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Harrogate Hospital Radio gets lottery boost
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Harrogate Hospital Radio has been awarded £18,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund.
The volunteer-run station was formed in 1977 and provides entertainment to staff, patients and visitors of Harrogate District Hospital. It has over 50 volunteers.
The grant will enable it to upgrade the broadcasting equipment, improve audio quality and enhance radio connectivity for patients in hospital wards.
Chair Bernard Mageean said:
This grant will make a huge difference to our volunteers and listeners alike. It means we can continue improving our broadcasting equipment and ensure our output remains of a high quality for patients at Harrogate District Hospital. The funding will enable the station to continue providing its much-loved service while operating with modern, upgraded equipment in the studio and around the hospital for years to come.
The radio station is seeking more volunteers and said it will publish details of how to get involved on its website and social media channels soon.
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