TALKERS News Notes
As a result of purchasing the frequency of long-silent Montauk, NY’s WEER-FM (88.7), The WNET Group will extend coverage of its public radio news/talk outlet WLIW-FM. The addition of 88.7 will allow WLIW-FM’s signal to reach Southern Connecticut and Rhode Island. WLIW-FM VP/GM Diane Masciale notes, “WLIW-FM has taken another step forward in our coverage and commitment to our community. In the weeks ahead, we’re also looking to deliver a new app that will allow audiences to easily take WLIW-FM wherever life takes them.”
Previous PGA player and a SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio announcer since 2005, Mark Carnevale, 64, died Monday (7/22). He most recently called the action at the Scottish Open. PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan notes, “Mark was a beloved part of the Tour family for a long time. He held numerous roles within the industry, most recently as a significant voice in PGA Tour Radio’s coverage. Mark knew the game and did a terrific job of conveying insights from his unique point of view – and with an engaging wit and sense of humor.” Carnevale made 212 starts on the PGA Tour, earning his lone win at the 1992 Chattanooga Classic and taking home that year’s PGA Tour Rookie of the Year honors.