First up, a number of new community radio stations have recently launched. Back in March, Blackburn’s 102.2 had launched by the 14th. Riviera Radio, based in Torbay has launched on 107.9 FM. Leicester station Radio 2 Funky has also launched, this time on 95.0 FM. Bristol based SWU FM are testing ahead of launch on…Read moreRead more
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Analogue Radio Updates
BBC Confirm MW Transmitter Closures
The BBC have now announced when the next round of MW (AM) local radio transmitters will close. BBC Three Counties Radio have already ceased broadcasts on the 630 and 1260 transmitters, and are now broadcasting a retune advice loop. Full closure will take place on the 6th April. For the rest of the stations, closure…Read moreRead more
Upcoming Medium Wave Closures
Ofcom has given Talk Sport consent to turn off the following medium wave (MW/AM) transmitters: • Rosemarkie (Inverness) • Redruth (Cornwall) • Redmoss (Aberdeen) • Londonderry • Occombe (Devon) • Plummers Barracks (Plymouth) • Pearce’s Hill (Devon) Although the percentage reduction is marginal, 95% to 93%, over 1 million potential listeners will be affected. Listeners…Read moreRead more
BBC Newcastle Launches New Evening Shows
BBC Newcastle will ceased taking the networked evening show from today, and re-commence local programming from 7pm to 10pm. Nick Roberts will present from 7pm to 8pm, which will be following by a 2 hour slot dedicated to a different subject each evening. On Monday’s, Sue Company will be host conversation and stories from around…Read moreRead more
Alfie Joey and Don Carr to Attempt 3 Peaks Challenge
BBC Newcastle breakfast presenter Alfie Joey, and Don Carr are to attempt the National Three Peaks Challenge, to raise funds for The Sick Children’s Trust. On the 23rd and 24th of June, they will attempt to climb Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike & Mount Snowdon in a period of 24 hours (including travelling time). The Just…Read moreRead more