[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 51 (Thursday, March 26, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E426]
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     TRIBUTE TO LOCAL BROADCASTERS IN THE 24TH DISTRICT OF NEW YORK

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                            HON. JOHN KATKO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 26, 2015

  Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to discuss local broadcasting, 
and specifically how local broadcasting creates a sense of unity and 
involvement within local communities. The local broadcasters of Central 
New York have played a unique role in bringing my community closer 
together.
   As an example, Galaxy Communications, one of our local broadcasters, 
operates three radio stations in the 24th District and has been working 
closely with the Humane Society of Central New York. Galaxy 
Communications has been committed to promoting Humane Society events 
throughout the year. The Lights on the Lake Dog Walk, annual Woof 
Stock, Canine Carnival, and 7th Annual Drop-A-Thon events are just a 
few instances where our local broadcasters have partnered with the 
local community to raise money and awareness for the greater good of 
Central New York.
   In addition to partnering with local charities, local broadcasting 
works to strengthen the community by recognizing the hard work, 
generosity, and achievements of individuals, families, and 
professionals throughout the 24th District. Whether it's commending the 
outstanding contributions that our teachers make in the daily lives of 
our children, highlighting the growth of small businesses, or hosting 
radio-a-thons and telethons that raise money for community events, 
local broadcasters give important recognition and support to Central 
New York and communities across the nation.
   I greatly appreciate our local broadcasters' dedication to 
delivering emergency information when my community needs it and the 
further efforts of local broadcasters to unify, improve, and support 
the 24th District through their work on the air.

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