CRFM launched on 15 April 2024 at 8am. The studios are named after the late broadcaster John Myers.[2] The station is not to be confused with CFM, which now broadcasts as Greatest Hits Radio Cumbria & South West Scotland. One of the station's co-founders is former radio presenter Darrell Thomas, who is the managing director.[3]
CRFM is run entirely by volunteers, who live and work in Carlisle or Cumbria, and will showcase local artists musical talents to local sports news, local news updates, and giving the lowdown on all the upcoming events.[4]
The 'On Air' team has extensive professional experience.
These include Bekah Fowler, Marc Allan, Joanne Lee, Craig McCarron, Ian Timms, Joe Costin, Andy Wood, Paul Braithwaite and Val Armstrong.
The Head of Station Sound and Programme Manager is Lindsey Kerr, who successfully launched Lakeland Radio in 2001