The Corridor

On this week’s edition of The Corridor, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chris Lawrie, with a story on Kingston City Council adopting new traffic safety measures.

Jesse Bell with a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, about the findings of Dr. Kieran Moore’s report on substance use in Ontario. Dinah Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about the renewal of Ganonoque’s garbage and recycling contract. Jesse Bell also reads a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about the future of the Napanee Sea Cadets.

In other regional news, the LJI Reporter for CJPE, Brenda Little, provides a story about the new South Shore Path in Prince Edward County. LJI Reporter Jeff Gard from CFWN Cobourg with a story about the reclamation of 83 shopping carts as part of a police action in Cobourg. Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region. Lauren Tucker with CFRC’s Community Concert and Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada.

On this week’s edition of The Corridor, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chris Lawrie, with an update on the closure of the LaSalle Causeway.

Jesse Bell with a story from LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about the continuing budget cuts at Queen’s University. Dinah Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about Ganonoque’s new CAO Melanie Kirkby. In other regional news, the LJI Reporter for CJPE, Brenda Little, provides a story about Wellington’s first accessible beach. LJI Reporter Jeff Gard from CFWN Cobourg with a story about the new Waterfront Wisdom Pathrway. Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region and CFRC’s Community Concert and Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada.

On this week’s edition of The Corridor, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chris Lawrie, with a story about the City’s decision to conduct research on the feasibility of adding fluoride back to Kingston’s drinking water.

Jesse Bell with a story from LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about Frontenacs’ goalie Mason Vaccari’s outstanding philanthropic efforts in Kingston. Dinah Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, about Via Rail’s decision to exclude Napanee from its new early morning train service. Jesse Bell reads a second story from Owen Fullerton that provides an update on the closure of the Lasalle Causeway and the impact it has had on Kingston’s tourism industry.

In other regional news, LJI Reporter for CJAI FM, Amherst Island, Ted Evans, with a story about the upcoming Recreation Month in Loyalist Township. LJI Reporter for CJPE, Brenda Little, with a story about the success of the environmental expo in Picton. LJI Reporter Jeff Gard from CFWN Cobourg presents a story about the the opening of a new youth wellness hub in Port Hope. Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region and CFRC’s Community Concert and Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada.

On this week’s edition of The Corridor, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Chris Lawrie, with a story about Connor Hamlyn’s 900km fundraising hike along the Bruce Trail to raise money for Lionhearts. Jesse Bell with a story from LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about Via Rail’s new early bird train stop in the Ottawa-Toronto corridor. Dinah Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, about Napanee Town Council’s approval of a $200,000 bid to upgrade the town’s aging CCTV camera system. Jesse Bell reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Morrisburg Leader, Phillip Blancher, about the Ontario government’s crackdown on cell phone use and vaping in schools for the 2024-2025 school year.

In other regional news, LJI Reporter for CJAI FM, Amherst Island, Ted Evans, with a story about Loyalist Township’s appeal to the Federal government to reevaluate their current funding model for smaller municipalities. LJI Reporter for CJPE, Brenda Little, with a story about Picton’s first “Repair Cafe”. LJI Reporter Jeff Gard from CFWN Cobourg presents a story about the ambitious 2024 fundraising goal for the Northumberland County chapter of the United Way. Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region and CFRC’s Community Concert and Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada.

On this edition of the Corridor CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative reporter, Christena Lawrie, presents a story about the launch of the Isabel Bader Centre’s 10th anniversary season. LJI News Producer Jesse Bell reads three regional news stories. The first story is from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, and it is about the response local cruise lines have had to the continued closure of the Lasalle Causeway. The second story is from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, and it covers the Federal government’s ambitious housing plan and what it could mean for the City of Kingston. The third story is from the LJI Reporter for the Morrisburg Leader, Phillip Blancher, about the successful funding of 10 projects in South Dundas and Glengarry Counties.

In other regional news, the LJI Reporter for CJAI FM, Ted Evans, provides a story about Loyalist Township’s response to the closure of Kingston’s Public Health Ontario lab. CJPE’s LJI Reporter Brenda Little with a story about a dispute over maintenance costs for County Road 49. The LJI Reporter for CFWN Cobourg, Jeff Gard with a story about a council vote on providing free transit for residents during the downtown reconstruction project. Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region and CFRC’s Community Concert and Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada and is now sponsored by New Leaf Link. New Leaf Link (NeLL) is a non-profit charitable organization that supports adults with developmental disabilities. For more information about NeLL’s programs, please visit their website: https://www.newleaflink.ca/.

On this edition of the Corridor CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative reporter, Christena Lawrie, presents a story about Kingston City Council’s decision to move forward with a controversial development. Jesse Bell reads a story by Owen Fullerton from YGK News on the proposed “wind down” of the City’s sleeping cabin program.

In other regional news stories, the LJI reporter for CJAI FM, Ted Evans, provides a story about a list of recommendations approved by Loyalist Township’s Council.  CJPE’s Brenda Little with a story about a cost cutting proposal related to Prince Edward County’s green bin program. Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region and CFRC’s Community Concert and Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada and is now sponsored by New Leaf Link. New Leaf Link (NeLL) is a non-profit charitable organization that supports adults with developmental disabilities. For more information about NeLL’s programs, please visit their website: https://www.newleaflink.ca/.

On this edition of the Corridor CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative reporter, Christena Lawrie, presents a story about the installation of a new bulk water station in Sydenham, Ontario. Jesse Bell reads two stories from LJI reporters. The first is a story by Owen Fullerton from YGK News on the collective bargaining process between Queen’s University and the several unions that represent 5000 university employees. The second story is by Michelle Dorey Forestell from The Kingstonist and it covers the new name for the Napanee recreation centre.

In other regional news stories, the LJI reporter for CJAI FM, Ted Evans, provides a story about a new agreement between Loyalist Township and the Bath Pickleball Club. CJPE’s Brenda Little with a story about Wellington’s Regional Water Supply Master Plan. CFWN’s Jeff Gard with a story about the annual Port Hope River Race. Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report for the Kingston region, and Christena Lawrie with CFRC’s Community Concert and Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada and is now sponsored by New Leaf Link. New Leaf Link (NeLL) is a non-profit charitable organization that supports adults with developmental disabilities. For more information about NeLL’s programs, please visit their website: https://www.newleaflink.ca/.

In this episode of The Corridor, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Christena Lawrie provides an interview with members of the Queen’s Community Housing Residents Association (QCHRA) about a proposed 35% rent increase and the impact it will have on current community housing residents.

Dinah Jansen reads a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for the Morrisburg Leader, Phillip Blancher, about Ontario’s 2024 Provincial Budget. Jesse Bell with a story from the LJI reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, about the City of Kingston’s attempts to enforce the daytime prohibition bylaw at Belle Park. Dinah Jansen also reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder and Times, Keith Dempsey, about the approval of a new residential development in Ganonoque.

In other regional news, CJAI LJI Reporter Ted Evans provides a story about a $100,000 grant awarded to the John M. Parrott Centre in Napanee. CJPE Prince Edward County LJI Reporter, Brenda Little, with a story about the opening of the first not-for-profit transitional housing facility in Prince Edward County. Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report & CFRC’s Community Concerts & Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada and is now sponsored by New Leaf Link. New Leaf Link (NeLL) is a non-profit charitable organization that supports adults with developmental disabilities. For more information about NeLL’s programs, please visit their website: https://www.newleaflink.ca/.

In this episode of The Corridor, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Christena Lawrie provides an interview with members of the Queen’s Community Housing Residents Association (QCHRA) about a proposed 35% rent increase and the impact it will have on current community housing residents.

Chloe Weinstein reads a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about an ambitious pilot program involving Kingston Victim Services. Dinah Jansen reads a story from LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey-Forestell, about the latest KFL&A Community Health Update. Jesse Bell reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about a joint-effort between Ganonoque and the Township of Leeds & the Thousand Islands to recruit more physicians to the region.

In other regional news, CJAI LJI Reporter Ted Evans with a story about the preparations being made in Loyalist Township in the run-up to the April 8th Solar Eclipse. CJPE LJI Reporter, Brenda Little, with a story covering the proposed merger between three major health units in southeastern Ontario.

Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report. CFRC’s Danielle Draper presents the Community Concerts & Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada and is now sponsored by New Leaf Link. New Leaf Link (NeLL) is a non-profit charitable organization that supports adults with developmental disabilities. For more information about NeLL’s programs, please visit their website: https://www.newleaflink.ca/.

In this episode of The Corridor, CFRC’s Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Christena Lawrie provides a report with some important information from the City of Kingston about the April 8th Solar Eclipse.

Chloe Weinstein reads a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about the fundraising efforts for a beloved Kingston business, The Grad Club. Dinah Jansen reads a story from LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey-Forestell, about the findings from a Just Recovery Kingston Tenant Experience Survey. Jesse Bell reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Morrisburg Leader, Phillip Blancher, about the findings from a Transportation Safety Board report on a 2021 CN Train derailment.

In other regional news, CJAI LJI Reporter Ted Evans with a story about the Lennox & Addington Paramedic Services Report and what it might mean for the future of Paramedic services in Loyalist Township. CJPE LJI Reporter, Brenda Little, with a story covering the fate of the historic Wellington Town Hall. Jesse Bell with the Environment Canada weather report. CFRC’s Danielle Draper presents the Community Concerts & Events Calendar.

The Corridor is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative and the Community Radio Fund of Canada and is now sponsored by New Leaf Link. New Leaf Link (NeLL) is a non-profit charitable organization that supports adults with developmental disabilities. For more information about NeLL’s programs, please visit their website: https://www.newleaflink.ca/.