WJET D.3

Station Profile

Nexstar acquired WJET, an ABC affiliate, in January 1998. Later that year WJET began a time brokerage agreement with Mission Broadcasting station WFXP, better known locally as FOX 66, the local Fox affiliate. As a result both stations have realized significant operating efficiencies. Through continued improvement in news coverage and dedication to the Erie community, WJET is the first choice for news in Northwestern Pennsylvania. WJET delivers the highest share of revenue in the market by leveraging its viewership and delivering superior customer service to its advertisers. The station’s syndicated programming includes Everybody Loves Raymond, Entertainment Tonight, Judge Judy and The Doctors. WJET broadcasts in digital in High Definition.

Market Profile

Erie, PA is in the 154th largest DMA in the United States, with a population of approximately 351,401 and 151,250 television households, as reported by Nielsen Media.

Cable/ADS penetration is estimated to be 82% with 19% Over the Air. The largest employers in the market include Wabtec, Erie Insurance, UPMC Hamot, and Saint Vincent Health Center.

Source: Dept of Labor 2023

Station Contact Information

8455 Peach Street Erie, PA 16509 P: (814) 864-2400 F: (814) 868-3041

Station Contacts

Stephen Freifeld, General Manager

Leslie Sadley, Creative Services Director

Jeff Biletnikoff, Digital Media Manager

Lou Baxter, News Director

Todd Davis, IT Manager

Phil Kowalczyk, Chief Engineer

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