Kingston Currents

In this episode: Artistic Producer Liam Karry sits down with CFRC to talk about this year’s Kick & Push Festival, running until August 16. Then, artists and organizers sit down to share more about the upcoming Play me Kingston art installation, set to transform downtown into a gallery dedicated to Kingston’s music scene.

Plus, your weather and traffic report for this upcoming weekend, and a few events to keep on your radar from CFRC’s Community Events Calendar.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

This week on the Kingston Curator, get a taste of what the TK Fringe Festival has to offer with a performance brought to Kingston by them called Speaking Vibrations. On this episode I sit down with one of the co-producers of the show, Jordan Samonas. She talks about the origins of the production, and how it blends ASL poetry, percussive dance, and live music in one show. In addition, why accessibility is important to this team by allowing audiences to experience sound tactically through vibrating vests, seats, and floor pads.

This week on the Kingston Curator, we have a returning guest to the show Sierra Saikaley from Downtown Kingston. She gives us a taste of the behind the scenes of the princess street promenade and what to expect from this year’s event, and the history behind it all.

In this episode: An update from South East Public Health as mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus have been detected in the region, the first mosquito pool test positive for the virus this season. Kingston Economic Development celebrates the opening of a new research facility it says will help accelerate health and life sciences innovation in the region. Messages directly from the City, including an update on the 315 Queen Mary Road shared care model opening, how Kingston will be recognizing Emancipation Day next weekend, and a call to vote for this year’s municipal election sticker designs.

Plus, your weather and traffic report for this upcoming weekend, and a few events to keep on your radar from CFRC’s Community Events Calendar.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: An update from the new Lunch by George downtown distribution site, after the organization made the move from their home of over 40 years at St. George’s Cathedral. A statement from South East Public Health as poor air quality continues in the Kingston region. Messages directly from the City, including an update on the 315 Queen Mary Road shared care model opening and the announcement of the five initiatives selected to receive funding support through the 2026 Rural Community Program Fund.

Plus, your weather and traffic report for this upcoming weekend, and a few events to keep on your radar from CFRC’s Community Events Calendar.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: Motions from this week’s City Council meeting aimed at improving everyday life for residents, from neighbourhood pathways to on-street parking. Messages directly from the City, including updates on The Tragically Hip tenth anniversary celebrations, a new pilot project to fight food insecurity, and the launch of the Community Harm Reduction and Public Safety Pilot Project Funding Program.

Plus, your weather and traffic report for this upcoming weekend, and a few events to keep on your radar from CFRC’s Community Events Calendar.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: An update on the City’s Multi-Site Visioning and Recreation Facility Capital Planning Project for the Kingston Memorial Centre, Portsmouth Olympic Harbour and Centre 70 sites. Also, some messages directly from the City, Public Health, and the FLA Ontario Health Team. Plus, your weather and traffic updates and events calendar for the upcoming weekend.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: A motion from City Council’s last meeting officially renaming Strathcona Park’s Indian Road after years of debate. Also, some messages directly from the City this week, including your guide to Canada Day in Kingston, how the city is celebrating the FIFA World Cup, welcoming Kingston Fire and Rescue’s new Deputy Chief, and an update on the unique Fines for Food pilot.

Plus, your weather and traffic updates and events calendar for the upcoming weekend.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: From City Council’s last meeting, an update on the City’s plan for the upcoming Consumption Treatment Services closure. Also, some messages directly from the City, including upcoming community celebrations, a call for election sticker design submissions, and more.

Also, your weather and traffic updates and events calendar for the upcoming weekend.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: Updates from City Council’s last meeting, includng the City’s new plan for the waterfront after the cancellation of the Patry Aquatic Park project and changes to improve equity in ice sports. Also, some messages directly from the City, including upcoming community celebrations, a call for election sticker design submissions, and more.

Also, your weather and traffic updates and events calendar for the upcoming weekend.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.