I'm the News Director at WIBX and have worked in radio in Utica since 1982 when I got my start at WRUN. I graduated from Herkimer County Community College with a degree in Radio-TV Broadcasting and I'm currently a member of the HCCC Radio-TV Advisory Committee. I love music, collecting sports memorabilia, golfing, biking and yes I'll admit it, professional wrestling. I am also an avid sports fan as well rooting for the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, Houston Astros, and Colgate University. A favorite charitable cause is The Rescue Mission of Utica, where I volunteer every Thanksgiving, and participating in the Sitrin STARS Program. In addition to my daily newscasts, you can catch me co-hostng the CNY Travel Show every Sunday morning.
Jim Rondenelli
Herkimer College To Return To In-Person Instruction This Fall
Herkimer College is planning to return to in-person instruction for the 2021-22 academic year.
Peregrine Falcon Eggs Begin To Hatch In Utica Nest
The Utica Peregrine Falcon Project says the first hatch of a Peregrine Falcon egg in the 2021 breeding season happened Tuesday afternoon.
MVHS To Provide COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics at Multiple Locations This Week
Mohawk Valley Health System will be holding several “pop-up” COVID-19 PODs this week for anyone over 18 years old.
Cuomo Says Many COVID Based Capacity Restrictions Will Go Away
Governor Andrew Cuomo calls it a major step in New York’s reopening process.
State Police Locate Missing Newport Man
State Police have located the body of an elderly Newport man who had been missing since early this month.
No Appointment Needed For 60-Plus Vaccine In NY State
Making a COVID-19 vaccine appointment for anyone over the age of 60 in New York is getting easier.
Capacity Limits Expanding For Museums, Zoos And Movie Theaters
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today that museums and zoos in New York state can move to 50 percent capacity starting April 26.
Vernon Downs Announces Harness Racing Season Begins This Weekend
Vernon Downs will kick-off its 68th season of live harness racing on Saturday, April 17,
NY Releases Guidelines For Graduation Ceremonies
Governor Andrew Cuomo says effective May 1, indoor and outdoor graduation and commencement ceremonies will be allowed with limited attendee capacity, depending on the event size and the location.
Starbucks To Open First Utica Location
Starbucks will be opening its first location in Utica.
Amazon Coming To Frankfort Business Park
Amazon is coming to Frankfort.
Recreational Activities Allowed Again In Utica And Rome
Due to declining COVID infection rates and rising vaccination rates, both Utica and Rome will allow sports and recreational activities at city facilities starting tomorrow.