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[newsman123 142]

Re: WLNE 

 

so what happened? Not about bates but the station. Did they enter into an agreement or sale? Havent seen any article or announcement. Also, how many were let go? They took down their news team page.

 

its about time. That operation needed to shut down. The newscast and most talent was beyond horrible, and looked like market 150. 

[NowBergen 925]

There is nothing other than Kelly Bates announcement on any local media websites, including Sinclair's Providence station.  Sadly none of the rotating group of owners invested in WLNE (or when it was WTEV) other than relocating studios and operations to Providence.  The few attempts (Dave Layman, John Ghiorse) just didn't move the needle.  WJAR has a tradition there, and pre Sinclair would win their timeslot when they had a technical glitch and broadcast dead air (really).  I would expect they would simulcast WJAR newscasts and close the Providence studios completely assuming this is true in some fashion.

[NowBergen 925]

1 hour ago, NowBergen said:

There is nothing other than Kelly Bates announcement on any local media websites, including Sinclair's Providence station.  Sadly none of the rotating group of owners invested in WLNE (or when it was WTEV) other than relocating studios and operations to Providence.  The few attempts (Dave Layman, John Ghiorse) just didn't move the needle.  WJAR has a tradition there, and pre Sinclair would win their timeslot when they had a technical glitch and broadcast dead air (really).  I would expect they would simulcast WJAR newscasts and close the Providence studios completely assuming this is true in some fashion.

From the Boston Globe:

 

Providence’s NBC10 will take over ABC6, reshaping TV market in Southeastern New England

In a significant upheaval for the Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts news market, WJAR-TV, the top-rated NBC affiliate, is taking over WLNE-TV, the market’s ABC station, the station’s parent company, Sinclair Broadcast Group, confirmed to the Globe. Employees at WLNE — known as ABC6 — were told about the sale on Thursday and some staff were laid off, meteorologist Kelly Bates said in a video posted on Facebook. Read the full story from Globe Rhode Island.

[Jase 1164]

Fox 32 News Director Glenn Dacy exits; succeeded by Sean O’Heir

 

It's unclear why Dacy decided to leave after only one year as VP, News Content and Streaming. O'Heir, most recently served as VP, Programming and Development and Executive Sports Producer at WFLD   

[TheRolyPoly 3510]

Today is Ashley Harding's last day at WJXT Jacksonville after a 12-year run, a good chunk anchoring weekend mornings.

 

https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1158229299457648&id=100058117659043

[TheRolyPoly 3510]

It looks like KWCH is replacing their 9am morning news with a new lifestyle (I guess?) program called Kansas NOW starting on Monday.

 

It will also mark Annette Lawless' return to Kansas television.

 

https://www.instagram.com/p/DOhIruCkxRe/?igsh=Y3o1cm5zNmN3Zm16

[TheRolyPoly 3510]

5 hours ago, TheRolyPoly said:

It looks like KWCH is replacing their 9am morning news with a new lifestyle (I guess?) program called Kansas NOW starting on Monday.

 

It will also mark Annette Lawless' return to Kansas television.

 

https://www.instagram.com/p/DOhIruCkxRe/?igsh=Y3o1cm5zNmN3Zm16

 

An update...

 

First half will be mainly news and weather, second half will be more lifestyle and fluff pieces. Most importantly, it will be simulcast on both KWCH and WIBW Topeka.

 

https://www.kwch.com/2025/09/12/new-show-kansas-now-celebrating-kansas-air-kwch-wibw/

[TheRolyPoly 3510]

Former KTVU anchor Frank Somerville arrested yet again.

 

This time though, claims of self-defense over an argument with her daughter over her weed habits.

 

https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/former-ktvu-anchor-frank-somerville-arrested-claims-self-defense/?fbclid=IwY2xjawM2luNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHi_IDUanUYe7unzJVfv7BdB34-eCpmkNderDqJXfbUuBTWbzFiYJaghzcvDY_aem_ZcWTHAz93l_2Qy7DTyWzig

[GraphicsMan 345]

2 hours ago, TheRolyPoly said:

Former KTVU anchor Frank Somerville arrested yet again.

 

This time though, claims of self-defense over an argument with her daughter over her weed habits.

 

https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/former-ktvu-anchor-frank-somerville-arrested-claims-self-defense/?fbclid=IwY2xjawM2luNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHi_IDUanUYe7unzJVfv7BdB34-eCpmkNderDqJXfbUuBTWbzFiYJaghzcvDY_aem_ZcWTHAz93l_2Qy7DTyWzig

Don’t wanna get racial but I hope it wasn’t his black daughter. I say that because he’s been very vocal about race issues and has support from the Bay Areas black community if they find out he hit his black daughter boy…

[norcalTVfan 58]

32 minutes ago, GraphicsMan said:

Don’t wanna get racial but I hope it wasn’t his black daughter. I say that because he’s been very vocal about race issues and has support from the Bay Areas black community if they find out he hit his black daughter boy…

Cross-referencing the name in his Facebook post and photos of named person, it is very likely. I’m not a Frank cheerleader/excuser but I do believe that there is more to the story. Hopefully all get the help they need.  

[TheRolyPoly 3510]

On 6/24/2025 at 1:03 AM, TheRolyPoly said:

Oh, and don't forget, Tampa Bay Lightning games in the fall, too. That's why WXPX will become what it is: The Spot - Tampa Bay 66.

 

Update

 

We now know where Lightning games will be available over the air in Northern Florida.

 

If you're in Panama City or Jacksonville, you're reserved to streaming.

 

Orlando: WRBW 65.1 - FOX 35 Plus

Gainesville: WGFL 28.2 - My 11 Gainesville

Pensacola: WFGX 35.1 - WFGX 35

Tally: WFXU 57.1/WCTV 6.6 - My WCTV-DT6

 

https://www.nhl.com/lightning/multimedia/how-to-watch

[TheRolyPoly 3510]

12 years was more than enough for Nicole Nalepa. After mainly being on early mornings, but later trading for dayside hours last year, she has decided to depart from Gray's WFSB Hartford. Her last day will be at the end of the week, so more than likely on Friday.

 

https://patch.com/connecticut/across-ct/beloved-tv-anchor-announces-shes-leaving-her-ct-station

[ScottSchell 423]

Since this isn’t been mentioned FOX23 meteorologist Makayla Smith left KOKI-TV after 3 1/2 years on Sunday September 14th. She and her husband are moving to OKC where his family is and she will still be doing weather just not on tv. I think she maybe joining HailTrace which is in the OKC Metro area.

Edited September 18, 2025 by ScottSchell

[TheRolyPoly 3510]

Just announced minutes ago...

 

WYFF's Carol Clarke is stepping down after 40 years to enter retirement. Her last day will be in mid-December, so just before Christmas.

 

https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1328049702276776&id=100052152768666

[MD TV 390]

WUSA meteorologist Makayla Lucero is leaving the station and tv news:

 

https://www.facebook.com/MeteorologistMakaylaLucero/posts/pfbid0s9MWjYJiJ1bRqYGAvDvZ62B1S1mrLZGUWCzAhBYhn37kcPBtPcvdLWXKmik2guZ1l

 

Edited September 21, 2025 by MD TV

[Tvnewsdude1 2]

22 hours ago, MD TV said:

WUSA meteorologist Makayla Lucero is leaving the station and tv news:

 

https://www.facebook.com/MeteorologistMakaylaLucero/posts/pfbid0s9MWjYJiJ1bRqYGAvDvZ62B1S1mrLZGUWCzAhBYhn37kcPBtPcvdLWXKmik2guZ1l

 

No way…just watched her newscasts this weekend, didn’t seem like it. I guess the grass is greener.

[TheRolyPoly 3510]

This caught me out of the loop, but WESH 2 Sunrise meteorologist Kellianne Klass is signing off this Friday after a five-year run at the station.

 

Her recently married husband of a year is in the Navy and therefore, will be leaving to support him on his new duty station assignment.

 

https://www.wesh.com/article/wesh-2-news-meteorologist-kellianne-klass-signing-off-friday/68001433#

[MichiganNewsGraphicsJunkie 1158]

13 minutes ago, TheRolyPoly said:

This caught me out of the loop, but WESH 2 Sunrise meteorologist Kellianne Klass is signing off this Friday after a five-year run at the station.

 

Her recently married husband of a year is in the Navy and therefore, will be leaving to support him on his new duty station assignment.

 

https://www.wesh.com/article/wesh-2-news-meteorologist-kellianne-klass-signing-off-friday/68001433#

Noooooo.... I really love her!! Best wishes to her and hubby.

[TheRolyPoly 3510]

WJXT Jacksonville is the #1-rated Independent television station in the country. They started it and now its a masterclass as to how its done. (via WJXT on LinkedIn)

 

It does mention other stations that air news, such as WPLG, WANF, WHDH, KTVK, KUSI, KCAL, and KSTC, among others. Yes, they even included stations like WTVZ, WMYV, WUAB, WRDC, and others because even they know that MyNetworkTV is NOT a network.

 

[Georgie56 3661]

News-Press & Gazette’s KION (CBS/Fox) is ending their news operation after 56 years, effective immediately.

[GoldenShine_10 263]

37 minutes ago, Georgie56 said:

News-Press & Gazette’s KION (CBS/Fox) is ending their news operation after 56 years, effective immediately.

 

It had probably become a money loser, especially since KSBW is the 100-ton gorilla in the market.

[SFTV 567]

A certain blog is reporting that Reggie Aqui is out at KGO after almost 10 years. His last day on ABC7 Mornings will be Tuesday Sept 20

 

this is the 3rd anchor to exit the station within these last few months. First Dion Lim and Julian Glover.

[FiveNews 483]

Per their IG (@cbsmornings), CBS Mornings will move into their new studio on Monday 9/29. I believe it is safe to assume that it will be some form of the CBSEN studio.

On 9/22/2025 at 3:02 PM, TheRolyPoly said:

WJXT Jacksonville is the #1-rated Independent television station in the country. They started it and now its a masterclass as to how its done. (via WJXT on LinkedIn)

 

It does mention other stations that air news, such as WPLG, WANF, WHDH, KTVK, KUSI, KCAL, and KSTC, among others. Yes, they even included stations like WTVZ, WMYV, WUAB, WRDC, and others because even they know that MyNetworkTV is NOT a network.

 

Good for them, but it speaks volumes that they are touting themselves as #1 with a 1.5 HH rating. That kind of number back in the day would have them as bottom dweller material. Streaming and social media has definitely changed the landscape. Also, the numbers are misleading since these markets vary in size and households.

[Recovering Producer 410]

On 9/22/2025 at 6:02 PM, TheRolyPoly said:

WJXT Jacksonville is the #1-rated Independent television station in the country. They started it and now its a masterclass as to how its done. (via WJXT on LinkedIn)

 

It does mention other stations that air news, such as WPLG, WANF, WHDH, KTVK, KUSI, KCAL, and KSTC, among others. Yes, they even included stations like WTVZ, WMYV, WUAB, WRDC, and others because even they know that MyNetworkTV is NOT a network.

 

 

I know it has no bearing on the claim WJXT is making here, but including WANF and WPLG as independents for a comparison that runs from January-August 2025 is a choice. Not one I'd make, personally, considering they both went independent in the month of August. 

[GodfreyGR 812]

Sorry for the probable paywall on the link... But turns out KVLY/Fargo really wanted anchor Justin Betti out... After not picking up the 5th year option on his contract, set to expire later this year, they bumped up his departure from the station after station management found out he found a new gig... No on-air good-bye or anything, just "your services are no longer needed". This can't be typical of Gray?

 

And since the article is from the Fargo Forum, who owns KVLY's cross-town rival, they also note that this is the latest in a list of recent departures and shifts for the station as well.

 

McFeely: Anchorman Justin Betti exits Valley News Live slightly sooner than expected - InForum | Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo news, weather and sports