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WATR Radio Mourns the Loss of Former Colleague

Tom Chute and Chris Fortier will reflect on Jim's life and work in a special one-hour tribute following the 10 o'clock news on Monday.

WATR 1320AM has shared the sad news of the death of their former colleague Jim Senich.

We are saddened to learn of the passing of our friend and former WATR colleague Jim Senich.

Jim was a tireless and dedicated journalist and broadcaster, serving in numerous roles from news director to talk show host. He relished getting behind the mic as a play-by-play announcer for our high school sports broadcasts and celebrating the achievements of Waterbury's student athletes.

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Tom Chute and Chris Fortier will reflect on Jim's life and work in a special one-hour tribute following the 10 o'clock news on Monday morning. They'll be joined by veteran journalist and Southington sports historian Art Secondo, with reflections from other Waterbury and Southington friends and coaches and the Senich family. Plus, your tributes at 203-757-1320.

Rest in peace, Jim. You will be missed.

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