7 am - Underdog Al pulled a fast one. Broadcast Pioneers member Mike Anderson of the Reading Public Museum tells us about two exciting new exhibits at the museum. Good luck Jim! Little did we know that it was just after 6 am where he was. I received a Facebook friend request from Al Ham's daughter Lori, who I knew in the seventies but hadn't been in touch with for more than 30 years. If so, please contact us at 856-365-5600. He was more Midwestern (Bill was actually from upstate Pennsylvania) than urban and the audience took to him very well. Mele's pending start at 6ABC comes at a time of transition for the station, which has said goodbye in recent years to Monica Malpass, Vernon Odom, Melissa Magee, Jeannette Reyes, John Rawlins and meteorologist David Murphy. According to Fox29, a woman was walking her dog on the 50th Street beach when she came across the dolphin on the sand. for future generations. That was his first day on the air in that position. It starts with Mort & Jessie just BEFORE they went on the air. American journalist. The cost is still only $25 per person. Next Friday, we say our final goodbye! Quite often, there's light after 11 pm and then no light for months. It was arranged by the Broadcast Pioneers. 5:30 pm - Mork and Mindy 8 pm - The Bob Newhart Show Unlike Channel 6's weatherman, Francis Davis, Kinnan and Goddard, Kuster is not a meteorologist (he later became one). The Most Influential Contemporary Americans. Beth Doherty (Sids daughter) has checked in to let us know, that Broadcast Pioneers member Sid Doherty is at the Wayne Center recovering from a broken ankle sustained during a fall. TODAY's Craig Melvin shared an update with viewers Wednesday, March 1. Reservations can be made by calling (856) 365-5600. Handles the middle innings across the street for the Phillies with the same skill and expertise, only slower. ThatGuyInPhilly, YouTube Lisa Thomas-Laury We encourage your feedback, comments, suggestions and most importantly your stories and updates. Member Dave Neal who produced the Eyewitness Newscasts in the seventies told us that Alan J. So your advertisement is seen dozens of times over the year. Rick Williams, co-anchor of the noon and 5 pm for Action News, 6ABC Most of them featured the master of disguises, Broadcast Pioneers member Joe Earley, who was also known for his work as Mr. Rivets and the postman on the Gene London Show. That all changed in 2015, when he was exposed for. One of our members received in the mail a few weeks ago, a newsletter from their Pennsylvania state representative, Louise Bishop. Broadcast Pioneers member Wally Kennedy is teaching a course this fall at Immaculata College. Chances are if you have lived anywhere in or around South Jersey and Philadelphia for any length of time, you've grown up with the people that bring you the news every day and night on Channel 6. Bill used drawings of children to illustrate how to dress them in the morning. He mentioned that it was a favorite place of Bob Horn, the original host of "Bandstand." Ayer & Son, opened in Philadelphia in 1869 and delivered some of the slogans we know best. He said not to worry as they were getting ready for a boat trip and they were already up. Creator of the "Eyewitness News" Format. He appeared on the screen without any on-air announcement of his appointment or of Goddard's leaving. Meet the Team. Corporate Communications, Message Development, Crisis Management, Business Communications, General Assignment Reporter at CBS 3 KYW-TV, Consulting Analytics at Symphony Health Solutions. A Las Vegas news anchor was arrested after being found naked and passed out in her car, police said. It was next to the sidewalk on 5th Street. These distinctive artworks alternate between the dystopian . Let us not forget "MacArthur Park" by Richard Harris. Mele is a Glenside native and La Salle University graduate who previously worked at NBC10, where she earned an Emmy award for her role on a special about the Olympics. Ed McMahon, sidekick to Johnny Carson, host of several local 50s TV shows #11 of 14. News Anchor at Talkradio 760 KFMB Location: Greater San Diego Area Industry: Broadcast Media Work history: KFMB - Greater San Diego Area Radio News Anchor since Nov 2005 Clear Channel Broadcasting - KFBK Sacramento News Anchor /Reporter 1999 - 2004 Full Profile Raoul Martinez San Diego, CA Professions & Specialties Jul 7, 2022. Right outside Michael's house, the Haverford Township police arrested a suspect believed to be "The Mummy Bandit." But before he could, Kuster yanked the phone away from Tom and said, "Hi Dick. Ed Elias, former Engineering Supervisor for WPVI-TV for a half-century From across the pond in New Jersey, member Robert Timms writes us about working as a DJ. Theres a Jim Gardner Tailgate Planned for Tonights Newscast, JACKPOT! A year ago, Mayor Jim Kenney challenged Philadelphia-area anchor institutions to spend $75 million on Black- and brown-owned local businesses. Well, we have almost finished our 2010 - 2011 membership directory which gets mailed to all our members in the fall. This issue marks the second anniversary of the new newsletter format and editor. Broadcast Pioneers member Al Primo has donated 25 copies of his book, "Eyewitness Newsman" to the Broadcast Pioneers. We thought you might like to see what they broadcast that last day. CBS News Chief Investigative Correspondent. When it rains it pours (1912) for Morton Salt and Id walk a mile for a Camel (1912) R.J. Reynolds. She just received her Master's Degree in Library Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh. Holley joined FOX 29 News as a co-host of Good Day Philadelphia in the summer of 2014. It was with no fanfare. Linda Munich, Vice-President of Public Affairs for 6ABC, WPVI-TV Moran's total TV booth announcing work lasted 6 weeks. "As for Hoda, we know some . Karen Hepp is the co-anchor of "Good Day Philadelphia" weekdays from 4 to 6 a.m. Alex Holley Alex Holley is the co-anchor of "Good Day Philadelphia" weekdays from 6-10 a.m. Mike Jerrick. He began his career as a DJ in 1959 in the Air Force and has become a legend playing classic pop standards featuring Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Al Alberts and Frank Sinatra. The Trustoria Directory helps everyone locate the best professional for their upcoming project. Broadcast Pioneers member Kenny Jeremiah doesn't take a summer break. Thats not necessarily a bad thing. He worked at WHYY-TV before joining KYW-TV in 1968. He was a real asset to Vince Leonard who was a pretty serious and effective anchorman. Introductory remarks by Jon Hitchcock, President and General Manager of CBS 3 and the CW Philly 57; Jon will be introduced by Broadcast Pioneers member Steve Levy. Bell's unhappiness was an understatement. FYI! Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010, The Eyewitness News Team Lisa Thomas-Laury may be one of Philadelphia's most beloved news anchors of all time. He says it's over 7 minutes long. In Philadelphia, this trend dates back to Jessica Savitch, the beautiful blonde who skyrocketed from KYW to national fame on NBC Nightly News in the '70s. Theres also a crudit and cheese table. We've seen a 20% increase in membership is just the last year and we have almost double the members as four years ago. Previously unreleased photo. It's at the Bala Golf Club and the date is September 15th. Pages: Page 1 , Page 2 , Page 3 , Page 4 , Page 5 , Page 6 0 0 votes The only way to reserve for the banquet (different procedure than our luncheons) is to buy your tickets by mail. Hall for his personal donation to Broadcast Pioneers this past month. Carl Hemple, General Manager of WVLT said: "We lost a very professional talent at our family station. Watch abc27 News Online. Carlton also said that the record promoters would always stop in giving the air staff records that the promoters needed played. Our Person of the Year for 2010 is South Jersey native Kelly Ripa who started her TV career right here in Philly by being a regular dancer on "Dancin' on Air" on Channel 17 and "Dance Party USA." Local news anchors over the years From Jim Gardner to Sheena Parveen to John Bolaris, Philadelphia loves its TV news personalities. Keep up the good work Tom! Russell joins the station August 15 and will anchor the station's . TODAY co-anchor Hoda Kotb has been away from the broadcast to handle a family health matter. Read on. Meet and greet (networking) starts at noon with a full-course lunch including salad, entre, coffee, tea, desert served at 12:30. In the 1890's Wells documented lynchings across the United States. Thank you! She joined NBC Sports Philadelphia (then Comcast SportsNet) in 2014 as a co-host on the network's "Breakfast on Broad" morning show, earning another Emmy award alongside several of her colleagues. I would never criticize/judge someone based off their career decisions. 3 pm - The Little Rascals (Our Gang) See old friends and make some new ones! Gudel spends most days with people blissfully unaware of the nearly two decades of her life she spent covering Philadelphia sports. 7:30 am - The Flintstones Every month Johnny donates to us for our Digital Archival Project. I am now 60 years old! Member Dr. Francis Davis (the meteorologist on Channel 6 at the time) writes to us that there were real differences in the three weather forecasts on 3, 6 and 10. I cannot be the only one that misses seeing her each day on CBS 3. The Philly General Manager who was going to Cleveland loved Kinnan. Joe Pellegrino, all round sports guy at Channel 6 and WCAU-TV This list may not reflect recent changes . Muderick shot it with his video camera and supplied the TV stations with footage of the actual arrest. Lori and her husband of nearly 30 years tour as a Jazz Duet; she sings and he plays the piano. 2. Irv Homer, well-known tv personality and radio telephone-talk show host Both shows were produced by Broadcast Pioneers members Frank Nise and his son Michael. Contact us today and well include your story in the next newsletter! Member Al Primo (the creator of Eyewitness News) writes us: I quickly picked Bill Kuster from the station announcing staff because he had an appealing look and voice. Trudy Haynes, former KYW-TV, Eyewitness News reporter Larry Kane, Former CBS 3 News Anchor & the Dean of Philly News Al Primo, the Creator of the Eyewitness News & former News Director Marciarose Shestack, former Eyewitness News, Channel 3 News Anchor Ukee Washington, CBS 3 News Anchor for "Eyewitness News" Philadelphia, Philadelphia Phillies Post-game, District Sales Manager at XFINITY Live! Pennsylvania State Police swabbed Kohberger's DNA and seized a silver flashlight, four "medical-style gloves," a white Arizona Jean Co. T-shirt, a black Champion sweatshirt, a pair of black-and . He has recently increased his monthly pledge by 50%. WPVI-TV Most of his career here was at WCAU-TV, but he also did a late night live TV show on Channel 3 called "McMahon and Company." Just to highlight a little bit of the impact our archives have in this market, check out this page from KYW Newsradio's website. He'll fit right in. Carol Erickson. Harris rally 76ers past Grizzlies Actually, it already . Charles Tomlinson, worked for WCHE-AM and WJBR-FM. abc27 Newsletters. Walter Leland Cronkite Jr. (November 4, 1916 - July 17, 2009) was an American broadcast journalist who served as anchorman for the CBS Evening News for 19 years (1962-1981). He was in Alaska. Submit A News Tip. Bill brought out Vince's humanity. Ads and spam aren't permitted. What happened to me? Jobs Near Me - Jobs at abc27. Regional News Partners. Look. The oldest Wilkinson daughter, Maya, 32, has just begun teaching Criminal Justice at Temple University this fall. I was shocked at her possible claim to fame that may be in your house right now! Rates start as low as $125. In mid-September, member Charlie Gracie is on the road in Minnesota and North Dakota with Wanda Jackson and Sleepy LaBeef. It's the outstanding works of art by more than 20 women artists from the seventeenth through twentieth centuries. Scott Pelley. GM Fred Walker came into the building, hit the 'up' button and got a loud, trumpeted greeting from the smelly pachyderm when the doors opened. She is an award-winning journalist who's been honored with Emmy awards, Associated Press awards and Edward R. Murrow. (Though I submit her finest work is this commercial for the Czech lottery with ex-Flyer Jaromir Jagr. Lets keep growing! It's a little after midnight on Monday night August 29th/Tuesday morning August 30th. FYI - save the date: Wednesday, October 20th. Most members use the directory over and over again. Gerry and his wife, Michele, went to Pittsburgh to bring home their youngest daughter, Zara, 25. But it is NOT your right to tell me that I am wrong abt my life. Previously unreleased photo, Carol Erickson, meteorologist and news reporter for CBS 3, KYW-TV Tons of free parking and for those who want it, there's also valet service. In it, there's a five paragraph story about member Sally Starr. " Ann Oakley . But lately, as ratings sag and Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert have become the Walter Cronkites of this generation, theres an unmistakable desperation in the airwaves around here. You only have to September 6th to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity. He now anchors Newswatch 16 at 5 and 5:30. Statistics, Research, Proposal Writing, K-12, SPSS, SAS, Teaching, Data Analysis, Psychometrics, Assistant Professor Media Studies and Production at Temple University. Member Mike Tearson says: I continue to do original shows specially for the website, http://www.radiothatdoesntsuck.com. 11 am - Too Close for Comfort (from ABC-TV) Her dad was Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Famer Gene Hart. We received some correspondence from Pam Nester (Landis). The younger Nise serves today on our Board of Directors. Categories and articles related to notable television anchors presently or previously from Philadelphia. Now she's selling houses. If you sent in your renewal and forgot to made an extra contribution and would like to do so now, it's never too late. Now we know who to blame when it rains when we're at the shore. Plan on being there, to see old friends, make new ones and share in an evening that will make headlines. Kusters garden was an idea that turned out to be a great success. Take a look here at my complete look at Philadelphia's former anchors. Like who, they asked. Our bond was Philadelphia and the Action News Theme, and also our love of radio and music. An error in one of the show's reports about former FBI director James Comey wound up in the president's Twitter feed, without correction, and "Fox & Friends" later had to clarify the mistake. In another instance, Mele and co-host Rob Schmitt were duped by Massachusetts state Sen. Barbara L'Italien, a Democrat who accepted an invitation to join the broadcast for a segment that was intended to be an interview with Arizona Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick. Live Newscast covering important local topics and events. assistant director (unknown episodes) Series Visual Effects by Georgette Manio . She is a member of the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia. Bob Klein, innovator of "Urban Contemporary Radio;" GM at WDAS AM & FM Because shes from Tampa, I was told. Louise spent most of her radio time at WDAS Radio where she married the station's Vice-President of Programming, Jimmy Bishop. Myth enshrines conservative social values, raising tradition on a pedestal. Earlier this month, Broadcast Pioneers member Les Waas made a speech at one of the neighborhood organizations. Thanks to KCBIs Jim Wilson and Terri Barrett for their tribute to Tom on their show and for graciously having Toms wife on the program. Born on 18 November 1970, she is 46 years of age but hasn't shown any sign of aging till now. Previously, Steven was with AccuWeather, Inc. in State College, PA. for a half dozen years as a broadcaster and forecaster. Maureen Bunyan is a veteran television news broadcaster and a primary anchor for ABC 7 in Washington, DC. Jennings had been the London wheel on ABC's three-man. He worked in engineering as a film projectionist (remember them? His favorite "bathroom" record was "Judy Blue Eyes" by Crosby, Stills and Nash. 10:30 am - The 20 Minute Workout My choices are just that, mine. 5 pm - The Flinstones ", We were fascinated by a story in the Philadelphia Inquirer (Sunday August 8) How Mad were Philadelphias own Mad Men? The first ad agency in the country N.W. ", Al Primo We talked on the phone with member Steve Tatz a few weeks ago. Plus, we will have Broadcast Pioneers member "Big Al" Meltzer speaking live on the telephone with former Eyewitness News anchors Vince Leonard and Mort Crim, both members of the Broadcast Pioneers. We have a four minute excerpt here for your viewing. "This has been the most difficult decision I've ever made in my life, in part because I love working here and I love the people here," Mele said of her exit from "Fox and Friends." She returned to the air in 2006 and then officially retired in 2016 after 38 years with the station. Norman Glenn is a retired TV news photographer from CBS 3. Cross, the former NFL defensive back who became the first Black man to work full-time as a sports analyst on national television, is the latest football player diagnosed with the brain disease CTE . Most people in the Eyewitness Newsroom took the stairs for quite a while. It was the 27th anniversary of the sign-off of WKBS-TV. Let's take a look back at TV broadcasters over the years and see how they have changed. Jessica Dean Joins Chris May As Co-anchor Following Emmy Telecast . FOX 29 is broadcast over cable outlets in 13 Pennsylvania counties (Philadelphia, Delaware, Chester, Montgomery, Bucks, Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, Lancaster, Lebanon, Schuylkill, Carbon and. Walter Leland Cronkite Jr. (November 4, 1916 - July 17, 2009) was an American broadcast journalist who served as anchorman for the CBS Evening News for 19 years (1962-1981). Gerry told his family of a tale from Al Primo's book, "Eyewitness Newsman." The latter transformed WGN-TV from a regional power to a superstation in October 1978, expanding to cable and satellite providers throughout the U.S. and beyond. Look at a rundown from March 26, 1994! Alex Cawley | Anchor/Sports Anchor Cawley joined FOX43 as a Sports Reporter and Anchor in August. circa 1980. Here is a list of NBC evening news network anchors/commentators: NBC Television Newsreel (Paul Alley, off-camera commentator) February 1948 February 1949 (Video from Brian Williams story. He said that the hardest part of the trip was that there are months where there's no light and then times when it's light after 11 pm. Sounds like a cool line-up, good luck! CBS News Philadelphia Watch Live 24/7. Of course, the babes arms race in broadcast news is nothing new. That would be a good time to institute a new weatherguy. on the set of "Home Highlights" On Wednesday September 15, 2010 well be celebrating 45 Years of Eyewitness News and a KYW-TV Reunion. More like the guy next door. Also, home video taping had already started by then so maybe you have some of video of this. 11:30 am - All in the Family This looks like another huge luncheon as we already have over 50 reservations and the luncheon/reunion is still a couple weeks away. Where to Get Heart Shaped Pizza for Valentines Day in Mercer County, NJ, 23 Businesses That Should Come to Bucks County, Pa. in 2023, New Bar & Restaurant to Open in Village of Newtown, PA, Popular Hair Salon in Princeton, NJ Closes Permanently, The Big Story? Trent Copeland. Mele's first year on the show had some rocky moments. Between them, they represent more than 140 years on the air in Tampa Bay. We have finished digitizing all of our Captain Noah tapes. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Earlier in May, news reporter Shaina Humphries announced that she is leaving Fox 29 as she heads on to new adventures. Now running a lobbying firm in Washington, D.C. Bob Kudzma - weatherman (1968-2002) "Once there was a baby elephant (a guest on the Mike Douglas Show) stuck in the KYW-TV elevator. #1 of 65. For five beautiful Black female news anchors and pundits who rep the news game, hit the flip. 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