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Jim Lavigne, Saint John radio legend, dies at 67

Saint John is mourning the passing of renowned local radio host Jim Lavigne.

Known by many as “Jimbo,” Lavigne died over the weekend at the age of 67.

Lavigne spent more than four decades gracing the airwaves of Saint John.

That included more than 20 years at Country 94, where he hosted mornings for many of those years.

Lavigne turned off his mic for the final time in June 2022, ending what many described as a legendary career.

He is remembered for his on-air presence and infectious sense of humour.

Funeral arrangements have not yet been released.

VIDEO: Jim Lavigne retires on June 29, 2022, after a more than four-decade radio career.

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  • Brad Perry is an award-winning news anchor and reporter and a 2013 graduate of the NBCC journalism program. Based in New Brunswick, he is also the assistant national news director for Acadia Broadcasting. Contact Brad at perry.brad@radioabl.ca.

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