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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Proud Marine Mom Honors August Hometown Hero (Audio)
Penny Bartlett from Colonie is the proud Marine Mom of 26-year-old Ian and she wrote to us hoping we'd honor him as August's Hometown Hero. Mom also told us that her son may be slightly uncomfortable with the 'fanfare' that comes along with it and decided to spend a fe…
Our Emotional Call To Remarkable July Hometown Hero
Chrissy and I have had the pleasure of contacting our Q105.7 Hometown Heroes each month for nearly three years. We have never had a phone call quite like this. Frank Lockwood from Coxsackie is a man of true character and integrity. He's a priest, addictions counselor, volunteer firefighter, and to …
Death Wish Coffee ‘Cafe’ Coming To Albany
One of the most talked about and beloved strong-tasting coffee brands (both locally and nationally) will be opening up their first ever stand-alone cafe in Albany part of a multi-million renovation project.
I Went Down The UFO Rabbit Hole And There’s No Turning Back
Last weekend a buddy of mine turned me on to a few documentaries about Area 51, alien spacecraft, the Air Force and Navy pilots who've witnessed 'something crazy in the sky' and one man in particular; his name is Bob Lazar. I've always considered myself somewhat of a skeptic on anything, not just U…
Chilly Neighbors Unable To Freeze Out ‘Ice Cold Beer’ Selling Kid
With Capital Region temperatures about to skyrocket this weekend, maybe a little side-hustle by your kids could help them generate enough cha-ching for a new bike, some video games, toys or even contribute to a local charity. This young man's cold marketing strategy was so successful, neighbors cal…
Body Of 20-Year-Old Pulled From Hudson River
Imagine you're walking along the river banks of the Hudson and see something that looks like it could be a body. Usually, it turns out to be a loose article of clothing or a tree branch, but in this case, it was in fact the body of a deceased man. Police responded to a call Wednesday afternoon from…
Manhunt Underway For Escaped Berkshire County Inmate
Monday afternoon at approximately 2pm, Harry Chandler Jr of Pittsfield. escaped from the watch of the Berkshire County Sheriff's office. A manhunt is underway to find the 33-year-old with a violent past who also is a sex offender. If you see him or think you may know his whereabouts…
Saratoga’s Landmark Trackside Restaurant Sold
With just a few days remaining before the upcoming Saratoga Race Course season, there's big news about one of Saratoga's most popular restaurants. A venerable trackside Saratoga staple and place to 'see and be seen' has been sold.
Where To See The Fireworks In The 518
From Albany to the Adirondacks and everywhere in between, Fourth of July firework displays will be lighting up Capital Region skies this week. Here's a list of large firework shows beginning on Wednesday and booming through the middle of July happening all throughout the 518!
Rare Home Video Captures 1970’s Memories Of Storytown USA
Eons before Dinosaurs roared in the valley and a decade before the Steamin' Demon, Lake George was home to Gaslight Village, Storytown USA and much simpler times. These were the days of bumper stickers, Jungleland, ferris wheels and tilt-a-whirls. I'm all for whatever the public demands (and busin…
Local Places Where You Can Buy ‘Legal’ Fireworks
As we approach the 4th of July, get ready to see pop-up tents that claim to be selling "Fireworks". They're not. The technical term is 'sparkling devices' and for the record, they're not the big explosives that people in our neighboring states are able to legally sell. With that being s…
3 Local Teenagers Honored For Collins Lake Heroics
Senator Tedisco presented three local teenage heroes with the New York State Senate Liberty Medal on Tuesday. It's a tremendous honor they richly deserve for helping save the lives of two drowning people in Collins Lake, Scotia.