• The Corridor, September 19th 2024
    Sep 18 2024

    In this episode of the Corridor, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Christena Lawrie reports on the upcoming launch and invitation for home movie submissions to be featured at the inaugural Home Movie Day at The Screening Room this October. Owen Fullerton, LJI Reporter for YGK News follows with a story on the commencement of modular bridge building over the Lasalle Causeway read by Dinah Jansen. Jansen also reads a report by Michelle Dorey-Forstell, LJI Reporter for the Kingstonist on lower costs to Kingston Police over move-in weekend at Queen’s University. Ted Evans, LJI Reporter for Amherst Island Radio follows with a report on the Great Lakes Islands Alliance’s announcement of its first ever strategic plan, and Jansen follows with the CFRC Environment Canada Weather Report.

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    24 mins
  • The Corridor, September 12th 2024
    Sep 12 2024

    In this episode CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Christena Lawrie covers new fundraising efforts by Murney Tower for its centennial celebrations next year. Then, Dinah Jansen reads a story by Owen Fullerton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for YGK news on the closure of Blu Martini in downtown Kingston followed by Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Keith Dempsey’s report on the continued closure of the Water Street Bridge in Gananoque. Ted Evans, LJI Reporter for CJAI FM follows with a story on a new online engagement platform for residents in Loyalist Township. Jansen then reads Philip Blancher, Local Journalism Reporter for the Morrisburg Leader’s, story on new changes in Ontario classrooms and Jeff Gard, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFWN in Cobourg reports on slower housing sales in Northumberland County. Local concert and events listings follow along with a new segment in partnership with the Kingston Music Office called ‘Release Radar’ followed by weather and traffic for the Kingston area.

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    30 mins
  • Corridor September 5th 2024
    Sep 5 2024

    In this episode, CFRC 101.9 FM’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Christena Lawrie covers a story on a new study on key factors that contribute to the increase in demand for pediatric urgent care in Kingston. Then, Local Journalism Reporter Keith Dempsey of the Brockville Recorder and Times has a report on new water infrastructure funding for the Town of Gananoque. Following that is Jeff Gard, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFWN-FM in Cobourg on Northumberland County’s continued work with encampment members facing eviction. Then LJI Reporter for CJPE County FM in Picton has a story on new opportunities to see the iconic World War II era Lancaster bomber followed by a report by Ted Evans, LJI Reporter for CJAI Amherst Island news on the Lennox & Addington Studio Tour hosting live music for the first time.

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    29 mins
  • August 29th, 2024
    Aug 29 2024

    In this week’s episode of The Corridor, CFRC’s Christena Lawrie provides a story that covers a recent study highlighting the struggles of Ontario’s healthcare workers.

    Dinah Jansen reads a story from Owen Fullerton of YGK News about the departure of a primary care provider from a local medical clinic.

    Ted Evans of CJAI Amherst Island Radio follows with a story about the election of Nathan Townend to the Association of Municipalities Ontario. CJPE’s Brenda Little, with a story about the potential expansion of water/wastewater services in PEC. Lastly, Jeff Gard from CFWN Cobourg with a story about the issuance of a fine to the Golden Plough Lounge.

    The episode wraps with the weather forecast and concert and events listings for the Kingston Area through September 1st.

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    33 mins
  • August 22nd, 2024
    Aug 22 2024

    In this week’s episode of The Corridor, CFRC’s Christena Lawrie provides an update on the future of Lemoine’s Point.

    Jesse Bell reads a story from Owen Fullerton of YGK News that provides an update on the future of a fully accessible playground at Shannon Park.

    Ted Evans of CJAI Amherst Island Radio follows with two stories. The first is about Loyalist Township’s support of a new multi-residential tax subclass, and the second details council’s funding approval for renovations to Layer Cake Hill. Jeff Gard from CFWN Cobourg with a story about the presence of West Nile Virus in a mosquito in Northumberland County.

    The episode wraps with the weather forecast and concert and events listings for the Kingston Area through August 25th.

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    29 mins
  • The Corridor, August 15th, 2024
    Aug 15 2024

    In this week’s episode of The Corridor, CFRC’s Christena Lawrie provides some important information about the 2024 edition of Kingston Writers Fest.

    Dinah Jansen reads a story from Owen Fullerton of YGK News about about new Federal funding for Kingston’s Great Lakes Museum. Jesse Bell with a story from Keith Dempsey of the Brockville Recorder & Times about an upcoming TLTI Council meeting about a bylaw amendment application.

    Ted Evans of CJAI Amherst Island Radio follows with a story about the launch of an Eastern Ontario food blog. Jeff Gard from CFWN Cobourg with a story about Port Hope’s participation in a provincial digital wedding license pilot program.

    The episode wraps with the weather forecast and concert and events listings for the Kingston Area through August 18th.

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    31 mins
  • The Corridor, August 8th 2024
    Aug 8 2024

    In this week’s episode of The Corridor, CFRC’s Christena Lawrie presents a story on the relocation of the Isobel Turner library branch.

    Dinah Jansen reads a story from Keith Dempsey of the Brockville Recorder & Times about the success of the Les FestivILES music festival. Jesse Bell with the Paris 2024 Olympics Recap.

    Ted Evans of CJAI Amherst Island Radio follows with an update about the status of the Loyalist Township Electric Vehicle battery plant. Brenda Little of CJPE Prince Edward County with a story covering Karlo Estate’s attempts to set a Guinness World Record. Jeff Gard from CFWN Cobourg with a story about the Cobourg Fixed Route pilot project. The episode wraps with the weather forecast and concert and events listings for the Kingston Area through August 11th.

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    32 mins
  • The Corridor, August 1st, 2024
    Aug 1 2024

    In this week’s episode of The Corridor, CFRC’s Christena Lawrie covers the launch of Kingston’s anti-racist campaign.

    Dinah Jansen reads a story from Owen Fullerton of YGK News about the construction of a temporary modular bridge over the LaSalle Causeway. Jesse Bell reads a story from Keith Dempsey of the Brockville Recorder & Times about an increase of insurance rates in Ganonoque.

    Ted Evans of CJAI Amherst Island Radio follows with a story about Loyalist Township’s request for adequate funding from the Provincial government. Brenda Little of CJPE Prince Edward County with a story the accomplishments of a local Special Olympian. The episode wraps with the weather forecast and concert and events listings for the Kingston Area through August 4th.

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    32 mins