• The Corridor, November 21st 2024
    Nov 21 2024

    This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie, that covers the impending launch of Kingston’s first car-sharing program. Then, Corridor lead anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about Kingston’s Food Strategy Project. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, with a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Reporter & Times, Keith Dempsey, about the renewal of municipal funding for Ganonoque’s Lou Jefferies Arena.

    The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, provides a story about Loyalist Township’s opposition to the new alcohol laws in Ontario. CJPE’s LJI Reporter, Brenda Little, with a story about the success of the Recreational Outreach Centre’s new “Get Grounded” program in PEC. The episode concludes with CFRC’s Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region, and the community concert and events calendar for November 21st-24th.

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    30 mins
  • The Corridor, November 14th, 2024
    Nov 14 2024

    This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie, that covers a massive influx of funding awarded to the Agnes Etherington Arts Centre. Then, Corridor lead anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about the life and legacy of the late Murray Sinclair. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, with an update from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Reporter & Times, Keith Dempsey, about the potential influx of municipal funding from Ganonoque to the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation.

    The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, provides a story about the success of Loyalist Township’s physician recruitment program. CJPE’s LJI Reporter, Brenda Little, with a story about a potential sustainable building practice that could be used in Prince Edward County. The episode concludes with CFRC’s Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region, and the community concert and events calendar for November 14th-17th.

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    30 mins
  • The Corridor, November 7th, 2024
    Nov 7 2024

    This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie, that highlights the 50th anniversary of Queen’s University’s Ban Righ Centre. Then, Corridor lead anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about the controversial Bill 212. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, with a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, that provides an update on the OHIP/Dr. Elaine Ma situation. Then, Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Reporter & Times, Keith Dempsey, about the potential influx of municipal funding from Ganonoque to the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation.

    The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, provides a story about a special holiday pantomime coming to Odessa. The episode concludes with CFRC’s Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region, and the community concert and events calendar for November 7th-10th.

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    29 mins
  • The Corridor, October 31st, 2024
    Oct 31 2024

    This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie, that details the new conditions and safety measures put in place related to Kingston’s Integrated Care Hub. Then, Corridor lead anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, about the controversial reasons for the cancellation of a planned drive-through vaccination clinic in Kingston. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, with a story from the LJI Reporter for the YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about upcoming IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship hockey games being played in Kingston. Then, Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Reporter & Times, Keith Dempsey, about the rehabilitation of Water Street in Ganonoque.

    The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, provides a story about Loyalist Township’s decision to deny a proposed amendment to a zoning bylaw in Odessa. The episode concludes with CFRC’s Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region, and the community concert and events calendar for October 31st – November 3rd.

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    30 mins
  • The Corridor, October 24th, 2024
    Oct 24 2024

    This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie, that details the return of the public art and theatre piece, “Talkin’ Back with Johnny Mac”. Then, Corridor lead anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about the reopening of Roswell’s Rehearsals at 700 Progress Ave. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, with a story from the LJI Reporter for the Napanee Beaver, Sarah Williams, that provides information on how to access health care services in Frontenac, Lennox, and Addington Township without a primary care provider. Then, Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Reporter & Times, Keith Dempsey, about TLTI’s agreement to assist with winter maintenance services for the Township of Front of Yonge.

    The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, provides a story about the community grant committee’s request for a $50,000 grant from the Partners in Mission Food Bank. The episode concludes with CFRC’s Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region, and the community concert and events calendar for October 24-27.

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    38 mins
  • The Corridor, October 17th, 2024
    Oct 17 2024

    In this episode, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Christena Lawrie reports on the Kingston’s inaugural Climate Expo. Then, host Dinah Jansen reads a story by the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, about Napanee Council’s support for a “mystery” Kingston Community Health Centre initiative. Jesse Bell reads a story from Owen Fullerton, the LJI Reporter for YGK News, about the closure of Loving Spoonful. Jansen reads a short piece from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about an upcoming planning, information, and public input session related to Ganonque’s physician incentive program. Ted Evans, LJI Reporter for CJAI Amherst Island Radio follows with a story about local concerns over the new Provincial Planning Statement. Brenda Little, the LJI Reporter for CJPE County Radio, with a story about the recent downturn in tourist numbers in Prince Edward County. The episode ends with local concert and events listings alongside the weekend weather forecast.

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    28 mins
  • The Corridor October 10 2024
    Oct 10 2024

    In this episode, Christena Lawrie reports on the recent launch of the Kingston Climate Justice Coalition’s local advocacy efforts during a town hall on September 28th. Then, Dinah Jansen reads a report from Michelle Dorey Forestell, LJI Reporter for the Kingstonist on the release of a third quarter report by Kingston Police that indicates a decrease in calls for service in Kingston. Ted Evans, LJI Reporter for CJAI Amherst Island Radio follows with a report on Loyalist Township’s aim to secure provincial funding to help complete the W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre renewal project. Then Brenda Little, CJPE County FM’s LJI Reporter in Picton reports on the County’s celebration of the start of new, all timber hospital construction project in the area. Following that, Jansen reads to stories by Keith Dempsy, LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder and Times on the extension of City Cruises tour season in Gananoque and the progress of Gananoque’s revitalization of Rotary Beach. The episode concludes with the weekend weather forecast for the Kingston region.

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    29 mins
  • The Corridor October 3rd 2024
    Oct 3 2024

    In this episode, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Christena Lawrie reports on the uncertain future for the Crossroads Village Project, previously known as the Sleeping Cabin Program in Kingston. Then, host Dinah Jansen reads a story by Owen Fullerton, LJI Reporter for YGK News on the opening of a new Pediatric Applied Behaviour Analysis clinic in Kingston. Ted Evans, LJI Reporter for CJAI Amherst Island Radio follows with a report on Loyalist Township’s retention of low water rates to support a new water station. Jansen then reads a story from Keith Dempsey, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for the Brockville Recorder and Times on Gananoque’s search for a new police chief. Ted Evans follows with another report on a new three year agreement between Loyalist Township and the Amherst Island Recreation Association. The episode ends with local concert and events listings alongside the weekend weather forecast.

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    28 mins