CJCS 1240 Radio - Local and Community Events in Stratford Ontario

John Kastner's final day at the Stratford Beacon Herald is today.

The Managing Editor will bid farewell to his coworkers at the end of the work day.

Kastner has been with the local newspaper for 33 years and is a lifelong citizen of the Stratford area.

His departure is part of the 500 job cuts Quebecor imposed at its news outlets across the country this month.

Kastner says he's looking forward to new challenges.

The County of Perth joins numerous organizations and communities across the world to celebrate International Day for Persons with Disabilities on December 1st.

The undefeated Canadian Amputee Hockey Club, winners of six consecutive International Standing Hockey Federation World Championships, will be challenging the Monkton Lady Wildcats to an exciting, fast-paced game of hockey in Milverton.

There will be a free skate from 7:00pm to 7:30 pm, followed by the game.

Stratford Mayor Dan Mathieson and NHL Linesman Steve Miller will be officiating.

Long time CJCS morning man Eddie Matthews will receive the Queen's Diamond Jubilee medal next month.

The medal will be presented to Matthews by Perth-Wellington MP Gary Schellenberger.

The award recognizes the service of Canadians who have made significant contributions to their communities.

It was created to honour Queen Elizabeth's 60 year reign on the throne.

The award ceremony will take place in Stratford on Tuesday, December 18^th.

It's a busy night in the Ontario Hockey League with nine games on the schedule.

The Kitchener Rangers play host to Windsor at 7:00pm.

The red hot Knights welcome Barrie to London.

The puck drops at 7:30pm.