was the kind of heat that if you walk around the block you have to ways are. My particular philosophy of news is that the top change your shirt. That is hot! For us Newfoundlanders, story, if it isn’t an exclusive, is what people are talking this summer is too hot even as this spring was way too about at the supper table. I’m old enough to use that term cold. “Will summer ever come?” In the winter, it was too ‘supper’ table. How warm is it? How wet is it? How dry is much snow or in some places too little snow. That is the it? How much rain? How much snow? A familiar line in way we are. It seems it is never just right and we are con- weather stories is, “This is the worst or best summer, win- stantly looking to the heavens to see when things will ter, spring or fall since 1895.” In Newfoundland, where change for the better. To pass time we tell stories of com- historically we have been so dependent on proper weather parison about the past. “We didn’t play golf this year until mid-June when three or four years ago we had a round on the 18th of April.” By the way, just as an aside, one year more than a decade ago on the 12th of February, my friend and I played tennis at the Bowring Park courts. PART OF OUR STRUGGLE Now, I think all our near manic interest in weather conditions is linked to geography and where we are positioned in the middle of the North Atlantic. In many ways, it has been no treat clinging to the rocks. The weather has been an important part of our struggle. I am bold enough to suggest that also linked to that is the fact that I have observed that an extraordinary number people still keep or make an ‘almanac,’ wherein they write down the daily temperatures, Whatever the weather is here, it seems we want wind directions and cloud conditions. They do it it to be something else… It is always too much every day on the theory that by carefully record- of something or not enough of something. ing what the weather was, you can somehow gain some insight into what it will be. for a variety of activities related to making a living from I know a prominent former politician who does it reli- the sea, the forests, or the soil, we have become a nation giously and my own sainted aunt, now gone to glory, of observers and complainers. Whatever the weather is, it wrote her almanac as if she was making plans to cast off seems that we want it to be something else. We are wait- all lines and sail on the high tide for Cadiz or Portobello. ing for it to change to bring us better fortune. It is always The more I think about it, the more it all fits together. My too much of something or not enough of something else. grandfather, a seafaring man who was a ship’s carpenter, would ‘whistle for the wind.’ That is an ancient practise of MIGHT HAVE BEEN MY WIFE... wetting your lips and whistling with the feeling on your Last week, after five consecutive days of sunshine and lips being the information that would tell you where the temperatures approaching 30 degrees, a person close to wind was blowing ‘from’ so you might know where it was me, who might have been my wife, was sitting in the af- blowing ‘to.’ ternoon sun of a wonderful Saturday, sipping cold beer. That is us. Many of us are removed from the sea and She said, “When will this heat ever let up?” Now, on Mon- the land now but we are still linked somehow to the forces day morning back in the office, somebody else talked that have longtime been a part of us. It is a long ways from about ‘relief’ and how their lawn was all burnt up. Poor sitting in the garden in the sun sipping beer wondering baby! How do they stand it? How do they put up with all about tomorrow’s weather to a heaving deck off that sun and warm temperatures that are still, by global Merasheen but there is an ancient connection. It gets standards, not hot? I mentioned I was in China for a weaker every generation but it is still there. NTV’s Jim Furlong can be reached by emailing: [email protected] 38 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

NEWS IN BRIEF FROM AROUND NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR BE WATER SMART. WEAR A LIFEJACKET OR PFD National Drowning Prevention Week took place from July 20-26 and perhaps in light of recent ings per 100,000 people compared to 1.5 per 100,000. tragedy, awareness is more important than ever. Data obtained over the past 15 years indicates that 9 out of 10 victims of boating-related drowning were found Lifesaving Society Canada, in accordance with the not wearing a lifejacket. Many boaters feel safe if a life- Drowning Prevention Research Centre, issued a new re- jacket is within reach. But think about it: you don’t plan port suggesting an average of 22 people die from drown- a boating accident, it usually happens suddenly, and try- ing every year in Newfoundland & Labrador. ing to put a lifejacket on just before you cap- The report states that there have size is like trying to buckle your been 109 drownings in the province seatbelt right before your car crashes – from 2007 to 2011, a rate that is it’s impossible. higher than the national average. OUNCE OF PREVENTION NL FATALITY RATE The vast majority of Newfoundland and Being a strong swimmer is no guar- antee you will survive either. Anxiety, Labrador drowning victims are men, wave-action, weeds, clothing and espe- mirroring the trends in national cially cold water are all working statistics. In the 2007-2011 period, against you. In fact, 94 per cent of the average yearly water-related drownings occur in water less fatality rate for men in New- than 20 degrees Celsius. Most foundland and Labrador was 8.0 don’t die of hypothermia - they per 100,000 population compared drown in the first minutes from to a rate of 0.5 for women. Typi- cold shock. Two-thirds of people cally, 8 out of 10 drowning vic- who drown are also within 15 me- tims in Canada are male. In tres of safety. The simple act of Newfoundland and Labrador, it is wearing a lifejacket can save your 9 out of 10. life by buying you precious time By age, the highest drowning until someone can rescue you. rates in NL were found among The simple act of wearing a The Lifesaving Society advo- teenagers 15-19 years old. Rates lifejacket can save your life by were also high among young buying you precious time until cates that lifejackets/PFDs be adults 20-34 and middle aged worn by all occupants of all types adults 35-64. Lower death rates of recreational craft six metres or someone can rescue you. less in length, while passengers were evident among children and older adults in NL. Few are on-deck and while the vessel is underway. water-related fatalities occurred among individuals under This information comes on the heels of three drown- the age of 15 and over the age of 65. The province’s ings in the month of July, two teenagers and one 72 year drowning rate surpasses national figures, with 4.2 drown- old, all of which were male. The Herald urges all readers to stay safe, practice caution and take the proper precautions to ensure needless tragedies don’t grace the front page news. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 39

HMOIWGTHHTEY FALL Rachel Parsons was born with a silver spoon in her mouth. In the early twenties, she dabbled in politics and became a member of the London County Council. Her home was the scene of parties which were the talk of the aristocracy of the day. R achel Parsons was born with a silver spoon in her brother when he was killed in the trenches of France dur- mouth and died with an iron bar thumped down ing World War I. In the early twenties, she dabbled in pol- on her head. But let’s start at the beginning. itics and became a member of the London County Rachel was the daughter of Sir Charles Par- Council. Her home in Grosvenor Square was the scene of sons, the inventor of the marine steam engine. She at- parties which were the talk of the aristocracy of the day. tended Cambridge University, where she became the first woman to graduate as a mechanical engineer. Rachel WEALTHY WOMAN joined the family business and took it over from her When her father died in 1931, Rachel inherited over L1 million, a not inconsiderable sum today. During the Great Depression, it was a king’s ransom. In 1946, our girl, considered to be one of the wealthiest women in all of England, moved out of Grosvenor Square after many years to 3 Belgrave Square, once the home of the Duke of Kent. It must be noted that Rachel never married. Although she was pursued by several suitors, her family believed them to be either gold-diggers or below her station in life. Whatever the reason, Rachel listened and obeyed, like all As she slipped into middle age and beyond, Rachel developed a mean streak. She treated her employees badly, often making them beg for their wages. 40 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014 *Crime Flashback Images are used for reenactment purposes only and might not be historically accurate.

MAX HAINES CRIME FLASHBACK well-bred English ladies of class did in those days. Simply been transformed into an argumentative, nasty old put, no one was good enough for their Rachel. woman. In keeping with her social position, Rachel was drawn to horse racing, aptly referred to as the sport of kings. Never one to do things in half meas- ures, she purchased a 37 bedroom mansion known as Branches, located near Newmarket, the unofficial racing capital of the country. Branches was an 18th century edifice and came com- plete with wooded parkland and, of course, a swimming pool. In addition, it had an array of stables and other horsey paraphernalia at Cowlinge, about eight miles from Newmarket. In total, Rachel’s stables consisted of 70 horses. She bought another imposing structure, Lansdowne House, and its stables, adjacent to Newmarket. As she slipped into middle age and beyond, Rachel developed a mean In 1956, at age 71, Rachel was known to all those who streak. She treated her employees came in contact with her as a foul-mouthed, tight-fisted badly, often making them beg for their old doll who would eat only sardines and eggs, not because wages. Sometimes she fired them on she liked them, but because they were cheap. the spot and refused to part with vaca- tion pay, which was a pittance in the fifties. Shopkeepers and tradesmen were treated with In July 1956, 26-year-old Dennis Pratt, a former stable contempt. Despite her wealth, she dressed shabbily. If you boy who had looked after 10 of Rachel’s horses before ter- didn’t know she was a woman of means, she could easily minating his employment the previous May, showed up at be mistaken for a bag lady. her door. Dennis had tried twice previously to collect va- Naturally enough, Rachel was not beloved. While still cation pay and had been turned down. On one occasion at Branches, she occupied only two rooms, which were Rachel had called the police, who had hustled him away, never cleaned. Peelings from fruit and vegetables were admonishing him for bothering an old lady. left where they fell on the floor. Empty sardine cans were This time would be different. Dennis had a pregnant tossed around the room, where they remained month wife and two children. He needed money desperately. No after month, along with several fur coats which littered one would ever have known what had happened that day the floor. She left her Airedale to scrounge around the had Dennis not shown up in Cambridge attempting to place, but returned each day to feed the animal. Rachel sell an expensive pair of binoculars to a jeweller. The jew- never repaired the old mansion. As the years passed, the eller became suspicious and called police. Dennis was place deteriorated until it was little more than a shadow taken in for questioning when the officers found two of its past glory. NASTY OLD WOMAN In 1956, at age 71, Rachel was known to all those who came in contact with her as a foul-mouthed, tight- fisted old doll who would eat only sardines and eggs, not because she liked them, but because they were cheap. Gone was the refined lady who had once thrown parties which were the talk of London society. She had In 1956, Dennis Pratt, a former stable boy August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 41 who had looked after Rachel’s horses be- fore quitting, showed up at Rachel’s door. Dennis had tried previously to collect va- cation pay and had been turned down. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com

CRIME FLASHBACK MAX HAINES cameras and two travelling clocks in a briefcase he was witnesses told the court of Rachel’s mean ways carrying. and argumentative manner. Dennis was called to the stand. He admitted he had A FULL CONFESSION pushed Rachel during a Dennis confessed that he heated argument. She had had stolen the goods from screamed at him that he and Lansdowne House. He sur- his wife were nothing more prised the officers when he than guttersnipes and that added, “This will be a shock to she was not going to give him you. I’ve done her in.” The de- any money. She had swung tectives were amazed. Here her handbag at him, striking they were, questioning this him on the head. man about a robbery and nothing more, yet he was con- PREGNANT WIFE fessing to a murder which had “I told her not to be silly not at that time been discov- and pushed her away. She hit ered. Newmarket police were me a second time and I told contacted. Sure enough, her to stop.” Dennis admitted Rachel’s body was found ex- that he had then picked up an actly where Dennis had said it iron bar lying about and had would be. hit her. “I do not remember Dennis was detained and Dennis confessed that he had stolen the how many times I struck her; charged with murder. At his goods from Lansdowne House. He sur- I can hardly realize I have trial, a taxi driver told of hear- prised the officers when he added, “This done it now.” Dennis stated ing him demanding his holi- will be a shock to you. I’ve done her in.” that he had taken money from day pay and threatening to go his victim’s purse and had to the Labour Exchange with stolen the cameras and clocks his complaint. The accused’s statement, given to police, to help out his pregnant wife. was read to the court. In it, he stated that he and Rachel The English jury knew that a guilty verdict of murder had argued and that he had picked up a pipe and clubbed would bring with it death by hanging. They had a certain her to death. degree of empathy for the accused man and brought in a Dennis’ lawyer asked the jury to return a verdict of verdict of guilty of manslaughter. Dennis Pratt was sen- manslaughter on the grounds of provocation. An array of tenced to 10 years imprisonment. 42 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

Ghost Story: What a fright!GSTUOYRYDBAYVIS yle and I are husband and wife as well as in- shore fisherpeople. We have a fully equipped 18-foot open boat. One wet, miserable foggy K day, I didn’t want to go out on the water with him, but changed my mind and decided to go I could see through the fog a shadowy figure moving around. Who was that in our boat and what were they doing? because the weather was bad and I knew he’d need me. Before leaving, he noticed a tear in his oil skins. “I got to mend ‘em,” he said, “you take the gear on to the boat, soon as I’m done I’ll be dere.” OUT OF THE FOG I hadn’t seen him pass me on the way down, how could he have passed me on the way back? I was still mad at Getting close to our boat I could see through the him and was going to go by him in silence, but he was in fog a shadowy figure moving around. Who was in our my way and spoke first. boat and what were they doing? It was Kyle. “Sorry it took so long maid, but I couldn’t find the “How did you get ‘ere before me?” I asked. He didn’t mending kit,” he said. answer. “But you were aboard the boat when I got there, and “Kyle,” I demanded, “answer me.” you wouldn’t talk to me,” I answered. There was still no reply, and he continued to ignore me. This wasn’t like my husband. I got upset. “Alright, if “What are you going on about? I just finished mending you are going to be like that, you can go out by yourself, me oilskins and was coming to meet you, how could I ‘ave I’m going home.” been aboard the boat? You look like you seen a ghost.” The fog was as thick as pea soup. I had just reached the end of the path leading to our shed when a dark figure Did I? came out of the fog. “Another fool out in this weather,” I thought, then I nearly died from fright. It was Kyle. VIRGO: A NEW RELATIONSHIP HERALD HOROSCOPESTAKES AN INTERESTING TURN ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Technology VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) A suggestion self as well. You might want to start by snafus tax your patience. But before you that never took off could become viable planning a super-special getaway week- throw that computer or other bulky again. Dust it off, update it if needed, and end. hardware into the trash, take a deep resubmit it. In your personal life, a new SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Some breath and call someone knowledgeable. relationship takes an ‘interesting’ turn. changes you feel you need to make might TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Don’t be too LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Confronting a be reasonable and appropriate. But oth- upset if your generosity goes unappreci- new challenge to your stated position ers might lead to new problems. Think ated. These things happen, and things through carefully before rather than brood over it, move you act. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS!on. A new friend could open up Good instincts usually keep the # #some exciting new possibilities. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A sure-footed Goat on the right loved one helps you get through a path. So, what others might see difficult emotional situation. as stubbornness on your part, in Spend the weekend immersed in fact reflects your good sense of the body and soul restorative # what is worth supporting. powers of music and arts. TERRI CLARK AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You EVANGELINE LILLY SIDNEY CROSBY AUG. 5, 1968 A period of introspection could are pretty much in charge of what AUG. 3, 1979 # AUG. 7, 1987 # lead to some surprising conclu- you want to do this week. How- Your sense of curiosity keeps you sions – and also equally surpris- continually alert for what’s new ing changes – involving a BORNever, it might be a good idea to keep an open mind regarding sug- THIS WEEK: about people, places and things. number of your long-held posi- gestions from people you know tions on several issues. you can trust. could work to your advantage by settling PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) The finan- LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Another chance all doubts once you’re able to present a cially practical Pisces might want to take to shine (something always dear to the solid defense backed up by solid facts. a sensible approach to spending as well as Lion’s heart) might be resented by oth- SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You enjoy investing. Being prudent now pays off ers. You earned it, so enjoy it. The week- doing nice things for others. But this is a later. A romantic situation moves into an- end brings news about a family member. good time to do something nice for your- other phase. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 43

SUMMER SKINCARE by HannaH Schuck THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD Hannah Schuck is a medical esthetician licensed by the Arizona State Board of cosme- tology and the New York State Board of cosmetology. She is also an ARRA licensed laser technician. Originally from Arizona, Schuck spends most of her time in New York, calling “beautiful” St. John’s her home in the summertime. Schuck is passionate about skin care and is eager to share her knowledge with ‘Herald’ readers, passing along her tips and tricks Hof the trade, and helping readers learn about overall skin health so we can all look and feel our very best! ello again! This week I’ve been getting quite a night or keeping one in your office at work will help few inquiries on how the climate here in keep your skin hydrated. Now, let’s talk summer. If beautiful Newfoundland affects our skin and your skin has been feeling as oily as mine has lately, you how to accommodate accordingly. may be breaking out more than usual. My tip: Wash Whether it’s the, and I quote a reader, “life-sucking your pillowcases every few days. Sweat, dirt and makeup wind” in wintertime, or the sweat-dripping humidity in builds up on your pillowcase each night, meaning your the summertime, it all comes down to treating and pre- face is resting in filth for 8 hours! I keep a couple clean venting the specific problems we face due cases on hand and rotate them twice to our surrounding environment. Com- weekly. Also ladies, make sure you wash mon cold-climate skin problems can in- your makeup brushes with anti-bacterial clude sensitivity, dryness, flaking, soap and water every so often to help pre- wind-burn and even eczema. In the sum- vent breakouts. Another necessity of mer months you may be feeling oily, de- summertime skincare is hydration. If hydrated, and more acne-prone. The you’ve been noticing dark circles under weather changes seasonally and your skin your eyes lately, you may be lacking more likely changes with it. Here are some than just sleep. You could be dehydrated. things that may help get your skin feel- Make sure you are constantly drinking ing and looking its best, all year ‘round. water this summer, it will help with over- all evenness and radiance of your skin OIL-BASED OINTMENTS tone while also giving your body what it As we all know, its usually winter needs! weather nine months of the year in this One awesome skin benefit of living in place! For starters, you need to be mois- Newfoundland is that we have access to turizing, a lot. Find an “ointment” mois- the ocean! Sea salt has great healing turizer that is made with an oil-base. Oils create a properties. A dip in sea salt water helps to relieve dry protective barrier on the skin and help retain maximum and itchy skin as well as cure serious conditions like moisture. Look for ingredients like avocado oil, prim- eczema and even helps to balance oily skin. Lastly, I rose oil, almond oil or mineral oil – these are ideal, as may sound like a broken record here but whether its they won’t clog pores. Also, you may not know that summer or winter, you need to protect yourself from heating your home during the winter months draws the sun. Winter sun, combined with snow glare and moisture directly from your skin and can be very dry- wind, can still damage your skin. As for summer sun, ing. Sleeping with a humidifier in your bedroom at you know the drill, slather up! More next week! If you have any specific topics you’d like Hannah to discuss, or questions you’d like to be answered, please email her at [email protected] 44 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

RECAPS BY SOAP TALKDANA BLOCK A SNEAK PEEK AT THE LATEST NEWS FROM NEWFOUNDLAND’S TOP SOAPS ove is in the air on and off the soaps it seems as The Bold and the Beautiful’s the in-the-know folks at Soap Central. “Well I Darin Brooks and The Young and the asked her...” Brooks shared on Twitter with a photo of himself and Kruger kissing beneath L Restless alum Kelly Kruger are en- the Eiffel Tower. “...and I said YES!!” Kruger gaged. Congratulations goes out to Darin posted moments later. Brooks, who won an Brooks (Wyatt Fuller) and his longtime girl- Outstanding Younger Actor Daytime Emmy in friend Kelly Kruger (ex-Mackenzie Browning, 2009, joined the cast of The Bold and the Beau- The Young and the Restless) who became en- tiful in 2013. Kelly Kruger plays a cameo role gaged on their recent trip for a location shoot as a publicist named Eva during B&B’s trip to with The Bold and the Beautiful in Paris, wrote Paris. The Paris scenes will air in August. KELLY KRUGER THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS to get Bill to confess to being the conspirator of the accident in Abu Dhabi. Thoughts and emotions regarding Wyatt’s return Hilary surprised Neil with tickets to a White Sox game. Chelsea found the handkerchief that she carried when she were debated at a company meeting. Katie told Brooke that married Adam. At an Abbott family dinner, Abby made it Ridge’s fall from the helicopter was likely not an accident. known that she was no fan of Kelly. Summer realized that During a visit with Deacon, Hope began to realize the real there were still a lot of things she didn’t know about reason why her father returned to Los Angeles. Wyatt pre- Austin. Billy was upset to learn that Stitch would be at sented Hope with a generous gift. Wait to see: An unex- Victoria’s paternity-test appointment. Kevin hacked into pected kiss changes everything. Stitch’s records at the hospital. Victor hired a specialist to secretly treat Phyllis without her family knowing. Paul decided not to testify at Nikki’s hearing. Chelsea won- dered if getting involved with Billy was a big mistake. Wait to see: Summer and Mariah get into an altercation. DAYS OF OUR LIVES Jordan was shaken after an encounter with Clyde, on Days of Our Lives. Sami and Will had a major fight when he demanded that GENERAL HOSPITAL she drop her revenge plot against Abigail. Jordan was deeply shaken after an encounter with Clyde. Rafe realized Kate’s Julian forced Ava to reveal the goods she had on feelings for him might be deeper than he thought. Hope Sonny before he would help her. Nina’s schemes put was horrified when Ciara invited Aiden and Chase to join Sam and Silas’ relationship to the test. Carly inter- them on their vacation. Eric met with the bishop and learned rupted a close moment between Franco and Nina. drastic measures must be taken to clear his name – and it all Patrick told Anna he had no choice but to move on and depended on Nicole. Brady informed Maggie he was making put his life back together. Alexis wanted Molly to move a major life change. Theresa realized she was quickly running back home. Tracy updated Luke on her bid to take over out of options. JJ and Paige’s romantic night took a horrible, ELQ. Ned and Olivia bonded over drinks. Jordan’s life was unexpected turn. Kristen returned and was up to no good. at risk because her cover was about to be blown. An ex- Brady’s fate was decided. Wait to see: Eve blackmails Theresa plosion pushed Julian over the edge. Wait to see: Mickey into helping her out with a medical situation. learns the truth about Jordan. THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL Wyatt returned for his first day back at Forrester Cre- ations with a lucky charm in his pocket. With new informa- tion in hand, Katie was having a difficult time processing Bill’s guilt. Wyatt revealed a secret to Ivy that concerned the “Hope for the Future” campaign. Ridge devised a plan DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.nfldherald.com August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 45

POSITIVE PARENTING Q&A WITH THE HERALD’S PAM PARDY-GHENT Mother of a teenager and precocious kindergartener, our Managing Editor takes your questions: [email protected] Our youngest child became quite ill after a day spent outside with friends, though it didn’t seem that hot with the breeze. Can you help spread the word that there are dan- gerous days in Newfoundland when it comes to heat stroke and heat exhaustion? We Q. were never aware and wish we had been. Thanks. his is a great warning to parents. While I can’t print the entire letter, this reader’s child became HEAT EXHAUSTION quite ill from too much of the good stuff: sun! Heat exhaustion is a more severe heat illness that can T I’ve always been big on watering down kids occur when someone in a hot environment hasn’t been drinking enough fluids. Symptoms can include increased when they play outside, passing out liquids, including plain thirst, weakness, fainting, muscle cramps, nausea and/or tap water, and more fun items like ice creams and freezies. vomiting, irritability, headache, increased sweating, cool, I also work hard at providing them with shaded areas. Our clammy skin and elevation of body temperature. neighbour often builds a makeshift ‘tent’ for the little ones on hot days, and our back deck is shaded, so I encourage What to do: Bring your child to a cooler place indoors, an pits stops there for snacks and play. Overheating doesn’t air-conditioned car, or shady area. Remove excess clothing. just happen when the sun is splitting the rocks! I know kids Encourage your child to drink cool fluids. Put a cool, wet who became ill on days that were quite overcast. cloth or cool water on your child’s skin. Call your doctor for advice. If your child is too exhausted or ill to drink, treatment with intravenous (IV) fluids may be necessary. If left untreated, heat exhaustion can de- velop into heatstroke, which can be danger- ous. HEATSTROKE The most severe form of heat illness is heatstroke. In heatstroke, the body cannot regulate its own temperature. Heatstroke can be dangerous if it isn’t treated quickly. Medical treatment is often required to bring I’m always passing out liquids… and more fun the body temperature under control. Factors items like ice creams and freezies. that increase the risk for heatstroke include overdressing and extreme physical activity in hot weather with inadequate fluid intake. Kidshealth.org writes that our bodies create a tremen- Heatstroke also can happen when a child is left in, or be- dous amount of heat and in very hot weather, high humid- comes accidentally trapped in, a car on a hot day. A car can ity and other conditions, our body’s natural cooling system overheat in just 20 minutes on a hot day, quickly raising may begin to fail, letting heat in the body build to danger- body temperature to dangerous levels. ous levels. This can cause heat illness, such as heat cramps, heat ex- What to do: Call for emergency medical help if your child has been outside in extreme temperatures or another hot haustion, or heatstroke. The website provides useful de- environment and shows one or more of these symptoms of scriptions, and some solutions for each condition. heatstroke: severe headache, weakness, dizziness, confu- HEAT CRAMPS sion, nausea, rapid breathing and heartbeat, loss of con- sciousness, seizure, no sweating, flushed, hot, dry skin. Heat cramps are brief, painful muscle cramps in the legs, arms, or abdomen that may occur during or after vigorous WHILE WAITING FOR HELP: exercise in extreme heat. Sweating causes the body to lose Get your child indoors or into the shade. Undress your salts and fluids and low level of salts causes the muscles to child and sponge or douse him or her with cool water. Do cramp. Kids are particularly at risk. Cramps can be the first not give fluids unless your child is awake, alert, and acting sign of more serious heat illness. normally. What to do: A cool place, rest and fluids should ease a Like many things, an ounce of prevention is key, so push child’s discomfort. If possible, give fluids that contain salt those liquids,and make kids come indoors, or rest and hy- and sugar, such as sports drinks. Gently stretching and mas- drate immediately whenever they feel overheated. saging cramped muscles also may help. Good luck and stay cool the rest of the summer! Send your ‘Positive Parenting’ questions to Pam Pardy-Ghent at: The Newfoundland Herald, P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s, NL A1C 5R7, fax (709) 726-6971, or email [email protected] 46 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014

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 MF Telephone number Please note: If family members other than par- ents send photo of child, you must include a written permission slip from parents or the child’s guardian. Send your completed entry form and photograph to: BABY OF THE YEAR CONTEST GRACE LEE RYDER BURBRIDGE c/o The Newfoundland Herald Daughter of Tiffany and Son of Nicole and Rocky P.O. Box 2015 Kevin Lee, Foxtrap Burbridge, St. Philip’s St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R7 HONOURABLE MENTIONS or email [email protected] Taetyn Stack Penelope Stead Edward-James Hawco RULES & REGULATIONS St. John’s Conception Bay South Holyrood Enter your baby’s picture in the annual New- A THOUSAND SMILES foundland Herald Baby of the Year Contest. Fill out the entry form above and send us a recent Send in your child’s candid photograph of your baby. Or you can email in- moments and share your family’s formation and a high-resolution photo to happiest moments with our readers. [email protected]. Babies must be under the age of two by Dec. 31, 2014. Two babies – a SLEEPING BEAUTY boy and a girl – will qualify every week. Our Baby of the Year will be chosen from all Madison, daughter of Conway Torraville weekly qualifiers. The overall winner will ap- and Tracey Coles, Gander, is cute as pear on the cover of the first issue of The New- can be off in dreamland. foundland Herald in 2015. CONTEST RULES: • Babies must be under the age of two by Dec. 31, 2014 (born in 2013 or 2014). • 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, 2014. • 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 August 3 - 9, 2014/The Newfoundland Herald 47

THE NEWFOUNDLAND PUZZLES & BRAIN TEASERSHERALD’S WEEKLY EACH WEEK TRAIN YOUR BRAIN WITH CLEVER PUZZLES! The Newfoundland Herald challenges readers to a collection of brain building activities. ANSWER US THIS... 1. There was a man climbing a ladder to somebody’s house, to the nearest window. He broke into the house and took what was most precious to the family. He climbed down, and the police were there waiting for him. He returned what he took to the police and the police let him walk away. Why? 2. Blade to blade I always win, My foe laid low and even. Yard by yard, through thick and thin, I’m busiest in the summer season. SNOWFLAKES There are 13 black hexagons in the puzzle. Place the numbers 1-6 around each of them. No number can be repeated in any partial hexagon shape along the border of the puzzle. Answers — 1. The man was a firefighter. 2. A lawn mower. Explanation: It cuts blades of grass with its blade, leaving them low and even. It is used in home yards and is busiest in summer when grass grows fastest. © 2014 King Features Syndicate. All rights reserved. CryptoQuote © 2014 King Features Syndicate. All rights reserved. ANSWERS/SOLUTIONS To check answers, flip page upside down. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc. O’Walsh STICKELERS: fice. — Francis 1. Remove the first let- the cashier’s of- ter of each word and room adjoining make it the last letter, have a recovery and you have the same should also word spelled backward. hospital A 2. I-c, II-a, III-e, IV-b, V- CRYPTOQUOTE: d. 48 The Newfoundland Herald/August 3 - 9, 2014