CHSR-FM 97.9 http://chsrfm.ca/blog Campus/community radio in Fredericton, NB Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:13:46 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Campus/community radio in Fredericton, NB CHSR-FM 97.9 no © CHSR-FM Campus/community radio in Fredericton, NB CHSR-FM 97.9 http://chsrfm.ca/blog/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://chsrfm.ca/blog CHSR covering UNB V-Reds hockey this weekend! http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2012/01/25/chsr-covering-unb-v-reds-hockey-this-weekend/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2012/01/25/chsr-covering-unb-v-reds-hockey-this-weekend/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:13:46 +0000 Mark Kilfoil http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1072 Continue reading →]]> After the great debut of our two newest sportscasters last Saturday, CHSR-FM will return to the Aitken Centre again this weekend to bring hockey fans around the world live coverage! UNB will be playing against Acadia on Friday night and Dalhousie on Saturday.

On Friday and Saturday, tune in to 97.9 FM in the Greater Fredericton Area or from anywhere in the world online at our live streaming.

]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2012/01/25/chsr-covering-unb-v-reds-hockey-this-weekend/feed/ 0 Schedule Updates http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2012/01/16/schedule-updates/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2012/01/16/schedule-updates/#comments Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:40:29 +0000 Mark Kilfoil http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1056 Continue reading →]]> Another term has begun, and that brings with it some changes to the schedule.

  • The new jazz and blues show Beyond the Blues began last week. It runs every Tuesday morning from 10am until 11am. Join host Peter Hansen for an enlightening look at the blues industry, the inspiration and the musical form.
  • Interested in research? Curious what happens right here at UNB and STU? Join host Bobby Ogilvie every Tuesday morning at 11am for Scientific Sandwich, an interview and discussion of local research with international importance.
  • The show Agent Purple on Tuesday nights at 7pm has changed its name to Culture Strike. Join host Candace Mooers for current affairs news, interviews and music focussing on community-based cultural activities and under-reported news.
  • We’ll be presenting the four-part documentary Patti Smith on Dylan starting this Friday at 8pm.
  • Starting this Saturday, New Hampshire storyteller Sherwin Sleeves will be heard at 8pm (when not pre-empted by hockey). We’ll be beginning with the series The Rulebook and Calendar of Kittery Embers interspersed with episodes of The Radio Ghost.
  • Starting this Sunday, CHSR’s brand new one hour news program, tentatively named The Square, will begin at 2pm. The syndicated program, Native Solidary News, will move to 11am on Sundays.
  • The Coffee Table/This Is It! will start doing their live shows on Sundays at 6pm, with their original spot of Thursday at 4pm becoming a repeat.

There are also a few adjustments in the overnight schedule:

  • On very late Mondays/very early Tuesday mornings, Bravery, Repetition & Noise moves up to midnight, The Porridge Hour follows it at 1am, and My Ghetto moves to 2am.
  • Culture Strike is now repeated on late Wednesday night at 1am.
  • Syndicated show Left of the Dial will now be heard on late Thursday night at 1am. The Coffee Table/This Is It! will now be repeated at 3am on Thursday night.
  • Role Initiative has been added at 12:30am on late Friday Nights.
]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2012/01/16/schedule-updates/feed/ 0 Hockey tonight: UNB in Halifax, 7pm http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2012/01/13/hockey-tonight-unb-in-halifax-7pm/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2012/01/13/hockey-tonight-unb-in-halifax-7pm/#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:00:49 +0000 Mark Kilfoil http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1050 We’ll be broadcasting the hockey game from Halifax tonight! Big thanks to Dave Kilfoil and Jonathan Pickett for the road game!

Pretty soon, we’ll be back in the swing of things for regular UNB V-Reds coverage again! If you are interested in helping out, send an email to sports@chsrfm.ca .

]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2012/01/13/hockey-tonight-unb-in-halifax-7pm/feed/ 0 December 20 Headlines http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/20/december-20-headlines/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/20/december-20-headlines/#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:23:37 +0000 CHSR News http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1047 Continue reading →]]> Body of missing man discovered
3 years later, woman’s death ruled a murder
Student hoping for gift of life
Judge dismisses sexual exploitation charge
RCMP confirms fire at construction site arson
Conservatives launch gun registry ad campaign
N.Koreans told to rally behind ‘Great Successor’
Egypt’s Tahrir clashes continue
Helping the homeless
‘I’m so proud to be Canadian’

If you have any news tips or feedback, email us at news@chsrfm.ca!

]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/20/december-20-headlines/feed/ 0 December 19 Headlines http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/19/december-19-headlines/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/19/december-19-headlines/#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:25:25 +0000 CHSR News http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1045 Continue reading →]]> Man assaulted while attempting to stop break and enter, McDougal Lake, NB
Dying Winnipeg woman denied CFB Gagetown Agent Orange payout
MacLean’s rank Saint John sexual assault capital
Liberals questioning government in delay on nursing home replacements
New Brunswickers not as charitable as other provinces
Two Fredericton universities chartering buses for students
Dieppe church offering latin mass

If you’ve any news tips or feedback, just email us at news@chsrfm.ca

]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/19/december-19-headlines/feed/ 0 CAN! Episode 6 “Disability and Access to Care” http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/13/can-episode-6-disability-and-access-to-care/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/13/can-episode-6-disability-and-access-to-care/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:57:41 +0000 Mark Kilfoil http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1036 Continue reading →]]> CAN! Episode 6 “Disability and Access to Care” examines barriers and challenges faced by those with disabilities and their loved ones in the Fredericton area.

The episode features interviews with two individuals who examine the issue from two different viewpoints. The first is the Chairman of the Human Rights Commission, Randy Dickinson, who looks at the structural barriers faced by those with a disability and the political context surrounding access to care. The second interviewee is Gail Wineseeder, the mother of a 35-year-old lady with a disability, who shares her story as a mother struggling to obtain adequate services for her daughter.

The episode also includes performances from numerous Canadian artists who have overcome disability access barriers in their own lives. Artists include: Sylvi Maccormic, Joe Coughlin, and Steve Grout, all hailing from the Western coast of Canada.

]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/13/can-episode-6-disability-and-access-to-care/feed/ 0 CAN! Episode 6 "Disability and Access to Care" examines barriers and challenges faced by those with disabilities and their loved ones in the Fredericton area. - The episode features interviews with two individuals who examine the issue from two differ... CAN! Episode 6 "Disability and Access to Care" examines barriers and challenges faced by those with disabilities and their loved ones in the Fredericton area. The episode features interviews with two individuals who examine the issue from two different viewpoints. The first is the Chairman of the Human Rights Commission, Randy Dickinson, who looks at the structural barriers faced by those with a disability and the political context surrounding access to care. The second interviewee is Gail Wineseeder, the mother of a 35-year-old lady with a disability, who shares her story as a mother struggling to obtain adequate services for her daughter. The episode also includes performances from numerous Canadian artists who have overcome disability access barriers in their own lives. Artists include: Sylvi Maccormic, Joe Coughlin, and Steve Grout, all hailing from the Western coast of Canada. CHSR-FM 97.9 no 55:17 CAN! Episode 5 “Structural Roots of Poverty in Aboriginal Communities” http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/13/can-episode-5-structural-roots-of-poverty-in-aboriginal-communities/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/13/can-episode-5-structural-roots-of-poverty-in-aboriginal-communities/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:56:58 +0000 Mark Kilfoil http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1038 Continue reading →]]> CAN! Episode 5 “Structural Roots of Poverty in Aboriginal Communities” examines past and present barriers that contribute to poverty in Aboriginal communities.

The episode features interviews with a number of local contacts. Dr. Roland Chrisjohn, Chair of the Native Studies Department at St. Thomas University provides us some of the historical background to the topic. Dr. Arielle Dylan and Bartholemew Smallboy discuss the ongoing research they are conducting in Northern Ontario surrounding Impact Benefit Agreements in First Nations communities.Tara Francis and Delphine Dyson of the Fredericton Native Friendship Centre explain the role of the Native Friendship Centre in combating the issue at the local level.

Aboriginal and First Nations performers from across the country are featured, including Terri-Lynn Williams Davidson from British Columbia, The Gregoire Boys from Labrador, and A Tribe Called Mi’kmag from Nova Scotia. The episode also introduces listeners to Khodi Dill, an incredible spoken word artist from Saskatoon.

]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/13/can-episode-5-structural-roots-of-poverty-in-aboriginal-communities/feed/ 0 CAN! Episode 5 "Structural Roots of Poverty in Aboriginal Communities" examines past and present barriers that contribute to poverty in Aboriginal communities. - The episode features interviews with a number of local contacts. Dr. Roland Chrisjohn, CAN! Episode 5 "Structural Roots of Poverty in Aboriginal Communities" examines past and present barriers that contribute to poverty in Aboriginal communities. The episode features interviews with a number of local contacts. Dr. Roland Chrisjohn, Chair of the Native Studies Department at St. Thomas University provides us some of the historical background to the topic. Dr. Arielle Dylan and Bartholemew Smallboy discuss the ongoing research they are conducting in Northern Ontario surrounding Impact Benefit Agreements in First Nations communities.Tara Francis and Delphine Dyson of the Fredericton Native Friendship Centre explain the role of the Native Friendship Centre in combating the issue at the local level. Aboriginal and First Nations performers from across the country are featured, including Terri-Lynn Williams Davidson from British Columbia, The Gregoire Boys from Labrador, and A Tribe Called Mi'kmag from Nova Scotia. The episode also introduces listeners to Khodi Dill, an incredible spoken word artist from Saskatoon. CHSR-FM 97.9 no 52:44 December 5 Headlines http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/05/december-5-headlines/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/05/december-5-headlines/#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:31:38 +0000 CHSR News http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1033 Continue reading →]]> Man killed in ATV crash, Pennfield Ridge, NB
Teen in serious condition after single vehicle crash, Bloomfield, NB
Saint John teen sentenced to two years, manslaughter
Businesses affected by Acadian Lines lockout
Cornell Prof urges Maritimes to be careful with shale gas
Official Language project stalls review
Performing Arts NB closing
First female commander in District 2 RCMP
STU loses to UNB 3-2

If you’ve any feedback or news tips, email us at news@chsrfm.ca

]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/12/05/december-5-headlines/feed/ 0 November 28 Headlines http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/11/28/november-28-headlines/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/11/28/november-28-headlines/#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:16:39 +0000 CHSR News http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1027 Continue reading →]]> Alcohol banned in Harrington Hall, STU

Two arrests in Elsipogtog for prescription drug trafficking

RCMP released sketch of suspect in home invasion

Three people arrested in Rothesay in connection with prescription drug trafficking

Police investigating two suspicious fires

No tax hike in 2012 for Fredericton

Beaverbrook Art Gallery receiving grants and tax breaks

Rally for jailed potato farmer attracts hundreds

Two Maritime students receive Rhodes scholarships

Sports:

STU basketball
Women vs MSVU 67-54 Saturday
Women vs UKC 90-45 Sunday
Men vs MSVU 69-78 Saturday
Men vs UKC 90-45 Sunday

UNB Basketball
Men vs Cape Breton 71-76 Friday
“ “ 54-82 Saturday
Women vs Cape Breton 70-65 Friday
Women vs Cape Breton 63-78 Saturday

If you’ve any feedback or news tips, email us at news@chsrfm.ca

]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/11/28/november-28-headlines/feed/ 0 November 24 Headlines http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/11/24/november-24-headlines/ http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/11/24/november-24-headlines/#comments Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:14:16 +0000 CHSR News http://chsrfm.ca/blog/?p=1021 Continue reading →]]> Acadian Bus Lines gives 72 hour strike notice
Gregg Centre loses $120,000 grant
The Kids are Alright playing at head hall tonight
Gregg Centre 11th Annual Graham Lecture tonight
Oromocto Food Bank receives land from city
Grand Falls assault suspect arrested
Provincial gov’t cutting back on MLAs
Man arrested for stealing fracking gear
RCMP and police searching for Hells Angels drugs

Sports headlines
V-Reds men’s hockey take top spot in rankings

If you’ve any news tips or feedback, just email us as news@chsrfm.ca!

]]> http://chsrfm.ca/blog/2011/11/24/november-24-headlines/feed/ 0