Archive for September, 2008
NECN Anchor Jumps to NH
Tuesday, September 30th, 2008After about 2 years at NECN, Josh McElveen is home bound. Josh, a general assignment reporter and weekend anchor for New England Cable News, is moving to WMUR-TV in his home state of New Hampshire. The station confirmed that Josh will assume the role of 5 PM anchor. Prior to joining NECN, Josh worked for [...]
Donaldson Back to 7
Tuesday, September 30th, 2008The Boston Globe reports that Julie Donaldson, who has been on leave from WHDH-TV since June, will return to the station this week. Julie has been off the air since her former boyfriend assaulted her several weeks ago.
Lobel Back in Action
Friday, September 19th, 2008Many of you have been wondering when Bob Lobel would step back into the spotlight that is Boston media. After a few months of no news, there is now something to report. Bob Lobel has joined Oldies 103.3 FM. He, along with Karen Blake, will co-host the station’s morning show from 6-9 AM during the [...]
WBZ Ads
Friday, September 12th, 2008Over the past several months, WBZ has been coming out with a new style of advertising. Their ads are understated, something which seems to be out of the ordinary in this market which tends to like fast passed, hard hitting spots. “Declare your Curiosity” has been one new campaign which has been heavily promoted. Viewers [...]
Sara Underwood Joins Fox 25
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008FOX 25 announced today that they have hired Sara Underwood, former anchor at WBZ-TV. Earlier this year her contract was not renewed after being with the station for 8 years. Sara will begin with FOX 25 on September 3 as the weekend co-anchor and a weekday field reporter, according to the station. Her weekend co-anchor [...]