WAMC, Northeast Public Radio

WAMC is a public radio network based in Albany, New York. It operates 12 broadcast radio stations and 16 relay stations that help transmit its programming. Among these is WAMC (AM) 1400, an AM station located in Albany. The official name of the organization is simply "WAMC," but it is also referred to as "WAMC Public Radio" or "WAMC/Northeast Public Radio Network." Additionally, WAMC manages The Linda/WAMC Performing Arts Studio, which serves as a venue for performances and is situated close to its Central Avenue studios. WAMC is a member of NPR and is affiliated with Public Radio International and American Public Media. As a non-commercial broadcaster, it is recognized as a charitable and educational organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (26 U.S.C. §501(c)(3)). For the fiscal year 2010, WAMC reported total annual revenues of $6.36 million.

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Morning Headlines with Miles Reed of The Daily Gazette 4/23/25

1 day ago | wamc.org | Miles Reed |Alexander Babbie

Alexander began his journalism career as a sports writer for Siena College's student paper The Promethean, and as a host for Siena's school radio station, WVCR-FM "The Saint." A Cubs fan, Alexander hosts the morning Sports Report in addition to producing Morning Edition. You can hear the sports reports over-the-air at 6:19 and 7:19 AM, and online on WAMC.org. He also speaks Spanish as a second language. To reach him, email [email protected], or call (518)-465-5233 x 190.
WAMC Sports Report 4/23/25: Hurricanes push past Devils 3-1 for 2-0 lead in 1st-round playoff series

1 day ago | wamc.org | Alexander Babbie

NHL PLAYOFFSJordan Martinook scored a go-ahead shorthanded goal in the second period to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils 3-1 on Tuesday night for a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series. Frederik Andersen had a big night in net with 25 saves and several big stops. Shayne Gostisbehere also scored in the second period for Carolina, while Seth Jarvis added a clinching empty-net breakaway goal. Jesper Bratt had New Jersey's lone goal in the opening minutes of the game.
Morning Headlines with Mike Goodwin of The Times Union 4/22/25

2 days ago | wamc.org | Mike Goodwin |Alexander Babbie

Alexander began his journalism career as a sports writer for Siena College's student paper The Promethean, and as a host for Siena's school radio station, WVCR-FM "The Saint." A Cubs fan, Alexander hosts the morning Sports Report in addition to producing Morning Edition. You can hear the sports reports over-the-air at 6:19 and 7:19 AM, and online on WAMC.org. He also speaks Spanish as a second language. To reach him, email [email protected], or call (518)-465-5233 x 190.
WAMC Sports Report 4/22/25: 'The runners are coming': Lokedi, Korir win Boston Marathon

2 days ago | wamc.org | Alexander Babbie

BOSTON MARATHONSharon Lokedi broke the Boston Marathon course record, and fellow Kenyan John Korir joined his brother as a race champion on Monday as the city celebrated the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War. The runners followed in the hoofsteps of a Paul Revere reenactor who rode down Boylston Street and proclaimed “the runners are coming” as the race celebrated the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
WAMC Sports Report 4/21/25: United States wins women's hockey worlds 4-3 in OT against Canada

3 days ago | wamc.org | Alexander Babbie

HOCKEYTessa Janecke scored the winner as the United States prevailed in overtime against defending champion Canada 4-3 to win the women’s ice hockey world championship. Janecke struck with 2:54 left in overtime for the Americans to claim their 11th title at the worlds. Abbey Murphy and Taylor Heise scored a goal and had an assist, and Caroline Harvey also scored for the U.S. in the final. In a classic encounter, Sarah Fillier tied the game for Canada at 3-3 with 5:48 remaining, forcing overtime.
Lunar cycles and holidays

4 days ago | wamc.org | Bob Berman

1 of 1 — 04252c3f-69c2-474e-b754-afd9d6b8d3f1.jpg NASA/Bill Dunford For centuries, the full moon guided calendars and celebrations — and its legacy lives on. This weekend, we explore how lunar cycles still determine the timing of some holidays. Ever wonder why Easter moves around or why there's always a full moon during this time. It all comes down to ancient rules and celestial rhythms that still shape our holidays today. Strange Universe planetLunar EclipseNASA
Donald Trump and I agree: Good water pressure is an inalienable right

5 days ago | wamc.org | Ralph Gardner Jr.

Finally, something that Donald Trump and I agree on. An executive order the President signed April 9th — propitiously titled “Maintaining Acceptable Water Pressure in Showerheads” — reverses a Biden era regulation that conserved water by restricting the number of gallons per minute that can flow from showerheads and other appliances.
Plattsburgh officials provide update on creation of park to honor veterans

6 days ago | wamc.org | Pat Bradley

Town of Plattsburgh officials and members of the local American Legion provided an update today on progress to create a memorial park to honor veterans. The Battlefield Memorial Gateway Park is being built in the Town of Plattsburgh. It’s located on the shore of Lake Champlain, directly across from Crab Island, where both American and British soldiers from the 1814 Battle of Plattsburgh are buried.
Rogovoy Report 4/18/25

6 days ago | wamc.org | Seth Rogovoy

Annie Hart brings her blend of electronic minimalism to Tourists in North Adams, Mass., tonight at 8pm. Hart’s music runs the gamut from post-New Wave/Krautrock; ethereal ambient music based on classic synthesizers; and composed chamber music for small orchestral ensembles. (Fri, Apr 18)Cuarteto Rotterdam brings its blend of classic and modern tango to The Foundry in West Stockbridge, Mass., tonight at 7:30pm.
New solar array going in at former Albany landfill

6 days ago | wamc.org | Alexander Babbie

A new solar farm is planned for a former Albany landfill. New York Power Authority President and CEO Justin Driscoll says the 1.5-megawatt solar farm at the former North Albany/Shaker Park Landfill brownfield is the first to be built through the authority's Renewable Energy Access and Community Help program. “This project, in particular, is part of our REACH program, which is designed to benefit low- and moderate-income communities with the benefit of clean renewable energy.