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Tony Pigg

‘Regis & Kathy Lee’ Voice and NYC Radio Host Tony Pigg Passes

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Tony Pigg, a beloved figure in New York City's broadcasting community, has passed away at the age of 85. Pigg, whose real name was Richard Quinn, was renowned for his work as the announcer on Live with Regis & Kathy Lee and his 15-year tenure at WPLJ.
Sunny 95

Sunny 95 Clouds Over As Layoffs Hit Saga’s Columbus Cluster

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Saga Communications announced a series of layoffs as part of a strategic restructuring across its Columbus, Ohio cluster. The staff cuts involve talent and directors at Sunny 95 (WSNY), Rewind 103.5 (WNND), and Mix 107.9 (WVMX).
Paul Keenan

Paul Keenan To Leave Bauer Group COO Role At End Of Q3

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The UK's Bauer Media Group Chief Operating Officer Paul Keenan will be leaving the company after sixteen years, the broadcaster announced on April 26. Keenan will step down on September 30 but will continue to collaborate with Bauer as an advisor.
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Dana Cortez Off Power In Phoenix As Station Preps New Future

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The Dana Cortez Show has parted ways with flagship station Power 98.3 and 96.1 (KKFR) and Desert Valley Media Group as the station prepares a relaunch. DVMG CEO Jeff Trumper made the announcement in a memo to company staff as KKFR welcomes a "new sound."
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Audacy Lays Off Fewer Than 2% In Departmental RIFs

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Throughout the day on Wednesday, a number of Audacy employees, both corporate and local, were laid off as part of divisional shifts, affecting what appears to mainly be Audacy's Digital Editorial and Social Strategy teams.
Rob Graham

Longtime Virginia News Director and Anchor Rob Graham Passes

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Saga Communications' Charlottesville Radio Group is mourning the loss of its former long-time WINA News Director and anchor, Rob Graham. Graham passed away over the weekend during a golf trip with his two older brothers. His was 69.
Jay West

Jay West To Oversee Max Media’s Hampton Road Operations

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After announcing staff changes on the cluster's Country station, Max Media of Hampton Roads is promoting Jay West to Operations Manager. West previously held positions in markets including Philadelphia, Houston, Buffalo, Milwaukee, and Albuquerque.
Jesse Kelly

Conservative Radio Host Jesse Kelly Gets Premiere Extension

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Premiere Networks has announced a long-term exclusive contract renewal with conservative talk host Jesse Kelly. The US Marine Corps veteran will continue The Jesse Kelly Show on more than 200 stations nationwide and in podcast form.
Amy O

Texas Radio Talent ‘Amy O’ Killed In Highway Motorcycle Crash

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Alpha Media Lubbock is mourning the loss of Amy Garza, known as "Amy O" on 104.9 The Beat (KBTE), who died in a hit and run motorcycle crash in San Antonio early April 20. Garza, 45, was confirmed as the victim by the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Karen West

Karen West Wakes Up The Eagle In Virginia Beach

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After three decades of her broadcasting to the Virginia coast, Max Media of Hampton Roads is moving midday host Karen West to her own solo morning show on 97.3 The Eagle (WGH). In her place, Barry McKay will fill the vacant slot, effective immediately.

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