Andrew Hawthorn

Journalist

Andrew Hawthorn is a writer and reporter working with the CBC in St. John's.

Latest from Andrew Hawthorn

3 in hospital, 1 dead after plane crash in Bay of Islands: RNC

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada says an investigation is underway into the circumstances that led to what it's calling an "accident" that happened on Newfoundland's west coast Friday.

Planning to watch next year's total solar eclipse? Get yourself to Gander

In April, Newfoundland and Labrador will see its first total eclipse since 1972. And one of the best spots in all the world to watch it will be Gander.

Bonavista Peninsula plays 'host' to 23 contemporary art works for 2023 biennale

The Bonavista Biennale, a world-class public art event filled with immersive and sometimes challenging art, is back across the Bonavista Peninsula.
Analysis

What we talk about when we talk about thinking of the children

Children have been used as an excuse to push back against human rights advances over at least the past century and a half, and it's still happening today.

Social Justice Co-op says former board member stole $60K in funds

The St. John's-based non-profit organization has had to lay off staff and suspend vital community programming in the wake of the theft.

Robots, hairstyling and new discoveries: N.L. students test out their skills for future careers

About 300 junior high students from 27 schools around Newfoundland and Labrador competed Saturday at the 19th annual Skills Canada Intermediate Challenge.

Memorial restoration uncovers WW II history of 'Newfoundland's most bereaved mother'

In restoring the memorial grotto of Outer Cove's Margaret O'Brien, the team discovered some previously unknown history about the fate of her four sons, lost in the war.

Gold coin discovered in Newfoundland could be oldest English coin in Canada

A discovery on a beach on Newfoundland's south coast presents a mystery regarding European contact with North America.

N.L. photographer wins international award but can't accept it due to visa red tape

A photography exhibit showcasing Newfoundland landscapes and portraits to the art world in Europe was postponed this week, as artist Ting Ting Chen continues her three-month fight for a Canadian temporary resident visa.

'I'm not going anywhere': Resettlement offer comes as shock to Mud Lake residents

The provincial government is offering resettlement money for residents of Mud Lake in Labrador, which was devastated by flooding in 2017. But residents, as well as legal representatives, question their motives.