NEWS TALK RADIO 710, WOR ANNOUNCES “RED KETTLE DAY”

wor_bloomburg(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.

A home run! Or if you’re Andy Pettitte, a no-hitter! 62nd Annual Luncheon a highlight for all

luncheon_2009_2Our Annual Luncheon has been a New York City tradition since 1948. The 62nd Annual Luncheon took place on December 2, 2009 at the Marriott Marquis, located just off of New York’s iconic Times Square.

And who more “New York” to honor this year than New York Yankee Andy Pettitte?  The celebrated pitcher, who helped the Yankees clinch the 2009 World Series, received a Pinnacle of Achievement Award for his humanitarian work.  Activist Malaak Compton-Rock’s innovative program Journey for Change: Empowering Youth Through Global Service also received a Pinnacle of Achievement Award.

Today show co-host Kathie Lee Gifford emceed the benefit. Long-time Salvation Army advisory board member Theodore J. Carlson was honored in memoriam for his life of community service. Chairman and CEO of the Stafford Foundation, Earl W. Stafford, received recognition for all his organization does to help the disadvantaged help themselves.

Salvation Army leader, Divisional Commander Lt. Colonel Guy D. Klemanski’s remarks turned the audience’s attention to a different side of New York: the suffering throughout the region brought on by the economic downturn.  He encouraged participation in The Salvation Army Greater New York Division’s Stand Together Campaign—a fundraising effort to spread relief for recession-related hardships throughout the Greater New York area. All proceeds from the Luncheon went to help New Yorkers in need.

New York Salvation Army Forms Media Partnership with WOR NewsTalk Radio 710

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New York,  NY—November 20, 2009—The Salvation Army Greater New York Division has taken its fight to protect victims of poverty to the AM airwaves. Starting in November 2009, the Army will be a regular presence on WOR NewsTalk Radio 710, a New York City station that broadcasts live and syndicated shows of personalities like John Gambling, Glenn Beck, and Lou Dobbs. 

WOR and the Army now broadcast “Beyond the Bells”—a half-hour show that airs on Sunday nights at 9:30 and is hosted by Denise Richardson, longtime media personality and Director of Communications at The Salvation Army. The program will feature personal accounts of issues like domestic violence, hunger, HIV and AIDS, and the role of the creative arts in building communities. The show will also update audiences about Salvation Army events and services.

In addition to producing “Beyond the Bells” and numerous public service announcements, WOR will host a Radiothon to benefit the charitable organization on December 11, 2009, during the 5:30 to 9:00 AM John Gambling show.

“WOR is thrilled to enter into a partnership with the Salvation Army for 2009/2010 to raise awareness of the Army’s vital mission during this period of economic distress for so many New Yorkers,” says Jerry Crowley, Vice President and General Manager of WOR. “There is simply no better way for our generous listeners to aid those in need during the holiday season than giving to the Salvation Army.” 

About WOR: 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 www.wor710.com.

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