DIALOGUE is a presentation of Schwartz Furniture: Sydney, North Sydney, Glace Bay and Port Hastings.
JUNE 15: The province dials in to talk about upgrades for cell phone towers on the island.
We’ll hear about a band with a ‘winter swamp sound.’
An interview with a law professor about a high profile court case that took place in Sydney.
We’ll look back on a landmark event in New Waterford,100 years in the making.
Local farmers are chipping in for a unique sweater project.
And an artist talks about her journey into curation and an upcoming summer show.
JUNE 8: A Cape Breton Miner tells us about a local legend who paid the ultimate price a century ago.
A political scientist talks about a “mafia boss” in charge at the White House. Cruise ship passengers are strolling through 18th
century Sydney. And an artist is downsizing historical finds all across the province.
JUNE 1: Sydney Shoppers say goodbye to The Bay.
A local politician dials in about the Nova Scotia Power breach.
Two former CBU professors talk about the pope in Rome and the
king in Ottawa. A film maker is telling his story about a local writer.
Centre 200 was home to an island pop-culture convention.
MAY 25: Soul’s Harbour Rescue Mission now has two locations in the CBRM.
We’ll get you up to date about an integrated youth service in he community.
An exhibit is Sydney is paying tribute to a late artist and NSCC professor.
A trail blazer for civil rights was recently acknowledged in Sydney with a gathering at
the university and a new publication.
MAY 18: After more than 60 years on the water, a local fisherman has no plans to stop anytime soon.
A Whitney Pier shop owner is retiring, saying it’s now “Me” time.
An abandoned building in Sydney is alarming animal rights activists.
And we have interviews with educators about a classic film and art, as well as a piece about students looking to the trades instead of post secondary education.
MAY 11: Mayor Cecil Clarke is on the show taking about a contest paying tribute to a landmark labour event 100 years ago.
The Bishop dials in to give his blessing to the new pope. A CBU professor reflects on a former student’s unwavering support
for her sister’s civil rights achievements. And we have some interviews about comic books and artists off the beaten track.
MAY 4: We’ll have an update on CB Partnership’s efforts to make the island a film industry hug. An iconic piece of art illustrating a dark chapter of the island’s history has made its way to Sydney. A Cape Breton veteran salutes Canadian soldiers who’ve payed the ultimate price. And soon, a new Downtown Sydney market will be opening its doors for the public.
APRIL 20: We wrap up our series this week with the local Federal Candidates heading into the April 28th vote. And we’ll tell you about a project that encourages you to unleash your artistic talents.
APRIL 13: A Cape Breton songstress picks up some hardware at a national award’s show in the country’s capital. We have an update from a local market and its plans to expand. And we continue our series, interviewing Cape-Breton-Canso-Antigonish and Sydney-Glace Bay candidates.
APRIL 6:
Dialogue begins its series interviewing candidates for the upcoming Federal Election.
Some news out of City Hall for better cell phone service.
And Paul MacDougall is back with a famous Canadian comedian on The Good Sentence.
MARCH 30:
A local artist talks about “inspirational challenges.”
Elementary students see the glass as half-full after their community food pantry is raided.
We’ll hear about a safe space for sci-fi.
The NDP leader says the PC Gov’t was power hungry in the provincial capital.
Paul MacDougall stops by for another chapter on the Good Sentence.
MARCH 23: We have two authors on the show this week, with one story gliding into an idea to get youngsters on a pair of skates. Eltuek’s hosting an art exhibit welcoming a CBU professor and a familiar voice on this program. Two local housing projects get a federal financial bless. And efforts are underway to make Cape Breton a hub for film and TV productions.
MARH 16: A sure sign of Spring as the skateboarders are dusting off their wheels. We’ll hear from a grief educator on how to best navigate through troubled times. An internet radio host on the northside is getting some of the biggest names in the entertainment business on his show. A local artist is welcomed into the company of island music royalty.
MARCH 9:
We’ll hear about the island’s plans to welcome vacationing Americans with advice on how
to save money during the tariff war with the US.
A wrestler, tattoo artist and broadcaster/writer tell us about their passions and how they got started.
A local musician says bye bye American pie and hopes other artists stay away from the US.
And we have the list of the latest Cape Breton Music Hall of Fame inductees.
MARCH 2:
An MP and a war veteran react to US aggression.
An Acadian community wants better representation in the provincial capital.
An Elvis tribute artist has received a national award.
The Mi’Kmaq language is getting a federal boost.
And we’re lifting the curtain for an annual event at the Boardmore Playhouse.
FEBRUARY 23:
A Cape Breton MP headed to Washington to protect local fisheries from US tariffs.
Two literature gurus weigh in on book banning.
Organizers are preparing for a gala at the Miner’s Museum.
And more …
FEBRUARY 16:
A book-banning book-club is on the list today.
The multicultural association wants to set up a community hub in Louisbourg.
CBU Students and art lovers alike are getting an invite from the Unicorn Cafe.
And more…
FEBRUARY 9:
We’ll hear form the Winter Artist in Residence at CBU.
A local doctor has received the King Charles III Coronation Medal.
And you’ll hear about a Sydney Mines drop-in centre, and their positive impact on the community.
FEBRUARY 2:
A tow truck driver was shot while on the job in the GTA.
A driver was stopped by police while stunting 70 over the speed limit.
Police are looking for people handing out bogus bills.
Keep your bones warm with a festival coming up in Sydney.
JANUARY 26:
A CBRM Councillor is holding Nova Scotia Power’s feet to the fire given frequent power outages.
Some news out of city hall has a former mayor compensating for municipal credit card use.
We’ll hear about a few local businesses falling under the categories of ‘doggity’ and ‘oddity.’
And a Cape Breton musician talks about his recording session and friendship with a legendary musician who recently passed away at the age of 87.
JANUARY 19:
A Cape Breton short film of a cyclist racing a ferry is being shown all over the world.
A downtown Sydney business is rebounding in sales after the holidays.
If you are feeling crafty, and need a new hobby, we have an idea for you.
And the Salvation Army food truck is dishing out for people looking for a nutritious meal.