WZZB

WZZB (channel 44) is an indpendent television station in Tupper Lake, New York, United States. The station is owned by the Sala Media Group alongside CBS affiliate WTPL (channel 17).
==History==
WZZB signed on the air on November 23, 1996, as a low-power television station affiliated with the Fox network. Initially known as WZZB-LP, it provided viewers in the Tupper Lake area with access to popular Fox programming, including hit shows such as "The Simpsons," "Family Guy," and "American Idol."
In 2003, WZZB transitioned to full power and expanded its coverage reach. With improved broadcasting capabilities, the station was able to provide a clearer signal and reach a wider audience in the region. As a result, WZZB gained a stronger foothold in the local media market.
In the early years, WZZB was owned by EJ Broadcasting, a regional broadcasting company. Under their ownership, the station continued to thrive and became a trusted source of news, entertainment, and community-focused content for viewers in Tupper Lake and the surrounding areas.
However, in 2019, a major shift occurred when Sala Media Group acquired WZZB along with several other television stations owned by EJ Broadcasting. This acquisition marked a new chapter for WZZB and brought changes to its network affiliations.
Unfortunately, as part of the ownership transition, WZZB lost its affiliation with the Fox network. The loss of the Fox affiliation prompted WZZB to seek new partnerships to continue offering quality programming to its viewers. In their search, WZZB successfully secured affiliations with MyTV, The WB, and XYZ networks, ensuring a diverse lineup of shows and content for their audience.
On August 12, 2023, MyTV went to a cable only network, making WZZB an independent station, being the first in the Tupper Lake TV market.
==Gallery==
===Logos===
WZZB 1996.svg|1996–2003
WZZB 2017.svg|2017–2019
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Category:Independent television stations
Category:Former Fox affiliates
Category:Channel 44
Category:Sala Media Group
Category:XYZ network affiliates
Category:Television channels and stations established in 1996
Category:Former EJ Broadcasting stations
Category:Tupper Lake
Category:New York