Who started 630 CHED?

Who started 630 CHED?

Jerry Forbes
630 CHED Santas Anonymous is started by Jerry Forbes at 1080 CHED. In it’s first year, the charity provided new toys to 600 kids.

When did 630 CHED start?

1954
(Corus Premium Television Ltd.) CHED (630 AM) is a radio station licensed to Edmonton, Alberta. Owned by Corus Entertainment, it broadcasts a news/talk format, and first signed on in 1954. Its studios are located on 84th Street in Edmonton, while its transmitters are located in Southeast Edmonton.

Who retired from 630 CHED?

legend Bob Layton
After 49 years on the air at 630 CHED, and 50 in the radio industry, Bob Layton has announced his retirement.

Where did Shaye ganam go?

Shaye Ganam to host Alberta-wide talk show on 630 CHED and 770 CHQR. Long-time media personality Shaye Ganam has been announced as the new host of an Alberta-wide talk show on 630 CHED in Edmonton and Global News Radio 770 CHQR in Calgary.

Who started Santas Anonymous?

Since Jerry Forbes founded the charity in 1955, that mission has stayed the same. Relying on thousands of volunteers and donors, 630 CHED Santas Anonymous now collects, sorts, packages, and delivers toys to over 20,000 children every year.

Who owns the global news?

Corus Entertainment
Global News/Owners

How old is Bob Layton from 630 CHED?

He is married to Marg, with whom he has 6 children and 13 grandchildren….Bob Layton (newscaster)

Bob Layton
Born 1944 (age 76–77) Brentford, London, England
Spouse(s) Marg Layton
Career
Station(s) 630 CHED (AM) CITV-DT (Global Edmonton)

Is Jesse Beyer still with Global?

Jesse then began the Operational Meteorology program through Mississippi State University. Which lead him back to Edmonton to deliver the forecast and co-host the morning show at CTV. His final move puts Jesse as your Chief Meteorologist on Global’s Early News at 5 and News Hour at 6.

Who is leaving Global Edmonton?

Farewell Jennifer Crosby: Global Edmonton anchor signs off for the last time. After more than two decades in news and a dozen years at Global Edmonton, anchor Jennifer Crosby is making a career change and headed to a communications role at the University of Alberta.

How do I donate to Santa’s Anonymous?

Other Ways to Give

  1. Host an Event. From lemonade stands, 50/50 birthday parties to office toy collection – anyone can help to support Santas kids!
  2. Donate Your Recyclables. We’ve partnered with Skip the Depot to provide a recycling pickup.
  3. Donate Gift Cards.
  4. ATBCares – Matching Donation.

Who is the head of global news?

Director, News Content. As Director, News Content for Globalnews.ca, George Browne is responsible for the daily editorial, development and workflow for Global News digital properties, leading a team of national digital producers in both Toronto, Ottawa and across the country.

When did CHED radio come on the air?

The station first signed on to 1080 kHz at 8:00 p.m. on March 3, 1954 (1954-03-03), from studios on the corner of 107 Street and 100 Avenue in Downtown Edmonton. On May 14, 1963 (1963-05-14), at 6:30 a.m., CHED switched to its current frequency of 630 kHz.

Who is the 630 CHED radio host no longer?

CHED radio host Ryan Jespersen Photo by Codie McLachlan /Postmedia Long-time Edmonton media personality Ryan Jespersen is no longer with 630 CHED, parent company Corus Entertainment confirmed Sunday.

When did Allan Slaight start at CHED radio?

In November of 1956, Roskin joined CHED as retail sales manager. Slaight started in radio in 1948 at CHAB. He moved to CFRN in 1950 then CJCA in 1952. He was hired as news director at CHED in 1954 and became merchandising director in 1956. Later in the year, Allan Slaight left for CHUM Toronto.

Where is the radio station CHED in Edmonton located?

(Corus Premium Television Ltd.) CHED (630 AM) is a radio station licensed to Edmonton, Alberta. Owned by Corus Entertainment, it broadcasts a news/talk format, and first signed on in 1954. Its studios are located on 84th Street in Edmonton, while its transmitters are located in Southeast Edmonton.

Who started 630 CHED? Jerry Forbes 630 CHED Santas Anonymous is started by Jerry Forbes at 1080 CHED. In it’s first year, the charity provided new toys to 600 kids. When did 630 CHED start? 1954 (Corus Premium Television Ltd.) CHED (630 AM) is a radio station licensed to Edmonton, Alberta. Owned by Corus Entertainment,…