Transcribed "Birth Announcements" for Friday, August 08, 2003 { published Sunday, Aug. 10, 2003} courtesy of "The Telegram", St.John's, NL. BREEN - Kevin and Regina (Rideout) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their daughter Shannon Leone. Shannon was born on June 5 at 11:21 p.m. at the WHC, weighing 6 lbs. 13 ozs. Proud grandparents are Kevin and Catherine Breen and Ray and Daphne Rideout. Thanks to Dr. Lacelle, Annette, and Maxine on 5NB. August 08, 2003 CONWAY - Mark and Tracy (March) are pleased to announce the birth of their first child. Kathleen Rose was born in Moncton, N.B. on January 16, 2003, weighing 9 lbs. 4 ozs. Kathleen was welcomed by her proud grandparents Noel and Sandra Conway, Austin and Blanche March and their families. Baptism to be held at Mary Queen of Peace Church August 10, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. August 08, 2003 HOLDEN - On July 2, 2003, at 8:52 p.m. Emma became a proud big sister to BENJAMIN CHRISTOPHER, weighing 9 lbs. 1/2 oz. Proud parents are Dana and Christopher of Mount Pearl. Fifth grandchild for Annie and Wilson Dale of Pouch Cove and second grandchild for David and Jeannette Holden of Mount Pearl. Special thanks to Annette Coates, Dr. Britt Moore and Dr. Heidi Kravitz. August 08, 2003 LAING - It is with much love that Ainsley Rebecca Laing announces the arrival of her new baby brother, Alexander Cory, who was born 3 weeks early on June 17, 2003, at 0854 hrs, weighing 6 pounds and 7 ounces. Alexander is the second child for Kara and Stephen Laing, the second grandchild for Eva and Gene Laing of Upper Gullies and sixth grandchild for Roy and Sandra Taggart of Kelligrews. Proud great-grandparents are Janie Laing of Carbonear, David Clarke of Victoria and Lola and Tom Ogden of Truro, Nova Scotia. Aunt Kim and Uncle Aiden, Aunt Kelly and Uncle Jordy, Aunt Kristen, Uncle Christopher and Aunt Claudette, his cousins Kyle, Emily, Riley and George, and his puppy Jasmine also welcome Alexander to the family. Special thanks to caseroom nurses Karen and Joan, and to Dr. Mossman and Dr. O`Shea for Alexander`s safe arrival and to Dr. Duke for all her wonderful care. We would also like to thank our very special sister and aunt, Cheekie (Kristen) for all her help during t! he first week. We would never have made it without you! Alexander Cory would like to thank his Grandma, his cousin Kyle and his very special uncle for his wonderful name and Kirsty and Brent Tompkins for being his godparents. Kara would like to thank her colleagues for all their support during her pregnancy. Also thanks to all our family and friends for their love and warm wishes. Malcomson- Graham & Pauline (Welsh) are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their new addition, Nathan Anthony. A beautiful baby boy, born July 15th, 2003 at 1:22 am at HSC, weighing 7lbs 5oz. Proud first time grandparents are Denzil & Patsy Welsh (Islington), third Grandchild for Roger & Margaret Malcomson (Liverpool, England). Thanks to Dr. C Pugh for all her care throughout the pregnancy, and Drs Blair Butler, & Justin Flood, for a great delivery. Special thanks to nurses Annette & Vanda (caseroom) & staff of 5NB. Special thanks to Daddy & Nanny Welsh for all the great coaching during labor ! and delivery. August 08, 2003 MURRAY/MERCER - Scot and Stephanie are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, a precious baby boy. Joel MacKinnon was born July 1st, 2003 at Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta, weighing 5 lbs. 2 oz. Proud first time grandparents are Vic and Cindy Mercer of Grand Falls-Windsor and John and Geralyn Murray of C.B.S. Also thrilled with Joel`s safe arrival are his great-grandmothers Jessie Mercer and Catherine Murray, and Aunt Lynn.A August 08, 2003 O`MARA - John & Maggie (Brushett) are overjoyed to announce the arrival of their son. Liam Patrick was born on July 22, 2003, weighing 8 lbs. 2 oz. Proud grandparents Jack & Marie O`Mara, William Brushett. Many thanks to Dr. Lacelle & caseroom staff. Mommy & Liam send special thanks to Daddy, Aunt Frankie & Patricia for all their love & support. August 08, 2003 POWER - Steve and Karen (Hurley) and big sister Heather are thrilled to announce the arrival of their precious angel, Jessica Clare, born August 6, 2003 at 8:26 a.m., weighing 9 lbs. 4 oz. at the Women`s Health Centre, St. John`s. Proud grandparents are Pat and Barb Hurley and Diana and Edward (Fox) Power of St. John`s. Special thank you to Dr. Cherry Pike for her excellent care. Thanks also to Dr. Ciganovic, the staff of the caseroom and 4 North B. August 08, 2003 SQUIRES - Blair and Cathy (Wilson) are happy to announce the birth of their beautiful baby boy, Brayden Wilson, born at the IWK Health Center, Halifax, NS on July 4, 2003, weighing 8 lbs. 4 oz. Proud grandparents are Robert and Margaret Wilson, Lower Sackville, NS and Cal and Daphne Squires, St. John`s, NL. August 08, 2003 STRONG/UPADHYA - David and Lynda Strong are pleased to announce the birth of granddaughter Anjuli Lynda Upadhya Strong, 8 lbs. 8 ozs., born May 20, 2003, at home in Toronto to Joanna Strong and Gaurav Upadhya. Equally proud grandparents are Krishna and Neeta Upadhyaya and Uncle Harsh Upadhyaya of Winnipeg. Brother David (2) now has a lovely little sister. Anjuli is the third great-grandchild of George and Joan Marshall of St. John`s. August 08, 2003 TOBIN - Rick and Wanda (nee Stamp) and big brother Daniel are delighted to announce the safe and quick arrival of Christopher Gerard, born on July 31, 2003, at 2108, weighing 8 lbs. 71/2 ozs. Proud grandparents Anita Stamp, Gerry and Gertrude Tobin; great-grandmothers Mrs. Isabelle Kielly and Mrs. Laura Tobin of St. Mary`s Bay. Special thanks to Dr. Cheryl Pugh, Dr. Tallon, Roxanne Vardy, Dr. Nicholson, and all the delivery team. Also the 5th floor nursing staff. A very special thank you to Daddy for being so helpful and supportive over the last couple of months. August 08, 2003