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15/08/2010

ѿý Newcastle's Frank Wappat has decided to retire from the station after nearly forty years on the air. Three months ago Frank suffered a stroke which has left him with a condition known as Aphasia.

ѿý Newcastle's Frank Wappat has decided to retire from the station after nearly forty years on the air. Three months ago Frank suffered a stroke which has left him with a condition known as Aphasia.
On his decision to retire Frank says “The reality is that I can no longer give 110% to my radio shows, so I have sadly resigned from my broadcasting commitments. No one likes to make tough decisions and this one has been the hardest of my life”. A special programme celebrating Frank's career will be broadcast on Sunday 22nd August from 7pm.

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Sun 15 Aug 2010 19:00

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  • Sun 15 Aug 2010 19:00