The volunteer environmental organization, Friends of Bonne Bay (FOBB), is concerned about the health and well-being of the Bay. The objective of the report is to assess the historical and contemporary “state of the environment” of Bonne Bay, to determine the extent to which its marine ecosystem is resilient and healthy, and to identify what changes have occurred in recent decades to its physical, biological, and ecological components.

The FOBB hope to initiate a dialogue among residents,... Read More

This year Western Health’s vaccine clinics will provide both flu vaccines and COVID-19 vaccines. Residents may receive both vaccines safely at the same time.

Appointments are required for flu shots. Residents who wish to receive a COVID vaccine at the same appointment as their flu shot do not need to book a separate appointment for their COVID vaccine.  In this case, individuals should book a flu shot appointment and on arrival at the clinic, advise the registration clerk that they also need a COVID vaccine.... Read More

Radio Bingo hosted by the Lions Club and the Kinsmen Club has returned to VOBB on Sunday, Monday and Wednesday nights at 7 PM. You may pick up bingo cards at Rudy’s and C&J Rumbolt’s in Norris Point, Endacott’s and C&J Rumbolt’s in Rocky Harbour for both bingos and (for Lion’s Bingo) at Pete’s One-Stop in Woody Point.

Jackpots:

Sunday, December 11: $500.00 on 50 calls

Monday, November 28: $8127.00 on 55 calls (Consolation prize $500 or more)

Wednesday,... Read More

Here is the first of what we hope will be a series of opinion pieces on the recent plans to put windmills on the west coast of the Province. We welcome opinions from all perspectives, for and against this issue.

Please send your comments to voiceofbonnebay@gmail.com, using “wind power” as the subject line.

The following article was written by the recently deceased Cabot Martin: https://unclegnarley.ca/2022/08/gnl-rushing-into-another-scheme-cabot-martin/... Read More

Check out our Audio Archive page at the top to hear some interesting interviews with musicians, scientists and community members. Send us a message at voiceofbonnebay@gmail.com with your comments.... Read More

If you are looking for information about events in Gros Morne, try this web site: Visit Gros Morne.... Read More

Interviews with Margaret King about her time in a Hutterite community. Check out this SoundCloud link to hear this series of interviews that originally aired on VOBB in 2021.Peter Tatrallyay recounts his escape from Hungary as a nine yr old in 1957 during the Hungarian Revolution. We at VOBB radio would like to thank Peter for sharing his story with us. Click this link to hear Escape From Hungary in 4 parts: https://soundcloud.com/user-443262917... Read More

VOBB Radio is operated 100% by volunteers. Volunteers consist of people from all age groups (children to senior citizens!), and all walks of life. Our volunteers also begin with varying experience in radio, from those who don’t know the upside of a microphone, to those who can completely re-wire the station in an hour. But, not to worry. The only requirement of being a volunteer with VOBB is having a good attitude and the willingness to learn some new skills while having fun!... Read More

The Gulf of St Lawrence is under immediate pressure for oil and gas exploration, particularly at the Old Harry prospect. A synthesis of the regulatory process that has taken place over the last few years indicates that important societal decisions soon to be made by various ministries and environmental groups are going to be based on numerous disagreements between the private sector and government agencies. The review also shows that the regulatory process has taken place with a complete lack of independent oceanographic research.... Read More