Harry Donahue Retiring From KYW/Philadelphia

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, August 20, 2014

He's Philadelphia's longest-running morning radio host and after a career that spans five decades, Harry Donahue's last day at KYW NewsRadio 1060 will be Friday, August 22. Donahue joined KYW in 1973 after starting his career as an announcer for the former WPBS-FM radio (now WUSL-FM), and as a manager of media relations for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

"When I was hired at KYW, I couldn't believe it," said Donahue. "It was, and remains, the preeminent radio station in Philadelphia. I've done what I always wanted to do. To work in my hometown and having been part of this iconic radio station-it just doesn't get any better."

"Harry's voice is one of Philadelphia's most familiar, and his contributions to KYW are immeasurable," said Marc Rayfield, SVP/MM of CBS Radio Philadelphia. "He is a consummate professional and will be sorely missed by our many listeners who set their alarms to 1060 each morning, as well as those who have worked with him all these years."

Donahue began waking up the Delaware Valley 35 years ago, and was the primary anchor for coverage of some of the region's biggest news stories, including the Mass conducted for a million Philadelphians by Pope John Paul on the Ben Franklin Parkway and championship celebrations for both the Phillies and 76ers. He covered two Super Bowl appearances by the Eagles. Donahue was also on the air during Philadelphia's first violent confrontation with the group MOVE and during 9/11.

In addition, Donahue serves as the longtime play-by-play voice for Temple University Athletics. He will continue his responsibilities with the University.