WGR, American sports radio station in New York
WGR is a radio station in Buffalo, New York, broadcasting on 550 AM and primarily focused on sports coverage. The station airs live games of local teams including the Bills, Sabres, and Bandits, along with daily sports commentary, player interviews, and game updates.
The station was founded in 1922 as the first regular radio station in Western New York. Over the decades, it evolved from broadcasting music and weather reports into a sports radio station, becoming known for covering Buffalo Bills, Sabres, and other local team games.
WGR goes by the name 'Sportsradio 550' and is a gathering place for sports fans in Buffalo. The station connects people who follow local teams and reflects how much sports matter to the community.
The station is available around the clock and you can listen on 550 AM in your car or at home, or online through its website and apps like iHeartRadio. Updates run regularly throughout the day and evening, so you can stay informed about game results and local sports news whenever you want.
The station was the first to broadcast regularly in Western New York and played a role in local sports history by airing the Bills' four memorable Super Bowl years. This long connection to major local sporting events makes it a defining part of Buffalo's identity.
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