Community Radio WERU 89.9 FM (weru.org) Email Format
Broadcast Media Production and DistributionMaine, United States11-50 Employees
Community Radio WERU 89.9 FM is a noncommercial, independently owned and operated radio station serving the Eastern Maine signal area from its base in East Orland, Maine. The organization produces diverse programming that includes music, culture, alternative news, and community-oriented public affairs, relying on volunteer involvement and listener support to deliver content to the local community. Its target audience comprises residents in the station’s coverage area who seek locally produced, alternative programming that reflects community interests and perspectives. Positioned within the broadcast media production and distribution industry, WERU emphasizes local participation and publicly accessible programming, distinguishing itself through a community radio model that prioritizes local voices and noncommercial content. Recent developments show active collaborations, including a partnership with StoryCorps to support broader storytelling initiatives and a history of engaging in community-oriented projects and events.