The Corridor

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The May 8th edition of The Corridor features a written submission from LJI Reporter Keith Dempsey (The Kingstonist). Audio contributors for this week include: Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Jesse Bell, Ted Evans (CJAI), and Brenda Little (CJPE).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The May 1st edition of The Corridor features a written submission from LJI Reporter Sarah Williams (The Kingstonist). Audio contributors for this week include: Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Jesse Bell, Ted Evans (CJAI), and Brenda Little (CJPE).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The April 24th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporter Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times) and Corridor News Producer, Jesse Bell. Audio contributors for this week include: Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Dinah Jansen, Jesse Bell, Ted Evans (CJAI), and Dan Jones (CFWN).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The April 17th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporter Michelle Dorey Forestell (The Kingstonist), and Corridor News Producer, Jesse Bell. Audio contributors for this week include: Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Dinah Jansen, Jesse Bell, Ted Evans (CJAI), and Brenda Little (CJPE).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The April 10th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Michelle Dorey Forestell (The Kingstonist), and Keith Dempsey (Brockville Recorder & Times). Audio contributors for this week include: Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Dinah Jansen, Jesse Bell, Ted Evans (CJAI), Brenda Little (CJPE), and Dan Jones (CFWN).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The April 3rd edition of The Corridor features a written submission from LJI Reporter Michelle Dorey Forestell (The Kingstonist), and a sports report from Jesse Bell. Audio contributors for this week include: Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Dinah Jansen, Jesse Bell, Ted Evans (CJAI), and Dan Jones (CFWN).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The March 27th edition of The Corridor features written submissions from LJI Reporters Michelle Dorey Forestell (The Kingstonist) and Keith Dempsey (the Brockville Recorder & Times). Audio contributors for this week include: Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Dinah Jansen, Jesse Bell, Ted Evans (CJAI), and Dan Jones (CFWN).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The March 20th edition of The Corridor features a written story from the LJI Reporter for The Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, and audio contributions from Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Dinah Jansen, Jesse Bell, Ted Evans (CJAI), and Dan Jones (CFWN).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The March 13th edition of The Corridor features a written story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, and audio contributions from Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Dinah Jansen, Jesse Bell, Ted Evans (CJAI), and Dan Jones (CFWN).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The March 6th edition of The Corridor features a written story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, and audio contributions from Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Ted Evans (CJAI), Jack MacCool (CJPE), and Dan Jones (CFWN).

Covering the latest developments in regional news from Kingston to Cobourg, The Corridor is made possible through the support of the Radio Fund of Canada and the contributions of Local Journalism Initiative Reporters. The February 27th edition of The Corridor features a written story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, and audio contributions from Christena Lawrie (CFRC), Ted Evans (CJAI), Brenda Little (CJPE), and Dan Jones (CFWN).

This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie, and it Kingston Counsel’s motion to set a new cooling standard for residential units. Dinah Jansen with a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey-Forestell, about the approval of Napanee’s 2025 Municipal Budget. Jesse Bell with a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about a regional health initiative aimed at bringing physicians to Ganonoque.

The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, with a story about...

This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie, and it covers a a controversial non-resident user fee that is being discussed by Kingston City Council. Dinah Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Napanee Beaver, Sarah Williams, about a special Black History Month event being held at the Museum of Lennox and Addington. Jesse Bell with an update on USPORTS football player, Taylor Elgersma.

The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, with a story about Greater Napanee Council’s deci...

This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie,  and it a new piece from the Isabel Voices choir called “CREATION”. Dinah Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about Ganonoque’s new Mobile Crisis Response Team. Jesse Bell reads a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, that provides a recap of the first meeting of the newly formed South East Health Unit.

The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, with a st...

This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie,  and it covers the controversial decision to explore proposals related to the development of a soccer stadium at the Memorial Centre. Dinah Jansen reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about a prestigious honour awarded to Ganonoque’s poet laureate, Gretchen Huntley. Jesse Bell provides a special sports report about a historic accomplishment for an Ontario-born USPORTS football player.

The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, with a sto...

This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie,  and it covers the expansion of Home Base Housing’s shelter capacity. Jesse Bell reads a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about the food insecurity emergency in the City of Kingston. Bell also conducts an interview with the General Manager of The Spire, Sam McLeod. More information on The Spire can be found at: https://thespirekingston.org/

The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, with a story about the about...

This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie,  and it covers the abrupt end of Kingston’s Writers Fest. Jesse Bell reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about Ganonoque’s ongoing Marina Project. Bell also reads a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about local reactions to the future of the Federal Liberal Party.

The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, with a story about the return of Loyalist Township’s Family...

This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie,  and it covers the City of Kingston’s commitment to a three year mural creation project. Corridor Anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about Ganonoque’s Robotic Housing project. Corridor News Producer Jesse Bell reads a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, about the election of new officials for the South East Health Unit.

The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted...

This week’s edition of The Corridor begins with a story from the Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CFRC 101.9fm, Christena Lawrie,  and it covers possible labour action at Queen’s University. Corridor News Producer Jesse Bell reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about Ganonoque Town Council’s decision to allocate leftover funds from 2024 to 2025 & 2026.

The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, with a story about the creation of a potential Hydrogen peaking plant in Loyalist Township. CJPE’s LJI Reporter, Brenda Little, with a story about an outstandi...

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 new, education-based approach to dealing with vandalism in the City of Kingston. Then, Corridor lead anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, about the opening of affordable housing for Indigenous families in the Kingston region. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, with a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about a new Provincial agreement related to the maintenance of the Th...

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 local production company’s plans to build a $20 million film studio in Kingston. Then, Corridor lead anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for the Napanee Beaver, Sarah Williams, about future plans for the Market Square Farmer’s Market and the town’s blue bin program. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, with a story from the LJI Reporter for the Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about Lansdowne Town Council’s interest in purchasi...

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 City of Kingston’s request for the redistribution of Provincial and Federal tax dollars to fund municipal infrastructure development. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for The Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about the implementation of Next Generation 911 in Ganonoque. Then Bell reads a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about the pending merger of three local health units to create South East Public Heal...

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 planned 2025 relocation of the Partners in Mission Food Bank. Then, Corridor lead anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for The Brockville Recorder & Times, Keith Dempsey, about a 12% residential tax increase in Ganonoque. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, with a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about how a new agreement between the CHL and NCAA is benefitting the Kingston Frontenacs.

The LJI Reporter from CJ...

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 the findings of 2023’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory Report. Then, Corridor lead anchor, Dinah Jansen, reads a story from the LJI Reporter for The Kingstonist, Michelle Dorey Forestell, that provides an update on the Dr. Elaine Ma OHIP dispute. Corridor news producer, Jesse Bell, with a story from the LJI Reporter for YGK News, Owen Fullerton, about the Canada Post strike action.

The LJI Reporter from CJAI FM, Ted Evans, provides a stor...

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...

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.

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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...

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 hock...

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 w...

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 pr...

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 LJ...

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 Brockv...

In this episode, host Dinah Jansen reads Owen Fullerton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for YGK New’s report on the prioritization of the need for venues in the Kingston music scene. Then she reads Michelle Dorey-Forestell of the Kingstonist’s story on a recent Kingston Police report on local traffic collisions. Ted Evans, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for CJAI FM follows with a report on Lennox and Addington County’s attempts to secure $3 million for improvements to County Road. After that, Brenda Little, LJI Reporter for CJPE County FM in Picton reports on the County’s launch of a new boat...

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 Radi...

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...

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 se...

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 CFW...

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 p...

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 stor...

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...