2015 | August 16-22 Elvis

TABLE OF CONTENTSPublications Mail Agreement No. 0040012044 Registration No. 09027 Return undeliverable items to: The Newfoundland Herald, P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R7 17 MEGAN GLOVER 14 ELVIS PRESLEY Despite the odds against her, 38 years after the passing of Elvis, the 24 Megan Glover has accomplished music industry still searches for the more than anyone could imagine. ‘next one’, but Elvis is irreplaceable. 30 QUOTE OF THE WEEK “To pass away listening to your song ... That’s the last thing he heard before he left this world. 24 That’s unbelievable to me.” — Lynyrd Skynrd’s Rickey Medlocke RICKEY MEDLOCKE ACCESSIBILITY IN NL 22 The Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Tina O’Brien’s focuses on the dai- talks about the band’s history and ly difficulties and obstacles faced its future, including a stop in NL. by NL’s disabled population. INSIDE THIS WEEK 2 FROM THE ARCHIVES 34 YOUNG ISLANDERS 48 GET PUZZLED! HERALD Q&A Celebrating our past Ferryland Lighthouse Picnics Train your brain Kim Mitchell delves into the de- 3 WAIT TILL I TELLS YA 38 NEWS IN PERSPECTIVE 52 ON THE SCENE tails of his lengthy career, plus his Cheaters never win ...? A sign of the times 2015 George Street Festival love for this province. 4 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 39 NEWS IN BRIEF 54 JOURNEY NOW AVAILABLE Publish or perish NTV.ca News Live at Mile One ONLINE! 8 PEOPLE 40 CRIME FLASHBACK 56 HOT TICKETS Local and Hollywood celebs Superman complex What’s new in theatres 14 INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE 43 GHOST STORY 57 TV WEEK Megan Glover The clock The best on TV this week 17 COVER STORY 43 HOROSCOPE 94 HERALD BOOK BONUS Elvis Life according to the stars The Success Principles 22 THE HERALD’S Q&A 44 A FINE OL’ SCOFF 95 COMICS Kim Mitchell Barbecued Pizza The Herald’s Funny Pages 24 EASTBOUND HOEDOWN 45 SOAP TALK 100 KIDS’ CORNER Lynyrd Skynard Daytime’s hottest topics Activities, art work, puzzles 30 SPECIAL FEATURE 46 POSITIVE PARENTING 101 SCENES OF NL Tina O’Brien Gaming systems Readers submit their photos 104 LAST LAUGH Tickle your funnybone THIS WEEK’S HERALD CONTESTS! 33 SCAVENGER HUNT 50 SUPER CASH PUZZLE 93 SNAPPY CASH PUZZLE WWW.NFLDHERALD.COM 47 BABY OF THE YEAR 93 LUCKY NUMBER 103 PHOTO CONTEST DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 1

From the Archives 37 YEARS AGO this week... Volume 69 No. 33 T his week in history, The Herald’s cover featured the recently deceased ‘King of Rock ‘N’ Roll,’ Elvis THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD. Presley. August of 1978 marked the one year an- Published by the SUNDAY HERALD LTD., niversary of the superstar celebrity’s untimely death at the 460 Logy Bay Road, St. John’s, Newfoundland. age of 42. Presley left an indelible mark on the American rock ‘n’ roll music scene and his praises are still being sung Tel.: (709) 726-7060, Fax: (709) 726-6971. today. ‘The King’ was celebrated just days ago at Chicago, Mail: P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R7. Illinois’ famous music festival Lollapalooza. Up and com- ing singer songwriter Sam Smith covered Presley’s slow E-mail: [email protected]. jam Can’t Help Falling In Love With You Entire contents copyright 2015 to audiences of over 100,000 people. Despite no longer being alive © The Newfoundland Herald. All rights reserved. to create music, ‘The King’ pulled in $55 million as of 2011, making him the 2nd top earning dead celebrity, according to Forbes. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: In Newfoundland and Labrador – 26 issues for $44.27 + HST, 52 issues Elvis Presley is the 2nd top earning dead celebrity, topped (1 year) for $82.63 + HST. Call 1-800-901-4901. only by Michael Jackson – Presley’s daughter’s ex-hubby. PUBLISHING CREED 27 YEARS AGO this week... “If you abuse POWER you lose it, This week in history, The Herald cover featured Mary Beth But if you do not use POWER Evans of Days of Our Lives. Evans began playing the role you also lose it.” of Kayla Brady back in 1986. She still portrays Kayla, who has had many different last names including Brady, John- Publisher: The Sunday Herald Ltd. son and Johnson Brady. Her character’s most recent ap- G.W. Stirling pearance on Days of Our Lives was in June of 2015. Founder: G. Scott Stirling In local news, the Canada Employment and Immigration Council released a report stating that Newfoundland Cover Editor: Pam Pardy-Ghent needed 70,000 more jobs to bring the province up to na- tional standards. Managing Editor: Elsewhere, Hugh Hefner of Playboy fame was set to get hitched to Staff Writers: Dillon Collins, Wendy Rose Playboy bunny Kim Conrad. The 62-year-old businessman pro- Shannon Cleary posed to the 26-year-old at the Playboy wishing well. Art Director: Graphic Artists: Laurene Slaney, Tara Yetman Long term solutions to turn NL’s economy around included Contributing Photographers: Sara Rostotski, establishing a private venture capital investment company. Bud Gaulton, Aamie Gillam Guy Davis, 7 YEARS AGO this week... Contributing Writers: Danette Dooley, Jim Furlong, This week in history, The Herald cover featured the one Gina Gill, Sarah Jane Sheppard and only ‘King of Rock ‘N’ Roll,’ Elvis Aaron Presley. His Danny Bulanadi music career began in 1954 in Memphis, Tennessee. He Contributing Artist: Gary Oliver passed away in 1977 at the age of 42 and was buried at Graceland, also in Memphis, Tennessee. Sales/Circulation Manager: 570-5246 In local news, residents of the town of Gambo were re- covering following a flash flood that forced nearly 2,000 Sales Representatives: Pam Wall: 570-5205 residents out of their homes. It was estimated that at least Stephanie Boland: 570-5215 60 millimetres of rain fell in a period of Jackie Sparkes-Arnold: 570-5263 just over one hour. Judy Furlong Elsewhere, actress Christina Applegate was diagnosed with breast Circulation Coordinator: Ron Sparkes cancer. The then-36-year-old star had coincidentally already agreed to participate in the Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) telethon. Chief Financial Officer: Brenda Hussey To date, the Stand Up To Cancer telethon has raised more Credit Manager: than $260 million for SU2C’s cancer research programs. Operations: Adele Burton, Roberta Noseworthy Mike Greenland 2 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015 Promotion: PUBLICATIONS MAIL AGREEMENT NO. 0040012044 REGISTRATION NO. 09027 RETURN UNDELIVERABLE ITEMS TO: THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD P.O. BOX 2015, ST. JOHN’S, NL, A1C 5R7 DISTRIBUTORS: St. John’s, Mount Pearl, 570-5246; Bayden Bown, Burin Peninsula, 279-0269; Wade Morgan, Trinity-Conception, 786-2539; Diane Arnold, Clarenville/Bonavista, 677-2702; Allan Miles, Grand Falls/Windsor, 535-0290; John Morgan, Placentia, 227-2622; Bruce Hulan, Stephenville, 645-2309; Ron Downey, Corner Brook/Deer Lake/ Pas- adena, 632-5918; Tina Foley, Gander, 256-3853 ISDN 0824-3581 We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada. Nous reconnaissons l’appui financir du gouvernement du Canada.

WAIT TILL I TELLS YA EDITORIAL BY: PAM PARDY-GHENT CHEATERS NEVER WIN ...? T he federal election is on. Bring on the Up! No! Down! polling results and attack ads we heard of had one missy getting it on with someone other than love to hate. Who’da thunk now was such a her spouse in the front porch of grand time to giv’er? Disgraced senator Mike Duffy’s her saltbox, door barred expertly with a filled scrub- trial is still on the go, and while not as scandalous as bin’ bucket. When anyone inside the shut off kitchen we had hoped, it may still be a distraction. inquired; “What’s with all the grunting’ maid?’ mis- sus would breathlessly reply; “LIFE IS SHORT ...” “Just gettin’ the corners!!’ There seems dirt to toss this election. Tisk tisk. Finger wag. HEROES & ICONS Dirty look. And, while I’m at it, Our heroes and icons do it stones thrown, though admit- too. Tiger Woods with many, tedly from a house composed of actor Ben Affleck with the nan- incredibly fragile glass. Ashley ny, even ‘The King’ was said to Madison, the controversial site have had a long term on the side which encourages potential sub- romance with Ann-Margret, scribers to cheat with the catchy his Viva Las Vegas co-star. slogan, “Life is short. Have an NTV.CA PHOTO But back to those Ottawa affair,” came into the spotlight Chances are good MP Scott Andrews, will dwellers. Chances are good in the otherwise cool month of run as an independent this time around MP Scott Andrews, one of two July after hackers threatened to ... he has a great chance of heading back Liberal MPs turfed from the expose philandering users. Two Liberal caucus last year amid al- names of the 37 million+ users to Ottawa should he decide to run. legations of sexual misconduct, has been released and while one media outlet tracked will run as an independent this time around. As a down one leaked client, they decided not to publicly tuned-in Riding livyer, looks like he has a chance of name the individual, claiming it felt wrong to mess heading back to Ottawa should he run. Besides his up an otherwise non-public man’s life. But those rep as a great constituency guy, all the crazy we-don’t- “stay quiet” decisions may not be made by all media want-Ches-Crosbie-on-our-team Conservative crap in all cases. Why? Turns out there’s nearly 190,000 hasn’t hurt his chances. Could a strong NDP candi- Ashley Madison users in Ottawa. Meaning rough- date toss Andrews from his perch? In the 2011 election ly one in five residing in this country’s capital cheat, the NDP candidate received 5,172 votes to Andrews’ or are at least looking for a casual hook-up. There’s 16,021. The Liberal fella? Well, Andrews is pretty con- sure to be some high profile folk, politicians includ- nected, and while no doubt controversial, he’s still in- ed, among them. Do voters care? Or has cheating be- credibly well liked and respected. There’s also a sense come an almost comedic politician expectation? that Andrews and his family were somewhat “hard “If you live in Ottawa, look to your left, look to your done by” and abandoned by Justin Trudeau and right . . . both of those people are on AshleyMadison. Andrews’ former political family during the whole or- com, and so are you,” joked Comedian John Oliver. deal. Who knows the way this cookie will crumble - Funny, right? Laugh, but rest assured – you folk wear- besides the potential for being messy, that is. ing lily white britches – Ottawa dwellers wouldn’t be As for cheaters and would be cheaters? Woods cheating alone. Not by a long shot. seems to have bounced back nicely, Affleck still has Affairs happen everywhere. Heck, otherwise pris- his Oscar, and Presley will always be King. The rest tine outport Newfoundland has livyers willing to try their best not to toss too many stones, so none get down a pair of step’ns for a bit on the side. One tale I tossed right back. Pam Pardy Ghent, The Herald’s Managing Editor, can be reached by emailing [email protected] DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 3

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Letters to THE EDITOR HEALTH CANADA’S KILL PILL Dear Editor, babies) and 58 ectopic pregnancies from the drug. It Pro-Life NL expresses its great disappointment also reported 2,207 adverse effects. Of the mothers with Health Canada and Conservative Health Minis- who experienced physical problems, 612 required ter Rona Ambrose over the announcement that RU- hospitalization. 486, the kill pill, will be made available in Newfound- Since a mere fraction of the complications are land and Labrador and throughout Canada. ever reported, the numbers could be significantly RU-486, the abortion higher. Theses complications pill, does nothing to limit could involve severe bleeding, the number of abortions. severe infections, sepsis and In fact, it will very like- death. ly have the opposite effect RU-486 is of particular by adding to the current concern in Newfoundland annual death toll of over and Labrador given our ge- 100,000 abortions in Can- ography and accessibility to ada with 1,000 of those be- health care services. ing in Newfoundland and Mothers are expected to Labrador. take the kill pill at home and The new abortions will potentially alone. They could be done with the moth- live in rural areas hours away er being potentially home from the nearest available alone without anyone there doctor or adequate emergen- to assist in an emergency, cy room. the equivalent to the pro- Pro-Life NL adds its voice to countless others in However, given the nature verbial back alley. Canada calling upon the Conservative Govern- of the kill pill, precautions RU-486 is no different should be took and medical in principle than induced ment ... to immediately nil the kill pill. follow up should be required surgical abortion as it still kills an innocent preborn and be easily accessible. baby. The only real practical difference is with the Pro-Life NL adds its voice to countless others in method ... The chemical method of the kill pill de- Canada calling upon the Conservative Government prives the baby of nutrition, starves the baby to death to use its powers under the federal Food and Drug and she/he detaches from the uterine wall. The baby Act and Regulations to immediately nil the kill pill. is then expelled with powerful contractions and can It then needs take measures to leave the company of be seen by the mother who is left to mourn. China and North Korea, the only other nations with- Like traditional abortion, RU-486 is not without out any legal restrictions on abortion, and actually risks. In 2011, the US Food and Drug Administration support mothers. reported at least 14 deaths (other than the preborn — Patrick Hanlon, Pro-Life NL DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 5

Letters to THE EDITOR CRIME & ‘PUNISHMENT’ Dear Editor, After Sandra Bland was found hanging in her jail cell from an ap- parent suicide, her mental health immediately became the focal point of discussion by police and the me- dia. According to law enforcement, Bland had attempted suicide within the past year, but was no longer sui- cidal. As recently as October, she’d listed herself as suffering from de- pression. Marijuana was also found in her system, though that only in- dicates she had made use of it within the previous month. Bland’s mental health is relevant Sandra Bland’s mental health is relevant in the investigation of her killing. But too often, law enforcement uses a victim’s alleged men- in the investigation of her killing. But too often, law enforcement uses tal illness as a diversion from the underlying killing — even in a victim’s alleged mental illness as a diversion from the underlying kill- cases that don’t involve suicide. ing – even in cases that don’t involve suicide. In the ensuing mayhem, McKenna was repeatedly Take the chillingly similar case of Natasha shot with a stun gun and was manhandled so bad- McKenna in Fairfax County, Virginia. McKenna ly that she had two black eyes and an amputated fin- was being transported from an Alexandria jail by ger. These would be McKenna’s final memories, as six officers, her arms and legs shackled, when she she lost consciousness and died days later in hospital apparently panicked and began acting erratically. care. Her official cause of death was listed as “excited Kevin and Shawn Schuck of Wickenburg, Arizona and Russ and Paula Adam of St. John’s, Newfoundland are delighted to announce the engagement of their children, Hannah Marie Schuck and Luke John Adam. Luke plays hockey with the NY Rangers and Hannah is a medical aesthetician. The wedding will take place at a vineyard in Niagara on the Lake in the summer of 2016. Maternal grandparents are Joyce and the late Geoff Stirling of Newfoundland and Arizona, and Jackye and Leon Powell and the late Kent Schuck of Wickenburg, Arizona. Paternal grand- parents are Eleanor and Eddie Vatcher of Torbay, Newfoundland and Rita and Norm Adam of Windsor, Ontario. Craig Cutler photo www.craigcutler.photoshelter.com 6 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

Letters to THE EDITOR Neither McKenna’s schizophrenia, bipolar disor- der, nor her “excited delirium” killed her. Police officers beating and shocking her into a coma did. delirium associated with physical restraint includ- Bland is reduced to a suicidal time bomb as a means ing use of conductive energy device. Contributing: of excusing the malicious behavior of law enforce- Schizophrenia and Bi-Polar Disorder.” No officer or ment. She becomes a pure psychiatric object, devoid institution has been held responsible. of social context, divorced from her very real, hu- It’s clear McKenna’s death was no accident, just man and warranted distress. as a woman who dies as a result of her husband beat- We must question the narratives manufac- ing her is no accident. McKenna’s physical condition tured by institutions like the media, police, and leaves no doubt that her killers were out of control. their abettors in the medical establishment. Bland’s The coroner’s report is mis- and McKenna’s killers wish leading in its tortured formal- to maintain an image of ster- ity. Neither McKenna’s schizo- ile objectivity who had no phrenia, bipolar disorder, nor choice but to do what they her “excited delirium” killed did in just the way they did it. her. Police officers beating and There are so many other vic- shocking her into a coma did. tims of the state whose men- Regardless of whether or not tal health is used against them. the coroner’s report was delib- Unfortunately, the mainstream erately written to confuse, it’s take on mental illness is that it certainly being used by defend- is an internally self-perpetuat- ers of McKenna’s killers to ob- ing phenomenon, rather than scure what actually happened. The mainstream take on mental illness is one shaped in part by external It was her own deranged mind, that it is an internally self-perpetuating social realities. her excited, irrational mental phenomenon, rather than one shaped in The actions of police of- state, which killed her. It’s as ficers killed Bland and if her own body turned on her, part by external social realities. McKenna. It’s insulting to causing an uncontrollable death spiral, which police them to pretend that their psychological states were could do little to control. Her status as a psychiatric somehow contributing factors. Absent their encoun- case is used as a weapon against her. ters with police, both women would still be alive. It The same goes for Sandra Bland, whose death is time to strike at the roots of police subjugation, cannot and should not be separated from the cir- the sinister criminal justice system and its continued cumstances that led to her arrest. Was it Bland’s as- use of psychiatry to justify, conceal and perpetuate sault and kidnapping by a police officer that led her injustice. to her death? No, it was her longstanding depression. — Ryan Calhoun PUBLISH-OR-PERISH Disclaimer: Opinions and letters published in The Herald are not necessarily the views of the Editor, or Publisher. The Herald reserves the right to edit or omit copy, in accordance with our Send your letter to the Herald: P.O. Box 2015, St. John’s NL, A1C 5R7 policies. Letters to the Editor must be attributed with a name, address and contact phone num- ber – names and town of origin will be printed, or may be withheld at the editor’s discretion. E-MAIL: [email protected] H NfldHerald.com DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 7

PEOPLE! PAGE: PAGE: 11 13 LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL CELEBRITY NEWS JIM MORRISON JANICE JOPLIN JIMI HENDRIX THE ‘27 CLUB’ REMEMBERED “The 27 Club” is a group of the world’s most influential rock musicians that died at the tender young age of 27. RUDY LEWIS I n the vein of Elvis and those artists ‘gone BRIAN JONES too soon,’ The Herald examined one of music’s most nefarious urban legends. Taking top prize in the category of ‘club you most definitely don’t want to join’ is the infa- mous ‘27 Club,’ aptly titled to reflect the un- fortunate passing of some of music’s most gifted artists, all at the much-too-young age of 27. The term ‘27 Club’ didn’t gain much traction until the early 1970s. In the de- cade preceding it the likes of Hall of Fame Drifters frontman Rudy Lewis and Rolling Stones founding member Brian Jones passed at 27, but in a three year peri- od between 1970-73, the whole idea would gain significant momentum. Iconic Doors frontman Jim Morrison, Amy Winehouse died at 27, a fate she once admitted was a legitimate fear to her given her turbulent lifestyle. HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH 8 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald PEOPLE! KURT COBAIN “IT’S BETTER TO BURN OUT THAN TO FADE AWAY” CHRIS PINE JOINS WONDER WOMAN Kurt Cobain, the man credited with the rising of the grunge revolution would take his life in 1994. H ailing all comic fans! Captain Kirk has joined the DC Cinematic Universe. Chris psychedelic soul songstress Janis Pine, most notably known for his role in Joplin, Grateful Dead found- the rebooted Star Trek film series as Captain James er Ron ‘Pigpen’ McKernan and T. Kirk, has recently been announced as signing the greatest guitarist of our time a multi-film contract to enter the DC Cinematic Jimi Hendrix all passed away at Universe, beginning in the upcoming 2017’s Wonder 27. Decades later, Kurt Cobain, Woman. Pine will play the film’s male lead, that of the man credited with the rising Wonder Woman’s oft love interest Steve Trevor. of the grunge revolution, would RON MCKERNAN take his life in 1994, at age 27. The Wonder Woman charac- ter, played by Fast & Furious’s Tormented yet talented soul sensation Amy Gal Gadot, is scheduled to Winehouse would succumb to alcohol poisoning be introduced to the DCU some 11 years later. She died at 27, a fate she once ad- in next year’s Batman mitted was a legitimate fear to her, given her turbu- vs. Superman: Dawn of lent lifestyle. Justice. Hopefully, the ‘27 Club’ is a figment of the rock ‘n’ roll bogyman, and that media headlines and obit- The DCU has been uaries will be bare of the grim sentiment for the fore- firing on all cylinders seeable future. as of late, locking up big — DC name actors in an effort to combat rival Marvel, The members of the ‘27 Club’ achieved so much in singing on the likes of their short lives. They invented genres, pioneered Will Smith, Jared Leto, performances and musical techniques and influ- Ben Affleck and Margot enced millions of people and generations of music. Robbie to their ever ex- panding cinematic DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com universe. — DC AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 9

PEOPLE! NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald ON THE SCENE MORE ON PAGE 52-53! BUD GAULTON PHOTOS ‘BLUE’ ON GEORGE! B lue Rodeo never disappoint their fans and their George Street Festival showcase on and the crowd went WILD! August 5 was absolutely no exception! This writer, who grew up on Blue Rodeo’s early The beloved country rock band albums, was happy to hear hits like Five Days in May, opened up their set with Head Til I Am Myself Again, Hasn’t Hit Over Heels from their massive Me Yet and Try. The band spaced 1993 album Five Days in July out their oldies with newer tunes, much to the crowd’s delight. Blue Rodeo ended things off by bring- ing Alan Doyle to the stage to sing Lost Together, before returning for a three song encore after their killer set ended. The sold-out show was filled with fans belting the lyrics, arms and foam hands waving in sync in the crowd. What a way to end #GSF2015! — WR Special guest Alan Doyle joined Blue Rodeo on George Street during their August 5 show. 10 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

PEOPLE! FAREWELL, CHRIS HYNDMANNFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald N ewfoundland has lost an icon this week, as Chris Hyndman memorial. television personality Chris Hyndman has passed away. with Steven and Chris and most recently, an af- Hyndman was found in an alley beneath his ternoon talk show titled Steven and Chris. apartment in Toronto without vital “He was the most incredible human being and signs in the late evening of August 3. His mother, Glenda Hyndman, best son you could ever have,” his believes her son fell to his death mother told the me- while sleepwalking, some- dia. “I think his light thing he was known to do quite was so bright it just frequently. ... it just burned out.” Our sincer- Hyndman, who was born in est condolences Ottawa, Ontario but raised in to Hyndman’s Paradise, was best known for his family and television show, So Chic with Steven friends. —WR and Chris, in which Hyndman starred with his husband, Steve Sabados. The pair has been to- gether since 1988, going public with their re- lationship in 2007. Hyndman had roles in Designer Guys, Design Rivals, So Chic DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 11

PEOPLE! NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald REMEMBERING RODDY PIPER T he wrestling world lost one of its greats on and roll, it’s wonderful.’ It’s got no exit plan,” July 30, when Roderick George “Roddy” Piper said in the interview. “What would Toombs, best known by his ring name you have me do at 49 when my pension “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, passed away at the plan, I can’t take out until I’m 65. age of 61. The Canadian wrestler, ac- I’m not gonna make 65 – let’s tor and podcast host suffered a face facts, guys.” heart attack while sleeping in his During his lengthy Hollywood, California home on career, he was named Thursday, July 31. His body was Intercontinental found the next day. Champion, World Tag Team Champion, “Rowdy” Roddy Piper WCW U.S. strangely seems to have predict- Champion and in- ed his death twelve years ago, ducted into the WWE telling HBO Sports that he be- Hall of Fame in 2005. lieved he would never live to see Our deepest condolenc- the age of 65. “Wrestling has a tre- es to his many fans, family mendous entrance plan. You come members and friends. —WR in and it’s ‘Boy here you are. It’s rock 12 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

NFLDherald.com @TheNfldHerald H facebook.com/nfldherald PEOPLE! NTV.CA PHOTOS Triple Crown Winners: Max Girls 1 and Toyota Plaza are the women’s and men’s champions, respectively. TRIPLE CROWN REGATTA! 197TH RUNNING OF THE ROYAL ST. JOHN’S REGATTA T he sun was shining, the sky was blue There were Triple Crown winners in both the and the crowd was thick, as peo- men’s and women’s championship rac- ple flocked to Quidi Vidi Lake es Wednesday at this year’s Regatta. Max in St. John’s to watch the 197th Royal St. Arts, Athletics and Wellness swept the John’s Regatta. men’s titles at Placentia, Harbour Grace and Royal St. John’s Regattas, while If you weren’t there for the races, Roebothan, McKay and Marshall com- you were there for the endless games of pleted the hat trick on the women’s side. chance, raffles, delicious food or the very The 197th Royal St. John’s Regatta was full beer tent. Spirits, like the tempera- an overwhelming success and a barrel of tures, were running high and every face fun! See ya on the lake next year! was plastered with a smile. — WR DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 13

INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE STORY: GINA GILL PHOTOS: SUBMITTED “EMBRACE THE DIFFERENCES” M egan Glover would probably describe her- self as a typical 16-year-old who enjoys called a little chicken arm because it was tight to her chest,” her mother recalled. “When she was a little time with her family, plays basketball, over two, she couldn’t wiggle her toes, her left foot indulges in extracurricular activities and attends wasn’t the same as her right and she walked on her high-school. However, when it comes to Megan, tippy toes and a leg discrepancy – her left leg was there is a lot more than meets shorter than her right.” the eye. She has gone above After a lengthy diagnosis, and beyond what is expect- Megan and her family used ed of the average teenager, their energy to help make the even when her circumstanc- best of their new situation. es were considered more than With a lot of therapy, Megan challenging. learned how to walk at nine months old and has managed A HARD START to do a lot more than ever When Megan was only a expected. week and a half old, she was admitted to the hospital. She FUTURE PLANS started having seizures and The 16-year-old plans to it was determined she had a attend Memorial University blood clot and a bleed at the after high school and she same time, making it diffi- hopes to be a social worker, a cult to treat both. “It was hard (Pictured: Megan with Séan McCann) well-fitted decision based on to deal with. When they told her life experiences so far. us in the hospital they didn’t “Just because you may have a disability When Megan was nine, know if she would make it doesn’t mean you aren’t able to do the things she volunteered with the and they said to call a cler- that other people do ... Don’t give up.” Heart and Stoke Foundation gy, that was the worst feel- in Kitchener, Ontario, where ing,” Megan’s mother Brenda — Megan Glover she was born. Glover said. “When they told us a week later, it was “Around that time, I was having seizures again going to be OK but they did not know her quality of and it was difficult because I was having a tough life at that point, we didn’t care. As long as she was time in school. I found talking really helpful and it breathing, that’s all that mattered to us.” was my therapy. A lot of people don’t understand At the time, it was determined that Megan suf- and that’s why they tease and are mean about it,” fered from a stroke and was diagnosed with a blood said Megan. “I figured, the more people know, the disorder and later at better it will be for future. It was good to know that two years old, her par- people were getting to know about all these different ents were told she has things about me, it made me feel better. Just talking Cerebral Palsy. about it really helped.” “We didn’t know After moving to Newfoundland in 2011, Megan if it was a side effect went to Easter Seals and found a lot of comfort there. from the CP or stroke, “Easter Seals is my second home. It’s important for but she had what we me to give back to them for all they have done and “Easter Seals is my second home.  It’s important for me to give back to them for all they have done and for all they will continue to do for me and persons with disabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador.” — Megan Glover 14 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE: MEGAN GLOVER Megan asked Jon Pike of Newfoundland’s band Everglow to help form a team (Easter Seals Drop Zone) ... and he immediately agreed and they called themselves EverGlover. (Pictured: Megan with Everglow and Travis Pickett) for all they will continue to do for me and persons K.T.M’S PHOTOGRAPHY with disabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador,” she said of the institute. of the event. “Justin is my inspiration and role mod- el.  It’s because of him that I sing. Justin gave me my She enjoyed the programs offered, especially voice.” wheelchair basketball, which she continues to play with the association. She has been to two National FOREVER DAUNTLESS camps and was invited to the National camp to try out for the Women’s U25 team. Megan hosted the event again this year and do- nated the majority of the approximately $4,000 “I was only 15 and was also the youngest at the raised to Easter Seals. The event’s theme this year camp. I didn’t feel ready and I would be missing a lot was Forever Dauntless, which is also the name of of school. It would have been difficult to catch up, so Megan’s original song, which she performed that unfortunately, I had to decline,” Megan said. night. “That was the headliner of this year’s concert. As I wrote it, I realized how much it reflected me and 2014 AMBASSADOR how it resembled my life. That was crazy to figure out,” the singer said. She hopes to one day record the Her experience with Easter Seals does not end song and have the proceeds go to Easter Seals. there – she was the 2014 Ambassador for the as- sociation and last year, she was involved with the The concert also featured Everglow, Brianna fundraiser Drop Zone, even though she was not old Gosse and Rex Goudie, to name a few of the enough to scale down Atlantic Place. performers. She asked Jon Pike of Newfoundland’s band Both concerts donated some of the proceeds to Everglow to help form a team and he immediately Free the Children, a campaign dear to Megan’s heart. agreed and they called themselves ‘EverGlover.’ Free the Children is an international charity that en- courages children to enable change. One of the many “She wanted to show that you don’t have to be 18 programs they provide is helping schools across the or 19 to participate. You can be a supporter or ally world become We Act School too,” explained Brenda. structures that support inter- national and local charities and Two years ago, Megan started a music con- fund-raise to help built schools cert to help raise money for different organizations. in less fortunate areas, tackle Inspired by her voice coach, Justin Nurse, who said Megan has a voice that could change the world, she decided to use her talents to help others. Along with her sister Celia’s help and Justin’s support, Megan’s Night of Music had its first show- ing two years ago. “Justin encouraged me to organize a big concert and raise money. It was a big dream and that actual- ly happened,” Megan said “Justin (Nurse) encouraged me to organize a big concert and raise money. It was a big dream and that actually happened. Justin is my inspiration and role model.  It’s because of him that I sing. Justin gave me my voice.” — Megan Glover DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 15

INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE: MEGAN GLOVER “We went to We Day last year in Halifax and it was a really great experience. They did their campaign launch tour in St. John’s last year and they asked me to be a student speaker.” — Megan Glover environmental issues, campaigns the teacher leader, with Megan becoming a student for clean water and so much more. leader. THE WE PROGRAM “I will be pretty busy with that next year but it will be a lot of fun. I am hoping someday all the St. Peter’s Junior High was the only known school involved in the schools in town will be We Act Schools,” We Program in Newfoundland said the student. “We are hoping to con- and Labrador when Megan at- nect different groups and get them more tended the school. She was excit- involved and volunteer a bit more. I would ed to get on board. It had been her love to travel to many of the underdevel- dream since she was in grade seven to be involved oped countries supported by Free the with Free the Children. Children to volunteer and try to make a difference and offer hope to the people “We went to We Day last year in Halifax and it that really need it.” was a really great experience. They did their cam- paign launch tour in St. John’s last year and they UROCK AWARD IN 2015 asked me to be a student speaker,” Megan said. “They have so many things on the go. They empow- Megan’s efforts have not gone unno- er young people to get involved and help developing ticed; she won the URock award in 2015 countries in their time of need and to create positive for her contributions to the community. social change. There is no greater award than giving Megan has a lot of support from her family, back and it’s the best feeling in the world.” friends, boyfriend Joel and the many people she has worked with in the past. She is not sure how she bal- Next year, Megan’s High School O’Donel will be ances it all but her mom said sometimes they have to a We Act School. The principal gave the go ahead be- schedule dates for her with her boyfriend. Megan en- fore exams and Megan’s geography teacher will be courages everyone to help out if they can and never feel limited, no matter what the circumstances. “Just because you may have a disability doesn’t mean you aren’t able to do the things that other peo- ple do,” she said. “You may have to find a different way, but you are still able to do it. Don’t give up. It’s also message for those who pick on people with dis- abilities, see not the difference but see how you are similar. Embrace the differences.” Do you know an inspirational person we should profile? Email: [email protected] 16 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

STORY BY: DILLON COLINS COVER STORY 38 years after the passing of Elvis Aaron Presley, the music industry still searches for the ‘next one,’ though replacing ‘The King’ proves an impossibility. ‘IT’ is that special undefinable intangible that sep- arates superstars from the masses. It has been studied, scrutinized and obsessed over for gen- erations, and despite being pawed at, scraped and wished for with clenched fists by some of the greatest minds, movers and shakers of our time, It is beyond replication. You cannot mass-manufacture or dice up and duplicate what you are not born and endowed with. On the morning of January 8th, 1935, in a single-storied, two-room shotgun house in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis Aaron Presley was born with a handsome helping of It. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 17

COVER STORY: ELVIS AARON PRESLEY GRACELAND Elvis’s pelvis ushered in an age of sex appeal and flash that can be credited to all future trappings of Elvis’ home-base of ‘Graceland,’ the outlandish the music industry. mansion that housed the icon for two plus decades, was paid for in 1957 for the sum of $102,500. The THE BOY WHO BECAME KING property includes a ‘jungle room,’ which includes an indoor waterfall and racquetball court. The site That baby boy would grow to become a man, a is now visited by some 600,000 fans yearly since his man who’d become a ‘King,’ who would not only be- death. ‘Graceland’ was inherited by Presley’s daugh- come the poster-boy for the new wave of the surg- ter, Lisa Marie Presley, at 25-years old. ing rock ‘n’ roll era, but perhaps unknowingly at the time, would stand as a walking incarnation of a once-in-a-generation talent, the likes of which we may never see again. Presley’s meteoric rise to super-stardom has been well chronicled in the years since his untimely 18 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

COVER STORY: ELVIS AARON PRESLEY SGT. PRESLEY passing in August of 1977, a by-product of a life- At the height of Elvis’s style as large, lived and legendary as the man him- game in December of 1957, he self. But as multiply-stated as it has been in the 38 was drafted into the U.S. mil- years since Elvis abruptly ‘exited stage left,’ overstat- itary, being inducted into the ing and perhaps over-saturating the market with all Army as a private in March things ‘King’ is just a trickle effect of how impres- of 1958, amid a torrent of me- sive and impossibly famous the man was. It cannot dia coverage. In September of be defined in layman’s terms. that year, Private Presley was shipped out on assignment WHAT MAKES A LEGEND? to Friedberg, West Germany with the Third Armored Division, serving as a So that brings us to the million dollar, gold-plat- jeep driver. Presley was honourably discharged ed question: What makes a legend? More specifically, from active duty in March of 1960, having by then achieving the rank of Sergeant. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com KING’S GOLD Elvis Presley’s love of food is as legendary as the music that elevated him to super-stardom. One par- ticular legendary tale of ‘The King’s’ culinary ex- ploits defies imagination. It is said that upon hear- ing of the dish ‘Fool’s Gold’ (hollowed out bread loaf with two full jars of peanut butter, jam and 1 pound of bacon), he and his pals in Memphis boarded his private jet and flew two hours to Denver, paying a cabbie to pick up and return 22 of the delicacies, which they then devoured. AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 19

COVER STORY: ELVIS AARON PRESLEY HAIL TO THE KING BABY! KARATE KING The man Little Richard dubbed a ‘blessing’ and for- mer United States President Jimmy Carter cited Despite all evidence to the contrary as changing ‘the face of American popular culture, to suggest that Elvis lacked in physical Presley personified cool before ‘cool’ was a widely stamina and know-how, ‘The King’ was strewn about term. a self-described karate nerd. Presley was first introduced to karate while what makes Elvis Presley legendary. Consider this in the army in Germany. He trained when pondering the latter – Presley has been con- with Kenpo master Ed Parker for years, sistently refereed as a cata- achieving the rank of seventh degree lyst for the rock ‘n’ roll boom black belt by 1972. His gusto for the sport was so in the 1950s and 60s. The large that he even planned on filming a documen- man Little Richard dubbed tary in 1974, before changing his mind. a ‘blessing’ and former 20 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015 United States President Jimmy Carter cited as changing ‘the face of American popu- lar culture, Presley personified cool before ‘cool’ was a widely strewn about term. Elvis and his pelvis ushered in an age of sex appeal and

COVER STORY: ELVIS AARON PRESLEY It was the man’s ability, to grow and cultivate an image, which spiraled into a social movement, that makes Elvis Presley so damned impressive. flash that can be credited to all future trappings of the music industry. Without the swagger, swing and sweat of ‘The King,’ we would have no Taylor Swift or Bruno Mars types to fill up hours upon hours of ra- dio. Grown women, professional women and teen- age dreamers longed and lusted after him, swoon- ing and sobbing over his insatiable aura. Likewise, grown men secretly – and sometimes not so secretly – envied and emulated him. He was the ‘one that you want’ long before Greased Lightning hit the airwaves. THE GAME CHANGER album sales, the 110 gold, platinum and multi-platinum records and the distinc- It was the man’s ability to grow and cultivate an tion of being the best selling solo artist in image which spiraled into a the history of music. Strip away Graceland, social movement, that makes the money, the prestige. He changed pop- Elvis Presley so damned im- ular culture. Who in our time, today, is of pressive. That is the staggering that ability? Whose shoulders can bare the weight of truth behind it all, the end-all- a new-age artistic revolution? They’d be in fine com- be-all. Change, the ability to pany, sharing court with the undisputed ‘King.’ bring about change, to re-de- fine a profession, to define a generation, is in itself worthy of ‘a place among the immortals.’ Take away the Grammys, 600 million in DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 21

THE HERALD’S ladies and having just the best time. Three lo- cals. It was awesome. Getting someone in QA& from out of town, you go away thinking good stuff. It’s all about memories man. BY: DILLON COLLINS Q Being a professional musician for the past 40 years now, having a day job since around 2004 in radio must have been a huge change for you? A It really was. I became a weekend war- rior ... It allowed me to kind of pick and choose what I want to do, gig-wise. Along with a full time career as a musician, there’s going to be filler gigs ... I don’t have to take those anymore. Shit, I think we all de- serve that as we get a little older in life, to be able to pick and choose what we want to do and enjoy it. That’s a pretty simple outlook on life. People think that being a musician or radio announcer that that’s not working hard. There’ a craft to both of them that to do well you have to work hard at them. Q Has that full time broadcasting posi- KIM MITCHELL tion given you a higher appreciation for the live performance now, when you do Chart-topping Canadian rocker Kim Mitchell returns to get to perform live? Newfoundland for the 2015 Humber Arm South Bayfest, A Oh totally. It’s awesome. The high that I get from playing ... I sort of go back to being a teenager and I think most musi- but not before tackling our Q&A. cians get into it as youngsters. For me, it was like ‘This is a cool way to pickup chicks.’ Q This is the first time in quite a few years Now they’re all gone, so all that’s left to do is enjoy you’ve been to Newfoundland. The last time the music. I definitely have a greater appreciation for must have been with your former band Default? playing live now and I savour those moments. I’m more focused and the band is way better and it’s A Yeah, it’s definitely my first time as a solo artist. more inspirational for me. People may think that it’s I think I won my first Juno there in 2002-3. Just that whole side of the country is just gorgeous. I the opposite, that after 40 years you’re kind of phon- love it out there. Winter I’ll avoid, but I love that way ing it in, but it’s quite the opposite now. of life out there. Laid back kind of thing going on. I I think about Qcan’t wait to get back there. how one of your Q You return to Newfoundland on August 15th biggest albums is turn- for the Humber Arm South Bayfest. You’ve ing 30 next year. That performed here numerous times over the years. must amaze you, just Have you enjoyed past visits? thinking on where the time has gone. A I have, I love playing there. What I love about it is that the total stranger in a pub, it’s almost like A It just happened they’re my neighbour all of a sudden. It happens in- and here I am. stantly. You don’t find that in other places in Canada Honestly, I’ve really en- ... It’s funny, the things you remember in your career. I joyed the ride the whole time. I don’t look at it like remember being in a pub playing pool with three ‘Where did the time go?’ I was happy to do it. I felt 22 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

“I think in life if you do something you love and do HERALD Q&A: KIM MITCHELL it well then that’s all you can expect ... It’s kind of beyond our control. People get sick and they die, or “It’s important to their career hits the dirt and you have to do some- LIVE IN THE MOMENT.” thing else. I’ve been a lucky son of a bitch.” — Kim Mitchell lucky that I was able to do two gigs. I think in life if then it ever has been ... There’s still a ton of work, still you do something you love and do it well then that’s gigs and the band’s great. I’m inspired. I completely all you can expect. However long that lasts or howev- disagree with Gene Simmons that rock is dead. er short that lasts then that’s life. It’s kind of beyond Completely disagree. Look at the Foo Fighters. our control. People get sick and they die, or their ca- They’re one of the biggest bands in the world right reer hits the dirt and you have to do something else. now and they’re just slamming it and you’re telling I’ve been a lucky son of a bitch. me rock is dead? What, are you out of your mind? Q Perhaps that’s something to revisit when your Q Obviously you have so much going on, from radio career winds down? your live shows to radio and family life. Is there anything else you’d like to do or attempt? A Yes, absolutely. I also realize that the music What’s your immediate plans? scene has changed, but it has also changed for the good. Creativity is alive and well and really vi- A I guess at my age just waking up in the morn- brant. It is so under more challenging conditions. ing is a plus. Feeling good and feeling When I became a musician, I left home and left healthy and keeping positive. Just school and made a career at 17. Who can do that try to enjoy life. I have pals who now? You have to have two other jobs. Creativity is have kicked it and I’ve seen still alive and well and there’s a passion for it. It people go down to drugs speaks to the twelve notes. Find your and cancer. It’s import- creativity in those twelve notes and ant to live in the mo- enjoy it – whatever else comes, or ment. I guess that’s not, that’s just the way it is. my biggest ca- reer aspiration Q Touching back on the music for the rest of scene, how would you de- my life, to keep scribe it today? It must be a world living in the different then when you came up? moment. And that’s easier said A It is worlds different, but the only than done. place it’s different is in record sales and the way music is AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 23 consumed. That’s the only difference. To quote Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones he said ‘You know, there’s actu- ally only a couple of al- bums that we actually made money on.’ It’s all about live. My career has always been about play- ing live and it has always been really healthy. As a matter of fact, in the last de- cade it has been healthier DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com

MUSIC SPOTLIGHT STORY: DILLON COLLINS PHOTOS: SUBMITTED AUG. 21-22, 2015 AVAONDALE ,NL 2015 EASTBOUND HOEDOWN Legendary southern rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd co-headline the stacked lineup at the 2015 Eastbound Hoedown Music Festival this August at the Eastbound Park in Avondale, NL T here are a handful of rock ‘n’ roll greats boys are “still alive, still unbroken.” that roll off the tongue when the ques- 17 years after rocking Paradise to the core in tion is posed of who ruled the roost during the golden age of the genre. AC/DC, Aerosmith, 1998, Skynyrd make their highly anticipated return Rolling Stones and CCR are givens, and so too is at the 2015 Eastbound Hoedown Music Festival. Jacksonville, Florida’s Lynyrd Skynyrd. While predominantly harbouring some of the finest country touring acts today, Skynyrd serves as one of STILL ALIVE, STILL UNBROKEN the two headliners for the festival’s sophomore year, a fitting reminder of the staying power, and cross- Long credited as being on the shortlist of pio- genre flexibility the band has long since embraced. neering the southern rock sub-genre, Skynyrd has undergone miraculous highs and unfathomable “I believe Lynyrd Skynyrd’s music nowadays crosses a lot of lines,” longtime bandmember Rickey lows. To quote Medlocke shared with The Herald. “For example, to- their 2009 day we’re at a festival, playing between Whitesnake chart topper, and Judas Priest. The music itself crosses a lot of lines. the good ol’ I don’t think we’re just bunched into one singular “I think there’s a lot of rock ‘n’ roll fans who happen to like country and I think its a generational thing. I think that music has become such a mixed bag of tricks.” — Bandmember Rickey Medlocke 24 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: LYNYRD SKYNYRD “I think Skynyrd’s music will be there a lot Defying the odds, Skynyrd would reassemble in longer then we are and it’s a part of history.” 1987, with Johnny Van Zant taking over lead vo- cals, a role his brother Ronnie had previously held. — Rickey Medlocke Medlocke would rejoin Skynyrd in 1996, acting as lead guitarist, a position he still holds today. thing. I can’t imagine Whitesnake or Judas Priest playing a country festival. I think that we can get “I’ve had the honour – and the utmost pleasure away with it ... I think there’s a lot of rock ‘n’ roll fans – to be able to continue Allen Collins’ (original gui- who happen to like country and I think it’s a gener- tarist) legacy,” Medlocke said about his transition ational thing. I think that music has become such a to lead guitar. “I had already played in a band with mixed bag of tricks. I would have never thought hip Allen and I respected his playing, respected his tal- hop would have wrangled its way into country but ent and he was a hell of a guitar player. To be really it has. I think for classic bands such as ourselves it’s honest with you, I think Allen was very underrated.” a great thing – it says a lot of great things about the music, for bands that can get out,” Medlocke added BIG SHOES TO FILL of the band’s staying power. “I think Skynyrd’s mu- sic will be there a lot longer then we are and it’s a Jumping in front of one of the seminal anthems part of history.” of southern rock Free Bird, Medlocke was well aware that he was filling some very big shoes in that of his FROM TRAGEDY TO TRIUMPH fallen predecessor, though he has taken on the duty Medlocke first linked up with Skynyrd in 1971 with the utmost pride, marking the number, as as a drummer, before leaving to rejoin his original crew in Blackfoot. Skynyrd would go on a 10 year hi- atus following a plane crash that trag- ically took the lives of founding mem- bers Ronnie Van Zant, Steve & Cassie Janes and assistant road manager Dean Kilpatrick. The tragedy marked an abrupt end to one of the highest chart- ing and most successful attractions of the decade, with the likelihood of a re- union in serious doubt. “I’ve had the honour, and the utmost AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 25 pleasure, to be able to continue Allen Collins’s (guitarist) legacy.” — Rickey Medlocke DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com

MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: 2015 EASTBOUND HOEDOWN LITTLE BIG TOWN Hailing from Homewood, Alabama, this “I think we’re always going to be what we are, and four piece country quartet has ce- mented themselves as one of the I think history will show that we were a great band biggest mainstream country acts of the past decade. With monster and we played great music, and our music outlived a hits Boondocks, Bring It On Home, Pontoon, Tornado, Day Drinking and lot of other bands ...” — Rickey Medlocke Girl Crush becoming radio staples – with three consecutive top three charting albums on the U.S. well as every other Skynyrd classic, with his own country charts – Little Big Town are a must hear, unique style and flair. and see, with live performances to rival any of their contemporaries today. “I’ve been playing now almost 20 years every night with the band. There’s never been one time DALLAS SMITH that I’ve said ‘I’m sick of doing this.’ It’s great music and every night it has something a little different in Parlaying a successful career as a rock frontman it that maybe the audience doesn’t notice, but we do. into a sort of second-coming as a country star, for- It keeps it fresh, keeps it alive and keeps the legacy mer Default vocalist Dallas Smith has emerged as going. I’ve had an incredible career with this band, one of the faces of Canada’s thriving country music not only in the early days playing drums, but front- scene. Smith’s successes include two acclaimed solo ing the band with the guitar,” he shared. “It’s been albums, a touring schedule that includes stints with unbelievable and it’s continuing now. We’re having a the likes of Bob Seger and Jason Aldean and the ti- great run at it, a great time at it and hopefully it will tle of ‘Most Played Country Act in Canada.’ continue for many years to come.” 26 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015 DEALING WITH DETRACTORS A band as established and ‘in the game’ as Skynyrd is bound to have its share of detractors. That comes with the territory. While Medlocke knows ‘it’s all in the game,’ he warns potential Negative Nellie’s to think long and hard before labeling the Skynyrd brand old and dated. “I take pride in what I do and the band that I play with,” Medlocke said. “I take an insult when some- one insults this band. I take it to heart and I’m ready to fight. You know what I mean? If you don’t know what you’re talking about, shut your damn mouth. That’s it. I just got to tell you, you look at a band and you look at guys who have been in it all of their life,

MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: 2015 EASTBOUND HOEDOWN 22AUG/ DAVID NAIL “All they have to do is look to bands such as our- Missouri native David Nail is one of America’s selves and just realize that what has given us lon- true up and comers in the thriving gevity is songs, great songs.” — Rickey Medlocke country market. Nail’s third studio album I’m a Fire reached #3 on the and you think about that you may not like me, but U.S. Country charts, on the heels of think about how much time and work that I’ve put the hit singles Whatever She’s Got into it, that we’ve all put into it ... If you think about and Kiss You Tonight. His 2011 sin- the time and the effort that we have put into this business, be careful what you say about us and the gle Let it Rain, topped the country charts. Nail has band that we’re in, until you stop and think about it. been twice nominated for Academy of Country Music Awards, as well as a Grammy Award for ‘DON’T CALL IT A COMEBACK’ Male Country Performance. “Here recently we’ve seen a lot of press from a LONESTAR lot of different bands. We’d see headlines in some magazine where it would say ‘Blackberry Smoke is One of the most popular country the new Lynyrd Skynyrd’ ... Another one that said acts of the 90s, Lonestar can be cred- ‘The Wild Horses are the new Lynyrd Skynyrd.’ We ited with the revival of the country see this stuff coming out and we sit around and look ballad. With #1 hit singles including at it and say ‘Really?’ The day you start playing mu- Amazed, which was the first country sic better than Lynyrd Skynyrd, I guess you can song to chart #1 on the Billboard Hot call yourself ‘the new Lynyrd Skynyrd’,” Medlocke 100 since 1983, as well as I’m Already There, My Front shared with conviction. “I’m not saying that all of Porch Looking In and Smile, the band has long since these different bands, that their music is crap. What achieved genre-wide superstar status. I’m saying is that it’s not like Lynyrd Skynyrd. They have their own thing and they’re doing their own AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 27 thing and they do great. I’m great friends with the Blackberry Smoke guys and I think it kind of em- barrassed them, somebody coming out and saying that.” Outside of comparisons to the ‘new guard’ of southern rock, controversy has tended to surround DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com

MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: 2015 EASTBOUND HOEDOWN AUG. 21, 2015 Skynyrd throughout the band’s lengthy run near the and our music outlived a lot of other bands ... We’re top of the rock realm. Again, par for the course with proud of that. We’re proud of where we came from Medlocke and crew, who take things in stride and and the things we’ve did in our life and the music try not to ruffle too many feathers. that we made and so be it.” “There’s a lot of controversy that surrounds Lynyrd Skynyrd a lot of ‘A DYING BREED’ time,” Medlocke admitted. “Here recently with the Confederate Medlocke shared that after the flag. That kind of stuff follows us band’s lengthy summer tour, they around because we’ve flown it for are formulating a plan to get years. All of a sudden these news back in the studio and pump out medias decided that Skynyrd is a a new record, the first since 2012’s band they can beat up now ... We Last of a Dying Breed. “We’ve got it kind of look at it like, hey look, we do in the plans that next year we’re go- music, we play music, we don’t do politics. We don’t ing to get together and do a new record,” get into the governmental side of stuff. We might Medlocke said. “Our idea is to go back in the stu- agree to disagree in the band, but they come after dio and formulate a record, a great Lynyrd Skynyrd us and we just think, ‘Haven’t you got anything bet- record, a real one. We’ll put it out next year and go ter to do with your time?’ I think we’re always go- back out, tour with it, have a great time and bring ing to be what we are and I think history will show the music to the people around the world ... It’s great that we were a great band and we played great music, to be able to pack your clothes up, jump on a plane and take your music to the rest of the world – and 28 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

MUSIC SPOTLIGHT: LYNYRD SKYNYRD present – have had on the music scene and pop cul- ture lore is not lost on Medlocke. At times, that im- pact transcends the confines of the business itself. “You hear stories about people losing loved ones ... We had a great football player who just passed away, who played with the Oakland Raiders. He died listening to Sweet Home Alabama,” Medlocke said before pausing. “What better statement to music is that? What better compliment is that to the writers and the people who recorded it and all of us who’ve been out playing year after year? To pass away listen- ing to your song ... That’s the last thing he heard be- fore he left this world. That’s unbe- lievable to me.” that’s what we love to do.” Being a staple of the music business, Medlocke naturally has his brain picked time to time by upstarts in the industry who are yearning for a piece of advice on how to take the next grand leap in their careers. The answer is quite simple in theory. Find your- self a song, or better yet, a ready made mon- ster hit, and the rest will follow. ‘LORD I’M COMING HOME’ “All they have to do is look to bands such as ourselves and just realize that what has given us longevity is songs, great songs,” Medlocke said. “Think about it – every song that a great band has from us, to the (Rolling) Stones, to AC/DC, Aerosmith and ZZ Top, the average person can walk down the street and can actually hear those songs in their head and actually sing them to you. Songwriting is all about just that, getting into somebody’s ear. We call it ‘earworm.’ All of a sudden, someone can walk down the street and they remember that song over and over again in their head. That is the key secret to success, creating great music,” he shared. At the end of each and every set, ev- ery media scrum or signing, the impact that Medlocke and his bandmates – both past and TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW FOR THE EVENT WHICH RUNS FROM AUGUST 21-22. Visit eastboundfestival.com for much more including scheduling and ticket purchases. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 29

SPECIAL FEATURE BY: WENDY ROSE ‘PERSONAL POWER’ Tina O’Brien’s a woman on a quest to facilitate conversation – to inspire dialogue surrounding the many daily difficulties and obstacles facing the disabled population of Newfoundland and Labrador. S outhern Shore resident Tina O’Brien, who was by often-encountered items such as heavy doors, diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 21 years ago which sometimes requires O’Brien to seek outside and uses a walker, is feeling more than a little assistance. “What I have found in my travels, of be- fed-up with the lack of accessibility in the province’s ing a fairly able disabled person, is that being assist- capital city. ed is one thing, but having things accessible is a to- tally different ball game,” she said. O’Brien was also “I’m a fairly able-bodied disabled person,” quick to note that her personality – her assertiveness O’Brien began. “I can see things with two sets of as well as her willingness to ask strangers for a help- eyes,” she said, explaining that while she is pre- ing hand – gives her advantages that others may not sented with challenges, she can overcome many of have. But like any person with a shred of indepen- the challenges faced by her peers. “I can actually dence, she’d prefer to be able to do it all on her own. get in over things – and compensate with my abil- ity – when things are not quite up to par, or ‘up to “PERSONAL POWER” code.’ I see it and feel it, because I’m a disabled per- son,” she explained, noting the difficulties posed O’Brien remarked upon “personal power,” prompting The Herald to ask what this statement means to her. “Accessibility is personal power, be- cause accessibility allows you to go on your own steam, to go wherever you wish to spend your mon- ey, wherever you wish to see a doctor, to do whatever you wish to do. Accessibility allows you, in 2015, to not make you feel like a leper, for one thing. It helps “Accessibility is personal power, because accessi- bility allows you to go on your own steam, to go wherever you wish to spend your money, wherev- er you wish to see a doctor, to do whatever you wish to do.” — Tina O’Brien 30 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

SPECIAL FEATURE: ‘PERSONAL POWER’ “With disability, a lot of times it comes with shame, because you feel like you’re not up to par, you kind of feel ‘less than’ – and when things aren’t acces- sible, you really feel ‘less than.’” — Tina O’Brien you feel the way everyone else feels,” she explained. “Personal power is the strongest way I can put it,” she added. “With disability, a lot of times it comes with shame, because you feel like you’re not up to par, you kind of feel ‘less than’ – and when things aren’t ac- cessible, you really feel ‘less than,’” O’Brien stated. Going to a hockey game or concert at Mile One is difficult for O’Brien, as the accessible parking ar- eas are located far away from the ramp she uses to enter the building. Going for a beer is near impos- sible, as there is only one accessible bar in St. John’s (Georgetown Pub.) Visiting the grocery store is a headache – items on higher shelves pose problems, as well as the distance between the cart corral and the accessible parking spaces. Now that she is keep- ing her eyes peeled for obstacles, both for personal reasons and for the safety of others, O’Brien notic- es a lot of accessibility issues around the capital city. COMMON COURTESY “Isn’t our disease or disorder enough of a burden al- ready without society saying ‘Oh no, we can’t really She went on to explain that with St. John’s be- put in this ramp,’ or ‘We really can’t put in this grip ing an older city and many rural areas being so his- toric, many places are exempt from code, giving bar.’ It’s like, ‘Are you kidding?’” — Tina O’Brien business owners and public spaces somewhat of an ‘excuse’ when it comes to their building’s inaccessi- they may be able-bodied, they would also benefit bility. It’s something that needs to be changed, espe- from the simple installation of a $20 grip bar. cially when considering our province’s aging popu- lation, O’Brien said. ‘BADGE OF HONOUR’ “The thing that really grinds me is that in 2015, When O’Brien asked the doctor if he might be baby boomers are now circling around the age of able to install a grip bar in the bathroom, he said it 70… In another few years, inaccessibility is going hadn’t been brought to his attention but he would to hit the public really hard,” O’Brien said wisely. look into it. Before O’Brien left the office, the doc- “While places can be exempt from code, common tor had emailed the landlord about the installation courtesy still exists,” she added, somewhat exas- and informed O’Brien that there would be a grip peratedly. “Have some grip bars. They’re less than bar present by the next time she visited. While this $20,” she exclaimed. Grip bars are typically placed may seem like a very small victory, for O’Brien, this in bathrooms to help those who may need assistance is a huge step forward in making the world around using a toilet or sink. For O’Brien, the installation of her more accessible. She noted that sometimes when these grip bars means complete independence when she inquires about installing devices to make plac- doing something as private as using the bathroom. es more accessible, the old “we’re exempt from code” She recently encountered difficulties at her doctor’s statement is flaunted “like a badge of honour,” she office, which is a rented property. Looking around explained, adding that common courtesy should al- the waiting room, she noted that everyone in atten- ways prevail. dance was over the age of 70, meaning that while “Isn’t our disease or disorder enough of a burden DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 31

SPECIAL FEATURE: ‘PERSONAL POWER’ “Sometimes people get offended when I say it, but … the almighty dollar shouldn’t prevail over com- mon courtesy or ‘code.’” — Tina O’Brien already without society saying ‘Oh no, we can’t re- ally put in this ramp,’ or ‘We really can’t put in this grip bar.’ It’s like, ‘Are you kidding?’” She sighed and threw out a couple expletives – a clear indication of this otherwise calm and collected woman’s complete and utter disappointment with local accessibility. O’Brien then moved onto another topic of con- cern – ramps that exist, but are unusable to people with disabilities. “Sometimes I think to myself, ‘This must just be for show,’” she said, explaining that some ramps lead up to small steps or are simply too steep to navigate. We could continue on this topic of “My life has changed so much, socially,” she said. inaccessible accessibilities for days, but we needed to “It’s all because my personal power has been robbed move on to the next topic at hand – how to rectify – not by this disease but by a society that doesn’t these situations. want to put in these simple things that could help IMPROVE ACCESSIBILITY people so much.” — Tina O’Brien Some suggestions O’Brien has includes seek- how to improve the accessibility of our province. ing the obviously educated opinions of people with “Sometimes, it’s just not worth the effort,” disabilities, when it comes to making the neces- sary changes to suit their needs. Through a passion- O’Brien said of going out to socialize or even just getting out of the house. It’s a sad statement that tugs ate conversation, we likened the situation to having at this writer’s heart strings. “My life has changed so a person close their eyes to imagine the struggles of much, socially,” she said. “It’s all because my person- a blind person – the in-depth understanding of how al power has been robbed – not by this disease but to make improvements is simply non-existent. While by a society that doesn’t want to put in these simple discussing ways to bring these issues to attention, things that could help people so much,” she said. we also talked about petitions, collecting photos of problematic ramps and other obstacles, as well as O’Brien realizes that she is just one voice and she recognizes that she’s asking for a lot of changes – but contacting MHA’s, MP’s, she is reaching out and asking for changes that will local branches of gov- benefit the disabled population who share her woes. ernment, the city of St. John’s, local town halls “Sometimes people get offended when I say it, and figureheads of lo- but … the almighty dollar shouldn’t prevail over cal organizations to learn common courtesy or ‘code.’” If you have similar concerns or wish to aid O’Brien in facilitating change, contact Tina O’Brien via email at [email protected] 32 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

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YOUNG ISLANDERS STORY BY: JESS KILFOY PROVING YOUTH IS NOT WASTED ON THE YOUNG! FERRYLAND LIGHTHOUSE PICNICS W hen the cool weather finally seems at bay each spring, I race to make a summer res- digs researching one of the earliest European colo- ervation at the Ferryland Lighthouse nies in North America. From this point, you have the option to park and walk the approximately 30 Picnics. Since its opening 13 summers ago, the minute walk to the Lighthouse, or continue driving Lighthouse Picnic has been creating amazing memo- up a cliff-side dirt road to an overflow parking area ries for its customers and bringing great attention to and reduce the walk to about 10 minutes. If you hap- the beautiful and unique details in Newfoundland as pen to be early for your reservation, I recommend well as Ferryland itself and of course, to the culinary checking out the archaeological site or taking a walk talent on our island. around the area yourself – it is truly a stunning lo- cation. Along the path to the light- house, you will find information posts about The Colony of Avalon as well as interesting notes on the Lighthouse Picnics, on top of many little scenic areas worth exploring. This path from the parking lot will take you on a route through the for- est with breathtaking ocean views LIGHTHOUSEPICNICS.CA PHOTOS and finally, to a clearing which dis- plays a perfect view of the red and Being able to take in the vast beauty of your province, white lighthouse. enjoy nature, embrace your history and enjoy a great meal all at NATURAL LANDSCAPE the same moment is a true joy. Immediately upon arrival, you It has been a standing tradition in my family for will be in awe of the relaxed nature of everyone as a number of years now to visit the Lighthouse Picnic they take in the jaw-dropping natural landscape and for a scenic summer day-trip and of course, a deli- seemingly effortless beauty of the place. Once you cious lunch. have taken in the once-in-a-lifetime views, it’s time to step inside the lighthouse. Built in the 1870s, the CULTURALLY ENRICHING lighthouse maintains its authentic design with mod- Your adventure to the Lighthouse Picnic starts ern updates involving the installation of a restaurant with a culturally enriching and consistently sce- kitchen and other modern necessities. The interior is nic drive along the Irish Loop to Ferryland. I have filled with warm, cozy wood and the scent of fresh, come so much to enjoy this drive – especially know- delicious food. In the building, they sell a multitude ing the treat that awaits me at the end of the jour- of items based on Newfoundland culture, including ney. You then arrive in the parking lot of The Colony the ever-necessary wool socks. Here, you will place of Avalon site which is a fas- your order with staff, gather a plaid blanket (one is cinating collection of re- good for 2-3 people) and receive a coloured flag that mains and archaeological will be assigned to your specific order. JESS KILFOY BIO: Jessica Kilfoy is a Newfoundland-based food enthusiast who blends her love of food and writing by reviewing local restaurants and cui- sine on her food blog, Bring The Bread. Jessica started cooking at an early age and quickly learned an appreciation for the culinary arts. In her freetime, Jessica can be found restaurant hopping, snack shopping or catching up on the latest food documentaries from her couch. 34 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

YOUNG ISLANDERS If you have yet to visit the Lighthouse Picnic, I highly recommend you make the plan to pay them a visit. Of course, be sure to call ahead as they are booking up quickly! Once you have your order placed with the a chutney-glazed ham, creamy brie and green apple fantastic staff and have your flag and blanket in served on homemade oatmeal bread. The flavours of hand, it’s time for an adventure. You can get comfy this sandwich are complex and rich. This is truly the on the cliff-side next to the lighthouse and have your definition of what would be a gourmet sandwich. The lunch delivered directly to you or you can wait near- Curried Chicken Sandwich features perfectly cooked by and once your meal is delivered, head off into the chicken breast with celery, green onion and sliced al- distance to munch with an optimal ocean-side view. monds in a delicious curry dressing, also served on Whichever you choose, you have to do nothing but freshly made oatmeal bread. Being a fan of curry, I enjoy the company of your loved ones and the beau- was immediately drawn to this sandwich and it to- tiful sights. tally holds up to all expectations! It is Being situated in such an optimal location comes hearty, rich and absolutely delectable. with other perks as well. It is not uncommon to have other guests JUST DESSERTS arrive at your lunch date. You should keep your eyes peeled for The dessert menu at the whales, dolphins and even a friend- Lighthouse Picnic is relatively con- ly fox or two. Of course, don’t fret sistent with a few additions each if the weather isn’t on your side year. I have tried many of these but, – there is seating on the inside of have found one that I am complete- the lighthouse as well. Whatever ly stuck on! The Coconut Cream- the weather and wherever you de- cheese Muffin, it is the ultimate cide to rest, the wonderful staff of sweet treat to top off such a fantas- the Lighthouse Picnics will track tic meal. Other dessert options in- you down and personally deliver to clude: Warm Gingerbread & Custard you, an outstanding meal. Sauce, Orange Crumble Square, Strawberry Upside Down Cake, LIGHTHOUSE SALAD Peach Shortcakes, Cranberry Scones, Chocolate Cake and many others. The picnic menu at the light- However, the Fresh Lemonade at the lighthouse house has remained relatively unchanged for quite is arguably, the true star of the show. Served in a awhile – for a good reason – as each of these meals is rustic mason jar, this thirst-quenching, just-sweet- totally superb. Each picnic comes with a lighthouse enough, delicious beverage is something I think salad, a sandwich and dessert of your choice as well about year-long. If they bottled it, I would certain- as fresh lemonade. The sandwich selection includes ly buy it. the choices of Ham & Brie, Curried Chicken, Veggie The experiences had at the lighthouse are totally or Roast Beef and a children’s menu with the options incomparable to anything else. Being able to take in of Ham & Cheddar or Grilled Cheese. the vast beauty of your province, enjoy nature, em- brace your history and enjoy a great meal all at the The Lighthouse Salad is an orzo-based salad with same moment is a true joy. If you have yet to visit the red onion, peppers, herbs, red wine vinegar, tomatoes Lighthouse Picnic, I highly recommend you make and parmesan cheese. It is light with delicate, fresh the plan to pay them a visit. Of course, be sure to call flavours and a colourful, bright look that lends itself ahead as they are booking up quickly! to the totally cheerful experience. As for the sand- wiches, my favourites are the Curried Chicken and the Ham & Brie. The Ham & Brie Sandwich features Are you a ‘YOUNG ISLANDER’ with something to say? Email [email protected] DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 35

YOUNG ISLANDERS “I’m looking forward to coaching my fellow cadets this summer and developing their skills as sailors and athletes.” — Julia Wade JULIA WADE: SMOOTH SAILING C onception Harbour native Julia P02 Wade has an admitted passion for Wade will be spending her sum- the sport of sailing, having trained in sail mer a little differently then coaching through the cadet program. many of her peers. “I’m looking forward to coaching my fellow cadets this summer and de- PO2 WADE veloping their skills as sailors and athletes,” Wade shared in a release. Wade, who is a Cadet Petty Throughout the six week program, Officer Second Class (PO2 for Wade will hone the cadet’s skills in the short) within the Canadian Cadet sport of sailing, while also focus on self-con- Organization, will be coaching and men- fidence and self-esteem based practices. toring her peers as a Basic Sail Instructor at For more information on the Canadian Cadet Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Acadia Cadet Training Organizations, visit www.cadets.ca. Centre in Nova Scotia. — DC 36 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

YOUNG ISLANDERS CADETS HAVE SOME SUMMER FUN! T wo Newfoundland youth are making the “I will also be able to teach the younger cadets some most of their summer vacation – by add- of the basics to aviation.” ing new elements to their unique skill sets. Kaitlyn Woodley of St. John’s and Alex Olenick, also Olenick will be heading off to the Greenwood of St. John’s, will be spending a portion of their re- Cadet Training Centre, where he put together a spective summers in Nova Scotia, with Woodley in modular tent during orientation week. “During ori- Debert and Olenick in Greenwood. entation week, Olenick spent his time fine-tuning his teaching skills and working on his leadership “With what I learn this summer, I am going to “I could not imagine another way to spend my use it to become a pilot.” — Kaitlyn Woodley summer. Cloud Lake is amazing ...” — Alex Olenick Woodley will be attending the Debert Cadet and teamwork skills so he’s well prepared for the ap- Flying Training Centre, where she hopes to earn a proximately 1,000 cadets that will train at the centre glider pilot’s license from Transport Canada. this summer,” a press release explained. “I am excited to return to the Cloud Lake “Throughout the course, she will learn exciting Survival site to teach the cadets in all sorts of ar- new aviation skills and hopes to be able to take what eas of survival,” Olenick said. “I could not imagine she’s learned to become a pilot someday. She also another way to spend my summer. plans to use her knowledge to teach Cloud  Lake is amazing and the ca- and mentor junior cadets at her unit, dets are going to love it.” the 510 Lions squadron,” a press Olenick is from 508 Air Cadets, release explained. The course is while Woodley is from 510 Lions six weeks long. Air Cadets, both in the capital city. Here’s to a great summer of learn- “With what I learn this ing and having fun! summer, I am going to use it to — WR become a pilot,” Woodley said. Does your school deserve some recognition? Tell us about it! [email protected] DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 37

News In Perspective BY JIM FURLONG THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/NTV A SIGN OF THE TIMES Y ou don’t need to be a media analyst to see gather dust. The house is filled up with “abs-rollers” how a recent trend in advertising on tele- and its siblings. I have three or four “whipper snip- vision and elsewhere is reflecting the rush pers” or whatever they are called. I have all the latest towards old age of the population bubble known as Christmas lights and I am up to my eyes in water fil- “the post war baby boomers.” I’m one of them – first ters, home entertainment centres, three piece group- wave, actually. Conceived in 1945 and born in 1946. ings and even some closet organizers. I have come to Many babies were born after the war because men understand how the Home Shopping Network came at war aren’t home making babies and when they do to be and how it was invented for me and my ilk. get home from battle, they have a glint in their eye. My father wasn’t A NEW PITCH at war – he was selling shoes for Lately, I have noticed there is Jay Parker on Water St. Yet, he a new pitch from advertisers for had a glint in his eye so I am still a what is now our pension mon- baby boomer. Now almost seventy ey. It is a big time serious medi- I am, like the other boomers, hur- cal thrust. I’m not talking about tling headlong towards old age. the normal useful products for us old folks – like the walk in bath- GOODS & SERVICES tub or the medical alert buttons All my life this population (I’ve fallen and can’t get up). I’m “bubble,” of which I have been a It used to be Pepsi and Coke ... not talking about over the count- part, has been a rich marketing now it is Crestor and Lipitor. They er medicines like things for “the mine. They sold our parents “Jolly wanted me to ask mom for a Davy heartbreak of psoriasis.” I am Jumpers” but they sold us Davey talking instead today about a di- Crockett hats and hula hoops. As Crockett hat. Now they want me rect appeal to us to get our doctor the years marched on, the prod- to ask my doctor about Celebrex. to prescribe prescription drugs for ucts changed and we became the us. It isn’t an appeal for a product sales targets for things like television sets and cars. you can just buy. It is an appeal to us to tell our doc- They sold us objects and concepts, goods and ser- tor we WANT it. It is an incredible shift in approach vices. They sold us fridges and stoves and windows and on reflection shouldn’t have surprised me. This and doors and then insurance on those objects. They all came up on my radar when wife and I started sold us security systems. They sold us vacations; first talking getting a vaccination against “shingles.” in Florida and more recently, river cruises on the in- We only knew about “shingles” from a TV ad. land waterways of Europe. They have even sold us Then we started noticing the battle of the drug com- ways of protecting our money so we wouldn’t wind panies for the high blood pressure, diabetes, heart up in that mythical place we called “the poor house.” and stroke, and arthritis markets. They get us inter- It is the way of the world. The same folks who sold us ested and then we go to our doctor and ask if we can “white bucks” and “blue suede shoes” are now flog- have “THIS” particular drug. It is brilliant. It isn’t ging us retirement home space. even evil. It used to be Pepsi and Coke on the field of Ours (the baby boomers) has been a life spent battle now it is Crestor and Lipitor. They wanted me in “a world of purchase.” Buying things is what we to ask mom for a Davy Crockett hat. Now they want did and selling us things is what other people did. me to ask my doctor about Celebrex. They were good at it. I have exercise machines that It is a sign of the times. NTV’s Jim Furlong can be reached by emailing: [email protected] 38 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

News iN Brief FROM AROUND NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR Jack Harris embarks on first chance at govern- ment, but Liberals and Greens propose new faces NDP candidate Jack Harris has run five times FEDERAL ELECTION provincially and is now in his fifth federal cam- paign. In each of those previous elections, he was Federal party leaders begin record-spending running for a third-place party. For the first time federal election campaign in his long political career, Harris has his eyes on a seat in the government and possibly a cabinet post, T he Governor General dissolved Parliament but the Liberal and Green parties already have on Sunday, Aug. 2 after Prime Minister candidates lined up trying to persuade voters in St. Stephen Harper asked to go to a general John’s East to choose a new face. election. This elec- tion will be this Politicians bring political races to the 197TH Royal county’s 42 in its St. John’s Regatta in election year history. The five major party leaders Besides the food and the races, the Regatta is now have two and a also about politics. It’s not a bad place to shake some half months to win hands, especially with a federal election on the go over voters, in what and a provincial vote not long after. is expected to be the most expensive Canadian elec- tion ever. The NDP’s Tom Mulcair and the Liberal’s NTV NEWS FIRST EDITION 5:30PM; NTV EVENING NEWSHOUR 6:00PM Justin Trudeau also kicked off their campaigns. The first survey conducted after the writ was dropped put the NDP as high as 39 per cent. The Conservatives have scored between 28 and 33 per cent over the last six polls, while the Liberals have registered between 25 and 26 per cent in five of the last seven. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 39

CRIME FLASHBACK STORY BY: MAX HAINES SUPERMAN COMPLEX L ee Andrews hailed from a small town in delusions of grandeur. He dreamed of being a mil- Kansas, where he lived with his parents lionaire, of possessing everything his heart desired – and his sister, Jenny. cars, vacations, clothing. This Right from the beginning, was Lee Andrews’ sole aim in he was different. He could life. mouth words while still an infant. At school, he led his DIABOLICAL class every year. When he When the Andrews’ home was tested, it was discovered was burglarized, the germ of he had an IQ in the genius a diabolical plot was hatched category. in Lee’s mind. He would kill his entire family and acquire A GENTLE SOUL everything they possessed. Everyone liked Lee. He A fake robbery would fool got along well with his folks, the idiot police, he thought. and his high school chums Let’s see, the folks had a cou- thought he was a great guy. ple of thousand in the bank, As Lee breezed through high the house and land had to be school, he continued to grow worth $60,000. It would be a and gain weight. By the time start towards a million. he entered the University of During the university Kansas, he stood well over Lowell Lee Andrews had a superiority com- Thanksgiving break of 1958, 6-foot and weighed in at 300 Lee decided to act. He owned pounds. Like many big men, plex. He believed himself far superior to his a .22 rifle he had used to kill Lee was a gentle soul. He was fellow human beings. Rules and laws were squirrels as a kid. a regular church goer, attend- for underlings. He was above man’s law. He On Thursday, Nov. 27, ing church each Sunday with Lee happened to be looking his parents and sister. was Superman. out the front window of his Lee made the adjustment from high school to home when he saw the bakery delivery man drive up university with ease. His first year of university was to the house. Not much point in taking in a supply an academic success. of bread. Tomorrow, everyone would be dead. Lee Within a matter of days, psychiatrists would say rushed outdoors and told the rather puzzled delivery that the same Lee Andrews had a superiority com- man that they didn’t require any bread for that par- plex. He believed himself far superior to his fellow ticular weekend. human beings. Rules The Andrews family celebrated Thanksgiving and laws were for un- Day. After dinner, the family helped Mrs. Andrews derlings. He was above wash and dry the dishes. Lee excused himself. He man’s law. He was went into his bedroom and loaded the .22 automatic Superman. In the deep rifle. He also checked out his Luger revolver. Quietly, recesses of this private he pushed the screen out of his bedroom window. boy’s mind, there lurked He opened the drawers of his bureau. Now all was in In the deep recesses of this private boy’s mind, there lurked delusions of gran- deur. He dreamed of being a millionaire, of possessing everything his heart desired – cars, vacations, clothing. This was his sole aim in life. 40 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015 *Crime Flashback Images are used for reenactment purposes only and might not be historically accurate.

CRIME FLASHBACK: SUPERMAN COMPLEX readiness for him to commit the perfect crime. Lee stopped for gas, obtained a receipt and talked to The family had moved to the living room. No the gas station attendant about the inclement weath- one looked up to see Lee point the rifle. er. Around one in the morning, Lee drove home, Four bullets dropped Mrs. Andrews to the floor. found his family murdered and called the police. Jenny turned. Three bullets entered her body, one direct- LEE’S ALIBI ly into the middle of her fore- Lee sat quietly, holding head. She, too, was dead. Mr. back laughter as detectives Andrews managed to get to examined the murder scene. his feet. Lee fired, but his fa- Soon they turned to the only ther didn’t go down. He stag- surviving member of the gered toward a door, as Lee family. Lee suggested that continued firing. Finally, he burglars must have entered dropped to the floor. Lee re- the house and killed his fam- loaded and fired more shots ily while he was at the mov- into the now still form of ie in Lawrence. The police his father. Later, 17 bullet seemed so inept. He had to wounds were counted on Mr. take them into the bedroom Andrews’ body. and show them the pushed- father’s On Thursday, Nov. 27, Lee happened to see out screen. ICY ROADS the bakery delivery man drive up to the house. Not much point in taking in a supply Who was this big boy not Lee drove his shedding a tear over the loss new Chevy to the Kaw River of bread. Tomorrow everyone would be dead. of both parents and a sister? and disposed of the murder When burglars enter a house, weapon. He then drove to Lawrence, where he lived they might push in a screen, but not push it out. The while attending the University of Kansas. He told his dresser drawers were open, but Lee’s clothing was landlady he needed his typewriter to do some work neatly stacked in rows. Burglars are not known for over the weekend. He casually mentioned that be- leaving ransacked drawers looking as if they’d nev- cause of the icy roads it had taken him twice as long er been touched. to drive from his home to Lawrence. The detectives turned to Lee. Where had he Lee lingered to speak to friends, making sure been all night? Simple, Lee smiled. He had been to to mention the rotten weather. Lee took in a mov- Lawrence for his typewriter. In fact, here it is. He ie at the Granada Theatre in Lawrence. The movie had been to a movie, Mardi Gras, at the Granada. He Mardi Gras was playing. He remembered the plot, so just happened to have the ticket stub in his pocket. that when the stupid cops asked, he would be well prepared. On the way home, DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 41

CRIME FLASHBACK: SUPERMAN COMPLEX (Picture) Lowell Lee Andrews, center, stands as of- ficers and divers search the Kansas River for parts of guns Andrews used to kill his parents and sister. Rev. V.C. Dameron, who was devastated at los- ing Lee’s father, his best friend, was called in to talk to Lee. In due course, the boy genius confessed. He told the minister of his wish to become a millionaire. He explained that he had no remorse at having mur- dered his family, but insisted it had all been a spur of the moment thing. To prove intent, detectives came up with the bread man who was told the day before holiday not to drop off any bread. He had stopped for gas on the way home. Lee pro- INSANITY PLEA duced a receipt for the gas. The detectives were cer- tain Lee Andrews had killed his family. The investi- Lee pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity. gating officers quickly checked Lee’s fabricated alibi However, he was found to be legally sane and guilty. and immediately exposed its obvious flaws. They de- Lee Andrews was sentenced to death. He lingered on cided to confront the boy with their suspicions. Lee death row for four years while his many appeals went professed his innocence. through the courts. On the night of Nov. 30, 1962, accompanied by Rev. James Post, the prison chap- lain, Lee walked briskly up the 13 steps to the scaf- fold. This strange boy, who had shown such prom- ise, had never uttered one word of remorse at having annihilated his entire family. At the last moment he was asked if he had anything to say. He offhandedly replied, “No, I don’t believe so.” Then, Lee Andrews plunged to eternity. 42 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

Ghost Story: BY: GUY S. DAVIS YOUR HOROSCOPE WOMEN’S STYLES ARIES (March 21 to April 19) CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A previous misunderstand- While that family problem THE CLOCK ing continues to taint the at- might still rankle, it should be mosphere to some extent in the easing thanks to your efforts to W hen my parents were killed in a car early part of the week. But cool- calm the waters. Also, a work- crash, I went to live with my grand- er heads prevail, and the situa- place situation seems to be parents. I know now that it was an tion eases by week’s end. moving in your favor. ordeal for them having to care for an eleven TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) LEO (July 23 to August 22) The year old. Nan and Pop were in their late 60’s While the artistic aspect of the Big Cat’s energy levels should and set in their ways. They had one item that Divine Bovine is well-served be rather high these days, and always interested my young self – a wall clock this week, that practical side is you might do well to tackle any in the kitchen I asked them how long they also getting the sort of recog- tasks that still need doing. This had it. nition that could lead to a new will clear the way for those up- “It was a wedding present,” Nan said. “We’ve and well-deserved opportunity. coming projects. had it now for over forty years and it’s been GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) VIRGO (August 23 to ticking steadily all that time,” she explained. With home-related matters tak- September 22) Someone’s criti- “That’s right,” Pop added. “And I know it ing on more importance this cism might not be as negative as will keep on ticking until we both kick the week, now could be the time to you perceive. Actually, it could bucket,” he said with a smirk. “Then I hope make some long-deferred pur- be helpful. Discuss the matter it keeps on ticking forever, Poppy,” I replied. chases. But shop carefully for with your critic, and you both the best quality at the best price. could learn something valuable. ARRIVED IN HEAVEN H HCELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS! Eight years later at age nineteen, I joined the army. Nan and Pop, then in their late MAIA MITCHELL JIMMY USO 70’s, bid me a tearful goodbye. Before leav- AUGUST 18, 1993 AUGUST 22, 1985 ing, I made sure their affairs were in order. H HSTEVE CARELL They died within three weeks of each other. I was given compassionate leave to attend the AUGUST 16, 1962 funeral. BORN Loyalty is important to you. You demand As I walked around their soon to be sold THIS WEEK: it, but you also give it generously house, I saw the old kitchen clock. It had and lovingly. stopped as Pop had predicted, then, as if on cue, it began ticking again. I remembered LIBRA (September 23 to CAPRICORN (December 22 what Nan had once told me – it would stop October 22) A business mat- to January 19) The Sea Goat’s with their deaths and resume when they ar- ter could cause some friction merrier side dominates this rived in Heaven. I still have the clock, but it among your colleagues. But week, and this means that, de- doesn’t run any more. once again, that logical mind of spite your usual busy schedule, yours comes to the rescue. And you’ll be able to squeeze in par- the sooner it does, the better! ties and fabulous fun times. SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb There might still be some heat- 18) An educational opportuni- ed temper flare-ups out there. ty could lead to something oth- But your sensible self should ad- er than what you had planned. vise you to stay out of these sit- But keep an open mind, and be- uations until things cool down fore you decide to turn it down, and calm is restored. check it out. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 PISCES (February 19 to March to December 21) Changing your 20) The Piscean wit and wisdom mind could be the right thing helps you work through a situa- to do if you can’t resolve your tion that might have been acci- doubts. You might want to dis- dentally or even deliberately ob- cuss the matter with someone scured. What you unravel could whose advice you trust. prove to be very revealing. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 43

FINE OL’ SCOFF PAM PARDY GHENT [email protected] GRAND GRUB ON THE GRILL I f your family is anything like mine, then you dough directly onto the grill, make sure the BBQ is at have a list of recipes you use – and they enjoy its hottest and make sure it’s super-clean,. Close the – for each season. Fall starts the soup and stew lid and let it cook for about two minutes. Use tongs season in our home, while winter always reminds me to flip it over, then add toppings, close the lid, reduce to plug in the slow cooker so we can eat before dark- the heat and cook until the cheese melts. The entire ness falls. Once spring starts, we’re back to wraps and process takes about five minutes. salads or tossing something on the grill. But one meal my family enjoys all year round is pizza. One last tip: keep the toppings minimal and some (like mushrooms for me) need to be pre-cooked. I When I heard a friend brag about her delicious bar- tried it last weekend and made mine with sliced fresh becued pizza, my ears perked up. Did I hear correct- tomatoes, cooked crumbled bacon, fried onions, ly? Yes, she tosses her dough on the grill and the kids mushrooms, olive oil and a sprinkle of feta cheese. design their own pizza right there grill-side. There are Here’s a recipe taken from Chatelaine good for oven - a few tips however. Before you throw the floppy, raw or grilled - pizza. BARBECUED PIZZA H Extra-virgin olive H 1/2 cup of classic oil tomato sauce H 1/3 cup of grated H 6 oil-packed sun- parmesan dried tomatoes, thinly sliced H 1/3 cups of grated mozzarella H Fresh basil or oregano H Pizza dough Preheat BBQ. Lightly grease a large baking sheet with olive oil. Combine cheeses in a bowl. Cut dough into 3 portions. Roll 1 out into an oval on a lightly floured surface. Transfer to pre- pared baking sheet. Brush edges with olive oil. Spread with one-third of tomato sauce, leaving a narrow border. Top with one-third of sun-dried tomatoes and one-third of mixed cheeses. Bake until pizza’s edges are golden, 10 to 12 min. Garnish with oregano, a drizzle of olive oil and freshly ground pepper. Repeat with remaining pizzas. 44 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

RECAPS BY A SNEAK PEEK AT THE LATEST NEWS DANA BLOCK SOAP TALKFROM NEWFOUNDLAND’S TOP SOAPS THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Brad to reach out to Lucas. Dante and Lulu shared an awkward double date with Liam and Valerie. Sonny Phyllis could tell something was off with Jack called a meeting of the five families to figure out who during their honeymoon and confronted him about was undermining his business. Madeline worried it. Cane demanded that Lily tell him the truth about that Franco would sabotage her plans. Later, Franco her relationship with Joe. Victor was proud of the turned to Obrecht for guidance, while Nina turned to way Nick stood up for his family. Noah asked Marisa Ric for help. Jake shared some important news with about the secret meeting she had with Victor. Jack re- Elizabeth. Sam dug deeper into the Hayden/Nikolas alized that as long as Marco was alive, his loved ones connection and made a confession to Patrick. Sonny were in danger. Dylan told Sharon that she shouldn’t and Carly confronted Morgan, who finally agreed to be using her daughter to spy on Nick. Hilary found call things off with Ava. herself stuck in an elevator with Neil during a city- wide power outage. Victor put pressure on his private THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL investigator to find Marco. Adam promised Chelsea that he would abandon his quest for revenge Caroline told Ridge that she wanted to have a against Victor if she gave him one last chance. baby with him. Meanwhile, Brooke suggested DAYS OF OUR LIVES to Thomas that he might still having feel- ings for Caroline. Nicole modeled on the JJ snuck into Kyle’s apartment hop- runway when she thought no one was ing to find enough evidence to nail him. watching, but Zende quickly joined her Brady was suspicious of Theresa’s latest for some fun. Maya wanted to believe “mishap.” Daniel found Nicole and Chloe that Julius was making an effort to in the middle of a heated argument. accept her and Rick as a couple. Rick Victor laid down the law with Xander. went over the personal details of the Clyde’s plans to help Ben went awry. JJ upcoming ceremony with Nick, who found himself trapped in sticky situation. would be officiating. Bridget made a Theresa used the upheaval at the mansion surprise appearance at her brother’s to her advantage. Abigail had mixed emo- wedding. Rick was upset that Kate tions about the results of the paternity test. brought Bill as her “plus one.” Be- Kate was delighted when she caught Paul in fore the ceremony, Maya and Bill a compromising position. Hope was thrown shared a moment of acceptance when Rafe suddenly started pulling away and forgiveness. from her. Aiden gave Clyde and Ben some unexpected news. Chad begged Abigail to PHYLLIS could tell something choose him over Ben. was off with Jack during their honeymoon and con- GENERAL HOSPITAL fronted him about it on The Young & the Restless. Kiki made a discovery that would soon change her life. Felix encouraged DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 45

POSITIVE PARENTING PQA&MAPWARITDHY-GHENT Mother of a teenager and a precocious first grader, our Managing Editor takes your questions: [email protected] Q. My son will soon be 13 and is asking for a new gaming system for his birthday. I think he has enough electronic junk around but my husband says we should do it. I’m not convinced. I ’ve been doing some reading on this very issue Computer gaming can have positive benefits lately. In the history of child development, the with family relationships. It turns out that there has widespread participation in the use of video been plenty of research out there on the benefits of games is not only a relatively new phenomenon, but a parents playing computer games with their kids – not widespread one, as an alarming ninety-seven percent by computer game makers, but by respected universi- of children and adolescents in the United States play ties. Researchers from Arizona State University sug- at least one hour per day, according to the American gest that “Parents miss a huge opportunity when they Psychological Association. No doubt those numbers walk away from playing video games with their kids.” are close for young gamers in this country as well. From Brigham Young University, researchers studied Like yourself, many parents and educators worry 287 families and looked at how they play video games that this game time is subtracting from healthy skills together. The BYU team found that girls from ages 11 children should be devel- to 16, who played video oping, such as reading. games with a parent re- Mark Cheverton, a former ported better behaviour, public school teacher, an more feelings of family engineer with GE and a closeness and less aggres- father who was inspired sion than girls who played to write novels for his alone or with friends. In son and other children to addition, there is a great help teach life lessons, of- TED talk that discusses fers tips for parents who game playing and the pos- want to encourage healthy itive effectives – both for habits to their children, family closeness and including using a love Computer gaming can have positive benefits health. of gaming to encourage with family relationships. Games like Mine- reading. craft may offer an interest in engineering, city planning, etc. Many children HEALTHY HABITS who take to games that entail building cities may nat- Find books that reflect video game themes. urally take an interest later in life in the details of What better way to get a kid to read a book than to building things in the real world. Of course, children offer one that’s about the video games they are ob- who love video games may want to know how the sessed with, like the popular game Minecraft. games themselves work or are of a high quality, which Parent participation can create additional can lead to further interest in technology. Whether teachable moments for issues like bullying. “I’ve come it’s a future career in video games, computer pro- to love playing Minecraft with my son, who spent gramming, engineering or a very long list of high-pay- months building things on his server: castles, bridges, ing jobs, gaming can lead to good things. underwater cities, factories, everything and anything his imagination could conceive,” Cheverton said. MOM OF A GAMER “Video games can have its benefits, too, creating op- So, do you buy that game system or not? As a portunities to communicate with your child on those mom of a gamer, my theory has been everything in teachable moments we may dread, like when my son moderation. If gaming is simply one of many some- was bullied, but other habits ought to balance a child’s things he enjoys, then it’s all good. I hope your son life as well.” has a great birthday! Good luck! 46 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015

BABY OF THE YEAR ENTRY FORM THIS WEEK’S WINNERS OH GIRL! OH BOY! BABY’S NAME PARENTS’ NAME(S) RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS CHILD’S BIRTHDATE LM LF TELEPHONE NUMBER MAKENNA ROCKWOOD RYDER KING Please note: If family members other than par- ents send photo of child, you must include a Daughter of Stephanie and Son of Jamie and Ashley written permission slip from parents or the Greg Rockwood, Broad Cove King, Trouty child’s guardian. Send your completed entry form and photograph to: HONOURABLE MENTIONS BABY OF THE YEAR CONTEST Ethan Lane Morgan Fitzgerald Jacob Grenning Lewisporte St. John’s Lakeview c/o The Newfoundland Herald P.O. Box 2015 A THOUSAND SMILES St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R7 Send in your child’s candid or email [email protected] moments and share your family’s happiest moments with our readers. RULES & REGULATIONS ALL DOLLED UP Enter your baby’s picture in the annual New- foundland Herald Baby of the Year Contest. Fill Carrie, daughter of Heidi Kean-Vokey and out the entry form above and send us a recent David Vokey, Conception Bay South, looks photograph of your baby. Or you can email information and a high-resolution photo to absolutely regal in her adorable outfit! [email protected]. Babies must be under the age of two by Dec. 31, 2015. Two babies – a boy and a girl – will qualify every week. Our Baby of the Year will be chosen from all weekly qualifiers. The overall winner will appear on the cover of the first issue of The Newfoundland Herald in 2016. CONTEST RULES: • Babies must be under the age of two by Dec. 31, 2015 (born in 2014 or 2015). • Photos must be larger than wallet size, be clear and unobstructed (the less accessories the better). • No photos will be returned. • Photos must be received on or before Oct. 31, 2015. • Employees and immediate family members of The Newfoundland Herald and its affili- ated companies are not eligible to enter. • Winning babies must reside in Newfound- land and Labrador. • You may enter as often as you wish, though once your child is chosen as our weekly win- ner, they aren’t eligible to win again. • The judges’ decision is final. DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE ONLINE: www.NFLDHERALD.com AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015/THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD 47

PUZZLES & BRAIN TEASERS EACH WEEK TRAIN YOUR BRAIN WITH CLEVER PUZZLES! The Newfoundland Herald challenges readers to a collection of brain building activities. ANSWER US THIS... Four people entered the cook-off at the Barbecue Roundup (Bob, Bubba, Cathy, and Fred). They all had differ- ent last names (Kent, Kahn, Miser, and Tin) and entered different foods (brisket, pork butt, ribs, and sausage). Who brought what and what places in the competition (1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th). 1. The sausage did not come in last. 3. The pork butt came in second. 5. Mr. Kent won. 2. Mr. Miser came in third and was beaten by Bob’s ribs. 4. Cathy came in two places behind Fred Tin. Answers: Bob Kent came in 1st with ribs. Fred Tin came in 2nd with pork butt. Bubba Miser came in 3rd with sausage. Cathy Kahn came in 4th with brisket. © 2015 King Features Syndicate. All rights reserved. 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. GO FIGURE! by Linda Thistle The idea of Go Figure is to arrive at the figures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the di- agram by following the arithmetic signs in the order they are given (that is, from left to right and top to bottom). Use only the numbers below the diagram to complete its blank squares and use each of the nine numbers only once. CryptoQuote By TERRY STICKELS AXYDLBAAXR There is a certain logic that is LONGFELLOW determines the numbers in each box below. Can you One letter stands for another. In this determine the pattern and sample, A is used for the three L’s, X place the correct number for the two O’s, etc. Single letters, apos- where the question mark trophes, the length and formation of the is? words are all hints. Each week the code letters are different. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc. 48 THE NEWFOUNDLAND HERALD/AUGUST 16 - 22, 2015