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Pictou County Councillors Recognized for Long Terms of Service

Oct 8, 2024 | Local News

With Pictou County council holding their last regular meeting before the municipal election, several councilors were recognized for their long terms of service.

Back Row: Darla MacKeil, Don Butler, David Parker, Larry Turner, Andy Thompson, Chester Dewar and Randy Palmer. Front Row: Mary Elliott, Wayne Murray (Deputy Warden), Robert Parker (Warden), Brian Cullen (CAO), Peter Boyles & Deborah Wadden (Pictou County Municipality photo)

Warden Robert Parker and councilors Deborah Wadden & Andy Thompson were given 15-year certificates, while councilors Randy Palmer, Chester Dewar and David Parker were given certificates for 20+ years on council. David Parker, along with councilor Don Butler, are not offering for another term.

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Canadian Radio Awards: 989 XFM Small Market Station of The Year

Broadcast Dialogue has announced the winners of the inaugural Canadian Radio Awards, which we’ve dubbed “The Howards” after our publisher emeritus Howard Christensen.

When Howard, a radio veteran and one of the original Broadcast News anchors, founded Broadcast Dialogue in 1992, he saw a need for both timely delivery of Canadian broadcast industry news, but also recognized the importance of creating a sense of community.

989 XFM is very proud to be the winner of the 2020 Station of Year – Small Market award.