Continuing Education grants continue to help MBA members

In a world of media consolidation and tightening budgets, training for radio and television station employees is often among the first thing to get cut.  With fewer seminars, outdated training books and technology that evolves quickly, employees can easily be left behind.   Enter the... Read More.

MBA Continues Pursuit of Pirate Radio Legislation

The Massachusetts Broadcasters Association continues to pursue H1679 – An act relative to unauthorized radio communication (i.e. pirate radio stations). Meanwhile, the Federal Communications Commission has seized broadcasting equipment from a pirate radio station operating out... Read More.

Alternative Broadcast Inspection: A worthy investment

By Jordan Walton Through many conversations with our members over the last few years, there is no doubt that the Alternative Broadcast Inspection Program (ABIP) is one of the most useful and appreciated member benefits the Massachusetts Broadcasters Association offers. Until I shadowed MBA inspector Bob... Read More.

Families in Broadcasting Scholarship deadline fast approaching

ATTENTION MBA MEMBERS WITH COLLEGE-AGED CHILDREN! The deadline for the Massachusetts Broadcasters Association's "Families in Broadcasting" Scholarship is May 10, 2013. The MBA offers up to five $750 scholarships.  The scholarships are awarded to the children of full-time employees of MBA member stations.  Students must be... Read More.