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WCNY-FM host Neva Pilgrim honored by The Syracuse Sounds of Music Association

Published - October 25, 2013

Neva Pilgrim, WCNY-FM host of WCNY’s  Fresh Ink radio show, received the 2013 Ovation Award from The Syracuse Sounds of Music Association, Inc. She was honored with the award at the association’s Music Matters event, a celebration of music in the community. Pilgrim was recognized for her outstanding commitment to the Central New York music community. She is the first recipient of the award. “I am incredibly honored to be given such an award,” Pilgrim said. “It’s so rewarding to live in a community where people are working hard to make Central New York a richer, more inclusive culture in

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Anti-NY Safe Act groups urge “No” vote on ballot propositions

Published - October 24, 2013

A coalition of anti-NY Safe Act groups is urging its members to “Vote No” on all six proposition questions on the November ballot.   The group sent out a flyer with an accompanying email: “The Safe Act MUST be REPEALED.  How to fight for Repeal? Grassroots in ACTION! A defeat of all 6 ballot resolutions will be a LOUD Voice from the people and will go a long way toward FULL Repeal of the Safe Act.  ‘They’ will do more than listen to US then! Please help defeat Cuomo and the totally incompetent Albany Legislature.  There is a great reason to

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WCNY’s Broadcast and Education Center Grand Opening takes place today

Published - October 24, 2013

On Oct. 30, WCNY welcomes you, your family and the entire community to the Grand Opening of WCNY’s new Broadcast and Education Center in Syracuse. Come see how modern television and radio are made. Explore the Enterprise America education center, eat at the new café, meet on-air personalities and hear from special guests, including state education commissioner John King and kids’ favorite Bob the BuilderTM. Learn more

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Live From the Artists Den: Imagine Dragons airs Oct. 27 on WCNY

Published - October 23, 2013

The historic Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles hosted a performance by this year’s biggest break-out rock band, Imagine Dragons, for an explosive episode of Live from the Artists Den. Powered by the intense and athletic stage presence of lead singer Dan Reynolds, the Las Vegas-based band tore through a set full of its dance-inflected, percussion-heavy rock anthems, including the smash singles “It’s Time” and “Radioactive.” Airs Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. on WCNY. Learn more

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Fitzpatrick discusses Moreland Commission, Mahoney talks about green efforts on ‘The Capitol Pressroom’

Published - October 22, 2013

On Oct. 22, WCNY’s The Capitol Pressroom spoke with Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick about the Moreland Commission. The show also featured an interview with Onondaga County Executive Joanie Mahoney and her green infrastructure efforts. Fitzpatrick, co-chair of New York’s anti-corruption Moreland Commission, rejected criticism of the panel and said the group remains independent and is effectively doing its job to investigate corruption. He also told host Susan Arbetter that though the co-chairs are required to talk with the governor periodically, it is completely false that Gov. Cuomo is interfering with the commission’s work. “Whatever else we are, we are independent,” Fitzpatrick said.

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‘Frontline: Hunting the Nightmare Bacteria’ airs Oct. 22 at 10 p.m. on WCNY

Published - October 18, 2013

Has the age of antibiotics come to an end? From a young girl thrust onto life support in Arizona to an uncontrollable outbreak at one of the nation’s most prestigious hospitals, Frontline investigates the alarming rise of a deadly type of bacteria that our modern antibiotics can’t stop. Airs Oct. 22  at 10 p.m. on WCNY. Learn more

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‘Nova: Making Stuff’ airs Oct. 23 at 9 p.m. on WCNY.

Published - October 18, 2013

What will the future bring, and what will it be made of? In Nova’s “Making Stuff,” popular New York Times technology reporter David Pogue takes viewers on a fun-filled tour of the material world we live in, and the one that may lie ahead. Get a behind-the-scenes look at scientific innovations ushering in a new generation of materials that are stronger, smaller, cleaner, and smarter than anything we’ve ever seen. Airs Oct. 23 at 9 p.m. on WCNY. Learn more about the show

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WCNY names new employees

Published - October 17, 2013

WCNY, Central New York’s public broadcasting company, announces the following new hires: Renee Ames, of Constantia, has been named WCNY’s new family literacy and instructional coordinator. Prior to joining WCNY, she was a teacher for the Baldwinsville School District. She earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and a master’s degree in reading education from the State University of New York at Cortland. Sheila Golden, of Syracuse, has been named auction sales representative. Prior to joining WCNY, she worked at Bank of America as a licensed investment specialist. She earned an associate’s degree in business from Onondaga Community College. Michael

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‘Cooking with Nick Stellino’ features halibut Friday

Published - October 15, 2013

Nick Stellino grew up in Palermo, on the island of Sicily, and came to the United States in 1975. In 1991, he decided to leave his lucrative career as a Wall Street stockbroker in order to follow his dream of becoming a chef. Stellino makes a  halibut dish on Friday on Create. Cooking with Nick Stellino airs weekdays at 9:30 p.m. on Create. Learn more

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WCNY Community Public Affairs Committee to meet Oct. 23

Published - October 14, 2013

In accordance with open meetings law, WCNY provides reasonable notice to the public of its board meetings. The next WCNY Community Public Affairs Committee will take place at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the broadcast center located at 415 W. Fayette St., Syracuse, N.Y. Interested parties wishing to attend should contact the Public Broadcasting Council of Central New York before 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, by calling (315) 453-2424.

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‘Superheroes: A Never-Ending Battle’ airs Oct. 15 on WCNY

Published - October 14, 2013

Superheroes: A Never-Ending Battle is the first documentary to examine the dawn of the comic book genre and its powerful legacy. It also examines the evolution of the characters who leapt from the pages over the last 75 years and their ongoing worldwide cultural impact. Airs Oct. 15 from 8 to 11 p.m. on WCNY. Learn more

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‘Frontline’ presents ‘League of Denial’ Oct. 8

Published - October 7, 2013

League of Denial explores claims by scientists and former players that show the National Football League denied and worked to refute scientific evidence that the violent collisions at the heart of the game are linked to an alarming rate of early onset dementia, catastrophic brain damage, death and other devastating consequences for some of football’s all-time greats. Frontline will present League of Denial: The NFL’s Concussion Crisis, a two hour program that explores why the NFL is under assault from thousands of former players who have claimed the league tried to cover up how football inflicted long-term brain injuries on

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Masterpiece Theatre’s ‘Paradise’ airs Sunday at 9 p.m.

Published - October 2, 2013

A bright-eyed country girl, Denise Lovett, finds more than just shop-girl work when she brings her clever ideas and ambition to Britain’s glamorous first department store, The Paradise. Denise is plunged into power struggles, intrigues and romance as she catches the attention of the store’s dashing and enigmatic owner, John Moray. Entangled with his powerful financial backer’s entitled daughter, Moray harbors a dark secret as well as debts that threaten to ruin his hard-won empire. Learn more

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