I love being on the radio. I've had a long career in broadcasting and couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I grew up in Upstate New York, and have logged thousands of hours behind the mic. Radio has allowed me to meet the greatest people in entertainment, including Jay Leno, Mariah Carey, Rihanna, the Rolling Stones, Steven Tyler, Wyclef Jean, Janet Jackson and so many more. I have also done live broadcasts from Universal Studios Orlando and hosted several listener cruises to the Caribbean. In July 2018, I began working in the WBSM newsroom as well as continuing on the air at Fun 107.
JR Reitz
Luxury Cars Were Once Built In Syracuse
If you've ever attended an antique or classic car show, you may have come across a car called "Franklin." Most people might think the car line was named after one of our founding fathers, but it was not given its name in honor of Benjamin Franklin.
6 Feet Of Snow In 4 Days For Upstate Town
According to Google Maps, Redfield, New York is just 32 miles northwest of Rome. But, the small town sits in the heart of "lake-effect alley." According to newyorkupstate.com, more than six feet of snow has fallen in Redfield since last Wednesday.
Another Upstate New York Casino Opens Soon
Located just off the New York State Thruway some 75 miles east of Utica, The Rivers Casino and Resort will be a quick ride from the Mohawk Valley. The newest upstate casino will be open within a week.
Couple Seeking To Lower Speed Limit In Herkimer
It was nearly 20 years ago when Gene and Betty Johnson of Ilion lost their 18- year-old daughter after a car crash at Route 5 and West German Street in Herkimer. Jennifer was on her way to class at Herkimer County Community College when her car was hit by another vehicle at the intersection.
Trapped Cat Rides From Brooklyn To Adirondacks
A cat from Brooklyn may have used at least one of it's 9 lives when it became trapped in the engine block of a car. "Gumbo" is a tabby cat that had escaped from his carrier while on a trip to the vet. The pet then apparently found a warm place under the hood of a car, and had lodged itself in the engine block. That's when the adventure began.
Giant Chain Not Buying Price Chopper After All
Last November, it was announced supermarket giant Albertsons was in talks to buy Price Chopper. The purchase price that was mentioned at that time for the Schenectady-based chain was $1 billion.
Another Gold Medal For Remsen’s Erin Hamlin
It's the second career gold medal for Remsen Native Erin Hamlin. The 30-year-old luger has won the women's sprint world title on Friday in Austria.
Watertown Native Up For ‘Best Actor’ Oscar
You may know him best as Aragorn in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Watertown's Viggo Mortensen has most recently played a father who lives off the grid in "Captain Fantastic." That role has earned him a best lead actor nomination at the Academy Awards...
Celebrate National Pie Day With Central New York’s Best Pie
What better way to celebrate "National Pie Day" than with one of the best available from one of Central New York's legendary eateries. People who live in Sylvan Beach, and for miles around, are known to top off their meals at Eddies, with a slice of their delicious homemade pie...
Temps 20 Degrees Above Normal in Central New York
We're just past the middle of January, and for Central New York, the normal high is 30 degrees. Over the weekend we reached 50 degrees in downtown Utica, and some other places hit the low 50's.
Whiteface Among America’s Best For Skiing
When you think of the best areas for skiing in the U.S, Colorado, Utah and even Vermont come to mind. But one of the best resorts in America is within easy driving distance from Central New York.
Upstate New York Drivers Lining Up To Become Uber Partners
If, or should I say "when" Uber gets the green light to hit the road here in upstate New York, it appears there won't be any shortage of drivers. The popular ride sharing service has announced that 50,000 New Yorker's have signed up to become Uber driver-partners.