I started at WDOS in 1989 and man has it been a fun ride. Join me every weekday morning from 6:00-10:00 for the best music anywhere on your dial, plus fun stories, factoids, interviews with local and national figures and lots of laughs along the way. Among my most popular features are the Sports Spotlight, the Singer's Showcase, the World War II File, Wacky Inventions, the Movie Showcase Cinema, Real or Not Real?, and the Watercooler Conversations (with fellow DJ Leslie Ann. ABC News pops up at the top of every hour to keep you in tune with what is going on in our world, and we keep our thumb on the pulse of the local news stories you need to know about with six local news broadcasts each morning. It's a great mix of music, laughs and news every morning. I start out at 6AM sharp and don't quit until I am outta here at 10...on my way to hunting me down "a meatball with my name on it!" I'll catch you in the morning!
BIG CHUCK
Road Trip! Ten Stops to Make on a Visit to Historic Old Forge, NY
Old Forge has a population of less than 1,000 residents. But it is a special summertime destination for thousands of New Yorkers. Here are ten places to consider on your next visit to this Adirondack treasure.
Bullseye! 12 Top Axe Throwing Venues in Upstate New York
The art (game? sport? event?) of axe throwing has exploded over the past five years. There are more than 50 places now that feature this unusual activity. Here is a list of 12 of the top axe throwing venues found in Upstate New York. Bullseye!
A Dozen Fantastic International Bakeries in Upstate New York
This gallery shines the light on a dozen fantastic international bakeries in Upstate New York. From Hong Kong to Lebanon to Greece and to Latin America, these bakeries will hit the "sweet spot" with you. Guaranteed!
The Top 15 Nurseries in Upstate New York That Are Ready for Spring
Greenhouses, garden centers, and nurseries are all about to throw open their doors and welcome spring all across Upstate New York. Here are 15 top ones for you to consider.
12 Upstate New York Italian Restaurants Serving Epic Meatballs
Celebrate our self-described Meatball March with a tasty meatball sub, or meatball pizza, or spaghetti and meatballs at these 12 great Upstate New York restaurants.
New York’s ‘Irish Alps’ Await You This St. Paddy’s Day
The Irish Alps of the Catskill Mountains of Upstate New York are a place of Irish heritage, food, cultural events, food, and music. St. Paddy's Day is a perfect time to visit them!
Hit The Road With These 12 Great Bike Shops in Upstate New York
Thousands of Upstate New Yorkers enjoy riding a bike through the trails, parks, and mountains of the region. It is kind of like a celebration of warm weather arriving after a typically cold winter. Here are a dozen great bike shops that sell and service all makes and models of bikes. Some of them have been in business for almost a half century. Happy biking!
11 Fantastic, Historic, and Very Old Upstate New York Hotels
Upstate New York is rich with old, historic hotels. Here is an eclectic list of 11 that you should include on your next roadtrip around the region. Take a look at the amazing stores each of these places has to tell. Wonderful!
Roadtrip! 13 Places to Enjoy on Your Next Visit to Troy, NY
Troy, NY once was one of the wealthiest cities in the United States. You can still see glimpses of the Victorian-era glamour all over town. Here are 13 bucket list places to see on your next visit to Troy!
Celebrate National Peanut Butter Lovers Month in Upstate New York
March is National Peanut Butter Lovers Month and we have come up with 13 incredible (and unique) ways to celebrate around Upstate New York.
13 Amazing Facts About the Wonderful Corning Museum of Glass
More than 400,000 visitors come to the Corning Museum of Glass each year. Here are 13 amazing facts about this Upstate New York treasure.
These Are Upstate New York’s 12 Biggest Shopping Malls
These are the 12 largest enclosed shopping centers in Upstate New York. They range from the lower Hudson Valley to Buffalo.