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
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Mechanicville Hero Turning Dreams into Reality
May's Hometown Hero sounds like one of the most generous and kind men you'll want to know. His name is Jim Welch and he's from Mechanicville. Jim does something truly unique for children in need by offering up the gift of a comfortable place to sleep. Jim and a group of volunteers donate their ti…
End of Watch: Troy Police Sergeant Valiantly Battled COVID-19
RIP sir. Our hearts are very heavy for the colleagues and family of Randall French, the Troy police sergeant who had been battling complications due to COVID-19 at Albany Medical Center.
Rotterdam Man Saves Baby Ducks Trapped in Sewer (Video)
Not all heroes wear capes, do they? Less than a minute into this heartwarming video, those words are overheard in a conversation between a Rotterdam homeowner and another man laying flat on his stomach, attempting to save all eight of a mother duck's babies trapped in a sewer basin.
Troy Farmers Market Taking Online Orders
The Troy Waterfront Farmers Market, thought by many as the premiere farmers market in the Capital Region, is now offering online orders and contactless pick-up two times a week. This comes as great news to many of those wanting to support this tremendous farmers market.
Albany Announces ‘Virtual’ Tulip Fest
There are some things that social distancing cannot take away from us; a beautiful sunset, a relaxing drink on your porch or in your backyard, or the simple beauty of a tulip. While there will be no large gatherings at Albany's Washington Park for this years Tulip Fest, the city of Albany wants you…
Local Firefighters Doing Birthday Drivebys
If your child is celebrating a birthday he or she will probably miss out on all the fun with family and friends due to social distancing. But one local fire department wants to help. Complete with lights and sirens, they'll roll right up to the birthday boy or birthday girl's house a…
April Hometown Hero Makes Miracles For Our Military
Melody is the Director of Veterans Miracle Center, and when we called her to inform her that she was April's Hometown Hero, she was incredibly grateful. But, she was also in the midst of doing a million things for our Veterans and active military, so we kept it rather brief. Please take a moment…
St. Rose Singer-Songwriter Survives on American Idol
It's been 3 weeks since Katy Perry gave St. Rose senior Julia Gargano the hug felt around the world on American Idol. In the weeks that have followed since Gargano blew the judges away back on February 23rd, the show has since weeded out the lesser talent. But last night, American I…
Rivers and Saratoga Casinos To Close Temporarily
In press releases sent out today from both Rivers Casino in Schenectady and the Saratoga Casino in Saratoga Springs, the rippling local and global effects of the coronovirus will temporarily suspend their operations.
Opening Dates for Area’s Most Popular Ice Cream Stops
A taste of warmer weather recently has many in the Capital Region longing for a trip to their favorite ice cream spot. Lucky for us, there are plenty of ice cream places already open as well as some opening this weekend or a short time after. Ready to satisfy your sweet tooth and curb yo…