Pamal Broadcasting Acquired Galaxy Media Radio Stations
New York radio operator Pamal expanded its footprint by acquiring 13 stations from Galaxy Media.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Advertising
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Pamal Broadcasting has purchased 13 radio stations from Galaxy Media in Syracuse and Utica. The acquisition, which also includes marketing divisions, follows the planned retirement of Galaxy Media founder Ed Levine.
Why it matters
This consolidation allows Pamal Broadcasting to extend its regional reach across New York, integrating Galaxy Media’s sports marketing and event assets into its existing portfolio. The move reflects a leadership transition following the founder's decision to exit the industry after 36 years.
Pamal Broadcasting will gain 13 radio stations from Galaxy Media to bolster its existing 18-brand network. This merger follows a 36-year tenure led by outgoing Galaxy Media founder Ed Levine.
The players
Pamal Broadcasting
A regional media firm operating 18 radio brands across Albany, Glens Falls, the Hudson Valley, and Rutland.
Galaxy Media
A radio station operator with assets concentrated in the Syracuse and Utica markets.
Ed Levine
The retiring founder and CEO who led Galaxy Media for 36 years.
The details
Pamal Broadcasting will transition into operational control of the newly acquired stations through a Local Marketing Agreement beginning October 1. Beyond the radio signals, the transaction encompasses Galaxy’s dedicated events and sports marketing business units. This integration strategy allows Pamal to absorb established broadcast footprints in Syracuse and Utica into its regional operations, which currently span Albany, Glens Falls, the Hudson Valley, and Rutland.
Timeline
The Local Marketing Agreement for the radio stations takes effect on October 1, 2026.
Galaxy Media founder Ed Levine will retire at the end of 2026.
Market Landscape
This acquisition follows a broader pattern of regional radio consolidation as independent owners exit the industry. It mirrors the 2024 regional radio consolidation trends where legacy operators seek to scale through the absorption of established local assets.
Business owners in Syracuse and Utica should prepare for changes in local advertising inventory and marketing service offerings following the October 1 transition. Advertisers should contact existing sales representatives to confirm how the new management structure will affect current campaign agreements.
The takeaway
Consolidation of local media assets often leads to changes in ad rates and inventory management for regional businesses. Operators should review their existing contracts with Galaxy Media before the October 1 LMA start date to ensure rate protection and service continuity.
What happens next
Ed Levine is scheduled to conclude his tenure as CEO of Galaxy Media by the end of 2026.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by RadioInsight.
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