Another University Puts An FM on the Market
In recent years, institutions of higher learning have decided that operating a radio station is no longer in the best interests of that school. As a result, WBRU-FM in Providence on Sept. 1, 2017 bid farewell. There are other FMs that have faded into the sunset, sold off by colleges. Another college has joined the sellers' list.
A Joint Sales Venture Unites USRN, Key Networks
Don't call it a merger, but instead a strategic partnership. Longtime radio syndication company United Stations Radio Networks (USRN), founded by the late Dick Clark, and Key Networks, are uniting their sales forces.
Thieves steal $30,000 worth of copper from radio towers
About $30,000 worth of copper was reported stolen from two radio towers in West Palmetto, FL on 3/31, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.
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Sirius on the launching pad
Some AM towers have been standing for the better part of a century, but it doesn’t work that way for satellite radio, whose orbiting signal relays have to be replaced on a regular basis. A new satellite
Apple to pull iTunes Radio holdouts from iTunes?
According to multiple sources to Digital Music News, Apple is considering penalizing any iTunes
Warshaw Buys Out Perot Interest in Connoisseur
Connoisseur Media has just completed a management buyout in which members of management will now own substantially all of the company.
WBEB refuses to air PCAR PSA; responds to claims
The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape is urging Pennsylvanians to contact WBEB 101.1FM in Philadelphia and express their displeasure
Catholic News report cites tripartisan LPFM support
Yes, you read that right – tripartisan. Catholic News Service says that in the Senate, LPFM is supported by Maria Cantwell (D-WA), recent Republican...
NPG Brings Colorado Triple Play In-House
There are three KRDOs in Colorado Springs – an AM, an FM and a TV
Can A Pirate Radio Operator Fight A Fine?
In September 2015, a New Jersey resident was issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture for operating an unlicensed radio station. Can an individual fight an NAL? Yes. Was this pirate broadcaster successful? The FCC's Enforcement Bureau just ruled on the 2 1/2-year old matter.
Saga Secures Music Listening, Consumption Data Deal
The pure play radio broadcasting company has just signed a new long-term agreement with Mediabase and BuzzAngle Music, a product from New York-based Border City Media.
Cumulus stock shift is rating-neutral
Moody’s Investors Service notes that there will be a positive effect of a Cumulus plan to offer a new stock series with the intention...
Salem Sets Quarterly Cash Dividend
Shareholders of record as of Sept. 19 will enjoy a 6 1/2 cents per share quarterly dividend
A ‘Save Our Station’ Deal Is Done in W. Va.
A trio of West Virginia radio stations are being sold, and the transaction, which sees Seth Williams of Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth serve as the legal counsel for both parties, brings in a new owner dedicated to a "Save Our Station" effort. That's the official name of the licensee that, pending FCC approval, will be acquiring the three properties.
An Earnings Analysis For Cumulus
Here's what Capital Cube had to say about the company, which saw its shares hovering between 41 and 42 cents at Thursday's Closing Bell. The No. 2 owner of AM and FM stations was placed side by side with Entercom, Saga Communications, Salem Media Group and Radio One.