WGGB-TV ABC 40, WGGB-DT2 FOX 6 and WSHM-LD CBS 3 have combined their news operations to create "Western Mass News," an exciting new concept that debuted today with a 12pm noon newscast on ABC 40 in Springfield, MA.
New England One is in Western Massachusetts, and will have full coverage of the debut tonight.
“Bringing these stations together will enable us to bring more resources to our news coverage, more unique content to our viewers and more choices for our advertisers,” said Western Mass News Vice President / General Manager Klarn DePalma. “This demonstrates our commitment to local news in Western Massachusetts. We believe this is the future of local media in this market and we’re proud to be leading the way.”
Western Mass News will broadcast from a new state of the art studio on 1300 Liberty Street in Springfield. Setting new standards in the market, the new facility is designed for interactive storytelling. There are many multi-purpose areas designed to keep the news staff, anchors and reporters close to the action while keeping the viewer better informed.
“It truly is an exciting time in Springfield and throughout Western Massachusetts,” said Western Mass News Director Patience Hettrick. “Our team has been working extremely hard to create a unique and powerful brand to serve our viewers.”
WGGB, WSHM & FOX6 are owned by Meredith Corp., one of America’s leading medias and marketing companies that has been committed to service journalism for more than 110 years. Today, Meredith uses multiple distribution platforms – including broadcast television, print, digital, mobile, tablets and video – to provide consumers with content they desire and to deliver the messages of its advertising and marketing partners.
Meredith’s Local Media Group includes 17 owned or operated television stations reaching 11 percent of U.S. households. Meredith’s portfolio is concentrated in large, fast-growing markets, with seven stations in the nation’s Top 25 – including Atlanta, Phoenix and Portland – and 14 in Top 60 markets. Meredith’s stations produce approximately 650 hours of local news and entertainment content each week, and operate leading local digital destinations. 67 straight years and increased it for 21 consecutive years.
Here is a complete list of Western Mass Newscasts on all three local stations:
