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A Feast for the ages: Leonard Cohen returns to St. John’s

As Montreal's poet-songwriter and master of romantic despair returns to St. John's, the woman who has been organizing an annual local event to celebrate his music is finally brought full circle. This is Vicky Hynes' account of Leonard Cohen's April 20 performance at Mile One Centre.

Penashue dodges CBC reporter’s question … again
Water they waiting for?

How Canadian mining companies are profiting from environmental and human rights abuses in water-poor countries, and with the help of the Canadian government.

Thirty years of foolishness and tears: Buddy Wasisname and the Other Fellers “still kickin'”

A photo essay of Newfoundland and Labrador's favourite musical-comedy troupe, by Zach Bonnell.

NL government practice “dangerously undemocratic”
Blue Rodeo is Idle No More!

Some notes from the Jan. 19 show at Mile One Centre...

Guide to Bill 29
Atlantis Music Prize shortlist announced

And the nominees are...

PHOTO: Matt Mays at Club One, St. John’s (13 Nov. 2012)
Remembrance Day, St. John’s, Nov. 11, 2012