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Dick Wood (journalist)

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Richard "Dick" Wood (died 2021) was an American journalist.[1][2]

Biography

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Wood was born in Massachusetts, U.S.[3] He began his broadcasting career in the U.S. Army and transitioned to commercial radio in 1954.[3] After working at several radio stations, he moved to television at WJAR-TV and later joined WTEN in 1973.[3][4] His distinctive voice was often featured in local commercials. After a career in television, he worked in local jazz radio.[3]

Wood received Congressional recognition for his reporting fairness and won several journalism awards.[3] He was involved in disability-focused telethons and collected antique items and Frank Sinatra memorabilia.[3] Wood died at age 91.[3][5]

References

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  1. ^ "Legendary TV anchor Dick Wood dies at 91". 6 November 2021.
  2. ^ "Longtime WTEN anchor Dick Wood dies at 91". 5 November 2021.
  3. ^ a b c d e f g "Dick Wood, prominent area TV anchor, dies at 91". 6 November 2021.
  4. ^ "Former NBC 10 anchorman Dick Wood passes away". 5 November 2021.
  5. ^ "Legendary NEWS10 anchor Dick Wood passes away". 5 November 2021.