Brian

Brian was born and raised in the Capital Region and currently lives in Albany. He's the co-host of the GNA Morning Show with Brian and Chrissy. When he’s not watching sports, eating fro-yo, playing poker, or trying to get in a quick nap, he’s hanging out with Brody; his ridiculously talented and handsome son. “Radio is my passion and I’m living out my dream! Every day we get the chance to change someone’s mood, perhaps their perspective, and hopefully make them laugh! What’s better than that?” E-Mail: brian@wgna.com

Snow in Immediate Forecast for Albany, More End of Week

I always get a bit nervous when I hear people talking about the 'lack of snow' we've gotten here in the Capital Region. Just when you think you dodged the ol' blizzard bullet, in walks Dan from accounting telling everyone how lucky we've been "cuz it ain't been snowing around here!" As …

Greene County Sheriff’s Seek Justice for Abused Pup

Malnourished and neglected, a young dog was trying to find some warm shelter and perhaps a morsel of food when he was found hiding inside a homeowner's shed on Sunday night in the town of Cairo. The responsible homeowner called the Greene County Sheriff's who took the animal to a local shelter wher…

14 New Yorkers Win Sizable Piece of Powerball Jackpot

According to the New York Lottery, there was one single $730 million dollar winning ticket sold in Maryland from Wednesday nights drawing and 12 second prize winners of a million dollars. The second place winners were scattered all over the country, but none were from New York State.
While New Yorke…

Latham Trooper Buys Gas for Stranded Elderly Woman

Imagine a parent or grandparent, left stranded alone on the side of the road after running out of gas. Not only does that suck, but it can be a little scary. In most cases though, it's not the end of the world. Simply make a call to a friend or family member and someone will usually come help ou…

Retiring Saratoga Officer Responds to Final Call [VIDEO]

I can only imagine what was going through this officer's mind as he listened to a radio call congratulating him on his retirement. I got choked up watching this Saratoga Springs Police Officer keep it all together while he got one final call over the radio.

The Capital Region’s Favorite Diners [Ranked]

When you think of your favorite Capital Region diner, what comes to mind? Is it your hometown hole-in-the-wall, local greasy spoon or maybe it's a little more upscale with fancier booths and modern interior. Diners come in all different shapes and sizes and the decor and menus might vary from place…

Schenectady Lottery Player Cashes 70K Ticket

There's been a lot of hype and talk surrounding lottery drawings recently. Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots have soared and these gigantic grand prizes are trending up towards a billion dollars as a result of nobody winning in recent weeks.
On Wednesday, a lottery ticket was sold to a local play…

Local businesses and Mom-and-Pop's have been some of the hardest hit during the pandemic and it breaks our hearts to see them struggling and in some cases, simply closing. 81-year-old Joan Desadora has owned the Parting Glass in Saratoga Springs for 40 years and it's the kind of place that booms in…

Northville Man Builds His Frozen Field of Dreams [PICTURES]

Christian Klueg from Northville is the District Manager for Howard Hannah Realty and in his "spare time" has been building hockey rinks in backyards for 27 years, and his latest creation has been around for three years. It's hard work, but the payoff is immeasurable. And while he admits …

Local Dopes Return Rental Filled with Drugs

This one Hertz and it's probably safe to say that these guys weren't too Thrifty.
Two local men were arrested at Albany International Airport on Wednesday after it was discovered that the rental car they returned had drugs in it. That's when Albany County Sheriff's were called to the scene, and a s…