Recognizing Wgy Radio Station on its 100th Anniversary

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Mr. TONKO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize New York's Capital Region radio station, WGY, on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

Through decades of informing and entertaining Capital Region listeners, WGY has long stood as a pillar of the Schenectady community.

This pioneering station, established by engineers at General Electric in 1922, has spent a century at the forefront of innovations in radio technology.

From conducting the first two-way radio transmission to England to being one of the first two radio stations to broadcast baseball's World Series, WGY has played a key role in establishing New York's Capital District as a global and national hub for technological advancement.

I extend my warm congratulations to everyone at WGY for reaching this historic milestone. Throughout its first 100 years, the station has connected with listeners through its talented and revered hosts.

Here is to many more successful years delivering powerful stories and quality news to our communities. Congratulations to WGY.

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