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The times they are a changing

The times they are a changing

Music just isn’t the same as it used to be. But that isn’t necessarily a bad thing.
This is my take on new music and why it’s just as good as the music from the 1960’s.

So, you think you can dance?

So, you think you can dance?

Whether they’re popping and locking, or twirling and jumping, a growing number of people are taking up dancing as a hobby. Wannabe dancers are flooding dance classes and conventions, hoping to become the next big thing. So if you’ve been wondering what’s got everybody dancing in the streets, you can listen here to find out why.

Muslim student says goodbye to Canada’s hits and misses

Muslim student says goodbye to Canada’s hits and misses

When Ayat Abu Hantash moved to Canada from Jordan four years ago to study journalism at St. Thomas University, she was ecstatic at the thought of experiencing a culture where she would be considered equal to those around her.  She couldn’t wait to experience all the human rights and freedoms we enjoy here.  She never [...]

To rock bottom and back again: My journey to overcome major depression

To rock bottom and back again: My journey to overcome major depression

In January of 2010, my final semester of university began. I marked the first month by attending a concert I won’t soon forget.
I’d been listening to Tegan and Sara since my first year of university, when a friend recommended them to me because of their raw, emotional lyrics.
That’s me, you see. Raw and emotional.
Since I [...]

Cann’s long road to coaching

Cann’s long road to coaching

St. Thomas University’s men’s soccer coach Darren Cann has been involved in soccer all of his life. Listen how the former pro moved his way through the English soccer system which eventually led him to coaching in New Brunswick

Darren’s Story
Darren Cann talking about winning the 2001 FA Vase Cup

Left Behind: Three women wait as soldiers head overseas

Left Behind: Three women wait as soldiers head overseas

Four-year-old Josh King holds his hand out to the glass wall separating the departure lounge from the rest of Fredericton airport. His father Chris raises his hand to meet Josh’s and they briefly share a moment before Chris turns to leave and board a plane.
He is heading to Petawawa, Ontario, and from there – Afghanistan.
“Bye [...]

The Mind Thief

The Mind Thief

Theresa and Robert Cole’s lives changed in 2006 when Robert was diagnosed with a rare form of dementia. The following looks at the struggles that they and thousands of family face when dealing with this disease.
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Goodbye to STU

Goodbye to STU

So initially this piece was supposed to be a news story about the graduating class of 2010 and the 100th convocation at St. Thomas University.  But, while thinking about it last night, lying in bed, my long-suffering husband snoring gently beside me, I thought to hell with that!  This story is about ME!  I’m the [...]

Assessing the media; death by suicide

Assessing the media; death by suicide

How can we produce graphic stories about war, murder, earthquakes and other catastrophic events but we can’t report the news about a lost soul choosing to end his own life?

Surviving OxyContin: Methadone program gives life back to addicts, community

Surviving OxyContin: Methadone program gives life back to addicts, community

Chris Andrews slouches on a chair with his eyes rolling back in his head. He’s limp and has never felt so relaxed. Three-hundred milligrams of OxyContin would do that to the best of us.  A cigarette dangles from his lips. The ashes gather on his t-shirt.  It hurts to keep his eyes open but he [...]

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