IN THE MATTER OF JEAN BONCOEUR. FCC proposes a fine of $20,000 against Jean Boncoeur for pirate radio broadcasting on 90.5 MHz in Spring Valley, New York. . Action by: Acting Chief, Enforcement Bureau. Adopted: 2026-01-12 by NAL. (DA No. 26-39). EB. DA-26-39A1.pdf DA-26-39A1.txt IN THE MATTER OF HENDERSON LENNOX ELCOCK. FCC proposes a fine of $20,000 against Henderson Lennox Elcock for pirate radio broadcasting on 106.3 MHz in Brooklyn, New York. . Action by: Acting Chief, Enforcement Bureau. Adopted: 2026-01-12 by NAL. (DA No. 26-40). EB. DA-26-40A1.pdf DA-26-40A1.txt IN THE MATTER OF ROBERT BEKUNE . FCC proposes a fine […]
President’s QST December 2025
―Mark, WA5MA First things first… At the last TARC Monthly meeting Andrew, W5AWS, our new Parliamentarian, asked whether there were any nominations for club officers for the new year from the floor to contest the incumbent club officers―nothing heard. W5AWS asked for a motion to approve all the current officers for 2026: Ed, W1PN, so moved; Robert, KI5WDD, seconded; and those present at the meeting approved the motion by acclamation, there were no dissenting voices. However, there was one change, Bart N5TWB was stepping down as the Public Service Liaison Officer. When we heard that Bart was stepping down the […]
The ARRL Foundation Scholarship Program
Thank you for your interest in the ARRL Foundation Scholarship Program for eligible amateur radio operators pursuing higher education. The ARRL Foundation manages more than 150 scholarships established by generous donors ranging from $500 to $25,000. Click HERE for the scholarship application. Applications will be accepted through December 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM EST. The ARRL Foundation Scholarship Committee will review all applicants for eligibility and award decisions. All applicants must be an active, FCC-licensed amateur radio operators. [NOTE: Active foreign amateur radio operators are eligible for the ARDC Scholarships]. All applicants must submit a completed online application. Transcripts and any additional […]
November TARC Meeting Minutes PDF
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Public Service Liaison Officer – Bart Pickens
As has been discussed at the last two general member meetings, I’m leaving from the appointed position of Public Service Liaison for TARC. This is due to various health challenges that require my attention and time. There is still a need for a volunteer to do this work for the various events the club supports so I encourage interested members to contact Mark Adams – WA5MA. This article is to express my sincere appreciation for the opportunity I had to serve the club and the community in this position. This was accomplished with much teamwork from many dedicated hams who […]
October 21 Meeting Minutes 2025
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President’s QST October 2025
It’s different… In case you haven’t noticed, the President’s Corner is now the President’s QST, published in a new format with a whole new look. Andrew, W5AWS, has agreed to continue with the newsletter while Richie, W5OKL, is recuperating from a stay in hospital. We’re also looking forward to receiving newsletter articles written by club members and others, interesting articles from other publications and of course, pictures. So get your favorite pen or keyboard and write something for the TARC newsletter. Deadline for any submission is the 25th of each month. Would you contribute something if I told you we […]