I'm the News Director here at WIBX and have worked in radio in Utica since 1982 and 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. My hobbies include music, collecting sports memorabilia, golfing, biking and yes I'll admit it, professional wrestling. I am an avid sports fan as well and root for the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, Houston Astros and Colgate University. Favorite charitable cause include The Resuce Mission of Utica, where I volunteer every Thanksgiving, and 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
Boilermaker Open Registration Begins
The 2019 Boilermaker field is nearly half-filled. If you want to take part this year, open registration starts at noon today.
Fire Breaks Out At Herkimer Bar
Fire crews in Herkimer are battling a fire on Washington Street.
St. Patrick’s Day Road Closures In Utica
Several roads will be closed in Utica to get ready for the St Patrick's Day parade. Parking restrictions will also be in place.
13 Year Old Student Struck By Vehicle At School Bus Stop
A 13-year old student was injured after being struck by a car the intersection of Glenmore road and Glen Ridge Drive in the Town of Annsville.
Oneida County STOP DWI Coordinator Charged With DWI-Drugs
The Oneida County STOP DWI Coordinator has been fired after being arrested for DWI-Drugs.
Snow Emergency Declared In Utica
A Snow Emergency has been declared in the City of Utica.
Travel Advisory Issued ForRome, Snow Emergency In Yorkville
Mayor Jacqueline Izzo has issued a Travel Advisory for the City of Rome.
Travel Advisory in Oneida County
Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente is issuing a travel advisory for Sunday morning and is urging residents to stay off of county lakes.
Dog Quarantined After Rabid Skunk Found In Vernon
A dog is in quarantine after a skunk tested positive for rabies in the Town of Vernon.
Gas Prices Down But May Start To Rise
Gasoline price are down one cent a gallon but they may be on the rise.
Ilion Police Looking For Missing Teen [UPDATE]
Ilion Police are looking for a missing teen.
Utica Declares Snow Emergency
The City of Utica is declaring a Snow Emergency that will go into effect at 11:00 tonight and will remain in effect until further notice.