Unsuccessful attempts were made to try to save boy at Barachois Pond Provincial Park

A 17-year-old boy who had been fishing at Barachois Pond Provincial Park on Newfoundland's west coast has died after his fishing line became hooked on something in the water.

Bay St. George RCMP received a report from a park warden around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday that the teen could not be found after he was last seen in the water about seven metres from shore.

Police said the boy, who was…

Singer has supported PETA and other animal rights causes

Seal processing company Carino took a unique approach to promoting the hunt outside the Bryan Adams concert in St. John's on Saturday night.

Adams, who played two shows at Mile One, has previously supported animal rights group PETA, and opposed the seal hunt.

Carino Processing Ltd. CEO Dion Dakins set up a van to sell pelts and other seal products near the…

Facts and Myths

Beagles have been used for hunting in Newfoundland and other areas for decades and have commonly been called “hunting” or “rabbit” dogs. Because these dogs have been associated with outdoor sport for generations, it has lead to the opinion that beagles, and hounds in general, should be kept as “outdoor” dogs requiring minimal care and little human…