Program Descriptions

Telegram & Gazette

Sections read are: Obituaries, Front Page, Local News, Letters to the Editor/Editorial, Entertainment, Sports and the Special Section. The Special Section features the following: Monday - On the Job; Tuesday -Health; Wednesday - Food; Thursday - Entertainment and Friday- People.

Community Newspapers *

These programs are one hour in length, with some papers being grouped together in geographical areas. Readings from all papers include: front page news; letters to the editor; editorials; reports on local government meetings; local events calendar and special interest stories from the town. Paper read are:
The Auburn News, The Banner, Barre Gazette, Blackstone Valley Tribune, Bolton Common, Charlton Villager, Clinton Item, Clinton Time & Lancaster Courier, Community Advocate (covering Hudson, Marlborough, Millbury/Sutton Chronicle, Northborough, Shrewsbury, Southborough and Westborough), Fitchburg Pride, Gardner New, Grafton News, Harvard Post, The Landmark, Leominster Champion, Marlborough Enterprise, Marlborough Main Street Journal, Northborough/Southborough Village, Sentinel & Enterprise, Shrewsbury Chronicle, Southbridge Evening News, Spencer New Leader, Sturbridge Villager and The Webster Times. *(IAAIS Program of the Year 2001)

Additional Newspapers

Worcester Business Journal

An in depth look at businesses in Worcester County, including feature articles on business men and women and up to minute reports on local companies.

Worcester Magazine

Worcester's very own oracle for local and regional events, with feature articles, and an extensive coverage of events in and around town.

Vocero Hispano

A Spanish language newspaper covering local news and events, and national news for Worcester County's Spanish speaking residents.

Specialty Programs

Children's Hour

Aimed at our younger listening audience and includes readings of popular children's books, Muse Magazine, stories written by host children, poems and an occasional guest interview.

History, Our Past and Future

Readings from history magazines, Internet articles, books and journals. The program's aim is to report on what has happened, so we might consequently find out what could happen.

An Older Voice

Readings from AARP Modern Maturity magazine and other articles, giving up to date information on issues relevant to our older listeners.

A Common Voice

Helps to give advice and information about living in the community with your disability. Readings are from New Mobility, Dialogue and Braille Monitor magazines and other relevant newspaper articles.

Another Point of View

Takes readings from Conservative and Liberal magazines, and gives both points of view on political debates.

Weekend Update*

Worcester's very own audio broadcast of what's going on in Worcester County. Guests are frequently interviewed from local music groups, stage productions, art exhibitions and various cultural events. *(IAAIS Program of the Year 2000)

Focus on Health

Brings up to the minute information on drugs, new medical updates and all you need to know to keep healthy and fit.

A J Sports Page

Places it's emphasis on sport for disabled individuals and using sport to keep fit. Guests are interviewed from the local sports for disabled community, and readings are from Sports & Spokes, PN and other sports journals.

Science Journal

Hosted by University of Massachusetts Scientists, who keep listeners up to date with the latest discoveries in the world of science.

African American Experience

Pioneered by Roy Allen, a former CBS producer, looks at the world from an African American perspective, with guests, music, poetry and pertinent articles.

Backyard Bookshelf *

Audio Journal's only book reading program, which always has a local flavor, whether by content or author. *(IAAIS Program of the Year 2002)

Retail Circulars and Sales

Bargains Bargains

Takes the fliers from Price Chopper, Big Y, Shaws and Stop & Shop and informs listeners about the bargains and offers in those supermarkets that week.

The Shopper's Guide

Takes fliers from many stores including Macy's, Sears, CVS, Walgreens, Home Depot and Building 19 etc. informing listeners about bargains and offers in those stores.

Twice-Monthly One-Hour Broadcasts

Accent on Ability

Concentrates on the positive side of disability and what can be achieved. Guests are interviewed from local agencies that help disabled individuals.

Out of Sight*

Hosted by, and deals with all issues concerning the blind and vision impaired community, with dynamic outside broadcasts and informative interviews.
*(IAAIS Program of the Year 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007)

Armchair Traveler

Takes you to the places you have always wanted to visit. Just like a travel guide, the destination can be anywhere in the world for this truly enjoyable, informative program.

Dining with Doris

Takes you on a culinary journey through area restaurants and international cuisine. Restaurants reviews, articles on food and some recipes thrown in make a flavorsome mix.

Radio Active Theatre*

Brings the world of theatre to listeners from Old Time Radio, Drama, Comedy and original scripts written by Audio Journal volunteers. *(IAAIS Program of the Year 2005)

*The International Association of Audio Information Services (IAAIS) encourages and supports the establishment and maintenance of radio reading services throughout the world. Members are located in Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, England, Japan, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Panama, Scotland, South Africa and the U.S.