Remote News Service (RNS), a leading provider of high-quality broadcast news, has significantly expanded its reach by adding six new affiliate groups to its rapidly growing network.
This strategic expansion strengthens RNS's presence across diverse markets in the United States, delivering localized and state-level news coverage through trusted anchors and partnerships with prominent media companies.
New Affiliates and Anchors
- Palm Springs, CA – Connoisseur Media Connoisseur Media’s Palm Springs market has joined the RNS network, with stations KNWZ AM, KPSI FM, and KDGL FM now featuring news coverage anchored by John Cruz. This addition brings RNS’s professional news delivery to Southern California listeners, enhancing local programming with timely and relevant updates.
- Sheboygan, WI – Midwest Communications In Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Midwest Communications’ WHBL AM/FM has partnered with RNS to provide news updates anchored by Stace Keen. This collaboration ensures that listeners in the Sheboygan area receive comprehensive and engaging news content tailored to their community.
- Waukesha, WI – Civic Media Civic Media’s WAUK AM in Waukesha, Wisconsin, has welcomed RNS CEO and veteran anchor Lesley Lotto as its State News Anchor. Lotto’s expertise bolsters WAUK’s state-wide news coverage, offering listeners in-depth reporting on Wisconsin’s most pressing issues. Chris Moreau, Civic Media’s Regional President for Southern Wisconsin, praised the partnership, stating, “Lesley and Remote News have been instrumental in expanding our state coverage and elevating our on-air presence. By seamlessly integrating our needs into their operations, RNS has become an invaluable resource and asset to WAUK and Civic Media’s growing news platform.”
- Fredericksburg, VA – Telemedia In Fredericksburg, Virginia, Telemedia’s WGRX FM and WGRQ FM have joined the RNS network, with news anchor Kristie King (McIntyre) delivering updates to listeners. This partnership enhances Telemedia’s ability to provide high-quality, localized news to the Fredericksburg community.
- Reading, PA – Treese Media Group RNS has expanded into Reading, Pennsylvania, through a partnership with Treese Media Group’s WEEU AM. Anchor Freddi Hammer will provide news coverage, bringing RNS’s signature professionalism and reliability to listeners in the Reading market.
- Monticello, NY – Bold Gold Media RNS CEO Lesley Lotto will also return to anchoring duties with Bold Gold Media, this time in Monticello, New York. Lotto will deliver news across four stations: WDNB FM, WSUL FM, WVOS FM, and WVOS AM. This marks a continued collaboration between RNS and Bold Gold Media, further solidifying their shared commitment to quality journalism.
A Growing Network with a Focus on Customization Remote News Service’s expansion reflects its dedication to providing tailored news solutions that meet the unique needs of its affiliate stations. By combining experienced anchors with cutting-edge technology, RNS ensures that its partners can deliver high-quality, localized news content to their audiences.
The addition of these six affiliate groups underscores RNS’s commitment to growth and innovation in the broadcast news industry.
For More Information For inquiries about Remote News Service or to explore partnership opportunities, contact Lesley Lotto, CEO of Remote News Service, at lesley@remotenewsservice.com.

