Dick Carr Shares Concert Memories October 23rd, 2008 The year is 1968. You’re in charge of lining up the entertainment for your station’s Christmas party. Imagine booking the Count Basie Orchestra — and then getting Tony Bennett to stop by for an impromptu performance. Impossible? Not for Classic FM’s Dick Carr!
POTW: Where Are They Now? (2008) October 17th, 2008 It’s been a little over a year since Clear Channel sold its Utica-Rome cluster to Galaxy Communications. As a result of the sale, several long-time on-air personalities were let go, but at least one has since landed on his feet.
Gene Conte in the AllAccess Hot Seat October 14th, 2008 Newsradio 950 WIBX Program Director Gene Conte is the subject of this week’s “10 Questions” column at AllAccess.com. He talks about his many on-air personas, WIBX’s efforts to maintain a significant amount of local programming, and his long career in the Utica-Rome market.
Frequent Limbaugh Fill-In Gets Own National Show October 8th, 2008 Former San Diego mayor Roger Hedgecock, a frequent substitute for Rush Limbaugh, will have his own nationally-syndicated weekday talkshow starting just after the new year.
Governor to Appear on Jim Reith Show October 5th, 2008 Governor David Paterson is scheduled to appear on WSYR’s Jim Reith Show tomorrow, according to a press release sent out by the Governor’s Press Office today.
POTW: Don Dolloff’s Early Days at WCNY (1979) October 3rd, 2008 Next Tuesday, longtime WCNY personality Don Dolloff will retire from a 34-year career at the Syracuse public radio station. In his honor, we’ve decided to borrow a classic photo from Don’s earlier days at the station.
Doug Stephan Celebrates 20th Anniversary October 1st, 2008 Doug Stephan is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his syndicated morning talk show, “Doug Stephan’s Good Day.” Locally, Newsradio 950 WIBX/Utica carries the show on Saturday mornings. Doug’s website has a 20th anniversary page with highlights from the past 2 decades.
WIBX’s “First Look” to be Aired on TV September 30th, 2008 Starting later this week, Newsradio 950 WIBX’s local talk show First Look will have the chance to gain some new… viewers. Yes, viewers. Every Friday in October, the show will be videotaped for re-broadcast on TV.
Frisina Profiled by Radio & Records September 30th, 2008 More ink for TK99/TK105/WOUR middayer Dave Frisina. A little over four months after making the cover of the Syracuse NewTimes, Frisina’s 30-year career in Syracuse radio is being documented by the national trade publication, Radio & Records.
WCNY’s Don Dolloff Announces Retirement September 28th, 2008 Longtime WCNY-FM personality and manager Don Dolloff has announced his retirement, effective October 7th. The retirement date coincides with the end date for Classic FM’s current pledge drive.
