TV channels & antenna towers in Friendship, Maine
Friendship has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WFYW-LD, 30 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Friendship
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWABI-TVCW | 5.2 | 51 mi | 14° NNE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWGME-TVFox | 13.2 | 58 mi | 266° W | Good | Portland, ME |
| NBCWLBZNBC | 2 | 61 mi | 32° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| ABCWVII-TVABC | 7 | 66 mi | 35° NE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWFVX-LDFox | 22 | 66 mi | 35° NE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV | 18.1 | 66 mi | 20° NNE | Poor | Bangor/Dedham, ME |
| NBCWCSHNBC | 6 | 69 mi | 263° W | Good | Portland, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Friendship
With roughly 1,250 residents, Friendship is a small community in Maine. Our map shows 20 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 8 full-power, 11 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Friendship, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 17 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Bangor, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Bangor's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (WVII-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WCSH), Fox on channel 13.2 (WGME-TV), CW on channel 5.2 (WABI-TV) and MeTV on channel 18.1 (WBGR-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBZ-TV in Boston, MA, 150 miles to the southwest. 3 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Friendship
The main network towers around Friendship are in different directions: ABC 35° NE (66 mi), NBC 263° W (69 mi) and Fox 266° W (58 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
WVII-TV (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Friendship. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Friendship
The farthest main network tower for Friendship is WCSH (NBC), 69 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Friendship
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WFYW-LDLow power | 30 mi | 325° NW | Poor | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 33 mi | 247° WSW | Weak | Harpswell, ME |
| WCBBFull power | 36 mi | 290° WNW | Good | Augusta, ME |
| W19FA-DLow power | 51 mi | 14° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W21EO-DLow power | 51 mi | 14° NNE | Poor | Orono, ME |
| WPFOFull power | 58 mi | 266° W | Good | Waterville, ME |
| W36FM-DLow power | 66 mi | 35° NE | Poor | Etna, ME |
| W15DS-DLow power | 66 mi | 20° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W34EQ-DLow power | 66 mi | 20° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| WMEB-TVFull power | 66 mi | 35° NE | Weak | Orono, ME |
| W20ER-DLow power | 66 mi | 24° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W32FS-DLow power | 66 mi | 24° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W03AM-DTranslator | 67 mi | 277° W | Poor | Harrison, ME |
How Friendship compares with the rest of Maine
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Friendship ranks 211th of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 51 miles away, against a state median of 28 miles.
53% of Maine's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Lewiston, 44 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Friendship: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 263° W, the direction of WCSH (NBC), 69 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 4 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is ABC in Friendship, ME?
ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles NE of Friendship. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is NBC in Friendship, ME?
NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 69 miles W of Friendship. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Friendship, ME?
Fox is on channel 13.2 from WGME-TV, broadcasting from 58 miles W of Friendship. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Friendship, ME?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles NNE of Friendship. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Friendship?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Friendship; around 4 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Friendship?
The main network towers around Friendship are in different directions: ABC 35° NE (66 mi), NBC 263° W (69 mi) and Fox 266° W (58 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Friendship?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 132° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Friendship?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Friendship?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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More: all TV stations in Maine · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Friendship; signal estimates ignore terrain.