Voices of Riverview

Tosh Taylor
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The Town of Riverview is celebrating 50 years in 2023, local announcer Tosh Taylor interviews Riverviewians on many different topics that have helped create the esthetic of the town.

Episodes

  1. 11/10/2023

    A Great Place to Grow....Athletes

    Mike Miller, Riverview Royal to Acadia Axemen to the CFL. Learn more about Mike's time in Riverview then and now as he juggles between The Winnipeg Blue Bombers and being a Husband and Dad. As all Riverview Athletes seem to be Mike is super humble and really accredits his support from the town as a stepping stone in his illustrious career.

  2. 11/03/2023

    Riverview creates Timbits Minor Hockey

    Did you know Timbits Minor Hockey started right here at the Byron Dobson Arena? In 1982 Gary O'Neill's youngest son Corey registered for Riverview Minor Hockey, the jersey left much to be desired so Gary and his Tim Hortons Restaurants in the Greater Moncton Area decided to sponsor them, the rest we can safely say is history! Now over 89,000 kids take part in the Timbits program across Canada! Joining me in today's interview is Craig O'Neill (Gary's Son) and Barry Pineau (Coach of the very 1st Timbits hockey team)

  3. 10/27/2023

    A Great Place to Grow...Athletes

    Travis Jayner is a Olympic Medalist in the 5000-meter relay and yes that might sound like a giant accomplishment (because it is) but he is also heavily medaled in awards from The World Championships and the World Cup. In this episode Travis reflects very fondly on his time spent in Riverview and how Short Track Speed Skating has always been the constant in his life.

  4. 10/20/2023

    The History of the Dobson Trail

    Whether your travels have kept you on the Loop Trail or taken you all the way to Fundy National Park there is no doubt you have been in awe of the beauty of The Dobson Trail. The trail was mastermind by one man, Art Dobson, however it absolutely could not have come to fruition without the help of so many people! Learn the history today on Voices Of Riverview

  5. 10/13/2023

    A Great Place to Grow...Athletes

    Stephany Reid got her start at a very young age with The CANUSA Games, her love for Track and Field grew every year. Listen in to learn more about Stephany's journey and see her amazing achievements here https://www.townofriverview.ca/sites/default/files/documents/parks/2023_8.5x11_final_for_advocate_part3.pdf

  6. 10/06/2023

    HMCS Coverdale, the "Spies" of WWll

    HMCS Coverdale was established as a Special Wireless Station (High Frequency/Direction Finder (HF/DF) station) on November 23, 1942. It was situated across the Petitcodiac River in what would be Riverview.  On April 30, 1945, a HMCS Coverdale operator intercepted a message sent by German Admiral Karl Doenitz telling all his forces that Hitler was dead. She was the first allied person to hear the news of his death. https://www.canada.ca/en/navy/services/history/ships-histories/coverdale.html

  7. 09/29/2023

    The Homestead Restaurant

    A staple in Riverview is The Homestead Restaurant. The Godfrey Family has owned this legendary establishment, since 1991 making them one of the longest running Riverview businesses. Listen into this great episode with owner John Godfrey, he is beyond humble and hilarious. Enjoy getting to know more about the history of The Homestead!

  8. 09/22/2023

    CANUSA Games with Brian Frontain

    For years Brewer Maine and Riverview New Brunswick would square off in their Annual Summer Games. These games included your typical Track and Field Sports like long jump and relay races, the games had basketball, soccer and more BUT they also had drama skits and movie nights, exceptional dances and so much fun. Take a trip down memory lane with former CANUSA athlete turned Planner Brian Frontain! To learn more check out the Town of Riverview Wall of Fame and pop by the Parks & Rec Department.

  9. 09/15/2023

    Celebrating 10 Years of Mill Creek

    Today we meet Daniel DeLong, Daniel is a member of the Friends of Mill Creek. What is Friends of Mill Creek? Friends of Mill Creek is a volunteer, community-based organization that supports landowners in rehabilitating Mill Creek. The group first organized in late 1997 for the purpose of implementing some of the recommendations contained in the Mill Creek Subwatershed Study. Everyone who is part of the group freely volunteers their time and talent.To outside observers, our group members may appear to have conflicting interests; however, around the table, we set aside our differences and focus our efforts for the benefit of this cold-water creek. Daniel has an incredible tie to Mill Creek, find out what in todays episode! https://www.friendsofmillcreek.org/

  10. 09/07/2023

    Meet the Mayor

    Welcome to Voices of Riverview, in Episode 1 we chat with Mayor Andrew LeBlanc about his goals, the future of Riverview and how he got bitten by the Politics Bug

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The Town of Riverview is celebrating 50 years in 2023, local announcer Tosh Taylor interviews Riverviewians on many different topics that have helped create the esthetic of the town.

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  • Creator
    Tosh Taylor
  • Years Active
    2023
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tosh Taylor
  • Show Website
    Voices of Riverview