“GIANTS OF RADIO” SPECIAL TO AIR ON WBBZ-TV
CLARENCE, NY ( wbbz.tv) Bob Koshinski, Vice President and General Manager of WBBZ-TV, Your Hometown Television Station, is proud to announce the special telecast of “Giants of Radio” Friday May 24th after the New York Yankees game; Sunday May 26th at 10p.m.; and Thursday May 30th at 11a.m.
“These men influenced my choice to go into broadcasting and make it my career. I was proud to be a part of this presentation,” Bob Koshinski said.
The “Giants” include Sandy Beach, Shane Gibson, Danny Neaverth, Joey Reynolds, and Stan Roberts. These Buffalo Hall of Fame legends gathered at the Buffalo History Museum March 15th of this year at a special event produced in conjunction with the Buffalo Broadcasters Association. John Di Sciullo, Director of Promotion and Production for WBBZ-TV was the MC. The personalities share incredible stories about their careers in broadcasting, their time at legendary WKBW radio, fans, family, and the industry.
Phil Arno, owner of WBBZ-TV commented, “These men made major contributions to the medium of radio, and also television, not only in Buffalo but across the country. I am proud our station was a partner in this historic gathering of broadcasters.”
WBBZ-TV is a proud supporter of the Buffalo History Museum, and the Buffalo Broadcasters Association. More information on these organizations, including how you can become a member, can be found at www.buffalohistory.org and www.buffalobroadcasters.com.
WBBZ is seen throughout Western New York over-the-air on digital channel 67.1. Ch. 5 on Verizon FiOS (HD 505); Ch 5 Dish; Ch. 67 DirecTV, and these Time Warner Cable channels: Buffalo – Niagara Falls Metro area: Channel 5 (HD 710); Batavia – Genesee, Wyoming, Orleans Counties Channel 71 (HD 1014); Parts of Erie and Niagara Counties Channel 71 (HD 1014); Dunkirk Channel 99 (HD 710); Olean Channel 21 (HD 710); Fredonia – Jamestown Channel 71 (HD 718); Alfred- Angelica- Avoca- Bath- Bolivar Friendship- Hornell Channel 71 (HD 740).
WBBZ-TV is WNY’s only locally owned and operated television station. 4545 Transit Road, suite 750 Williamsville, NY 14221. 716-630-9229. www.wbbz.tv “Like” WBBZ-TV on Facebook. Follow the conversation @WBBZ on Twitter.
Yankees Baseball On WBBZ-TV
CLARENCE, N.Y. ( wbbz.tv ) The New York Yankees play ball on WBBZ-TV, your hometown station!
For games during April and May, WBBZ-TV viewers can watch the game and find out how they can enter to win a “Powerhouse Man Cave” home entertainment center valued at $3,500. The WBBZ “Powerhouse Man Cave” includes an HD Projector, X-Box, DVD Player, AM/FM Tuner, iPod dock, and more! Just watch games from April 12th through May 24th for the “Man Cave Clue Of The Game” – then go to www.wbbz.tv, click the “Man Cave” icon, submit your name – information – and the correct clue! Winner drawn at random from correct entries received on May 28th during the Yankees telecast.
WBBZ-TV can be seen throughout Western New York over-the-air on digital channel 67.1. Ch. 5 on Verizon FiOS (HD 505); Ch 5 Dish; Ch. 67 DirecTV, and these Time Warner Cable channels:
Buffalo – Niagara Falls Metro area: Channel 5 (HD 710)
Batavia – Genesee, Wyoming, Orleans Counties Channel 71 (HD 1014)
Parts of Erie and Niagara Counties Channel 71 (HD 1014)
Dunkirk Channel 99 (HD 710)
Olean Channel 21 (HD 710)
Fredonia – Jamestown Channel 71 (HD 718)
Alfred- Angelica- Avoca- Bath- Bolivar Friendship- Hornell Channel 71 (HD 740)
THE NEW YORK YANKEES ON WBBZ IN MAY!
5/24/13 Friday 7:00pm NY Yankees @ Tampa Bay Rays
5/28/13 Tuesday 7:00pm NY Yankees @ New York Mets
(Powerhouse Man Cave winner announced 5/28!)
Click the New York Yankees logo on the left side of the page for the rest of the exciting 2013 season on WBBZ-TV! ALL GAMES PRESENTED IN HD
JOIN WBBZ-TV WITH “HOMETOWN HELP FOR THE HEARTLAND” TO ASSIST THE RED CROSS WITH TORNADO RELIEF EFFORTS
CLARENCE, NY ( wbbz.tv) Bob Koshinski, Vice President and General Manager of WBBZ-TV, Your Hometown Television Station, is announcing that the station will immediately begin a campaign to assist the Red Cross and their relief efforts following the devastating tornado in Oklahoma.
“Western New York is a community known for their generosity. The people of Oklahoma need help. Our team here at WBBZ-TV immediately responded to connect with the Buffalo Chapter of the American Red Cross to launch an on-air and online relief effort,” Bob said.
Viewers can help the Red Cross respond in Oklahoma. Call, Click, or text a donation to the Disaster Relief Fund: 1-800-REDCROSS – www.redcross.org – or text REDCROSS to 90999 to charge a $10 donation to your cell phone bill and make the “Hometown Help for the Heartland” campaign great.
”What’s The Buzz in WNY”
“What’s The Buzz in WNY” airs Thursday at 7:30p.m.; Friday at 9a.m.; and Saturday at 10:30a.m.
The show is hosted by award winning actress and personality Kim Piazza. Kim will present events happening in our hometown, and introduce viewers to local businesses with special offers for WBBZ-TV viewers.
Kim Piazza has been performing for over 20 years in theater, as a solo vocalist, and appearing in commercial video. Kim is Associate Direcctor of the Alleyway Theater, appearing in productions like “Columbus” and “A Christmas Carol.” Kim is an arts-in-education instructor, and studied music at the University at Buffalo.
“What’s The Buzz in WNY” is produced by Sherry Burns, who is also principal videographer and eitor. Sherry worked for many years at a Buffalo network affiliate as an award winning graphic artists, promotion, and show producer.
Join the conversation about our new show, “Like” the WBBZ TV Facebook Fan Page.
Clients interested in participating in, or sponsoring a segment, can contact WBBZ-TV Sales Manager Al Green (al.green@wbbz.tv). Not for profit agencies and cultural institutions interested in participating in feature segments can contact WBBZ-TV Promotion and Production Director John Di Sciullo (john.disciullo@wbbz.tv).
WBBZ-TV can be seen throughout Western New York over-the-air on digital channel 67.1. Ch. 5 on Verizon FiOS (HD 505); Ch 5 Dish; Ch. 67 DirecTV, and these Time Warner Cable channels:
Buffalo – Niagara Falls Metro area: Channel 5 (HD 710)
Batavia – Genesee, Wyoming, Orleans Counties Channel 71 (HD 1014)
Parts of Erie and Niagara Counties Channel 71 (HD 1014)
Dunkirk Channel 99 (HD 710)
Olean Channel 21 (HD 710)
Fredonia – Jamestown Channel 71 (HD 718)
Alfred- Angelica- Avoca- Bath- Bolivar Friendship- Hornell Channel 71 (HD 740)
“Dragnet” and “Adam-12″ join WBBZ and the MeTV lineup at 4 & 4:30pm
Jack Webb stars in the classic crime drama, “Dragnet” now airing at 4pm weekdays on WBBZ on the MeTV lineup of classic shows. Dragnet is a radio, television and motion picture series of crime drama about the cases of a dedicated Los Angeles police detective, Sergeant Joe Friday, and his partners. The show takes its name from the police term “dragnet“, meaning a system of coordinated measures for apprehending criminals or suspects.
Dragnet was perhaps the most famous and influential police procedural drama in media history. The series gave millions of audience members a feel for the boredom and drudgery, as well as the danger and heroism, of real-life police work. Dragnet earned praise for improving the public opinion of police officers.
Actor and producer Jack Webb‘s aims in Dragnet were for realism and unpretentious acting. He achieved both goals, and Dragnet remains a key influence on subsequent police dramas in many media.
The original Dragnet starring Jack Webb as Sgt. Friday ran on radio from June 3, 1949, to February 26, 1957, and on television from January 3, 1952, to August 23, 1959. Webb revived the series which ran from January 12, 1967, to April 16, 1970. NBC‘s radio and television networks carried all three series.
Adam-12 is a television police drama that followed two police officers of the Los Angeles Police Department, Pete Malloy and Jim Reed, as they patrolled the streets of Los Angeles in their patrol unit, 1-Adam-12. Created by R. A. Cinader and Jack Webb, who is known for creating Dragnet, the series captured a typical day in the life of a police officer as realistically as possible. The show ran from September 21, 1968 through May 20, 1975, and helped introduce police procedures and jargon to the general public in the United States of America.
The drama stars Martin Milner and Kent McCord. Watch weekdays at 4 & 4:30pm on WBBZ-TV!
WBBZ-TV Owner Phil Arno Recognized as “Trailblazer Of The Year” by the Buffalo Broadcasters Association
DEPEW, NY ( wbbz.tv) Phil Arno, the owner of WBBZ-TV thanked the Buffalo Broadcasters, judges, and the Western New York community for the distinctive honor as “Trailblazer of the Year.” The award was presented to Phil at the 2nd annual BEMA Awards held Friday April 26th at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens. ( pictured: Phil Arno with wife Mary and twin sons Warren and Joe. Daughter Anna was at home and is proud of Dad!)
Phil took ownership of WBBZ-TV in September of 2010 after acquiring the license for what used to be WNGS-TV. In 2011 he changed the call letters to WBBZ to represent a “buzz” in Buffalo broadcasting, while acquiring the rights to air the MeTV network of classic television programming, putting THIS TV and their lineup of classic movies on digital subchannel 67.2. In July of 2012, Phil opened a new studio and office facility inside the Eastern Hills Mall in Clarence, New York launching local programming with a community celebration called “Buffalo Night In America!” “Sports Rap Up with Bob Koshinski,” “Political Buzz,” “America’s Car Show with Tom Torbjornsen,” and “The Fred Jackson Show” with the popular Buffalo Bill began airing during football season. WBBZ-TV also aired the Buffalo Bills Miami Dolphins NFL game in November with live ”pre” and “postgame” coverage. The long running “Off Beat Cinema” show moved to the station in August from a local network affiliate. In January, “Secrets From Beyond” with psychic medium Karyn Reece began airing. “What’s The Buzz in WNY” with Kim Piazza is the latest program to join the lineup.
What makes this honor as “Trailblazer’ important is not just the work Phil and the WBBZ-TV team have put into creating a new independent station – it is Phil’s personal journey that makes this honor so worthy.
Phil Arno started his career at WKBW radio with the late Jeff Kaye in the 1970′s, then moved to television where legendary anchorman Irv Weinstein gave Phil a camera and told him to start shooting film for “Eyewitness News.” Soon, Phil would move to WIVB-TV 4 after a brief run as a director at WUTV when it signed on the air. Phil’s work as a news photographer in the 70′s and 80′s earned him the respect of the Western New York broadcast community before he decided to pursue a dream.
Growing up in North Buffalo, as a graduate of both Canisius High School and College, Phil always had a dream to create television. Watching the greats in black and white gave him the inspiration to write and create, which is what drew him to head west.
While in Los Angeles, Phil pitched projects as varied as sitcoms to storylines for “Star Trek,” but it was his expertise in news that ultimately became his destiny. Phil became one of the first chopper videographer pilots. His video of the infamous white Bronco car chase with O.J. Simpson was broadcast around the globe. Phil covered earthquakes, crime, and the violence that erupted there after the Rodney King beating.
In 200o, Phil was shooting the Academy Awards for a local station when the helicopter he was flying in crashed. Phil’s injuries were life threatening. The crash would impact his life forever.
As Phil describes it, his perspectives on things changed. He and his wife Mary had just welcomed their twin boys into the world, Warren and Joe. They were both just one when the crash almost claimed the life of their father. After years of rehabilitation and recovery, Phil decided to take a settlement he had received and bring his family back to Western New York. While Mary was originally from New Orleans, she quickly made Phil’s hometown her hometown.
Instead of simply retiring, Phil decided to pursue the license of an independent television station based out of Springville, NY that had gone dark after Equity broadcasting closed up shop. With long hours, personal investment, and building a team of local professionals – Phil Arno took a low power station and has transformed it into Western New York’s Hometown Television Station, WBBZ-TV, with full coverage on Time Warner Cable ( Channel 5 ) or other channels depending on your area; FiOS Ch. 5; Dish Ch. 5; and DirecTV 67.
Phil’s journey to blaze trails continues. He, with VP & GM Bob Koshinski and the entire team, thank you for being a part of our journey; watching our station; and supporting our advertisers and programming. Congratulations Phil, the 2013 Buffalo Broadcasting “Trailblazer Of The Year!” Stay tuned for what’s next!
WBBZ-TV is owned and operated by Phil Arno. Bob Koshinski is Vice President and General Manager. WBBZ-TV is located next to Macy’s inside the Eastern Hills Mall. 4545 Transit Road, suite 750, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221. 716-630-9229. www.wbbz.tv Fans can “Like” the WBBZ-TV Facebook Fan Page, and follow the conversation @WBBZ on Twitter.
The Secret Behind The Psychic TONIGHT on “Secrets From Beyond” on WBBZ-TV -Monday at 7:30p.m; Tuesday 9am; Thurs. 12:30am – TICKETS AVAILABLE!
CLARENCE, N.Y. ( WBBZ.TV) Imagine connecting with a loved one who has passed on, getting a reading that will predict your future, or opening your mind through hypnosis. This could be you if the “Secrets From Beyond” are answered by world renowned Psychic Medium Karyn Reece, and Master Hypnotist Robert Saviola on their WBBZ-TV special, “Secrets From Beyond.”
But, what is it like to actually work for psychic medium Karyn Reece? Meet her executive assistant and get the secrets behind the psychic!
Now “Secrets From Beyond” has new airtimes on WBBZ-TV Monday at 7:30p.m. – Tuesday at 9:00a.m…- and Thursday at 12:30a.m.
Gifted since birth, Karyn Reece is an international Psychic Medium & Psychic Artist who will captivate you with her amazing abilities. Karyn has appeared on local and national television programs aired on Lifetime, TLC, and the Discovery Channel.
Master Hypnotist Robert Saviola is the Director of Buffalo Hypnosis. He and his team guide clients to their desired results. He is certified by the National Guild of Hypnotists. Saviola teaches and offers motivational talks and presentations across the country.
Karyn Reece and Robert Saviola will be taking a break this week, but will return for another WBBZ-TV special taping Wednesday May 22nd, “Secrets From Beyond” to be recorded before a studio audience Wed. at 7p.m. inside the WBBZ-TV Studio next to Macy’s at the Eastern Hills Mall.
You can connect with Robert Saviola at Buffalo Hypnosis- 2949 Elmwood Avenue at the Elmwood Medical Center, Kenmore, N.Y. 14217. His number is 716-874-9050 www.buffalohypnosis.com. Karyn Reece can be reached at her office at The Mystic Shop at Snyder Pointe, 4446 Main St. in Snyder, N.Y. 14226. Karyn’s office number is 716-632-5669. www.karynreece.com
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