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
NASCAR’S Trevor Bayne Diagnosed With MS
Trevor Bayne has had success as a NASCAR driver winning the Daytona 500 in 2011 as well as 2 other Nationwide Series events. Now Trevor is facing a battle that makes racing look tame in comparison. He announced via the Roush Fenway Racing Facebook post that he has been diagnosed with MS, multiple sclerosis.
Great Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes
The star of that Thanksgiving dinner is, of course, that perfectly roasted and stuffed turkey. The bird has a number of equally delicious co-stars on that table and the Food Network chef's have some easy and taste tempting suggestions.
Signs That You May Be A Real Life “Charlie Brown”
Good grief! It seems like every time you go to kick the football of life someone pulls the ball away and you land on your back. Does this sound familiar. It did to "Charlie Brown" and now there is a way for you to determine if you are a real life version of the famed Charles Schultz cartoon character.
Restaurants Offering Veteran’s Special Deals on Veteran’s Day
A number of area restaurants are offering veteran's free food and drink this Veterans' Day as a way to say "Thank you" for your service. Check out the list for area restaurants taking part in this salute.
Happy Birthday Leonardo DiCaprio [VIDEO]
It may come as a bit of a shock but Leonardo DiCaprio is pushing 40. Today is Leo's 39th birthday and although he is now one of the biggest movie stars in the world you might remember that he got his big break on the small screen in "Growing Pains" in 1990. Do you remember what he looked like then?
Great Ways To Find Black Friday Deals
"Black Friday", the day after Thanksgiving is the busiest shopping day of the year. Retailers know that shoppers are anxious to start--or finish--their Christmas shopping and are looking for the best deals they can find. Here are a few ways to find those great deals besides leafing through circulars.
Country Music’s Military Veterans
Country music has always been a major supporter of our military with many Nashville stars traveling thousands of miles to perform for our troops around the world, sometimes in dangerous and hostile environments. On this Veterans Day, 2013, we salute those country stars who have served their nation in the armed forces.
Mark Martin Will No Longer Drive But Avoiding “R-Word”
This will be Mark Martin's final year behind the wheel but the longtime NASCAR driver insists that the idea of retirement is not foremost in his mind. Martin, 54, told FOX Sports that racing isn't in the cards for 2014 but he will remain active behind the scenes.
The Henningsens Join ACM To Give Back To Charity [VIDEO]
The Henningsens may be relative newcomers to the country music ranks but they are already following in the tradition of so many other stars in giving back. The trio is joining up with the Academy of Country Music (ACM) to support that organizations "Lifting Lives" campaign.
Carrie Underwood Does Her Own Laundry, Cooking
Carrie Underwood is, without question, a super star. Many of her peers become so overwhelmed by their success that they transform into unbearable divas but not so the former "American Idol" winner. She stays grounded by doing many of the simple chores of life herself.
Ron Burgundy Ads Provide Awesome Boost to Dodge Durango Sales [VIDEO]
Love them or hate them the 2014 Dodge Durango commercials featuring Ron Burgundy--also know as Will Ferrell--of "Anchorman" fame have resulted in an incredible increase in sales. Just how incredible?
Why Grown Ups Should Not Slide Down Bannisters [VIDEO]
It's something that all of us have done at one time or another. Sliding down a bannister can be great fun if you are under 12 years old but doing it as an adult is risky business. Check out this dude who decided to channel his inner child one more time.