LARRY GORDON
CHOK's News Director and Morning News Anchor.

Larry says "the reputation of the news department is one that preceeded me, of course, but it's a reputation of trust, dedication and one of professionalism. We just try to present the facts, as they are, to all of Sarnia-Lambton." Born in Wingham, Ontario, Larry is the father of three and joined the staff of CHOK in 1974.

DAVE DENTINGER
CHOK's Afternoon Anchor and Senior Reporter

Dave is a seasoned veteran of CHOK's News Room with over 20 years of reporting experience. He says "I stay because I want to work for a news oriented station - one that's respected as an information outlet." Born in Walkerton, Ontario, Dave is the father of two.

STEPHANIE CHAVES
CHOK's Afternoon Reporter

Stephanie was born in Toronto, but grew up in sunny Sarnia, Ontario. She is a graduate of the Broadcast Journalism program at Fanshawe College. "As a member of the CHOK news team, I'm kept busy with a number of duties from newscasting, reporting, conducting interviews and developing story ideas, in what I consider to be one of the most interesting news markets in Canada."

MELANIE IRWIN
Reporter

Melanie says she loves the feeling of breaking news. "Its a rush to know you will be hearing the story first from us ." Born in Mt. Brydges, Ontario, Melanie was raised on the family farm and remains a 'country girl' at heart. She is a graduate of the Broadcast Journalism and Broadcast Journalism Television - News programs at Fanshawe College.

Jay VanKlinken
Reporter

Jay VanKlinken was born in London Ontario and moved to Lambton County in 1999. Jay graduated the Journalism and Communications Media course at Mohawk College with honours and awards to his credit. In his spare time Jay enjoys sports (especially baseball), Survivor, Big Band music and spending time with his wife.

Email the News Team news@chok.com