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Thank you, Saint John! Our best Radio-thon yet!

What an unforgettable day! Yesterday, the Love Your Hospital Radio-thon in support of the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation took over the airwaves of Country 94 and 97.3 The Wave, and it was our best year to date — all thanks to YOU.

For more than a decade, the Love Your Hospital Radio-thon has brought our community together in support of life-saving care at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Yesterday, you filled the day with heart, hope, and generosity. Together, our community raised an astounding $394,200 in support of the Working Wonders Campaign for Surgical Excellence at the Saint John Regional Hospital., funding two major breakthroughs at the Saint John Regional Hospital:

-Atlantic Canada’s most advanced and only cardiac-enabled Hybrid Operating Room; and

-One of Canada’s first Robotic Spinal Surgery programs.

Your gift was matched thanks to our generous donors Barb and D’Arcy Murphy.

It was such a pleasure seeing many of you in person at the 14th Annual Love Your Hospital Radio-thon Community Hub—powered by the Dobson Group—broadcasting from the atrium of Market Square. Thanks for coming to say hello, see the action, and be part of the Radio-thon experience.

Because of your support, world-class surgical tools, cutting-edge technology, and innovative equipment will soon be in the hands of the incredible care teams at our regional hospital. From life-saving cardiac procedures to complex surgeries that change lives, your kindness will echo throughout our community for years to come.

This wasn’t just a broadcast — it was a powerful reminder of what happens when an entire community rallies together with one goal: making care better for every patient who walks through the hospital doors.

To every donor, sponsor, volunteer, listener, and supporter: thank you. You made history with us. 💙

  • Nesta Matthews is the morning on-air announcer for 97.3 The Wave, part of the Acadia Broadcasting family. Known for her warm, engaging style and a knack for making every listener feel like a friend, Nesta keeps the airwaves buzzing with energy. She’s a natural storyteller, whether she’s sharing the latest music news or amplifying local voices in the community.

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May 19, 2026
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