NewsNow Podcast

Town of Grimsby Ward 3 Candidate Debate

Candidates for Grimsby's Ward 3 debate why they deserve your vote in the upcoming municipal election.

Episode 34: A conversation about the NPCA ft. Rob Foster

In this episode, Niagara Regional councilor and NPCA member Rob Foster joins Mikes to discuss the future of the NPCA post-COVID, the future of development in the region and a number of other topics.

Episode 33: A Fond Farewell to Teddy’s

It's official. Teddy's, a true Grimsby institution, will be closing its doors after more than 50 years of operating.

In this emotional episode, Mike chats with the restaurant's co-owners Sandy and Teddy Jaskula. Together, the trio revisits old memories, brings the past to life and discuss what turning points lead to the decision.

 

Episode 32: Trees of Healthy Wishes ft. Pam Ellens

As the festive Christmas Season descends on West Niagara, Mike sits down with WLMH Foundation executive director Pam Ellens to talk about the upcoming Trees of Healthy Wishes campaign.

The two have a conversation touching on the annual event of gratitude, the Foundation's contribution to the ongoing WLMH rebuild project and a special NewsNow scoop!

Be sure to check out the 'Trees of Healthy Wishes' section coming up in this year's Dec. 23 edition.

 

Episode 31: The GBF Christmas Food Drive 2021 ft. Ashley Marr

GBF director of programs, Ashley Marr, joins Mike this episode to discuss this year's Christmas Hamper food drive in Grimsby.

Along the way, Ashley explains what her organization needs, how the gathering and packaging process will be COVID-safe, and how Grimsby residents can contribute.

Episode 30: Hometown Hockey events ft. Shauna Daley

Hometown Hockey is coming to to the Peach King Centre and the Grimsby DIA has something special planned.

In this episode, Mike is joined by Shauna Daley of the White Rhino Gift Shop to discuss all the fun events and prizes the organization has in store.

For more stories on Hometown Hockey's return to Grimsby, visit wn3.ca.

Episode 29: Remembering West Lincoln‘s Great War Veterans ft. Joanne McLaren

Local author, Joanne McLaren honours the men of West Lincoln who went off to fight in the Great War with her new book 'Veterans of West Lincoln - WWI.' Through detailed and painstaking research, McLaren gathered the names and records of hundreds of soldiers who came from the three communities that make up modern day West Lincoln to tell their stories and ensure they are never forgotten.

In this episode, McLaren joins Mike to talk about the genesis of her book, and her process for bring the history of so many men back to life in her book.

This episode is a supplement to the story 'All West Lincoln WWI vets chronicled in new book,' which can be found in the November 4, 2021 edition of NewsNow.

Episode 28: Lincoln‘s The Benchlands and Rotary Park

This episode is a double-feature as Mike sits down with Town of Lincoln tourism coordinator, Brittany Bazylewski and director of community services, Shannon McKay to discuss big things happening in Lincoln.

In the first half of the episode, Brittany explains the Town's new "Benchlands" tourism branding, and its significance towards Lincoln's sense of space, heritage and more.

In the second half, Shannon covers Beamsville's brand new Rotary Park, along with all its features, installments and other fun aspects.

This episode is a supplement to several stories that appeared in the Oct. 28 edition of NewsNow. You can read an e-edition at the following link:

https://www.wn3.ca/2021/10/27/newsnew-e-edition-october-28-2021/

 

Episode 27: Grimsby Santa Claus Parade 2021 ft. Trevor Ruzylo

The Grimsby Santa Claus Parade is back, and Trevor Ruzylo from the Town's Recreation Dept. has returned to the NewsNow Podcast to dish out all the details.

From parade routes to safety measures and more, this episode has everything you'd want to know about the 2021 Santa Claus Parade.

Check out the Oct. 21 Edition of NewsNow for more coverage on the Parade.

For stories that detail other West Niagara events and more, visit us at this link.

Episode 26: The Spirits Festival ft. Nicki Inch

Events on the Thirty, the group behind the Thirty Road Market has planned a special event for October. This event, The Spirits Festival, will combine Halloween spookiness with a wide selection of Craft Distilleries & Breweries. There is also an extensive list of live bands that will be performing.

In this episode, Mike was joined by event director Nicki Inch who explained all the ins and outs of this event which is slated to take place on the weekend of Halloween.

For more stories that feature Niagara West events, visit NewsNow online here.