CORUS RADIO TURNS UP THE VOLUME WITH NEW WINNIPEG STATION PEGGY @ 99-1
Winnipeg – Corus Radio is bringing Winnipeg listeners a new station to get excited about with the launch of Peggy @ 99-1, Feel Good Winnipeg! Launched yesterday, Peggy is an upbeat 80’s pop and current adult contemporary station that has all the hits that Winnipeggers want to hear. Rebranded from 99.1 FRESH RADIO, Peggy’s unique new format aims to reflect the positive, energetic and fun vibe of Winnipeg while giving listeners the music they want.
With a new look, website and sound, the station plays the biggest 80’s pop artists and today’s superstars in music intensive mode, giving listeners an opportunity to indulge in Peggy’s playlist at work, in the car, or on their smart phones.
“Peggy @ 99-1 was made for Winnipeg, not just in the name, but in the playful, sassy and confident attitude the station brings to the city,” says Tammy Cole, Program Director, Peggy @ 99-1, Corus Radio. “Our listeners will enjoy the stations upbeat music, fun personality and local flare while they’re at home or on-the-go. From running errands to putting the kids to bed, Peggy will be there for you to tune-in to the big hits and tune-out the noise.”
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