Gary Hanna’s GCJH Inc is expanding on Cape Cod with the purchase of 1240 WBAS/106.5 W268CP West Yarmouth MA from the estate of Bob Bittner’s Bob Bittner Broadcasting for $130,000.
GCJH will begin operating WBAS/W268CP on Wednesday, February 14 as a simulcast of Classic Hits “X102.3” WGTX Truro. WGTX covers the northern tip of the cape, while WBAS/W268CP covers the western end around Hyannis and Yarmouth. The deal includes a $4,275 per-month LMA until closing, while the sellers will pay $1 per-year for their “The Memories Station” Oldies programming to be heard on WGTX-HD3.
GCJH, Inc., the owner of WGTX-FM (102.3 FM), is excited to announce it has signed a purchase agreement with Bob Bittner Broadcasting, the owner of WBAS-AM (1240 AM) along with the associated FM translator (106.5 FM). Prior to final FCC approvals and closing, GCJH will operate the stations under a Local Marketing Agreement beginning February 14, 2024.
Station owner Gary Hanna says: “I am very pleased to be bringing the greatest hits on earth to more locations on Cape Cod, and I am proud of the incredible work our staff has done in order to make this possible. I got into radio for the love of music, and I am happy to be able to share my passion with so many new listeners.” The acquired stations will simulcast programming that originates from WGTX-FM (102.3 FM), the Greatest Hits on Earth. All of the stations will be branded as “Cape Cod’s X!”
“Bob Bittner was a remarkable man who created something even more remarkable in spite of the challenges facing radio station owners these days. With current plans to use WGTX-HD-3 and a website and mobile app, his Memories music format can continue and keep his unique and special gift to listeners alive,” said Hanna.
Hanna added, “We look forward to building and maintaining many relationships with listeners and businesses alike and providing them with a listening experience that keeps bringing them back for more. We hope you will tune in!”
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