WKNY - Radio Kingston 1490 AM

About WKNY - Radio Kingston 1490 AM

WKNY (1490 AM), branded Radio Kingston, is a community station licensed to Kingston, New York, United States. Owned by Radio Kingston Corporation, a nonprofit, it covers the city and greater Ulster County from studios in downtown Kingston. The station moved to community ownership in 2017 after decades as a commercial outlet.

Programming blends local talk, arts and culture, and diverse music shows, including Spanish-language content, with hosts drawn from the community. It attracts Hudson Valley listeners interested in hyperlocal voices, civic issues, and creative programs reflecting Kingston’s culture.

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