Ted Raymond 1:00 - Michael Harris Live (Friday: Market Monitor with Walter Traversy). Originally airing weeknights from 10:00 pm to midnight, then later moved to 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm, it discussed various newsmaking stories of the day. He was a founder of the Sunday Herald in Ottawa which was in 1988 purchased by the Ottawa Sun. After Ryan's death in 1965, . Steve Madely was news director. BCE Inc. announced on April 1 that it had completed its acquisition of CTV and that it had launched Bell Media (replacing CTVglobemedia), a new business unit that would make CTV programs and other Bell content available on smartphones and computers as well as traditional television. [8], With the Reverend Norman Johnston, he founded the Ottawa chapter of the Big Brothers and was founder of the Help Santa Toy Parade in Ottawa. Bev McRae died at age 70 in January. 1-800-580-CFRA (2372), Confidential News Tip Line At 6:50 a.m., Mayor Bob Chiarelli joined Steve Madely and proclaimed the day as CFRA Day in Ottawa. By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses. 2023 National Post, a division of Postmedia Network Inc. All rights reserved. 150 Fascinating Stories About Canada, was in 2017 nominated for the Governor General's Pierre Burton Award,[22] presented annually by Canada's National History Society for works celebrating Canadian history. Bourque was a regular contributor to talk shows on 580 CFRA and had filled in as host from time to time. 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Erin Davis says she is now "taking a leave of this space" so that she can grieve. Steve Young joined and then left. In the 1960's he launched Ottawa's first radio talk show. Radio and Television News Director Association, "A part of CFRA's history. On September 26, the CRTC approved an application by Bell Media Inc. and 7550413 Canada Inc., partners in a general partnership carrying on business as Bell Media Ottawa Radio Partnership, to modify the technical parameters for CFRA by increasing its night-time power from 10,000 to 30,000 watts and by modifying its antenna pattern, resulting in changes to its authorized contours. Legend has all four letters in the call sign standing for Cant Find Ryan Anywhere. Mitchell had been with the company for 30 years. A haircare collection from the brand Krastase that targets dandruff and scalp flakes. He ended up at CFGO. Article content. 10:00 - Late Night Counsell with John Counsell. At one time she worked in Toronto at CFTR where she was known as Bev Bowman.On November 8, CFRA became available in HD at 100.3 on the FM dial CJMJ-FM-HD channel 2. [5] In order to encourage Quebecers to vote "No" in the 1995 Quebec Independence referendum, he promoted and helped organize a political Unity Rally which was held in Place du Canada in Montreal Quebec. The licence was granted for technical experimentation purposes for one year only. He joined Baton Broadcasting (now CTV) in 1991. Tom Jeffries left. Ennis ran unsuccessfully for Mayor of Nepean in 1997 and for Ottawa City Council in 2010. Bell Media, the managing partner holding 99.99% of the voting interest in the general partnership, is wholly owned by Bell Canada and controlled by BCE. 12:00 - Ottawa Noon. BCE submitted that the purpose of this corporate reorganization was to realize tax efficiencies. CFRA personalities at this time included Ken The General Grant, Brad Williams, Lowell Green and Shelley Emmond. CFRA anchor George Gordon accepted a position in Toronto. "So rewarding," she said, with the hashtag "HappyMothersDay.". Lauren Davis, the midday news anchor and host of Ottawa Noon on 580 CFRA, was on maternity leave at the time of her death. He began his broadcast career at CFRA after the end of the Second World War. Bob Derro joined CFRA from Sudbury's CJMX-FM. Ad: CFRA 5,000 Watts Day and Night - The BIG station in OttawaTops in newssportsfeatures. Longtime morning man Ken Grant retired and station manager Steve Madely took over the AM Drive program. The old yellow brick building was torn down (in 1977) to make way for an entrance to the new facility. Nothing has made me feel more like a mother than witnessing our daughter grow into the role. CFRAs power increased from 1,000 watts day and night to 5,000 watts day and night, using three 288 foot towers on part of Lots 33 & 34, Concession 1, Nepean Township, Rideau Frontage. Stock market traders said the gag story caused a dip in the dollar that day. On August 22, the CRTC approved the applications by BCE Inc., on behalf of Bell Media Inc. and 7550413 Canada Inc., carrying on business as Bell Media Ottawa Radio Partnership, for authority to acquire, as part of a corporate reorganization, CFRA, CFGO, CKKL-FM and CJMJ-FM Ottawa. Different antenna patterns were used for day and night operation. Test on Sunday 23 April, 3pm. She died in her sleep in May of 2015 without warning. Friday Frenzy has also changed to Freebie Fridays where callers can participate and win prizes. Lauren began working at CFRA in . He was notorious for an April Fools Day story he ran on bis news site announcing Paul Martins retirement as finance minister to raise chickens in the eastern townships. Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6. [6], In a late 1960s protest, Green urged his listeners to fill bottles of water taken from the polluted Rideau River, and to ship them to the Ontario legislature at Queen's Park. CFRA received permission to operate a 1,000 watt emergency transmitter. He graduated from Macdonald Agricultural College of McGill University in Montreal Quebec in 1956. Thank you all, goodbye.[5], On 14 September 2020, Green returned online with The Island of Sanity, a one-hour podcast available on various internet platforms, which was pared down to thirty minutes on 13 October 2020 and featured live on internet radio and the social networking platform Facebook. She and husbandPhil Shirakawawelcomed the birth of sonColinlast October. [4][5] For example, Uncle John from Uncle John's Bathroom Reader, had co-hosted a segment of Freebie Fridays. Among the CHUM assets acquired by CTVglobemedia in the deal were seven television stations, including CHRO-TV Pembroke, 21 specialty channels and some 33 radio stations, including CFRA-AM. Charlie Tierney was continuity editor. According to Green, the uproar led to the creation of the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority and the start of a clean-up effort of the Rideau River and the Ottawa River. Visit our Community Guidelines for more information and details on how to adjust your email settings. He has contributed to ongoing efforts to help modernize and renovate the Saint Vincent Hospital and the lisabeth Bruyre Hospital in Ottawa. / The Voice of the valley. CFRA celebrated 60 years of service. [6] Recent guests of the brand new online show include former CFRA hosts Nick Vandergragt of Nick At Night and John Robson of Thinking Allowed. Terry Kielty and Hugh Bowman also did sports. "My brother Pierre was a supremely loving and devoted father, husband, son, brother, uncle and a true devoted friend to many," said Phil. Frank Ryan died of a heart attack while on vacation, March 2. Lauren Davis, Ottawa radio host and daughter of Erin Davis, dead at 24 The 24-year-old CFRA radio anchor died in her sleep on May 10, after spending her first Mother . We ask you to keep your comments relevant and respectful. In a parting tweet, Counsell tweeted As of 10:45 this morning I have been terminated from CFRA. On June 3, CFRA was given approval to relocate its transmitter site approximately 1 kilometer southeast of the present site. CFRA-CFMO news director Steve Madely was elected chairman of the national editorial committee of Broadcast News. The station was on the air from 6:30 a.m. to 1:15 a.m. daily, 8:00 a.m. to 1:15 a.m. on Sundays. The licensee stated that the power increase would improve its service to listeners in the Ottawa and Seaway Valleys who were experiencing signal loss, particularly during the winter months when night-time parameters were employed for longer periods. RIP, my friend.". Ryan kept up his on-air work on CFRA until his death. Canada Post objected, and stopped accepting them. It has been nearly four years since the sudden loss of Ottawa Noon host and CFRA news anchor Lauren Davis. CTV News Ottawa Digital Multi-Skilled Journalist, Pierre Bourque of Bourque Newswatch. Several complaints have been made against him to the Canadian Broadcast Standards Council (CBSC). He later became bureau chief for News Radio, and ended his career as the Ottawa Suns first Page Six columnist, and as a commentator on CFRA. It was affiliated with ABC in New York. On December 12th, it was announced that Bell Globemedia would henceforth be known as CTVglobemedia. [7], In 1975, after the school shooting that occurred at the St. Pius X High School in Ottawa, Green and thousands of his supporters joined his Fire Arms Safety Association. The transmitters employed the EUREKA-147 digital audio broadcasting system. CFRA-TV Ltd., a company controlled by Frank Ryan with other shareholders, including Ottawa businessmen and CFRA Radio staff members, was one of several applicants for Ottawa's second television station. He was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States, to Canadian parents, and . Announcer Fred Davis became program director, replacing Brian Hodgkinson who left to study television in the U.S. Ches Beachell was in the news department. My last show was last night. He developed pneumonia and was put in a medically induced coma before dying on January 11, 2019.[3][4][5]. The host then moved to Ottawa in 1999 and LNC started broadcasting in its 10 pm to 12 am timeslot. Vaughn Bjerre left CFRA to become program director of London's CKSL. Trevor Kidd (76) passed away in May. At this time, CFRAs music programming was a blend of up-tempo popular adult hits and standards with a bit of country mixed in. "Lauren will be deeply missed by her family and the many colleagues here who knew her so well," he said. John Badham was hired as sports director and voice of the Rough Riders. 613-521-1000, Reception (9am-6pm) While many other electronic media shut down, Elliot was on air during the Great Blackout of 2003, providing information and reassurance to untold numbers of listeners in Southern Ontario. In 1960, he was hired by G. Campbell McDonald[1] at CFRA as a news and farm reporter. The 24-year-old CFRA radio anchor died in her sleep on May 10, after spending her first Mother's Day with her infant son . Ottawa news radio station 580 CFRA announced the death of news anchor Lauren Davis. On August 18, CFRA switched from a current-based adult contemporary format to lite rockFavourites of Yesterday and Today. On the air: Ken Grant (5-9), Bill Drake (9-noon), News (12:00-12:35), Lowell Green (talk - 12:35-2:30), Al Dubois (2:30-4:00), Shelley Emmond (4-7), Mark elliot (7-11) and Dan Ferguson (11-5). Tom Foley was program and sports director. [8][10], In 1968, Green attempted to win the Liberal nomination for the federal riding of Pontiac during the 1968 federal election, but lost this bid to Thomas Lefebvre. Long time CFRA/CFMO sales manager Jack Derouin passed away in March. He also served as President of the Ottawa Rough Riders in the 1980s. The CBC would open the first FM station in Ottawa. She was responsible for some 15 newscasts per day, with a special accent on local news. After talking with a number of broadcasting companies in Canada and the U.S., she settled on having her stations purchased by Allan Waters (CHUM) of Toronto. We reserve the right to close comments at any time. She was one of the finest writers I ever knew, a consummate professional, Barrhaven Coun. 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Elliot was a recovering alcoholic, drug abuser, and compulsive gambler. Country music legend Ronnie Prophet, who had 26 hit singles in Canada, five charting in the U.S. on Billboard and hosted several television shows, died Friday (March 2) in Florida from cardiac. ", "Lowell Green's book celebrates Canada's history", "CBSC Decision | CFRA-AM re an episode of the Lowell Green Show (Islam)", "CBSC Decision | CFRA-AM re an episode of the Lowell Green Show (The Qur'an)", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Lowell_Green&oldid=1147276248, McGill University Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences alumni, Ontario Liberal Party candidates in Ontario provincial elections, All Wikipedia articles written in Canadian English, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 29 March 2023, at 22:04. BCE was a public corporation and controlled by its board of directors. Frank Ryan asked progam manager Ken Reynolds to form a Western Band to play on air and do shows throughout the Ottawa Valley to promote CFRA. The former CFRA host was the widow of legendary Ottawa journalist Earl McRae. Frank Ryan's staff included: Brian Hodgkinson (program director), Michael Hopkins, Terry Kielty, Kathleen Williams, Erroll McKinnon and Fred Davis. He not only applied for an AM licence but also one for FM, and was granted both. Campbell McDonald signs off", "Rob Snow to host new show on 1310 NEWS in 2020", "LISTEN NOW: Lowell Green signs off for the last time 580 CFRA Omny.fm", Lowell Green:Talk | Lowell Green responds on 16 October 2017, "Sunday Herald's founder Marc Charlebois 'moxie' remembered", "Lifetime Achievement Award Winners RTDNA Canada", "Conservatism is common sense says Lowell Green in new book", "I am supporting Matthew Fisher in his efforts to win the Conservative nomination in Kanata Carleton! The show was terminated by CFRA in February 2016. He was always quick to embrace the next big thing, whether it was the early days of the Internet where he thrived with his groundbreaking news site, or more recently, in the sometimes complex world of digital currencies and NFTs. [2], In 1993, he returned to CFRA and hosted The Lowell Green Show until his official retirement on 4 January 2016. Eugene Whalen died at age 88. On August 8, the CRTC administratively renewed the licence for CFRA until August 31, 2013. Unauthorized distribution, transmission or republication strictly prohibited. Former Ottawa radio host Sandy Sharkey remembers lining up at her junior high school sock hops to have Elliot sign her CFRA Top 40 countdown lists. CFRAs sports director since day one Tom Foley was killed in a car accident. Longtime CFRA newsman Hal Anthony passed away. As COVID-19 vaccines are delivered to local long-term care homes, one Ottawa retirement home is battling an outbreak that has so far claimed the lives of four residents. We also use cookies set by other sites to help us deliver content from their services. He came third, losing to NDP candidate Evelyn Gigantes. CFRA moved up the dial a bit from 560 kHz to 580 kHz, and increased power from 5,000 watts day and night to 50,000 watts during the day and 10,000 watts at night. In the Fall, any sports programming that had been on CFRA moved to new sister station CFGO which had adopted an all-sports format. 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