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{{Infobox Radio station
{{Infobox radio station
| name = WOON
| name = WOON
| image = [[Image:WOON-AM logo.PNG|230px]]
| logo = WOON O-N Radio 99.5 1240 logo.gif
| logo_size =
| city = [[Woonsocket, Rhode Island|Woonsocket]], [[Rhode Island]]
| city = [[Woonsocket, Rhode Island]]
| country = US
| area = [[Blackstone Valley]]
| area = [[Blackstone Valley]]
| branding = ''O-N 1240''
| branding = ''O-N AM & FM''
| slogan = "The Blackstone Valley's Superstation"
| airdate = {{start date and age|1946|11|11}}
| airdate = [[Veterans Day]] [[1946 in radio|1946]]
| frequency = 1240 [[kHz]]
| frequency = 1240 [[kHz]]
| translator = {{Radio Relay|99.5|W258DU|Woonsocket}}
| format = [[Full service (radio format)|Full Service]]
| power = 1,000 [[watt]]s
| format = [[Full-service radio|Full service]]
| power = 1,000 [[watt]]s
| class = C
| class = C
| licensing_authority = [[Federal Communications Commission|FCC]]
| facility_id = 73676
| facility_id = 73676
| coordinates = {{coord|42|0|58|N|71|29|30|W}}
| coordinates = {{coord|42|0|58.35|N|71|29|28.22|W|region:US-RI_type:landmark|display=inline,title}}
| callsign_meaning = '''WOON'''socket
| callsign_meaning = Woonsocket
| former_callsigns = WWON (1946-1992)
| former_callsigns = WWON (1946–1992)
| owner = [[O-N Radio, Inc.]]
| owner = O-N Radio, Inc.
| licensee = O-N Radio, Inc.
| licensee =
| sister_stations =
| sister_stations =
| webcast =
| webcast =
| website = http://www.on1240.com
| website = {{url|www.woonsocketradio.com}}
| affiliations = [[Metro Networks]], [[Boston Celtics Radio Network]]
| affiliations = {{ubl|[[Compass Media Networks]]|[[Metro Networks]]|[[Boston Bruins Radio Network]]|[[Boston Celtics Radio Network]]}}
}}
}}


'''WOON''' (1240 [[AM broadcasting|AM]], "O-N 1240") is [[Woonsocket, Rhode Island]]'s oldest [[radio station]], having taken to the air on November 11, 1946 as WWON, a [[callsign]] it kept until the current WOON became available in 1992. The change in call became effective on February 3, 1992. On June 26, [[1949 in radio|1949]] WWON added a sister station with WWON-FM on 105.5Mc/s. later moving to 106.3Mc/s. That station is now [[WWKX]].
'''WOON''' (1240 [[AM broadcasting|AM]]) is [[Woonsocket, Rhode Island]]'s oldest [[radio station]], having taken to the air on November 11, 1946, as WWON, a [[callsign]] it kept until the current WOON became available in 1992. The change in call became effective on February 3, 1992. On June 26, 1949, WWON added a sister station with WWON-FM on 105.5 MHz, later moving to 106.3 MHz. That station is now [[WWKX]].


WWON was owned by the local newspaper ''[[The Woonsocket Call]]'' for a time. It is currently owned by O-N Radio, Inc. WOON's programming day consists of almost exclusively locally originating programming with a few exceptions (Cowboy Corner, [[Old Time Radio]], The Cowboy Show, and a few other shows). WOON's format is "full-service" meaning it mixes news/talk and music (in WOON's case: oldies & Adult Contemporary among others).
WWON was owned by the local newspaper ''[[The Woonsocket Call]]'' for a time. It is currently owned by O-N Radio, Inc. WOON's programming day consists of almost exclusively locally originating programming with a few exceptions (Cowboy Corner, [[Old Time Radio]], The Cowboy Show, and a few other shows). WOON's format is "[[Full service (radio format)|full-service]]" meaning it mixes [[Talk radio|news/talk]] and music (in WOON's case: [[oldies]] and [[adult contemporary]] among others).


==Technical parameters==
==Technical parameters==
WOON operates on 1240 kHz with an unlimited power level of 1 kW unlimited hours, [[diplexing]] off of the WNRI tower. Originally it was licensed at 250W (.25 kW), later upgrading to 1 kW day/250W night before receiving authorization to increase nighttime power to 1 kW as well.
WOON operates on 1240 kHz with an unlimited power level of 1,000 watts unlimited hours, [[diplexing]] off of the [[WNRI]] tower. Originally it was licensed at 250 watts, later upgrading to 1,000 watts day and 250 watts night before receiving authorization to increase nighttime power to 1,000 watts as well.


==Programming==
==Programming==
WOON is a [[full service (radio format)|full service]] station. On weekdays WOON begins with morning host Joe Callahan followed by a roundtable discussion program entitled "Coffee An'". Coffee An' is billed by the station as the longest running panel discussion program in American Radio. Following that, WOON's programs consist of a nutrition show, a nostalgia show ("Do You Remember?"), an Astrology show, old-time radio, a midday music/trivia/interview show, varied programs in the mid-afternoon & evening. Weekend programs consist of easy listening music and oldies as well as sports and programs in the Portuguese, Polish & Spanish languages. WOON also serves as the home station for [[Bryant University]] athletics & Woonsocket Villanovans sports.
WOON is a [[full service (radio format)|full service]] station. On weekdays WOON begins with morning host Joe Callahan followed by a roundtable discussion program entitled "Coffee An'". Coffee An' is billed by the station as the longest running panel discussion program in American radio. Following that, WOON's programs consist of a nutrition show, a nostalgia show ("Do You Remember?"), an astrology show, [[old-time radio]], a midday music/trivia/interview show, varied programs in the mid-afternoon and evening. Weekend programs consist of [[easy listening]] music and oldies as well as sports and programs in the Portuguese, Polish and Spanish languages. WOON also serves as the home station for [[Bryant University]] athletics and Woonsocket Villanovans sports.


==Internet-only stations==
==Internet-only stations==
Besides its primary AM signal on 1240 kHz, it operates several internet stations including all-news "O-N2", all-sports "O-N3", and internet TV station "O-N TV" plus an on-demand service.
Besides its primary AM signal on 1240 kHz, it operates several internet stations including [[All-news radio|all-news]] "O-N2", [[Sports radio|all-sports]] "O-N3", and [[internet TV]] station "O-N TV" plus an on-demand service.


==History==
==History==
⚫
WWON signed on the air with 250 watts (day and night) on November 11, 1946, as Woonsocket's lone radio station. It would add [[FM broadcasting|FM]] service with WWON-FM (105.5) on June 26, 1949.


⚫
WWON is listed as a [[Mutual Broadcasting System]] affiliate along with WWON-FM in 1976. Current morning personality Dave Richards took over the slot in 1978.
===1940s===
⚫
WWON signs on the air with 250 watts (day & night) on November 11, 1946 as Woonsocket's lone radio station. It would add [[FM broadcasting|F.M.]] service with WWON-FM/105.5 on June 26, 1949.


⚫
In the 1980s, WWON is part of the [[Boston Bruins Radio Network]]. Later that decade, WWON-FM is spun off from the AM station, eventually becoming [[WWKX]].
===1970s===
⚫
*WWON is listed as a Mutual Network affiliate along with WWON-FM in 1976.
*Current morning personality Dave Richards takes over the slot in 1978.


[[File:WOON-AM logo.PNG|thumb|Logo before translator sign on]]
===1980s===
⚫
WWON is part of the [[Boston Bruins Radio Network]]. Later that decade, the F.M. station is spun off from the A.M. & becoming [[WWKX]].


On February 3, 1992, WWON changed its call sign to WOON after that call becomes available. On July 24, 2018, WOON added FM service on 99.5 via translator W258DU.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.fccinfo.com/CMDProEngine.php?sCurrentService=FM&tabSearchType=Appl&sAppIDNumber=201051|title = FCCInfo Results}}</ref>
===1990s===

On February 3, 1992 WWON changes calls to WOON after that call becomes available.
==FM translator==
{{RadioTranslators
| call1 = W258DU
| freq1 = 99.5
| fid1 = 201051
| watts1 = 150
| haat1 = 70
| class1 = D
| coord1 = {{coord|41|59|43.4|N|71|30|18.2|W|region:US-RI_type:landmark|name=W258DU}}
| city1 = Woonsocket, Rhode Island
}}


==References==
==References==
<references />
*1992 Broadcasting & Cable Marketplace, p. A-306
* 1992 Broadcasting & Cable Marketplace, p. A-306
*[http://www.weei.com/weei/shows-schedules/celtics-radio-network Notice about WOON carrying Celtics games when WEEI-FM is carrying Red Sox Games on the WEEI Celtics Radio Network page]
* [http://www.weei.com/weei/shows-schedules/celtics-radio-network Notice about WOON carrying Celtics games when WEEI-FM is carrying Red Sox Games on the WEEI Celtics Radio Network page]


==External links==
==External links==
* {{Official website|www.woonsocketradio.com}}
*[http://www.onworldwide.com ON Worldwide's website]
*{{AMQ|WOON}}
* {{AM station data|73676|WOON}}
* {{FCC-LMS-Facility|201051|W258DU}}
*{{AML|WOON}}
*{{AMARB|WOON}}
* {{FMXL|W258DU}}


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Latest revision as of 11:13, 7 July 2024

For people surnamed Woon, see Woon (surname).

WOON
Broadcast areaBlackstone Valley
Frequency1240 kHz
BrandingO-N AM & FM
Programming
FormatFull service
Affiliations
Ownership
OwnerO-N Radio, Inc.
History
First air date
November 11, 1946; 77 years ago (1946-11-11)
Former call signs
WWON (1946–1992)
Call sign meaning
Woonsocket
Technical information[1]
Licensing authority
FCC
Facility ID73676
ClassC
Power1,000 watts
Transmitter coordinates
42°0′58.35″N 71°29′28.22″W / 42.0162083°N 71.4911722°W / 42.0162083; -71.4911722
Translator(s)99.5 W258DU (Woonsocket)
Links
Public license information
Websitewww.woonsocketradio.com

WOON (1240 AM) is Woonsocket, Rhode Island's oldest radio station, having taken to the air on November 11, 1946, as WWON, a callsign it kept until the current WOON became available in 1992. The change in call became effective on February 3, 1992. On June 26, 1949, WWON added a sister station with WWON-FM on 105.5 MHz, later moving to 106.3 MHz. That station is now WWKX.

WWON was owned by the local newspaper The Woonsocket Call for a time. It is currently owned by O-N Radio, Inc. WOON's programming day consists of almost exclusively locally originating programming with a few exceptions (Cowboy Corner, Old Time Radio, The Cowboy Show, and a few other shows). WOON's format is "full-service" meaning it mixes news/talk and music (in WOON's case: oldies and adult contemporary among others).

Technical parameters

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WOON operates on 1240 kHz with an unlimited power level of 1,000 watts unlimited hours, diplexing off of the WNRI tower. Originally it was licensed at 250 watts, later upgrading to 1,000 watts day and 250 watts night before receiving authorization to increase nighttime power to 1,000 watts as well.

Programming

[edit]

WOON is a full service station. On weekdays WOON begins with morning host Joe Callahan followed by a roundtable discussion program entitled "Coffee An'". Coffee An' is billed by the station as the longest running panel discussion program in American radio. Following that, WOON's programs consist of a nutrition show, a nostalgia show ("Do You Remember?"), an astrology show, old-time radio, a midday music/trivia/interview show, varied programs in the mid-afternoon and evening. Weekend programs consist of easy listening music and oldies as well as sports and programs in the Portuguese, Polish and Spanish languages. WOON also serves as the home station for Bryant University athletics and Woonsocket Villanovans sports.

Internet-only stations

[edit]

Besides its primary AM signal on 1240 kHz, it operates several internet stations including all-news "O-N2", all-sports "O-N3", and internet TV station "O-N TV" plus an on-demand service.

History

[edit]

WWON signed on the air with 250 watts (day and night) on November 11, 1946, as Woonsocket's lone radio station. It would add FM service with WWON-FM (105.5) on June 26, 1949.

WWON is listed as a Mutual Broadcasting System affiliate along with WWON-FM in 1976. Current morning personality Dave Richards took over the slot in 1978.

In the 1980s, WWON is part of the Boston Bruins Radio Network. Later that decade, WWON-FM is spun off from the AM station, eventually becoming WWKX.

Logo before translator sign on

On February 3, 1992, WWON changed its call sign to WOON after that call becomes available. On July 24, 2018, WOON added FM service on 99.5 via translator W258DU.[2]

FM translator

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Call sign Frequency City of license FID ERP (W) HAAT Class Transmitter coordinates FCC info
W258DU 99.5 FM Woonsocket, Rhode Island 201051 150 70 m (230 ft) D 41°59′43.4″N 71°30′18.2″W / 41.995389°N 71.505056°W / 41.995389; -71.505056 (W258DU) LMS

References

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  1. ^ "Facility Technical Data for WOON". Licensing and Management System. Federal Communications Commission.
  2. ^ "FCCInfo Results".
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