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Syndicated TV Lineup Changes in Syracuse Ahead

Syndicated TV Lineup Changes in Syracuse Ahead

SYRACUSE — One of the biggest syndicated lineup changes in Syracuse TV already took place last month, when Channel 5 (WTVH-DT) managed to snatch morning gabfest Live! with Regis and Kelly away from Channel 9 (WSYR-DT). But a few more changes are set to take place, specifically during the 7pm “access hour.” [More »]

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Mega POTW: Radio and TV at the New York State Fair (2010)

Mega POTW: Radio and TV at the New York State Fair (2010)

SYRACUSE — Anyone who works in broadcasting knows there are certain times of the year you’re not forbidden (or at least strongly discouraged) to take vacation.  Those are usually the most important ratings or sweeps periods of the year.  But in Syracuse, you can cross 12 more days off the calendar: The Great New York State Fair.  In this “Mega Picture of the Week” we have not one, not ten, but 16 pictures from this year’s fair. [More »]

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B104.7 and AM Co-Hosts Nominated for CMA Awards

B104.7 and AM Co-Hosts Nominated for CMA Awards

SYRACUSE — Clear Channel country station B104.7 (WBBS) is nominated for medium market Station of the Year; and morning show co-hosts Tom Owens and Becky Palmer are nominated for medium market Personalities of the Year in the 44th annual Country Music Association Awards. [More »]

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B104.7 Mentioned in NY State Fair Probe

B104.7 Mentioned in NY State Fair Probe

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.

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CW6 News at 10 Expanding to Full Hour

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. [More »]

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NewsChannel 9 Expanding Local News

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. [More »]

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WRVO Seeking Creative Mug Designs

WRVO Seeking Creative Mug Designs

OSWEGO — Citing the success of last year’s contest, public broadcaster WRVO is once again inviting listeners to submit artwork that could be used on coffee mugs offered as incentives during WRVO’s upcoming fall fundraiser. [More »]

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Regis & Kelly Move Down Syracuse TV Dial

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). [More »]

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Josh Grosvent to Handle Mornings at 95X

Josh Grosvent to Handle Mornings at 95X

SYRACUSE — He’s been a regular guest with Ted & Amy on 93Q (WNTQ) for a few years, even stepping in as substitute co-host (with Chris Xaver) whenever Ted & Amy are on vacation.  Starting next month, comedian Josh Grosvent will hosting his own morning show on sister station 95X (WAQX). [More »]

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Dr. Laura to Sign Off in December

Dr. Laura to Sign Off in December

LOS ANGELES — Just a week after an incident where she said “the n-word” live on-the-air several times in a row, Dr. Laura has announced she’s going to end her radio show when her current contract ends this December.  Formerly heard on prominent news/talkers in Central New York’s two largest markets, Dr. Laura’s show is now only heard on one station on the fringe of our coverage area.  [More »]

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