Valley Free Radio 🇺🇸

Valley Free Radio, also known as WXOJ-LP, is a vital low-power FM (LPFM) community radio station broadcasting from Northampton, Massachusetts on 103.3 FM. The station is primarily staffed by volunteers from the Pioneer Valley region, ensuring that programming decisions, station management, and fundraising efforts are community-driven. As a non-commercial station, Valley Free Radio avoids advertising revenue, relying instead on listener donations, grants, and fundraising events to maintain its independence and focus on serving the community. WXOJ-LP's low-power license allows it to concentrate on serving Northampton and its surrounding towns within a broadcast radius of approximately 5-10 miles. The station's commitment to accessibility and openness is reflected in its welcoming attitude towards volunteers of all backgrounds and skill levels, providing training and support to facilitate their involvement. Valley Free Radio actively builds community in the Pioneer Valley by offering a platform for local voices, connecting individuals with shared interests, and promoting local events and activities. Valley Free Radio provides a diverse range of programming, including music genres often overlooked by commercial stations, such as indie rock, folk, world music, experimental, jazz, blues, electronic, and local music. Talk shows cover local issues, politics, social justice, and arts and culture, while public affairs programming includes coverage of local government meetings and interviews with community leaders. Educational and multilingual programs, alongside youth programming, further reflect the community's diversity. The online presence of Valley Free Radio, including streaming and social media, ensures accessibility to listeners worldwide.