Bishop's Falls
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Geography
It is in Division No. 6, on the Exploits River, near the town of Grand Falls-Windsor and the town of Botwood. It is commonly thought of as having the warmest summer temperatures in all of Newfoundland and Labrador. Nestled along the Exploits River, the town derives its name from the waterfalls within its boundaries.
History
The railroad played a pivotal role in shaping Bishop's Falls, serving as a central hub for the Caribou passenger train, colloquially referred to as The Newfie Bullet. A remarkable trestle stands in the town, the longest east of Quebec. This trestle withstood powerful ice flows and floods that destroyed its predecessors.
Demographics
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| North: Division No. 6, Subd. C | ||
| West: Division No. 6, Subd. C |
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East: Division No. 6, Subd. D |
| South: Division No. 6, Subd. C |
Notable people
- Alex Faulkner, first National Hockey League player from Newfoundland and Labrador, shared the ice with Gordie Howe.
- George Faulkner, first professional hockey player from Newfoundland and Labrador (minor-pro)
- Scott Simms, MP, former Member of Parliament and former Weather Network broadcaster
See also
References
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