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Catching up with Better Together as first refugee families arrive

The folks from Better Together Syrian Refugee Sponsorship program were back for an update. Gloria Peters-Matthies (left) and Hillary Veley (right) talk about the families who have arrived in Northumberland County with myself and Dave Glover (middle) as part of the Drive Time on Northumberland 89.7 FM. Continue Reading →

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Ghomeshi trial affects women in Northumberland

Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre Executive Director Sonya Vellenga talks about the impact of the Jian Ghomeshi trial on women who have been assaulted in our region during Consider This Live as part of the Drive Time with Dave Glover on Northumberland 89.7 FM. Continue Reading →

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Sally Ann Kettle Campaign vital to community

The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign is an annual fixture in Northumberland County as it raises money for its long list of services provided to the community. Dave Glover and I talk about its history and its importance to those in need during Consider This Live as part of the Drive Time on Northumberland 89.7 FM. Continue Reading →

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Singing, laughing and a lot of fun on the Drive Time Christmas special

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While most of the time, Dave Glover is pretty serious on his weekday afternoon show, The Drive Time. Sometimes, he knows how to have some fun, as well. This is the Christmas Special aired on Dec. 23, 2015 with special guests Neil and Ellen Torie and Matt Blundell, sing-alongs, and Dave crooning a few tunes, too. Continue Reading →

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Not going to council again, says Cobourg birdman

Bill Thompson, the man who feeds the birds in Cobourg harbour, says he will not consider going before council to get permission, again. Listen as he talks about his passion for the birds, his reasons for breaking the bylaws, and his feelings about his supporters. It is all on Consider This Live as part of the Drive Time on Northumberland 89.7FM. Continue Reading →

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Ontario Black History month debated

February is the 20th anniversary of Ontario Black History Month. Ontario Black History Society President Rosemary Sadlier explains the importance of this celebration. Peterborough poet and teacher Kate Kelly, along with Cobourg lawyer Colin Browne provide insight into the importance of this history, while exploring aspects of racism in Northumberland with Drive Time host Dave Glover and I on Consider This Live. Continue Reading →

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United Way’s unique study gives voice to grassroots community

United Way Executive Director Linda Kay and Community Development Co-ordinator Linda Essak talk about a unique project in Northumberland called the Action for Community Change. The radically different approach had them looking outward and engaging individuals and small groups in a way no other local organization has ever used previously. Listen as Drive Time host Dave Glover and I explore this study, the approach and the Warkworth Project as part of Consider This Live on Northumberland 89.7 FM

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Fundraising, downtown and Rotary discussed by businessman Bill Patchett

Award-winning Rotarian, volunteer and fundraiser extraordinaire Bill Patchett delves into current issues, sharing his insight and thoughts with Drive Time host Dave Glover and Robert Washburn during Consider This Live. Continue Reading →

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