Crystal Beach has no shortage of budding entrepreneurs. Just ask Teresa Masotti, owner of Blushing Bride on Derby Road. Her boutique approach to wedding gowns has earned her praise from brides all over Niagara. She joins me for the season finale episode of The Fort Erie Podcast to discuss how Blushing Bride came to be and what brides can expect when booking a fitting.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…00:54.
• Local Headlines…01:21.
• Win a $3,000 Vacation…02:52.
• Fort Erie Q&A…03:56.
• Teresa Masotti…04:43.
• Community Events…12:16.

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Jarvis Street is now home to the fifth Neon Crab location across Ontario. Phil Cudmore, tattoo artist and studio director, joins me to discuss how he got into tattooing, how the industry has evolved, and what to expect when booking with Neon Crab.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…00:34.
• Local Headlines…01:11.
• Fort Erie Job Leads…04:17.
• Phil Cudmore…05:07.
• Community Events…12:46.

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When Gary O’Brien first visited Ridgeway, he knew right then that this was where he’d retire. What he didn’t realize at the time was that he and his son, Matt, would end up operating one of the most popular bar and grills in town. From the flavors of wings — can you say, Fuhgeddaboudit? — to treating staff and customers like family, Gary shares the secret ingredients that make Trailside so successful.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…01:00.
• Local Headlines…01:35.
• Hot New Listing…02:58.
• Fort Erie Job Leads…03:35.
• Gary O’Brien…04:34.
• Community Events…12:22.

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From community gardens to shelter for refugees, the Matthew House is a force for good in Fort Erie. John Mtshede, once a refugee claimant himself, joins me to talk about his role as executive director and the support his non-profit has received from our town.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…00:35.
• Local Headlines…01:20.
• Hot New Listing…02:31.
• Fort Erie Q&A…03:20.
• John Mtshede…04:28.
• Community Events…12:03.

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It’s no secret that, since opening early in 2020, Casa Hugo has quickly become a favorite dinner spot for tourists and locals alike. But its owner and operator, David Bergeron, has faced many challenges and shutdowns due to the public health crisis. David joins me to talk about his vision for Casa Hugo and the future of Crystal Beach.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…00:59.
• Local Headlines…01:45.
• Hot New Listing…03:17.
• Fort Erie Q&A…04:01.
• David Bergeron…04:57.
• Community Events…12:37.

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Ashley Gibson, family law and real estate lawyer and partner in Gibson & Reitboeck, hops on the podcast with me to discuss growing up in Fort Erie, some of her earliest legal influences, and why everyone over the age of majority should have a will.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…01:17.
• Local Headlines…02:00.
• Hot New Listing…03:35.
• Fort Erie Q&A…04:31.
• Ashley Gibson…05:17.
• Community Events…13:04.

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Never without a positive thing to say, Jennifer McCready joins me today to discuss body positivity, mental health, and the impact of her work with Lady Luck Photography Studio.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…00:45.
• Local Headlines…01:14.
• Win a $3,000 Vacation…02:27.
• Fort Erie Job Leads…04:16.
• Jennifer McCready…05:16.
• Community Events…13:03.

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When most people think of Salvation Army, they think of thrift shopping. But our local Salvation Army in Fort Erie offers so much more. Anne Watters, manager, joins me to discuss the various community services available to residents in our town.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…01:08.
• Local Headlines…01:45.
• Hot New Listing…03:20.
• Fort Erie Q&A…04:26.
• Anne Watters…05:13.
• Community Events…12:46.

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Who doesn’t love milkshakes, hot dogs, and gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches? In this episode, I speak with Shane Therrien, better known as Big Pappi, about the success he’s found serving up delicious comfort food on Derby Road in Crystal Beach.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…00:34.
• Local Headlines…01:21.
• Hot New Listing…02:19.
• Fort Erie Job Leads…03:30.
• Shane Therrien…05:07.
• Community Events…12:49.

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In this season four premiere episode, Shawn Murphy, owner of Your Farm Gate in Ridgeway, joins me to discuss his take on ethically and sustainably farmed food. Also, I announce two giveaways: First, tune in to The Fort Erie Podcast every week this fall for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to Lucky Stryx in Fort Erie. There is a total of $500 of gift certificates to be won. Then second, I am running a contest to win a $3,000 vacation package. The draw will be held in January. To enter, buy or sell residential real estate in Niagara with me before the end of the year.

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• Welcome…00:00.
• Win $50 to Lucky Stryx…00:42.
• Win a $3,000 Vacation…01:53.
• Local Headlines…02:32.
• Fort Erie Q&A…03:50.
• Shawn Murphy…05:01.
• Community Events…12:50.

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