I'm native of New Hartford, raised in Utica and have been involved in broadcasting since 1967 in a number of on and off air capacities. For the past 25-plus years I have hosted and co-hosted the morning show on WFRG (Big Frog 104).Married with one daughter my hobbies include golfing. travel, history, reading, going to the gym, movies and music. We have 2 cats, Fenway and Parker so you can probably guess which baseball team I follow. Sorry Yankee fans.
Matt Herkimer
Burger King French Fry Burger Not Getting Rave Reviews
If you are a Burger King regular you've probably noticed a new item on the menu, the Burger King French Fry Burger. It was introduced over the weekend and has been getting lukewarm reviews at best from food critics.
William Shatner, “Captain Kirk”, Releasing A New Album [VIDEO]
William Shatner, 82, has made his mark as an actor most notably as "Star Trek's" Captain Kirk on TV and in the movies. Never one to rest on his laurels Bill is getting ready to release his first music album in years, a progressive-rock, spoken word set entitled "Ponder the Mystery". What to expect?
Health Risks For Women Over 40
Although women tend to have longer life spans than men they still encounter major health risks that could jeopardize their quality of life. Some risks are bigger than others and here is a list of the biggest dangers to a woman over 40's health.
Chicken Swallows Womans Diamond Earring, Long Wait Expected Until Its Return
If you have a pet you know that at one time or another they will swallow something valuable. Usually you only have to wait until Fido or Mr. Whiskers has a bowel movement to retrieve the item. Not so when your pet is a chicken. Why so?
Kip Moore Heading To New Surfing Spots
While most country artists kick back by going fishing or hunting Kip Moore takes a different road. Well known is his love for surfing and now Kip is looking to practice his passion for riding the waves in some exotic locations.
Carrie Underwood’s Hubby Mike Fisher Bitten By Angry Chipmunk [VIDEO]
Carrie Underwood is a well known animal protection activist so when a chipmunk invaded her home she called on her hockey playing, tough guy husband, Mike Fisher to humanely catch and release. Easier said than done.
Health Risks For Men Over 40
As we age we become more susceptible to health risks that are age related. There are some health risks for men over 40 that are not only more prevalent but easily avoidable. Check out the list.
Leann Rimes Twitter War With Brandi Glanville Back On
Apparently the truce between LeAnn Rimes and husband Eddie Cibrian's ex, Brandi Glanville, has expired. LeAnn and Brandi have a history of bad blood between them and the fireworks look like they are re-igniting.
NASCAR Truck Series Driver Max Papis Slapped By Woman [VIDEO]
Confrontations on the NASCAR circuit are not uncommon. However when one driver's girlfriend takes matters into her own hands, that's news. Drivers Max Papis and Mike Skeen got into it on the track during Sunday's NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race at Canadian Motorsports Park but it is what happened afterwards that has everyone talking.
Chris Young Explains Title of New Album, “A.M.”
Chris Young is back on his feet--literally--and looking forward to the release on his new album "A.M." on September. Chris, who was hospitalized recently for a serious leg infection, explains that the title of the album has nothing to do with being an early bird.
How To Stay Married For 30 Years
We announce birthdays and anniversaries every weekday morning at 7:40AM and I always find special joy in announcing anniversaries of 25, 30, 50 years or more. Is there a secret to a long happy marriage? Ask 20 couples and you'll probably get 20 different answers but here are a few tips on achieving marital longevity.
Larry Wight Captures First Win, Stewart Friesen Takes Track Championship at Utica-Rome Speedway
The final Modified Feature of the season at Utica-Rome saw Larry Wight capture his first win of the season. Stewart Friesen took the track championship along witht the $10,000 prize. Jack Miller won the Sportsman feature, Glenn Forward the Pro Stocks, Russ Marsden the Pure Stocks and Jason Barney the Empire Super Sprints. Check out the full results.