Broadcast area | Ilocos Sur, Abra and surrounding areas |
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Frequency | 927 kHz |
Branding | DWRS Commando Radio |
Programming | |
Language(s) | Ilocano, Filipino |
Format | News, Public Affairs, Talk |
Affiliations | Radio Mindanao Network |
Ownership | |
Owner | Solidnorth Broadcasting System |
History | |
First air date | September 21, 1979 |
Technical information | |
Licensing authority | NTC |
Power | 12,000 watts |
Links | |
Website | https://dwrscommandoradio.com/ |
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