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| Frequency | 94.8 MHz |
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| RDS | Jorvik |
| Programming | |
| Format | Hot AC |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Jorvik Radio Ltd |
| History | |
First air date | 4 November 2019 |
| Technical information | |
| Power | 100 watts |
| Links | |
| Website | jorvikradio |
Jorvik Radio is an independent radio station[1] based in the city of York, in North Yorkshire. The studios are located in Burnholme, York.[2] It takes its name from Jorvik, the historical Viking name for York.
The station launched at 07:00 on 4 November 2019;[3] the first song played on air was Shed Seven's 'Disco Down'.[citation needed]
Programming
[edit]As a community radio service, Jorvik Radio originates all of its own programming.[4]
According to the station's "Key Commitments" statement, it is required to broadcast information that covers community sports, the arts, commerce, current affairs, diversity, and faith.[5]
Transmission
[edit]The station broadcasts via FM on a frequency of 94.8 MHz with an ERP of 100 watts,[6] DAB+ and online.[7] Its transmitter site is located on a residential building to the west of the city centre.[citation needed]
Notable presenters
[edit]- Steve Twynham (Weekday Breakfast Presenter)
- Nick Love (Weekday Mornings Presenter)
- Gemma-Louise Keane (Weekday Afternoons and Weekend Breakfast Presenter)
- Sam McGuigan (Weekday Drive Time Presenter)
- Michael Jamson (Weekday Evenings Presenter)
- Luke Castle (Weekend Afternoons Presenter)
References
[edit]- ↑ "Ofcom | Community Radio Stations". static.ofcom.org.uk. Retrieved 3 May 2023.
- ↑ "Jorvik Radio Contact Us". jorvikradio.com. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
- ↑ Smith, Graeme (2 October 2019). "Jorvik Radio to Launch on 4 November". York Calling. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
- ↑ "Going live in weeks – York's new radio station reveals start date and frequency". YorkMix. 2 October 2019. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
- ↑ "Jorvik Radio - Key Commitments" (PDF). Ofcom. 4 November 2019.
- ↑ "Technical parameters for broadcast radio transmitters". Ofcom. 5 August 2021. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
- ↑ "Jorvik Radio | The Soundtrack to Your Day | 94.8FM, Online, App & Smart Speakers". Jorvik Radio. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
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