Tempo 107.4 FM

The broadcaster delivers distinctive radio programmes created by and for the people of a local area and its surrounding region. Programming caters to a diverse audience, encompassing local issues, specialist music interests, and local sports. The station aims to provide something for every listener, offering a range of content designed to inform, entertain, and connect the community. The broadcaster emphasizes its commitment to serving the local area, broadcasting news, weather, traffic updates, and event details relevant to the local area and Lower Wharfe Valley region. Listeners are encouraged to contribute local news, information, and updates via email or through the broadcaster’s Facebook page. The station is wholly volunteer-run and relies on community support to sustain its operations, with weekly costs of approximately £300. Donations are welcomed to help maintain the service. The station’s schedule features a variety of shows and presenters. “Simon on Drive” airs daily from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Alternating weeks feature “In the Nick of Time with Nick Brown” or “In-Tune with Jon Bee” from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. “The Sensational 70’s with Rob Allen” broadcasts from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, followed by “Nutty Norahs Country Music Jamboree” from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM. News bulletins are broadcast hourly, accompanied by regular weather, travel, and event updates. The station also utilizes a “Loading current show…” indicator to inform listeners of the presently airing programme. The broadcaster’s website provides a schedule of upcoming shows, allowing listeners to plan their listening experience. The station’s history is defined by its community-focused approach and volunteer-led operation. It is described as “the local area’s very own Community Radio Station.” The broadcaster has expanded its accessibility, now broadcasting on 107.4FM locally, online worldwide, on smart speakers, and mobile devices. The station’s evolution includes the launch of a dedicated mobile application, available for both Android and iOS operating systems, designed to simplify online listening. The broadcaster’s commitment to local broadcasting extends globally, enabling listeners worldwide to access content originating from the area. The station’s website is built on a responsive WordPress theme. The station is accessible through multiple platforms, including FM radio, online streaming, smart speakers, and mobile applications. Listeners can access the station via 107.4FM locally, or through online platforms and mobile apps for worldwide access. The station utilizes a Facebook page for community engagement and content sharing. The broadcaster encourages listeners to support its operations through donations, highlighting the financial resources required to maintain the service. The station’s website provides contact information (studio@tempofm.co.uk) for submissions of local news, information, and updates.