Citadel Broadcasting to Acquire Radio Stations in Springfield, MA.

Business Editors

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 21, 2004

Citadel Broadcasting Corporation (NYSE:CDL) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Lappin Communications, Inc., to acquire radio stations WMAS(AM) and WMAS-FM in Springfield, MA (the Nation's 89th largest market) for $22 million. The agreement is subject to certain conditions and regulatory approval.

Farid Suleman, Chairman & CEO of Citadel said, "The acquisition of Springfield is consistent with the Company's strategy of acquiring radio stations in the Nation's top 100 markets. These stations are leading stations in Springfield and will enhance the Company's position in the New England region." The Company currently has 21 stations in New England including Providence, Worcester, Portsmouth, New Bedford and Portland.

Bob Lappin, Chairman of the Board of Lappin Communications, Inc., commented, "We are very grateful to the outstanding employees of WMAS(AM) and WMAS-FM in Springfield who have made these stations very successful. Citadel Broadcasting is an excellent company with the resources to provide the stations with continued support and opportunity."

Citadel Broadcasting Corporation is a radio broadcaster focused primarily on acquiring, developing and operating radio stations throughout the United States. The Company owns and operates 148 FM and 58 AM radio stations in 44 markets, located in 24 states across the country.

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