Joe Leary

Vancouver

Host at CKST-AM (Vancouver, BC)

Freelance Contributor at Freelance

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Articles

Top Blue Jays’ prospect thrills Vancouverites

2 weeks ago | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

Throughout its rich baseball history, the Vancouver Canadians have had many future Major League superstars entertain the fans at Nat Bailey Stadium; affiliated with either the home or visiting team’s minor league systems. Home to professional baseball since 1951, ‘The Nat’ boasts an impressive list of famous names to grace the diamond over the years; dating back to Brooks Robinson in 1959 and Tony La Russa in 1968.
Steveston’s Sausage Kings

1 month ago | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

With tariffs being levied on Canadian products shipped to the US and reciprocal costs placed on incoming American goods—it’s clear that divisions are drawn and previously dependable, cross border consumer markets have been changed dramatically. There has never been a better than now to practice the mantra: “Think Local; Source Local; Shop Local; Elbows Up”.
Fuggles Beer-Richmond’s only brewing production facility

2 months ago | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

Craft Beer exploded in BC some fifteen or so, years ago and an entire industry suddenly sprung up. Densely populated areas began witnessing beer communities developing; seemingly overnight. East Vancouver; dubbed ‘Yeast Van’, became something of lore among beer folk; offering numerous local breweries, all within a short walk of each other. This created dedicated beer destinations; further establishing a close-knit beer culture. Since those halcyon days there has been some recession.
Our City Tonight

2 months ago | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

THE VIEW #1 – Don’t Say ItDon’t Say It has no car chases, no gun fire, explosions or superhero characters. For that reason (among many), we were delighted to sit down and view this wonderful, warm film about two middle-aged people who might have a second chance at love and life. Pat (Rich Grosso) is a talented chef who works days at his brother’s deli after his restaurant folded and his marriage ended.
Canada’s first McDonald’s Restaurant

Feb 28, 2025 | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

1967 was an historic year across our True North Strong and Free. It was Canada’s Centennial, marking 100 years since Confederation and Montreal played host to the world with the International and Universal Exposition known as ‘Expo 67’. In sports, the Toronto Maple Leafs won their 13th Stanley Cup—the last thus far—and in the world of fast food, McDonald’s took a bold leap and expanded beyond its US borders, launching their first Canadian location.
‘Gordon Ramsay Steak’ open in Richmond

Jan 31, 2025 | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

As one of the most iconic names in the culinary world, Gordon Ramsay has cultivated his status and now ranks as a true global food superstar. Known for his fiery temper and colourful dialogue, the 58-year-old culinary giant has gained international fame in his journey, becoming one of the world’s most influential and renowned chefs.
From TV to Transit

Jan 17, 2025 | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

It seems that Thor Diakow has had a penchant for the communications field ever since childhood. In fact, as a ‘kid’ of the 80’s, he vividly recalls watching the 6 o’clock news with his parents on any given night. It would instill in him the narrative gene. “The concept of telling visual stories and informing people about community and world issues while they sat in the comfort of their living rooms; through the medium of television always fascinated me,” he says.
Catching up with ‘Captain Kirk’

Jan 13, 2025 | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

To fans of the Vancouver Canucks there are few players more admired and beloved than Kirk McLean. And while his heroics in goal are what endeared him to Vancouver hockey fans for some ten seasons, it might be a surprise to learn that prior to dedicating himself to hockey, he was scouted by a European Soccer Club at the age of 12. “I didn’t really know about that until a bit later in my teenage years when my mom told me,” he says.
The Invictus Games

Dec 5, 2024 | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

It is among the most inspiring competitive events ever staged. And British Columbia is about to be bestowed the honour as the world gears up for the next installment of the Invictus Games. Vancouver and Whistler will proudly play host for the 10th Anniversary event, taking place from Feb. 8 to16, 2025. The games are the creation of Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, who serves as Patron of the Invictus Games Foundation.
Farewell, Doc Harris

Nov 21, 2024 | richmondsentinel.ca | Joe Leary

The local radio airwaves lost a legendary voice last month with the passing of Doc Harris. Born Gilbert Auchinleck in 1948, ‘Doc’ began his decades-long radio career in Victoria in 1966, before a series of moves that took him back east before returning home to Vancouver and CKLG in 1973 as Gil Harris. Three years later the moniker, ‘Doc Harris’ became a fixture in the city on a number of radio stations, including Rock 101; 97 KISS-FM; CKNW 98 and Richmond’s then Oldies station, 650 CISL.