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Local musical historian releases documentary about WWII swing band touring frontline

By: Robert Washburn | May 25, 2024

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Local music historian Andy Sparling released an audio documentary about the Streamliners. They were a swing band taken from the ranks of aircraft maintenance trainees to become a touring band that traveled throughout the European front from 1944 to 1945. The band would be known as one of the best bands of the time. It is a privilege to share this documentary with you on today’s show. Its historical and musical significance cannot be underestimated. Continue Reading →

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Rick Beaver sharing personal history and some of Alderville’s past for Indigenous History Month

By: Robert Washburn | June 11, 2022

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June is Indigenous History Month. On June 21, it is National Aboriginal Day. It is for these significant commemorations today’s show has a special guest. Rick Beaver, an artist, elder, and conservationist living in Alderville, will share his personal recollections of Alderville. Plus, he will give insight into Indigenous life celebrated in his art and conservation activities. Continue Reading →

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Temperance, Tonics or Both – The Life and Times of Leticia Youmans and Lydia Pinkham

By: Robert Washburn | December 24, 2021

This is the story of Leticia Youmans. From her humble beginnings near the hamlet of Baltimore to her international travels on behalf of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union, her extraordinary life was lived during a drive for prohibition. It is a period of Canadian history we rarely explore. But like so many other historical figures, she deserves more than a superficial glance. I will attempt to make a case that Youmans’ life and her activism represent more significant social movements at that time – especially women’s suffrage. Continue Reading →

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Mayor explains public conduct policy as council grapples with interactions between staff, politicians and residents

The show: The full interview with bonus material: If you go into many retail outlets or any place that provides customer service, you will see signs warning people about rude behaviour. It appears some people forget their manners.

Cobourg resident shares journey from quiet taxpayer to vocal critic of stormwater fees

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Earlier this week, images of the flooding in Toronto filled the news. A torrential rainstorm overwhelmed the sewer system, causing massive power outages, closing major roads, and costing millions to the city, businesses, and homeowners.

Town and HBIA join forces to promote downtown businesses under the Be Walton program

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Business is down on the main street in Port Hope. Few people will argue this point, as Walton Street is undergoing a $6.5 million upgrade.

Workforce housing still on county agenda as it tries to recruit skilled international workers here

The show: The full interview with bonus material: About a year ago, Northumberland County created a Workforce Housing program. The idea was to build affordable housing to attract people to work in Northumberland.

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