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Summer has come to an abrupt end at Splash 'N Putt Resort near Glovertown. At 7pm Sunday evening, the highway-side waterpark turned off the water taps due to low attendance. The business was only able to use a portion of their pool this season, because legislative changes required them to hire a nationally certified lifeguard - and they couldn't get one. Newfoundland Morning's Gavin Simms spoke with Splash n' Putt co-owner Shane Gardiner on Friday.

ICYMI: Here at Newfoundland Morning, we're always looking around for fundraisers that are a little "off the beaten path," so to speak. And this one caught our eye! The First Annual Charity Nosework Scavenger Hunt started Saturday, August 24th, in Corner Brook and will close on Saturday, Aug. 31. We spoke with Christine Doucet, the owner and operator of Pawsitive Training NL, before the contest started.

It’s been ten years since Sharon and Andy Wright started farming in Pasadena. And, this past weekend, Wright's Family Farm held a big celebration. The CBC’s Amy Feehan stopped by to find out about the accomplishments -and challenges -- the Wrights have experienced during the past decade.

Rising food prices in NL cause some people to cut back on spending - and food banks are busier than ever. Recent data from the provincial government show that a basket of nutritious food cost the average family of four $333 per week in 2023. That's eight per cent more than in 2022. Costs were even higher in rural and northern areas. Food First NL argues that these numbers show social supports aren't keeping up with the cost of living. Josh Smee is the CEO.

If you happened to see a tall fella with grey dreadlocks behind the wheel of an old convertible this week, he is, in fact, THAT guy from TV. Mike Hall is one of the stars of the wildly popular show Rust Valley Restorers, and they're in the midst of a whirlwind Newfoundland visit. CBC's Gavin Simms reached Mike as they were pulling into Swift Current. 

It all started back in 1992 on the northern peninsula. That's when Youth Ventures began, with two young entrepreneurs. Today, the organization works with about 300 students aged 12-29, and has helped start about 200 businesses. They honour some outstanding young business owners with their Youth Venture Awards every year. Logan MacRae is the owner of Dangles, a personalized sports apparel business based in Corner Brook. Charlotte Fillier is the owner of Charlotte's Critter Care, a pet boarding business based in Englee.

Choices for Youth is one of the biggest non-profits in this province. They rely on government funding to provide support to young people, ranging from housing to employment services. Recently, however, that funding has taken a hit. Jen Crowe is the executive director of Choices for Youth. She spoke with CBC's Martin Jones. 

The small town of Isle aux Morts on the southwest coast of Newfoundland is dealing with some pretty serious issues with its water supply. Officials discovered E. Coli in the town's tap water. Originally discovered in only one municipal building, the entire town is now under a boil water advisory. Deputy mayor of Isle aux Morts Thomas Herritt provided an update.

Here at Newfoundland Morning, we're always looking around for fundraisers that are a little "off the beaten path," so to speak. And this one caught our eye! The First annual charity nosework scavenger hunt is taking place on Saturday, August 24th, in Corner Brook. We spoke with Christine Doucet, the owner and operator of Pawsitive Training NL, to learn more about it.

Multiple Myeloma is the second most common form of blood cancer, and the Canadian Cancer Society estimates there were 3,900 new cases last year. Jasmine Way lost her dad, Monty Way to the disease in 2023. Now she’s planning an event to raise awareness and money for myeloma research, as well as programs to support patients. The Multiple Myeloma March is happening in Corner Brook at the Majestic Lawn this Sunday.