WRNI-AM is now free of Boston University and its WBUR-FM. Of course, that means it is also free of funding from WBUR – in fact, Rhode Island Public Radio will pay $2M to BU to full acquire the AM over the course of the next ten years. Combined with full state coverage, thanks to its WRNI-FM, RIPR is expecting to enjoy its newfound independence.
![Canandaigua, N.Y., as seen in July 2017 [Photo: Adam R Jacobson]](https://rbr.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_4637-e1544133309523-212x150.jpg "FLX Local Media Completes Its Finger Lakes Deal")