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Gypsy’s Bakery Destroyed in Fire

Gypsy’s Bakery Destroyed in Fire

The iconic Churchill deli and restaurant that was the most popular gathering place in Churchill was destroyed in an early morning fire early this morning.. The building, described as a total loss by Churchill mayor Mike Spence, caught fire just after midnight. Fire...

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China Firm Enters Ring to Buy Port

China Firm Enters Ring to Buy Port

Just when you thought the Port of Churchill and accompanying Hudson Bay Line were in a negotiated sale...again...another potential suitor has arisen to acquire the assets and begin shipping from the port. Executives from Herun Group Co. Ltd., a Chinese company with...

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Churchill Port and Hudson Bay Line Sold…Again?

Churchill Port and Hudson Bay Line Sold…Again?

  A Manitoba First Nations group has formed a partnership with an independent company to establish the reopening of the rail line to Churchill and potential operation of the grain port in Churchill. Heard that before? Well, this time we might be in for the real...

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Have You Seen A Pingo Lately?

Have You Seen A Pingo Lately?

A pingo is a mound of earth-covered ice found in the Arctic and sub Arctic reaching up to 70 meters high and up to 900 meters in diameter.  A pingo is a periglacial land form, or a form of patterned ground that is a characteristic of colder climates such as the Arctic...

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Would You “Eskimo Kiss” A Polar Bear

Would You “Eskimo Kiss” A Polar Bear

Eskimo kissing as we know it in western culture never really happens the way it's depicted in movies or media. The myth of Inuit or Eskimo's kissing by touching nose to nose as a romantic gesture is only myth. The gesture is based loosely on a traditional Inuit...

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Churchill Shipwreck- The Iconic MV Ithaca

Churchill Shipwreck- The Iconic MV Ithaca

If you have been to Churchill you have more than likely seen the infamous Ithaca shipwreck just off the coast heading toward the airport or polar rover launch-site.  The ship rests on the sea-bed 12 miles east of Churchill in Bird Cove. Built in Three - Rivers, Quebec...

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Churchill Field Notes -Northern Lights Photos

Churchill Field Notes -Northern Lights Photos

Three more cool northern lights photos from Alex De Vries Magnifico in Churchill. The Aurora Domes shot is a great view of the aurora above the domes from a low ground level angle. With the temperatures well below freezing, the comfort of the domes has been...

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Fresh Field Notes From Churchill – Northern lights

Fresh Field Notes From Churchill – Northern lights

Natural Habitat Adventures guide Drew Hamilton reports that northern lights season in Churchill got off to a roaring start this week! Awesome aurora borealis and fine first looks from Natural Habitat's Aurora pod and the Aurora Domes warmed the hearts and hands of his...

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Live Northern Lights Q and A Friday at 5pm ET – Explore.org

Live Northern Lights Q and A Friday at 5pm ET – Explore.org

  Ever wonder what the perfect conditions are for seeing the magnificent northern lights ? When and where are the best places to see them? Why are various northern lights different colors? Well, you can get all the answers from an expert today right here! Click this...

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