Well, the renovations are taking place. Unfortunately, they are moving at a very slow pace. There's been a couple of roadblocks, changes in the equipment and new decisions that had to be made.
The staff have given this a lot of thought and have decided that until everything in the studio has been sorted out, we will remain off the air. Therefore, our stream will remain suspended until Monday, December 10. When Dec. 10 nears, we will re-evaluate our situation and go from there.
We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience. We know this has been very frustrating. We know this is hurting CHEV's reputation. But one day, we will all rise from the ashes.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us: chevradio@gmail.com
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Monday, November 19, 2007
403'd!!!!
You're probably wondering where the main website is. Well, it's currently getting a face lift. That's right! A brand new CHEV website is on the horizon. It will be bigger, better and very user-friendly. The new website will be up very shortly. Keep checking www.chevradioam.com as much as possible. Don't forget to check out CHEV's other websites as well. They're running 24/7. There's also our Myspace page and our Facebook group.
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YRP Look For Missing Markham Man
George Bartra, 78, vanished from the Unionville Home Society Friday at about 10:45 a.m.Bartra, who has a tendency to wander in residential areas and has trouble walking, suffers from Alzheimer’s disease and is overdue taking medication.Hei s described as Caucasian, five-feet, five-inches tall, 160 pounds with a heavy build and dark brown hair usually combed back. Bartra has a heavy Spanish accent and walks with a noticeable limp.According to York Regional Police, he was last seen wearing a buttoned green or grey cardigan, a buttoned shirt and possibly glasses.Anyone with information is asked to call police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7541, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave a tip at www.1800222tips.com
With files from yorkregion.com
-ER
With files from yorkregion.com
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Press Release - Bio-diesel to make Viva even greener to ride
Regional Council approves switch to bio-diesel blend for entire Viva fleet in 2008
NEWMARKET – York Regional Council today approved the use of a cleaner-burning bio-diesel fuel blend in all 90 Viva rapid transit vehicles in 2008. The integration of the biodegradable, earth-friendly fuel will significantly reduce tailpipe emissions, making Viva an even greener alternative to driving a car.
“Continual enhancements to our transit fleet, including our choice of fuel, are part of our ongoing commitment to forward-thinking public transportation,” said York Region Chairman and CEO Bill Fisch. “We are confident in the capabilities of bio-diesel to effectively support our transit operation, while positively impacting the environment.”
A 2007 pilot project conducted by York Region Transit (YRT) and the Region’s contracted Viva operator Veolia Transportation demonstrated a significant decrease in tailpipe emissions from the use of bio-diesel fuel in five Viva test vehicles. Pilot project results show a minimal increase to operational cost; however, carbon monoxide emissions were significantly reduced by an average of 22 per cent.
Bio-diesel is a clean-burning alternative fuel produced from vegetable oils and/or animal fats. The Bio-product contains no petroleum, but can be blended with petroleum diesel to create a bio-diesel blend. The 2008 Viva fleet will be fuelled with a 20 per cent bio-product to 80 per cent diesel blend from mid-spring to mid-fall, switching to a five per cent bio-product to 95 per cent diesel blend for the colder months.
“One Viva vehicle can take over 40 cars off the road and now it can do that fuelled on bio-diesel,” said Town of Markham Regional Councillor Jim Jones, Chair of the Region’s Transit Committee. “I am pleased to see public transit in York Region offering yet another incentive to leave the car at home.”
The switch to bio-diesel blend fuel is pending final 2008 budget approval and is subject to continued successful operations and emissions tests. The cost to extend the program to the entire Viva fleet in 2008 is estimated at $200,000. Ongoing evaluation of the program will be used to assess the merit of expanding the use of bio-diesel fuel in the YRT fleet.
For more information about YRT/Viva services, please visit the YRT/Viva website at www.yrt.ca or call the Customer Service Centre at 1-866-MOVE-YRT (668-3978).
For more information on The Regional Municipality of York, please visit www.york.ca
NEWMARKET – York Regional Council today approved the use of a cleaner-burning bio-diesel fuel blend in all 90 Viva rapid transit vehicles in 2008. The integration of the biodegradable, earth-friendly fuel will significantly reduce tailpipe emissions, making Viva an even greener alternative to driving a car.
“Continual enhancements to our transit fleet, including our choice of fuel, are part of our ongoing commitment to forward-thinking public transportation,” said York Region Chairman and CEO Bill Fisch. “We are confident in the capabilities of bio-diesel to effectively support our transit operation, while positively impacting the environment.”
A 2007 pilot project conducted by York Region Transit (YRT) and the Region’s contracted Viva operator Veolia Transportation demonstrated a significant decrease in tailpipe emissions from the use of bio-diesel fuel in five Viva test vehicles. Pilot project results show a minimal increase to operational cost; however, carbon monoxide emissions were significantly reduced by an average of 22 per cent.
Bio-diesel is a clean-burning alternative fuel produced from vegetable oils and/or animal fats. The Bio-product contains no petroleum, but can be blended with petroleum diesel to create a bio-diesel blend. The 2008 Viva fleet will be fuelled with a 20 per cent bio-product to 80 per cent diesel blend from mid-spring to mid-fall, switching to a five per cent bio-product to 95 per cent diesel blend for the colder months.
“One Viva vehicle can take over 40 cars off the road and now it can do that fuelled on bio-diesel,” said Town of Markham Regional Councillor Jim Jones, Chair of the Region’s Transit Committee. “I am pleased to see public transit in York Region offering yet another incentive to leave the car at home.”
The switch to bio-diesel blend fuel is pending final 2008 budget approval and is subject to continued successful operations and emissions tests. The cost to extend the program to the entire Viva fleet in 2008 is estimated at $200,000. Ongoing evaluation of the program will be used to assess the merit of expanding the use of bio-diesel fuel in the YRT fleet.
For more information about YRT/Viva services, please visit the YRT/Viva website at www.yrt.ca or call the Customer Service Centre at 1-866-MOVE-YRT (668-3978).
For more information on The Regional Municipality of York, please visit www.york.ca
Sports Report
CFL Playoffs: Winnipeg 19 Toronto 9; Sask. 26 BC 17
NBA: Golden State 106 Toronto 100
AHL: Rockford 5 Toronto 3
OHL: Barrie 6 Brampton 2; Oshawa 7 Niagara 2; Mississauga 3 Sudbury 2
York Region Athletics
Sr. Girls' Basketball — Tier One — Final — Aurora 42 (Beth Hagarty, 17), Denison 38 (Julie Cain, 11);
Sr. Boys' Volleyball — Tier One — Final — Sacred Heart 3, Toronto District Christian 1 (25-19, 24-26, 25-15, 25-20)
With files from thestar.com
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NBA: Golden State 106 Toronto 100
AHL: Rockford 5 Toronto 3
OHL: Barrie 6 Brampton 2; Oshawa 7 Niagara 2; Mississauga 3 Sudbury 2
York Region Athletics
Sr. Girls' Basketball — Tier One — Final — Aurora 42 (Beth Hagarty, 17), Denison 38 (Julie Cain, 11);
Sr. Boys' Volleyball — Tier One — Final — Sacred Heart 3, Toronto District Christian 1 (25-19, 24-26, 25-15, 25-20)
With files from thestar.com
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Friday, November 16, 2007
Markham's Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus is coming to Markham.
This year's parade starts from the corner of Hwy. 7 and Main Street on Nov. 24 at 10 a.m.. It will travel north until St. Nick pulls back on the reins at the Markham Museum, just north of 16th Avenue.The 35th edition of the parade will feature Maple Leafs, Raptors and Marlies mascots, animals from the Toronto Zoo and marching bands. Non-perishable food items will be collected on the route.If seeing Santa once isn’t enough, you can see him the night before the parade at the 23rd annual Markham Village Festival of Lights. Santa will light the Christmas tree at Main and Robinson streets at 6:30 p.m., then hang around to visit and pose for photos.
With files from Yorkregion.com
- ER
This year's parade starts from the corner of Hwy. 7 and Main Street on Nov. 24 at 10 a.m.. It will travel north until St. Nick pulls back on the reins at the Markham Museum, just north of 16th Avenue.The 35th edition of the parade will feature Maple Leafs, Raptors and Marlies mascots, animals from the Toronto Zoo and marching bands. Non-perishable food items will be collected on the route.If seeing Santa once isn’t enough, you can see him the night before the parade at the 23rd annual Markham Village Festival of Lights. Santa will light the Christmas tree at Main and Robinson streets at 6:30 p.m., then hang around to visit and pose for photos.
With files from Yorkregion.com
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Press Release - Homes For The Holidays
Join us for the 6th Annual Homes for the Holidays TourOn November 16 and 17, 2007, 10 beautiful homes in and around the Markham area will open their doors and showcase their holiday best. Local businesses and designers have teamed up to create holiday cheer inside and out. Get all the latest ideas for the holidays and get inspired!
This event is made possible through the generous homeowners who open their homes to allow local florists, interior designers, exterior decorators and lighting specialsts to showcase their talents. Our incredible sponsors, dozens of designers, real estate agents, many local businesses, caterers, restaurants and our dedicated Varley and Breast Cancer volunteers devote countless hours to this incredible event.You are sure to catch the holiday spirit as you tour these beautifully designed homes throughout Markham and Unionville while supporting the Breast Health Centre at Markham-Stouffville Hospital and the education program at the Varley Art Gallery. Enjoy a lovely self guided tour of these homes, join us at the Varley Art Gallery for refreshments and do some holiday shopping there and on our main streets.On Friday, as our special guest, you will tour the homes in the early evening. After you tour, you will join us back at the Varley art Gallery for a lovely Gala event, highlighting all that is best in Markham. You will have to first opportunity to shop the Design Boutiques while sampling delicious wine and food. Participate in some of our fabulous draws, and perhaps walk away a winner!On Saturday, guests will join in the thrill of visiting our homes throughout the day. Enjoy the crisp fall weather as your senses are delighted with the sights and smells of the holidays. Be sure to start early as you will want to join us back at the Varley Art Gallery to view the Designer Boutiques, and perhaps do some shopping. Take a moment to enjoy some refreshments and participate in some exciting draws. Plan to meet you friends on Main Street afterwards for dinner and drinks, and more fun shopping! What a fun way to end such an exciting day!We are really excited this year as the balance of funds raised will support the brand new Breast Health Centre at Markham-Stouffville Hospital. This will ensure we provide earlier breast cancer detection and diagnosis in our community. And once again this year, 50% of funds raised will support the Varley McKay Art Foundation. This will directly benefit children’s art and community education programs at the Varley Art Gallery. Over the past 5 years the Homes for the Holiday tour has donated over $240,000.00 towards the Varley McKay Foundation and breast cancer care in York Region. We hope that you join us for several hours of fun, discovery, and Christmas Cheer!
This event is made possible through the generous homeowners who open their homes to allow local florists, interior designers, exterior decorators and lighting specialsts to showcase their talents. Our incredible sponsors, dozens of designers, real estate agents, many local businesses, caterers, restaurants and our dedicated Varley and Breast Cancer volunteers devote countless hours to this incredible event.You are sure to catch the holiday spirit as you tour these beautifully designed homes throughout Markham and Unionville while supporting the Breast Health Centre at Markham-Stouffville Hospital and the education program at the Varley Art Gallery. Enjoy a lovely self guided tour of these homes, join us at the Varley Art Gallery for refreshments and do some holiday shopping there and on our main streets.On Friday, as our special guest, you will tour the homes in the early evening. After you tour, you will join us back at the Varley art Gallery for a lovely Gala event, highlighting all that is best in Markham. You will have to first opportunity to shop the Design Boutiques while sampling delicious wine and food. Participate in some of our fabulous draws, and perhaps walk away a winner!On Saturday, guests will join in the thrill of visiting our homes throughout the day. Enjoy the crisp fall weather as your senses are delighted with the sights and smells of the holidays. Be sure to start early as you will want to join us back at the Varley Art Gallery to view the Designer Boutiques, and perhaps do some shopping. Take a moment to enjoy some refreshments and participate in some exciting draws. Plan to meet you friends on Main Street afterwards for dinner and drinks, and more fun shopping! What a fun way to end such an exciting day!We are really excited this year as the balance of funds raised will support the brand new Breast Health Centre at Markham-Stouffville Hospital. This will ensure we provide earlier breast cancer detection and diagnosis in our community. And once again this year, 50% of funds raised will support the Varley McKay Art Foundation. This will directly benefit children’s art and community education programs at the Varley Art Gallery. Over the past 5 years the Homes for the Holiday tour has donated over $240,000.00 towards the Varley McKay Foundation and breast cancer care in York Region. We hope that you join us for several hours of fun, discovery, and Christmas Cheer!
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