Cablevision Hires Local Media Group SVP

BETHPAGE, N.Y. -- Cablevision Systems Corporation (NYSE: CVC) today announced that Valerie Green has been named senior vice president, marketing for the company’s Local Media group. The appointment is effective September 27, 2010.

In her new role, Ms. Green will be responsible for overseeing the Local Media group’s marketing initiatives, including strategic brand positioning and creative direction. The group’s assets consist of News 12 Networks’ local news channels, MSG Varsity’s suite of television and online services covering high school activities, and Newsday Media Group, featuring Newsday, Long Island’s leading daily newspaper, and amNewYork, the nation’s most widely circulated free daily serving New York City. Ms. Green will report to Tad Smith, President of Cablevision’s Local Media group.

Mr. Smith stated: “Valerie’s extensive experience in building brands combined with her strong background in the cable television and media industry makes her uniquely qualified to help ensure our local media properties remain the go-to resource for each of the communities they serve. We are fortunate to have such a seasoned professional and we are confident that she will play an important role in our success as we continue to build on Cablevision’s commitment to local content as a key differentiator.”

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