WBER

WBER is a listener-supported, non-commercial radio station based in Rochester, New York. It operates at 90.5 FM and is one of the longest-running alternative music stations in the United States, having launched in 1985. The station is owned and operated by the Monroe #1 Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) and serves as an educational platform for students interested in broadcasting. WBER features a mix of alternative, indie, and modern rock music and is known for its commitment to showcasing emerging and independent artists. It also engages with the local community through events and listener participation.