If you’ve ever spent time in Boston radio, you likely are familiar with the name Clark Smidt. He’s well-known as the architect of “Softrock 103,” the former WEEI-FM, and today serves as radio programming consultant focused on New England and New York State.
Now, Smidt is becoming a licensee.
He’s purchasing WATX-AM in Hamden, Conn., a Class B two-pattern facility licensed for 1kw during daylight hours and 305 watts at night, from two towers due north of New Haven.
Terms call for Smidt to cover the seller’s legal expenses associated with the transfer of WATX.
And, the seller is Quinnipiac College, widely known for its presidential election polls.
The school retains ownership of WQAQ-FM in Hamden.
Smidt is obtaining the station through the newly formed “Clark Media.”
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