B104.7 Mentioned in NY State Fair Probe August 31st, 2010 New info added 9/1 – SYRACUSE — Clear Channel country station B104.7 (WBBS) and “a Syracuse-area television weatherman” are mentioned in a report by the New York State Inspector General’s Office regarding allegations of corruption against former New York State Fair Director Peter Cappuccilli, Jr. and other past and present Fair officials.
CW6 News at 10 Expanding to Full Hour August 30th, 2010 SYRACUSE — According to the Syracuse Press Club, the 10pm newscast on CW6 (WSTQ-LP) will expand from 30 minutes to a full hour starting tonight. SPC says Lisa Spitz will join Matt Mulcahy as producer and co-anchor.
NewsChannel 9 Expanding Local News August 30th, 2010 SYRACUSE — It’s a busy two weeks for ABC affiliate NewsChannel 9 (WSYR-TV). Right after 12 days of extensive coverage from the New York State Fair, it’s the MDA Labor Day Telethon, followed the very next day by the addition of two more newscasts.
Regis & Kelly Move Down Syracuse TV Dial August 26th, 2010 SYRACUSE — The money CBS affiliate WTVH-TV saved by shutting down its newsroom and moving in with channel 3 has apparently been piling up — enough for Channel 5 to take over the market’s affiliation contract for Live! With Regis and Kelly away from longtime affiliate NewsChannel 9 (WSYR-TV).
Former WTVH Weatherman Jack Slater Dies August 2nd, 2010 SYRACUSE — While he never worked in local radio, many will recognize his name nonetheless: former WTVH weatherman Jack Slater has passed away. Slater, who worked for the CBS affiliate during it’s era of market dominance under the “NewsCenter 5” branding, was 76.
POTW: Farewell, Newscenter 5 (Mid 1980s) March 6th, 2009 SYRACUSE — One last time… it’s not radio, but it’s been an historic week for Syracuse broadcasting. Earlier this week, WTVH (Channel 5) fired about 40 people without warning, after announcing it would be entering a shared-services agreement with WSTM (Channel 3). In this installment of the POTW, a look back at better times for
WTVH Sends Staffers Packing March 2nd, 2009 SYRACUSE — Sadly, the rumors we reported earlier have become true: Syracuse’s first TV station has sent 40+ staffers packing, and the news operations have been “gutted” to a barebones crew. (Updated at 6:25pm)
Rumor Mill: Syracuse TV Merger? February 27th, 2009 SYRACUSE — Even though it’s not related to radio (well, it could be, but we’d have to make some awfully long, historic stretches), it’s still a pretty big story. Trusted sources tell CNYRadio.com two Syracuse TV stations may be joining forces, in a move that includes one station shutting down its news department.
Syracuse Broadcast Legend Mike Price Retiring July 1st, 2008 He’s known mostly for his 46 years working at NewsChannel 9 (WSYR-TV) in Syracuse. Mike Price is retiring from full-time work as of this Thursday. Why are we reporting on the retirement of a TV personality? You may not remember it, but he does have ties to local radio as well.
Lite 105.9 raises over $27,000 March 31st, 2005 Lite 105.9 (WLTI) and WSTM-TV 3 teamed up this week to raise money for a worthy cause. Tuesday’s Lite Loves Kids Radiothon raised $27,182.24 for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of CNY. Special guests during the broadcast included Syracuse Mayor Matt Driscoll, Onondaga County Executive Nick Pirro, SU Chancellor Nancy Cantor, Ronald McDonald House staff,
