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21 November 1999/ RCC99: 004

CHARITY RADIO LAUNCHES FOR CHRISTMAS!

Rugby’s oldest radio station, Cracker FM is taking to the town’s airwaves for its ninth year this Christmas to raise funds for under privileged children in the Third World.

Run by Rugby’s youngsters, Cracker FM will start broadcasting this Saturday (27th November) until Christmas Eve on frequency 106.8 FM. Bursting with local talent the music-based station has more than 80 presenters under the age of 25.

To kick-start its first day there will be a Cracker FM roadshow at the Clock Tower, an opportunity for the public to meet presenters and learn about the cause.

Cracker FM is part of national charity Big Take that is petitioning the government to uphold the UN Convention on the rights of a Child, and is raising money for projects that help relieve the exploitation of children through forced labour. Locals can get involved by donating funds, listening to Cracker FM, signing a petition, or writing to MP Andy King.

Project co-ordinator, Katie Thomas said: “We are really excited to be on air again as Rugby’s longest serving radio station. This year’s line up includes a Friday night dance and party show, live coverage of Coventry City football matches on the Saturday afternoon sports show, and the Sunday afternoon Spinadisc top 20 chart show. It’s not too late for advertisers to get in touch, just give me a call on 813064 or 334417.”

Alongside Cracker FM, the charity is hoping to run a temporary town centre Crackerteria coffee shop to boost fund raising. The Crackerteria will open to the public, serving a selection of hot and cold snacks, as soon as premises have been confirmed.




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