We return to the town of Summerford, where residents are

We return to the town of Summerford, where residents are protesting the Town's decision to forbid livestock

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Last week on Newfoundland Morning, we spoke with Julia Hawkins of Summerford. She told us how the town issued removal orders to several residents who own livestock in the small town. Hawkins was given 30 days to remove her pony, Sparks, and its barn. For the past week, residents have been protesting at the Town Hall to be able to keep their farms and animal friends. Katie Anstey has been a part of the protests, and she spoke with the CBC's Gavin Simms.

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