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    School Food Program questions and frustration

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 12:06


    There was fanfare and millions of dollars flowing when the province signed on to the federal School Food Program last fall. However, with scant information and no food on the table... a mom and volunteer from St. Joseph's says she can't find out if or when kids might get a meal at her school. (Krissy Holmes with Petrina Daley)

    Health with Dr. Iris Gorfinkel: Alzheimer's blood test

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 8:29


    Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease early on is not straight forward.  A new blood test has been approved in the United States that could increase the odds of identifying the disease while still in its early stages.  On The Go's health contributor takes a look. (Krissy Holmes with Dr. Iris Gorfinkel)

    First ministers' meeting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 15:14


    The premiers pitched their big "nation building" projects to the prime minister today. NL premier John Hogan says this province is focused on fast-tracking its energy projects... including offshore oil. Ahead of the Energy NL conference in St, John's Tuesday, we speak to the company CEO about the message and timing. (Krissy Holmes with Charlene Johnson)

    Provincial fire update + why no province wide fire ban?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 10:08


    The latest on the Churchill Falls blaze and fire conditions throughout the province as we head into the weekend + despite the high risk, no province-wide fire ban has been implemented, only in certain areas. CBC reporter Jenna Head asked just this to recently appointed premier John Hogan. (Krissy Holmes with Jeff Motty)(Jenna Head with Premier John Hogan)

    David Pomeroy shaves for the brave

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 12:24


    He's not on stage singing Barber of Seville today, but local opera star David Pomeroy is in the barber's chair having his head shaved to raise money for young adults with cancer. We spoke with about the why's and how's. (Krissy Holmes and Ella Burke with David Pomeroy and Sarah Halliday)

    Terra Nova-The Peninsulas ballot dispute explained

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 10:18


    A head scratcher. We dug into the judge's report on his decision on the intensely disputed riding of Terra-Nova-The Peninsulas. Political scientist Alex Marland told us all about why the recount panned out the way it did. (Krissy Holmes with Alex Marland)

    Fighting for dignity, and a proper burial

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 12:59


    The province has posted the names of it's unclaimed bodies online, but it turns out claiming one of the deceased isn't that easy. We heard hear from 2 Harbour Grace residents who wants to arrange for a dignified burial for one of the deceased but so far have hit road blocks. (Krissy Holmes with Gordon French and Pauline Yetman)

    Boots on the ground at Churchill Falls

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 8:41


    We checked in with CBC reporter Terry Roberts who's on the ground in Churchill Falls as a wildfire burns just one kilometer from the town. (Krissy Holmes with Terry Roberts)

    Placentia gets ready to get-well

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 10:59


    Information on health, wellness and connection are on offer for folks in the Placentia area, there's a Community Well-Being Fair happening. We found out just what it's all about and how it can help. (Krissy Holmes with Lyndsey Hynes and Dr. Pat Parfrey)

    Churchill Falls fire update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 7:25


    The west of Labrador is still under an extreme fire hazard warning. We got the latest update from the province. (Krissy Holmes with Craig Coady)

    Got gas?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 7:18


    Bell Islands last gas station closed the pumps yesterday. Now residents of Bell Island are facing a ferry-ride to the nearest gas station. We'll speak with the Mayor of Wabana. (Andrew Hawthorn with Philip Tobin)

    In the shadow of last year's fires

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 9:57


    An extreme fire hazard warning already this year in Lab West and Happy Valley Goose Bay areas has people on edge. We'll hear more on how people are feeling there with last year's massive fire and evacuation still fresh in their minds. (Andrew Hawthorn with Ron Barton)

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    Labrador braces for the worst

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 10:46


    The risk of forest fires in Labrador right now is as high as it gets. It's becoming a familiar feeling for residents of Lab West, who just over a year ago were forced to evacuate in the face of wildfires threatening the region. (Andrew Hawthorn with Kya Costigan)

    Day 1 for a new MP

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 10:27


    A day to remember for a rookie MP. There was splendor and majesty galore on display on Parliament Hill. We heard all about this grand initiation into federal politics from newly minted Labrador MP Philip Earle. (Andrew Hawthorn with Philip Earl)

    Going green and winning the green

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 7:24


    A local St. John's-based company wins a national green energy prize. We heard about how the competition and its winner promote the transition to clean energy. (Andrew Hawthorn with Bill Donovan and Colin Corbett)

    Drama on the high cliffs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 8:31


    A stranded border collie got a happy ending in Harbour Grace on the weekend. We heard all about Argo's misadventure and rescue from his owner, and the Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade . (Andrew Hawthorn with Chris Noseworthy and Robyn Hindy)

    PM Carney is down with the crown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 12:02


    Prime Minister Carney is rolling out the red carpet in Ottawa for King Charles and Queen Camilla. Their plane touched down yesterday, and the King will be opening Parliament with a speech today, sending a symbolic message to our neighbours to the south. We got some perspective from a local royal watcher. (Andrew Hawthorn with Carla Conway)

    Holy Rosary Church ruled property of Roman Catholic Episcopal Corporation of St. John's

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 8:22


    People in Portugal Cove South have lost their long-fought legal battle to become owners of the Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church. We reach the lawyer who represents the residents of the southern Avalon community. (Krissy Holmes with Kyle Rees)

    The farming season begins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 7:18


    The weather is all over the place... with sunshine, rain, snow and frost all possible on any day. Keeping track of it must feel like a full-time job for gardeners and farmers. We check in with a homesteader in Mobile who runs the “Backyard Farming and Homesteading NL” Facebook group to see how his season is shaping up. (Krissy Holmes with Steve McBride)

    EDI/AR in STEM programs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 13:17


    There aren't a lot of black physics professors in Canada - and that's something one Dalhousie professor wanted to fix. We hear how he did it... and his advice to teachers in this province to make science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields more diverse. (Krissy Holmes with Kevin Hewitt)

    Local librarians celebrate Michael Crummey's Dublin Prize win

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 8:06


    In their own quiet way, librarians across the province were feeling pretty festive Thursday. We reach one of them who manages the Newfoundland and Labrador collections at the A.C. Hunter Library in St. John's to find out why Michael Crummey's big news was also a very special moment for the local library.  (On The Go's Jamie Fitzpatrick with Rachel Head)

    'Patty Boy's Project: Truth and Reconciliation'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 11:39


    We speak with two Gambo high school students and Mi'kmaq Chief Mi'sel Joe about a project created to honour the first Indigenous member of the RCMP from his community - and to help spread awareness of the issues faced by Indigenous people. (Krissy Holmes with Chief Mi'sel Joe and students Leah Hunt and Joseph Bennett)

    Fogo Island ferry service concerns

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 8:43


    The mayor of Fogo Island says last summer's ferry service was a nightmare that took millions out of the town's economy. Now, residents worry they're facing a repeat. (Krissy Holmes with Fogo Island mayor Andrew Shea)

    Postal strike deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 12:33


    As the clock ticked down on yet another postal strike, we checked back with the local union rep - president of CUPW Local 126. (Krissy Holmes with Mike MacDonald)

    MUN budget cuts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 8:47


    Memorial University says it has to cut spending by over $20-million this year. Where will they find that money?We reach the vice-president (Internal) of the MUN Faculty Association to find out what to expect. (Krissy Holmes with Russell Williams)

    Food Network Spring Baking Champion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 11:53


    We'll get your mouth watering when we introduce you to the Food Network's Spring Baking Champion... who is originally from St. John's. We reached her to hear all about the culinary delights that snagged her the title. (Krissy Holmes with Priya Windsor)

    International EDI-AR Conference

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 21:16


    It's been a hard year for equity, diversity and Inclusion policies... but advocates are pushing hard to continue the work. This week, a bunch of the big policy shapers from around the world are in St. John's for Memorial University's International EDI-AR conference. We find out more about how global politics are shaping the conversation and work with MUN's vice-provost for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism and a municipal Equity, Anti-Racism and Accessibility program manager at the Association for Municipal Administrators of Nova Scotia. (Krissy Holmes with Delores Mullings and Julie Glaser)

    Canada Post strike deadline looms

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 9:31


    Canada Post deliveries could come to a stop on Friday as 55,000 postal workers across Canada are set to go on strike again. We get the latest from the president of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers Local 126 in St. John's. (Krissy Holm3es with Mike McDonald)

    Field parties concerns

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 10:05


    Underage drinking, fires, weapons and bear spray. For the last three nights police have responded to serious reports about field parties in and around the St. John's area. We reached the RNC media spokesperson to get the latest on what's been happening. (Krissy Holmes with Constable James Cadigan)

    Gutcheck VIVO microbiome test for women

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 13:39


    A local medical tech company has just launched a new tool specifically designed to help women manage their health. We hear about the new Gutcheck VIVO from the co-founder and CEO of Nucliq Biologics. (Krissy Holmes with Dr. Nikitha Kendyala)

    MUN tuition increase

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 11:00


    Budget cuts at Memorial University have been put on hold for a year... but student tuition is still on the rise. The chair of the Canadian Federation of Students in NL and the director of campaigns for MUN's Student Union join us in the On The Go studio with reaction to the news. (Krissy Holmes with Nicholas Keough and Rana Abuidris)

    Multiple-award winner Summer Bennett

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 8:33


    The accolades keep coming for local music sensation Summer Bennett. From the ECMA for Dance Release of the Year to winning the International Songwriting Competition Teen category... her song "Just a Phase" beat out thousands of entries from around the world. We welcome her to the On The Go studio to talk about her incredible career - thus far. (Guest-host Todd O'Brien with Summer Bennett)

    Traditional forest fire prevention

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 6:01


    We hear from the chief of the Flat Bay Band about forest fire prevention methods that have been used for generations by Mi'kmaq in the area. (Guest-host Todd O'Brien with Chief Joanne Miles)

    Trails, Tales and Tunes kickoff weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 8:01


    Excitement is building in Norris Point at the doorstep Gros Morne National Park... where the Trails, Tales and Tunes Festival kick-off party is about to begin. We get a preview from the chair of the festival. (Guest-host Todd O'Brien with Greg Knott)

    Butlerville prepares for return of 'Canada's Got Talent' winner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 4:26


    The hometown hero returns! We reach one of the organizers of the big Butlerville welcome on Saturday for Canada's Got Talent winner Jacob Lewis. (Guest-host Todd O'Brien with Peggy McDougall)

    Reflecting on how it feels to be a new MP

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 9:26


    You have a staff, a travel budget... and the pay is very good. All you have to do is take over an entire branch of the Canadian government. We speak with a former MP about what it's like to be a rookie joining the federal cabinet. (Guest-host Jamie Fitzpatrick with Gudie Hutchings)

    Debut recording for Evan Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 12:54


    There's a big party planned for Friday night at the Majestic in St. John's as a veteran performer from many shows and musicals is putting his own songs in the spotlight. Evan Smith joins us in the On The Go studio to introduce his new album "Turn on the Dark" and take a look at the various incarnations of his career. (Guest-host Jamie Fitzpatrick with Evan Smith)

    Kitchen gardening with 'The Victory'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 9:24


    Imagine growing your own fresh vegetables without any garden or greenhouse or dirt... but instead with a kitchen appliance about the size of a refrigerator. After much research and development and 3D printing... a St. John's start-up has created that appliance. We drop by the lab located in a house in St. John's. (Guest-host Jamie Fitzpatrick with Amy and Shawn Fisher)

    Pope Leo's connection to the Sisters of Mercy of Newfoundland

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 7:27


    There's an unexpected connection between Pope Leo XIV and the Sisters of Mercy in St. John's... who've worked with him through their ministry in Peru. (Jamie Fitzpatrick with Sister Rosemary Ryan)

    Twillingate icebergs tour with Captain Dave

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 5:09


    it's iceberg season in Twillingate... and folks are flocking there for the majestic display. We check in with Captain Dave Boyd - who's out on the water with a tour as we speak. (Guest-host Jamie Fitzpatrick with Captain Dave and visiting tourists)

    Watching Jacob Lewis's Canada's Got Talent win

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 6:41


    It was Jacob Lewis mania in his hometown of Butlerville/Bay Roberts last night, as he prevailed as the champion on Canada's Got Talent. Jacob's a regular and very popular performer at the Newfoundland Distillery Company in Clarke's Beach. That's where we reached the operations manager to talk about Jacob's winning run. (Guest-host Jamie Fitzpatrick with Kayla Anstey)

    Canada's Got Talent winner Jacob Lewis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 9:50


    He is now officially the man with the million dollar voice. Jacob Lewis joins us to relive his grand prize performance Tuesday night on Canada's Got Talent... not bad for a Newfoundland oil worker who does most of his singing in the car. (Guest-host Jamie Fitzpatrick with Jacob Lewis)

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