(New York, NY – December 1, 2009) News Talk Radio 710, WOR announced today that December 11 will be “Red Kettle Day” on the station. WOR will use its airwaves and website to raise funds and awareness for the Salvation Army Greater New York Division. The day’s highlight will be a live broadcast of The John Gambling Show from Michael Jordan’s The Steakhouse N.Y.C., located on the North and West balconies of Grand Central Terminal in New York City. That day’s special extended broadcast will take place from 5:30 until 10:00am, and feature New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg among its special guests.
Jerry Crowley, Vice President and General Manager of WOR said, “The Salvation Army’s red kettles and bell ringers are a New York City fixture at holiday time, but so many people are not aware of the work they do to help the neediest of our area throughout the year. We’re so pleased to have partnered with them to help them tell their story.”
Lt. Colonel Guy D. Klemanski, Divisional Commander, The Salvation Army Greater New York Division said, “WOR’s ‘Red Kettle Day’ is an incredible opportunity for the Greater New York community to come together to help their neighbors who are facing difficult times. The Salvation Army truly appreciates WOR’s eagerness to provide support for our programs and relief for New Yorkers in need.”
About The Salvation Army Greater New York Division
An integral part of the community for 129 years, The Salvation Army in Greater New York operates in more than 140 community and social service programs serving more than 600,000 people, regardless of race, religion, nationality or sexual orientation. For more information, visit www.standtogethernewyork.org
About WOR News/Talk Radio 710 HD
Founded in 1922, WOR News/Talk Radio 710 HD is New York’s oldest, privately-owned and continuously-operated radio station. As a top talk radio station in the country, it has continually made history with its award-winning broadcasts and remotes. WOR provides a well-rounded schedule of informational and lifestyle programming, featuring personalities such as John Gambling, Glenn Beck, Joan Hamburg, Lou Dobbs, Steve Malzberg, Michael Savage, Michael Smerconish, Dr. Joy Browne, Dr. Ronald Hoffman and Joey Reynolds. WOR News/Talk Radio 710 HD is a Buckley Broadcasting Corporation radio station, and it is the first AM Radio station in New York to broadcast in the new HD technology. WOR is streaming and podcasting at wor710.com.