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Friday September 28, 2012

6:55	Western Star @western_star Looking for a chance to showcase your digital advertising chops. Look no further: careerbeacon.com/search/en/-1/-… Friday September 28, 2012 6:55 western_star

6:56	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Share the pictures of your morning with us (including the water main break in downtown St. John's). Tweet them and attach #telynl Friday September 28, 2012 6:56 StJohnsTelegram

6:57	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram .@5brotherscheese Looks good! Friday September 28, 2012 6:57 StJohnsTelegram

6:58

Steve Bartlett:

Good morning,
It's a cool, but beautiful one.
We're got reports of a huge water main break in downtown St. John's. Crews are working on it. And we hope to have more details soon.

Friday September 28, 2012 6:58 Steve Bartlett

6:58	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram How safe do you feel? We want to know. Take part in our new survey. thetelegram.com/News/Local/201… Friday September 28, 2012 6:58 StJohnsTelegram

6:58

Steve Bartlett:

I noted it was cold, and it's about to get cooler, according to Environment Canada at 5:30 this morning...

Frost warning in effect.

Today
Sunny. Wind west 30 km/h gusting to 50. High 15. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight
Clear. Wind west 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light overnight. Low 6 except plus 2 in low lying inland areas. Patchy frost.

Saturday
Sunny. Increasing cloudiness in the evening. High 14.

Sunday
A mix of sun and cloud. Low 9. High 15.

Friday September 28, 2012 6:58 Steve Bartlett

7:01

Steve Bartlett:

Here's touching follow-up story from reporter Colin MacLean...

Support floods in for little girl who needs diabetic alert dog http://bit.ly/SdGqcu

Friday September 28, 2012 7:01 Steve Bartlett

7:03	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Beautiful sunrise over Terra Nova this morning. #telynl pic.twitter.com/Ha8lCyAq Friday September 28, 2012 7:03 StJohnsTelegram

7:04

Steve Bartlett:

Here are this morning's front-page headlines...
• Diabetic dog's a done deal — Family overwhelmed by donors' generosity; three-year-old excited to get a puppy
• Accused murder gets new lawyer
• Economist suggests lowering workers' compensation rates to stimulate business
• Fight brewing over politicians will debate Muskrat Falls

Friday September 28, 2012 7:04 Steve Bartlett

7:06

Steve Bartlett:

A 56-year-old man from Ontario was charged with impaired driving early this morning after a concern citizen called police about erratic driving in the University Avenue area.
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary also charged the man with failing the breathalyzer.
He was detained and will appear in court later this morning.
It was one of 199 calls the RNC responded to in the 24 hours ending at 5:15 this morning.

Friday September 28, 2012 7:06 Steve Bartlett

7:06

Steve Bartlett:

A house in St. Mary's was extensively damaged by fire Wednesday morning.
However, RCMP in Trepassey credit the effort of the Riverhead-St. Mary's Fire Department in saving the structure on The Point Road.
An RCMP investigator has yet to determine the cause of the fire.
No one was home at the time of the fire.
The Mounties were called to the blaze just after 10 a.m.

Friday September 28, 2012 7:06 Steve Bartlett

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7:07	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Golfers. This is the practice green at #terranovagolf right now. The course is in wonderful condition. #telynl pic.twitter.com/cCgYkJkH Friday September 28, 2012 7:07 StJohnsTelegram

7:08

Steve Bartlett:

The pitcher plant was submitted by David Borland of Upper Amherst Cove. It was taken at Cape Spear in July.

Friday September 28, 2012 7:08 Steve Bartlett

7:11

Steve Bartlett:

City update on water main break on Harbour Drive...

Crews are currently working on repairs and they are anticipated to be completed until further noticed. Area residents and surrounding residents may experience loss of water, low water pressure or discoloured water. If you are experiencing discoloured water, please run your cold water tap in your bath until it clears.

LOCATION: Harbour Drive
FROM Fri, Sep 28 2012(4:30 AM) TO Fri, Sep 28 2012(11:45 PM)

Friday September 28, 2012 7:11 Steve Bartlett

7:11

Steve Bartlett:

The road closure that's resulting from the water main break...

Motorists are advised that due to water main break, Water St. @ Job's Cove and Clift's-Baird's Cove at Harbour Drive is closed or has an obstruction that will affect pedestrian and/or vehicular traffic.

The road is anticipated to be open until further noticed.

Friday September 28, 2012 7:11 Steve Bartlett

7:13

Steve Bartlett:

Also from the City of St. John's...

Road Closures for Run for the Cure
LOCATION: Various Streets as Listed Below
FROM Sun, Sep 30 2012(9:30 AM) TO Sun, Sep 30 2012(11:00 AM)
Motorists are advised that the following streets will be temporarily closed for the Run for the Cure on Sunday September 30, 2012 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am:

Lake Avenue
Carnell Drive
The Boulevard
Quidi Vidi Village Road
Forest Road
Empire Avenue - Kings Bridge Road to Forest Road

Residents may be temporarily detained while run participants are passing. The Event Organizer's thank you for your cooperation.

Friday September 28, 2012 7:13 Steve Bartlett

7:15	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Another shot of the beautiful sunrise over Terra Nova right now. #telynl pic.twitter.com/3ORe52Tk Friday September 28, 2012 7:15 StJohnsTelegram

7:15	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Lawyer seeks to withdraw from murder case ow.ly/e2ENv Friday September 28, 2012 7:15 StJohnsTelegram

7:15	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram N.L. labour federation cancels annual policy convention ow.ly/e2F1n Friday September 28, 2012 7:15 StJohnsTelegram

7:15	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Got a question for Buddy Wasisname & the Other Fellers? Ask them live on thetelegram.com from 9:30-10:30 am this morning. Friday September 28, 2012 7:15 StJohnsTelegram

7:16	Shawn Puddester @KaiserGSD RT @StJohnsTelegram: Golfers. This is the practice green at #terranovagolf right now. The course is in wonderful condition. #telynl http ... Friday September 28, 2012 7:16 KaiserGSD

7:20

Steve Bartlett:

Here's a shot from today's sports pages. It's of Jason White finishing first at the Huffin Puffin Marathon last Sunday. The shot was taken by Philip McIlroy. It's one of four marathon shots on our Good Sports page.

Friday September 28, 2012 7:20 Steve Bartlett

7:20	Friday September 28, 2012 7:20

7:23

Steve Bartlett:

Other headlines from today's sports pages...
• Blades may not skate this season — Team reported to be seeking one-year leave from provincial senior circuit
• Eclectic mix of athletes voted summer's best
• Tiger's Cabrera chasing triple crown history
• Forty years on, Henderson still has trouble explaining 'the goal'

Friday September 28, 2012 7:23 Steve Bartlett

7:28

Steve Bartlett:

Here's a shot from the opening of Ronald McDonald House yesterday from Telegram photographer Gary Hebbard.

Friday September 28, 2012 7:28 Steve Bartlett

7:28	Friday September 28, 2012 7:28

7:31

Steve Bartlett:

More on Ronald McDonald House on page two of today's paper.
Also in our pages...
• New marine technology lets students see marine life in real time
• Angel's efforts soar to six figures — Group has raised $100,000 for breast cancer patients
• Realtor ramps up SPCA campaign for Happy Valley-Goose Bay
• Only two people attend MHA compensation review in Corner Brook
• Loggers awaiting contract talks with Corner Brook mill

Friday September 28, 2012 7:31 Steve Bartlett

7:33

Steve Bartlett:

In the community...
Wesley United Church will hold a fish luncheon on Sept. 28, with sittings at12 p.m. and 1 p.m. Cod, salmon, dessert and coffee or tea will be served. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by calling Pheobe at 782-1689, Marvin at 579-7900 or the Church office at579-3682.

More such listings at http://bit.ly/PKbYsc

Friday September 28, 2012 7:33 Steve Bartlett

7:34

Steve Bartlett:

Also in the community .... The 24th annual RBC Rennie’s River Duck Race and free family fun day will take place on Sept. 30 from 12-4 p.m. at the Herder Bridge, Rennie’s River.

Friday September 28, 2012 7:34 Steve Bartlett

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7:37	Friday September 28, 2012 7:37

7:37

Steve Bartlett:

Former head of Vancouver Olympic Committee denies abuse allegations http://bit.ly/RneNRp

Friday September 28, 2012 7:37 Steve Bartlett

7:39

Steve Bartlett:

Health Canada should delay approval of generic OxyContin, health ministers say http://bit.ly/SgrPgo

Friday September 28, 2012 7:39 Steve Bartlett

7:40

Steve Bartlett:

Canadian youth seen as target audience for cellphone recycling programs
http://bit.ly/V4vGBR

Friday September 28, 2012 7:40 Steve Bartlett

7:43	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram The recreational cod fishery closes Sunday at sundown. Tweet us your best cod shots by including #telynl Friday September 28, 2012 7:43 StJohnsTelegram

7:44	Taylor Murphy @Tmurph83 @StJohnsTelegram #telynl pic.twitter.com/dVbqzWL5 Friday September 28, 2012 7:44 Tmurph83

7:45	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Nice fish! Any left? ;) Friday September 28, 2012 7:45 StJohnsTelegram

7:45

Steve Bartlett:

Diabetic dog’s a done deal — Family overwhelmed by donors’ generosity; three-year-old excited to get a puppy http://bit.ly/RnfTMQ

Friday September 28, 2012 7:45 Steve Bartlett

7:46	Friday September 28, 2012 7:46

7:46

Steve Bartlett:

The Mullins family was all smiles after an anonymous donor topped up the fund they’ve been raising to buy daughter Sophie, 3, a diabetic alert dog. Here dad, Jamie, mom, Heidi Pavelka, little brother Owen and Sophie pose for a family portrait Thursday. — Photo by Gary Hebbard/The Telegram

Friday September 28, 2012 7:46 Steve Bartlett

7:48	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Got any pics of the water main break in downtown St. John's? We'd love to share them. Tweet using #telynl Friday September 28, 2012 7:48 StJohnsTelegram

7:54	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Buddy Wasisname & The Other Fellers are live @ thetelegram.com at 9:30. Win Gotta Get Me Moose, B'y (the book) at bit.ly/Rnh6E7 Friday September 28, 2012 7:54 StJohnsTelegram

7:57

Steve Bartlett:

The first person to email me me Buddy Wasisname's real name wins the new Kevin Tobin-illustrated book "Gotta Get Me Moose, B'Y"
I'm at sbartlett@thetelegram.com

Friday September 28, 2012 7:57 Steve Bartlett

7:58

Steve Bartlett:

Blades may not skate this season — Team reported to be seeking one-year leave of absence from provincial senior circuit http://bit.ly/UxWEii

Friday September 28, 2012 7:58 Steve Bartlett

8:04	Friday September 28, 2012 8:04

8:04

Steve Bartlett:

Striking workers at St. John’s International Airport held a lunchtime demonstration Thursday around the main terminal building.The members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada/Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (PSAC/UCTE) received support from Lana Payne, president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour, and Chris Aylward, national vice-president of PSAC, who visited them on the picket line. — Photo by Keith Gosse/The Telegram

Friday September 28, 2012 8:04 Steve Bartlett

8:05

Steve Bartlett:

Labour federation cancels policy convention http://bit.ly/S5tE5x

Friday September 28, 2012 8:05 Steve Bartlett

8:07	Friday September 28, 2012 8:07

8:07

Steve Bartlett:

‘Anything Goes’ offers no message, much fun http://bit.ly/TLnrwx

Friday September 28, 2012 8:07 Steve Bartlett

8:08

Steve Bartlett:

Today editorial: Knight's tale
http://bit.ly/RnjjiO

Friday September 28, 2012 8:08 Steve Bartlett

8:14

Steve Bartlett:

Coming up tomorrow...
• Monthly Positive Thinkers meeting on Sept. 29 at Hotel Mount Pearl. Cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Guest speaker is Kathy Hickman speaking about “change your paradigm, change your life.” Remember to reserve your seat at daemon@positivethinkersclub.org.

• The annual Burry Heights food, fun, and fellowship day will be held on Saturday, Sept. 29 at the Burry Heights United Church camp and retreat centre just off the Trans-Canada Highway on the Salmonier Line. Soup, hot dogs and dessert will be served at lunchtime, and a hot pork loin supper for the evening meal. Other attractions will consist of a sale table of crafts, baked goods and preserves etc., and a silent auction. The evening will wind up with entertainment in the form of a fun filled variety show.

• Heavenly Creatures’ fall flea market will be held at The Curling Club (a.k.a. The Re/Max Centre), 135 Mayor Ave., on Sept. 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We hope you can come out to support our cause. All money raised goes toward the veterinary bills and supplies, for the animals (of which there are over one hundred) in our care. We’ll be at The Curling Club (upper level) the day before the flea market on Friday, Sept. 28 from 12-8 p.m. for the donation drop-off. If you have furniture or other items that you need picked up, please let us know. Call 739-0077 or email info@heavenlycreatures.ca.

• On Sept. 29 La Leche League Canada, an organization offering support to breastfeeding families since 1961, will be holding their annual fundraising Walk for Breastfeeding at 10:30 a.m. at Kenny’s Pond playground. To participate call Jane at 722-5815 or Jan at 739-9368.

• Are you a breast cancer survivor who would like to get fit, have fun and make new friends? The Avalon Dragons invites you to try dragon boating on Sept. 29. Meet at the Paradise Recreation Centre, 68 McNamara Dr., at 1 p.m. A short talk will be followed by a paddle on nearby Octagon Pond. Paddles and life-jackets will be supplied. Rain or shine. For more information online visit www.avalondragons.com or on Facebook.

• The Pouch Cove Library Board and Pouch Cove Heritage Committee invite all local residents and the public to attend a free Culture Days event on Sept. 29 from 1-5 p.m. in Pouch Cove. For more information visit www.pouchcoveheritage.org.

• Rick Fines will be teaching a three hour acoustic guitar workshop taking place on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 1-4 p.m., upstairs at Rocket Bakery at 272 Water St. Cost is $55 and includes a copy of Ricks instructional DVD “Fingerstyle Blues with Rick Fines.” For tickets call the Hall at 753-4531 or book online at www.rca.ca. For questions or more information email john@slideguy.net or call 697-5755.

• The 14th annual St. Francis Blessing of the Animals service on Sept. 29 at 2 p.m. at the Anglican Cathedral, Gower Street entrance. All animals and their owners are welcome. For more information visit www.stjohnsanglicancathedral.org.

• The Bluegrass and Old-Time Country Music Society of Newfoundland and Labrador, Inc. announces the eighth annual Bluegrass and Old-Time Country Music Jamboree on Sept. 29-30 at the Comfort Inn. Tickets now available at O’Brien’s Music Store (753-8135) or at the door. For further information, please visit the Society’s website at www.bluegrass-nl.ca.

Friday September 28, 2012 8:14 Steve Bartlett

8:14	I'm Batman @coreyjmanor RT @StJohnsTelegram: Beautiful sunrise over Terra Nova this morning. #telynl pic.twitter.com/Ha8lCyAq Friday September 28, 2012 8:14 coreyjmanor

8:16	Tely Newfoundland @StJohnsTelegram Family overwhelmed by donors’ generosity; three-year-old excited to get a puppy. ow.ly/e3No1 #telynl Friday September 28, 2012 8:16 StJohnsTelegram

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