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Public Radio Station WLIU Sold to Community Group, Renamed WPPB

When universities put their radio stations up for sale, more often than not the people lining up with cash in hand are non-local radio groups. So, it’s a wonderful surprise when those who work at a  station that’s on the … finish reading Public Radio Station WLIU Sold to Community Group, Renamed WPPB

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Celebs Rally to Help WLIU Stay Local and On the Air

As Paul Riismandel reported in August, Long Island University-owned public radio station WLIU is about to lose funding from its institution and is entertaining offers to purchase the station. Yesterday was the deadline for bids and a star-studded group of … finish reading Celebs Rally to Help WLIU Stay Local and On the Air

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Radio Pubcaster WLIU Receives Stay of Execution

Earlier this month Long Island University announced it would sell off its public radio outlet WLIU, tired of sinking $1.3 million a year into the station. Now, according to the Southampton Press (via Current) the university has given the station’s … finish reading Radio Pubcaster WLIU Receives Stay of Execution

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Long Island Pubcaster Up for Sale

Clear Channel, Cumulus and their commercial radio brethren are not the only ones facing economic hard times right now. While public radio in general may be doing better, it’s not necessarily the case for individual stations. The most recent example … finish reading Long Island Pubcaster Up for Sale

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