Z106.3 WNBZ

Z106.3 WNBZ streams live from Plattsburgh NY, United States, on Tuninga Radio.

This radio station specializes in Oldies, Talk, News, Adult Contemporary, Variety music.

The station broadcasts a format centered around “The Greatest Hits of All Time,” catering to listeners in the North Country and the Champlain Valley. This format emphasizes familiar and popular music from across various eras, providing a consistent listening experience focused on well-known and beloved songs. The broadcaster also delivers local news coverage, including closings and delays information, particularly relevant during inclement weather conditions. A key element of the station's programming is its commitment to community engagement, featuring a community calendar that highlights local events such as bake sales, bottle drives, and dinners. This calendar is accessible both on-air and through the station's mobile application, ensuring widespread visibility for community happenings. Recent on-demand content includes segments from Ronnie Ramone, Dylan Ayer, and “Criss on Sports.” The station's programming schedule includes several distinct shows and segments. John Shearer hosts the weekday local news broadcast. Friday nights feature “DJ cRAIG mITCHELL and THE FIXX,” a show where Craig remixes and reworks “The Greatest Hits of All Time,” available both live and on-demand. Sundays are dedicated to “The Oldies Show with Jerry Crouth,” which focuses on music from the 1960s and 1970s, incorporating trivia and listener requests. Sports fans can tune in to “Criss on Sports” every weekday morning at 7:20, also available on-demand. The community calendar is regularly updated and promoted, and storytelling open mic nights are hosted at Whallonsburg Grange Hall, led by storytellers Teddi Rogers, MacDevitt, and Chris Locke. While the website does not detail a comprehensive history of the station, it highlights its role as the “only New York newscast” and emphasizes its commitment to serving the local community. The broadcaster's dedication to local news and community events underscores its position as a vital source of information and connection for the region. Recent news topics covered include a warning for hikers due to warming temperatures, the race for Clinton County Sheriff, concerns about electric vehicle buses on roadways, and a study on racehorse injuries funded by New York. The broadcaster also reports on Governor Kathy Hochul's standing in the gubernatorial race. The station is accessible through a dedicated mobile application, powered by Criss Consulting, available on both the App Store and Google Play. Listeners can also access the station via Amazon Alexa. The broadcaster actively encourages community members to submit their local events for inclusion in the online, on-air, and app-based community calendar. This demonstrates a commitment to fostering local engagement and providing a platform for community announcements and information sharing. The station’s website also provides a portal for users to submit their own events and browse the full calendar by category.

Located in Plattsburgh NY, United States — (802) 862-1342