Young Voices Big Questions as Kids Sit Down with Liberal MP Élisabeth Brière

Élisabeth Brière visits École Vision in Sherbrooke

Young Voices Big Questions as Kids Sit Down with Liberal MP Élisabeth Brière

Sherbrooke, May 2, 2025 - In a heartwarming and inspiring episode of *Reaching Out to the Community*, CJMQ’s Derek Bullard featured a unique interview conducted by three young radio students—Rosie, Jean, and Emma—from École primaire Vision in Sherbrooke. Their guest was none other than the recently re-elected Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke, Minister Élisabeth Brière. The students posed thoughtful questions, drawing out Minister Brière’s reflections on her childhood, political journey, […]

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Community Events

Sherbrooke Foundation Rallies for Youth in Need with Major Donation Weekend

Sherbrooke, May 1, 2025 - In this week’s Reaching Out to the Community, CJMQ spoke with Isabelle Grenier, Executive Director of the Fondation du Centre jeunesse de l’Estrie, about a powerful initiative aimed at helping youth under child protection transition into independent living. Grenier, who recently left politics to work directly with vulnerable youth, calls this leap “un grand saut”—her big bet on making a real difference. The Foundation’s current […]

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Featured

Champlain Student Creates Iron Man-Inspired Robotic Hand, Wins Science Award

Lennoxville, April 19, 2025 - Champlain College student Mateo Jarquin is making waves in the world of innovation with “FLEX,” a fully functional robotic hand that mirrors human movement in real time using only a camera. Inspired by Iron Man and powered by his own code and 3D printing, Mateo’s creation can be controlled remotely from anywhere in the world. His prototype uses cameras and distance tracking to translate finger […]

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Featured

Drug and Contraband Raid in Sherbrooke Leads to Major Seizure – Three to Face Charges

SHERBROOKE, April 15, 2025 – A joint task force from the Sherbrooke Police Service and the Régie de police de Memphrémagog, operating under the ACCES Cannabis and ACCES Tobacco programs, executed two significant drug and contraband raids on Monday, March 31. The searches took place at 1063 rue Courcelette and 448 Galt Ouest, following a public tip and a short investigation. Authorities confirmed the two locations were being used for […]

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Featured

Federal Political Candidates in Estrie: Who’s Running in Your Riding

Sherbrooke, Quebec - April 9, 2025 - As the federal election looms, candidates across the Estrie region are preparing for the upcoming battle at the polls. Here's a look at the candidates running in your riding: Sherbrooke: Liberal Party (PLC): Élisabeth Brière (Incumbent) Conservative Party (PCC): Esteban Hord-Méndez New Democratic Party (NDP): Jean-Pierre Fortier Bloc Québécois (BQ): Pierre-Étienne Rouillard Green Party (PVC): Kevin McKenna People's Party of Canada (PPC): Alexandre […]

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Communications

CJMQ 88.9 FM Celebrates Listen Canada – A Day to Champion Canadian Voices

Sherbrooke, QC – March 31, 2025 - At CJMQ 88.9 FM, we believe in the power of Canadian stories, music, and media to connect and inspire communities — and that’s why we’re proud to participate in Listen Canada, a special day dedicated to celebrating independent Canadian voices across the country. Listen Canada officially falls on March 31st, and we’re bringing the celebration to life on Monday right here in Sherbrooke […]

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Featured

Death Threat Leads to Arrest in Sherbrooke Apartment Incident

Sherbrooke, March 27, 2025 - A 55-year-old man was arrested last night in Sherbrooke following multiple reports of death threats directed at building security personnel. The situation began around 10:00 a.m. Wednesday morning, when security guards at a local apartment building contacted police to report that a tenant had issued death threats during an earlier intervention. Sherbrooke Police opened an investigation immediately, with the Criminal Investigations Division taking over the […]

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Communications

Saint-François River Under Close Watch as Water Levels Rise

Sherbrooke, Monday, March 17, 2025 – The Municipal Civil Security Organization (OMSC) of Sherbrooke continues to monitor the rising water levels of the Saint-François River, which has now reached 19 feet, the official mobilization threshold. With unseasonably warm temperatures, rapid snowmelt, and ongoing rainfall, authorities warn that water levels may continue to rise. Officials are also closely monitoring ice movement and potential ice jams, which could exacerbate flooding risks. The […]

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Art and Culture

Brett Kissel Brings “The Side You’ve Never Seen” Tour to Sherbrooke

SHERBROOKE, March 10, 2025 – Canadian country music star Brett Kissel is set to take the stage at Théâtre Granada this Tuesday, March 11, as part of his "The Side You’ve Never Seen" tour. This intimate acoustic performance will showcase a mix of storytelling, fan-favorite hits, and songs from his brand-new album, Let Your Horses Run, released just last week. Kissel, a multiple CCMA Award-winning artist, is no stranger to […]

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