Unpublished Newswire
It is back-to-school season in just a few short weeks, and that means the shopping ads are running at full-speed. Right? We dig deeper with retail analyst Bruce Winder in Hour 5. Plus, a sticky situation is unfolding, and it involves Capital Pride. We explain why some of Ottawa's biggest political figures are not taking their side. And finally, just as Ontario bids farewell to another Education Minister, we find out who will be taking Todd Smith's place.
August 16, 2024 - 18:04 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The technical issues at 87 George sadly continue in Hour 4, but the news headlines certainly don't stop! And to be honest, neither do food allergies. We delve deeper into that subject as the show rolls on. Plus, when it comes to Ottawa's weekend forecast, we have a little bit of smoke and a downpour of rain.
August 16, 2024 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
When you have so little technology at your disposal, and 6 straight hours of live radio, a little creativity and quick-thinking can go a long way. Chris Holski delivers his two cents on today's top stories...while taking a little stroll outside Downtown Ottawa! He might have even stopped by the Rideau Canal on his way back to 87 George.
August 16, 2024 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Todd Smith was 10 weeks into his role as Ontario's Education Minister, but that all changed very abruptly. Weeks ahead of the new school year, he has left his Cabinet position, and his MPP seat, behind him. Chris Holski delivers the latest developments as they become available. Plus, we get an update on how the OPP's brand-new helicopters are faring.
August 16, 2024 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Chris Holski was supposed to be filling in for Kristy Cameron today...on a very normal Friday afternoon. That is, until a very sudden and major Internet outage struck 87 George. There are no audio clips to be found, or to play. There are no Zoom links. It's a very Amish-Radio setup. And this edition of Ottawa Now starts 2 hours early.
August 16, 2024 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The small town of Casselman is struggling to replace a trio of family doctors who recently departed from a local clinic. And if these slots aren’t filled, over 2,000 patients remain in limbo. You’ll hear the details surrounding that dilemma in Hour 4. Plus, we deliver the latest breaking news, right here on CFRA’s Ottawa Now.
August 15, 2024 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
