Methuen Community Television is a local, non-profit television station dedicated to covering the community of Methuen. Our goal is to give the people of Methuen an opportunity to use the media effectively to inform their neighbors about the issues affecting our community. We also strive to provide a venue for local sports, the arts, religious and non-profit organizations and business leaders' expertise to be shared.

MCTV was founded in 1996 when citizens and members of the Cable Advisory Board decided that the cable television operator was not enthusiastic about providing local programming. They petitioned the Mayor of the City to amend the Cable Television license and create an independent corporation. The station would be funded by a fee, paid by the city's cable subscribers as well as sponsorships from local businesses. The Board of Directors would be selected by the Mayor of the City.

From its origins at Methuen High School, MCTV moved and opened its doors at its current location, in a professional office park. The new facility was custom designed and built to meet the needs of the organization as it grew to serve the community. We currently have a three camera studio, three editing facilities, eight field cameras, and a portable studio.

With its state of the art facilities, MCTV also revamped its training program to better serve our members. Over 225 people have taken workshops within the last seven years. They have been trained in producing, directing, hosting, studio operations and field equipment operations. We have also supported our membership through "Member's Nights", led by staff and members. Past topics have included Copyright Issues, Promoting Your Program, and The Life of a Professional Cameraman.

In the last two years, MCTV staff and MCTV members have won two national HOMETOWN awards, two Honorable Mentions at the National level, four regional first place awards and nine other regional awards for its programming. We have also been on the scene of local events including the Santa Parade, State of the City Address, Person of the Year Dinner, and many more. MCTV has also provided complete and comprehensive election coverage. Every election season since 2003, MCTV produced candidate debates as well as live election night coverage.

All citizens of Methuen, 16 years of age or older, are encouraged to become members of MCTV. Training classes are at no cost and there is no minimum time commitment. Don't just watch television, be a part of it, and learn more about what makes television, what makes Methuen, and more about yourself in the process.