In this episode of Kingston Currents, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie covers the end of Kingston Writersfest, folding after a 16-year run. Artistic Director Aara Macauley joins her to discuss the abrupt end and the impact on staff.

Manager of Victory Grounds Ventures Paul Barbeau joins Lawrie to discuss a proposal for an new soccer stadium at Kingston’s Memorial Centre to be considered by city council at their next meeting.

She also revisits stories which will continue to develop in 2025.

The latest in Limestone local news with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode of Kingston Currents, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie covers the latest on the Wolfe Islander IV breakdown, as Islanders and municipal officials call for better ferry service.

She sits down with Lionhearts CEO Travis Blackmoore to discuss the opening seven new supportive housing on Brock St..

Lawrie also dives into a $20M film studio project coming to Kingston’s east end in 2025.

Tune in for these stories and more.

In this episode of Kingston Currents, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie investigates the impact of the ongoing Canada Post strike on local non-profit and charity organizations, and how donors are overcoming the new challenge.

She covers the outcome of Meadowbrook-Strathcona Councillor Jeff McLaren’s integrity investigation after being accused of leaking confidential information.

Lawrie also covers the City’s call for Provincial and Federal Governments to redistribute taxes for municipal infrastructure funding, an item discussed at this week’s City Council meeting.

Tune in for these stories and more Limestone local news.

In this episode of Kingston Currents, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie sits down with Kingston’s very own drag superstar Tyffanie Morgan as she heads into her silver jubilee year, marking 25 years of entertaining as a drag artist. To mark the occasion, she is inviting other Kingston-based performers to submit projects for “Limestone to Limelight: Kingston’s Drag History and Future”.

KFL&A Food Policy Council (FPC) Co-chair Ellen Mortfield and Assistant Professor in Environmental Studies at Queen’s University, Kristin Lowitt, call in to discuss the announcement that FPC will be developing a comprehensive food strategy for the region in the coming year.

Lawrie also dives into a recent report from Kingston Police covering the 2024 Queen’s Homecoming and Faux-Homecoming, featuring an interview with Chief of Kingston Police Scott Fraser.

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In this episode of Kingston Currents, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie brings you stories ranging from key highlights of recent city council meetings to the exciting events marking the start of Kingston’s holiday season. She sits down with guests from the City of Kingston and the Downtown Kingston BIA to dive deep into the latest updates.

In this episode of Kingston Currents, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie covers the kickoff of the 2024 Kingston General Hospital (KGH) Auxiliary Teddy Bear campaign, this year taking on an ambitious goal.

She covers the appearance of a 15-foot wooden Trojan Horse at Kingston Health Sciences Centre yesterday, part of CUPE’s Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU-CUPE) and the Ontario Health Coalition’s rally against the privatization of health services in Ontario.

Lawrie also discusses the Agnes Etherington Arts Centre’s announcement of a $2M contribution from Canadian Heritage’s Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, which is being used for renovation of the historic Etherington House.

Also tune in for coverage on the inaugural Welcome to Kingston Day, a new car-sharing pilot progam launching next year, and more!

In this episode of Kingston Currents, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie covers an especially busy week in Limestone City.

She sits down with Ban Righ Centre Director Susan Belyea, celebrating 50 years of the centre supporting women on Queen’s University campus.

Kingston Symphony Director Evan Mitchell joins Lawrie to discuss their first ever Relaxed Performance this weekend at the Kingston Grand Theatre, offering a new experience and opening the doors for more audience members.

She also dives into two motions from the latest city council meeting, including an initiative to bring more plant-based food options to Kingstonians, and new conditions to be met for the Integrated Care Hub.

Tune in for these stories and more.

In this episode of Kingston Currents, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist breaks the news of the closure of Loving Spoonful after 16 years serving the Kingston community, sitting down with the organization’s Treasurer Judy Peterson.

She also dives into the latest art exhibition from the Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Talkin’ Back to Johnny Mac, artists and curators returning to the former site of the Sir John A. Macdonald statue in City Park to reignite a conversation they started nearly a decade ago.

Tune in for these stories and more.

In this episode of Kingston Currents, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie covers the latest updates from the city, including a deep dive into the inaugural Kingston Climate Expo.

She also sits down with Kingston School Of Art Director Victoria Smyth to chat about new opportunities for students at KSOA.

Tune in for these stories and more!