In case you've been wondering about Rick Cluff's absence the past several weeks, the following was announced on CBC's Early Edition today ...
CBCEarlyEditionVerified account @CBCEarlyEdition 14h14 hours ago
A note for our listeners: Rick underwent heart surgery recently. He's okay & will be back soon, but is taking the summer to recover. Thank you for all of the well wishes so many of you have sent Rick's way, we know many of you miss his voice in the mornings.
Wishing you a speedy recovery Rick!