Castanet radio

[binky11]

Thank you for clearing that up for me. :)

[forumdoug]

The Okanagan Oldies 103.9 at the top this page says "Coming Soon" beside it. It will start at 11am on November 1st. Until that time, 103.9 is still Juice FM.

That's correct. However, as the sale has closed, Castanet, through its Avenue Radio affiliate which has the same controlling/sole shareholder (Nick Frost), is technically operating 103.9 Juice FM, correct?

Also, what is happening to the existing on-air talent and technical & ad sales staff? Are they being laid off and how generous are there severance packages or will all of them be grandfathered in?

Cheers,
Doug

[maryjane48]

It's a momentous birthday for Castanet today.

As the Okanagan's leading news agency turns 17, we're also launching a brand-new venture – a radio station.

Tune in to Okanagan Oldies at 103.9 on the FM dial for the hits of the 1960s, '70s and '80s along with news powered by Castanet's team of journalists throughout the Okanagan. We go live at 11 a.m.

Founded on Nov. 1, 2000, Castanet grew out of Silk.net, one of Kelowna's first Internet service providers.


When you hear the bells chime from Castanet's bell tower, you'll know we're here to serve the community.

Those bells were cast in the Netherlands by the Royal Eijsbouts foundry, and are paired with a two-faced public clock built by Androuais et Fils that was specially designed for the new building.

"We see our role as a resource for the valley, each of the cities and even all of B.C.," said Frost. "We are a part of their community, and often hear that people feel that Castanet is their website, that they take ownership in it – and we feel terrific about that."

https://www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna/2 ... nd-growing

[yootuber]

I'm in Penticton and live feed has no sound??

[ferri]

If you want to listen to the radio station, try this: http://okoldies.net/player/player.htm

[yootuber]

thx ferri got it :)

[ferri]

You're very welcome! :) I'm glad you got it okay!

Here's the full site: https://okoldies.net/

[yootuber]

thx do you know if they are going to go back as far as the 60's IE: motown etc etc

[southy]

A really nice change from the usual, usual of the valley. Thank you!

[ferri]

thx do you know if they are going to go back as far as the 60's IE: motown etc etc

It's 60's, 70's and 80's music. I hope there is some Motown!

[phasyluck]

Each time I come back to visit Kelowna It doesn't take long to realize the existing stations truly do suck! Same songs much?

[Hassel99]

You're very welcome! :) I'm glad you got it okay!

Here's the full site: https://okoldies.net/

Omg this is terrible, listening to the news now and can hear clear conversations in the background.
The news room sounds like it is in the middle of a party.....

[ferri]

There were a bunch of people there for the opening. I imagine it'll be quieter from now on.

[Hassel99]

There were a bunch of people there for the opening. I imagine it'll be quieter from now on.

Please pass on to them it was notably frustrating. Felt bad for Kevin.

[techrtr]

103.1 changed format today to 80's and 90's. Liking what I've heard so far. See ya 96.3 with your play list of 20 songs and annoying on air personalities.