Hey, my name is Rob Banks, born and raised in Lancaster, NY. I originally went to school to become a doctor at UB....and that dream got completely derailed when I stumbled into radio after my short-lived lacrosse career in college. My wife and I still live in Lancaster and are no stranger to all the local watering holes (Go Legends). There is not a Concert or Sporting event tailgate we haven't liked. When not on the air, there's no doubt I'll be doing one of the following: playing the guitar, fishing, playing games (massive euchre guy), and travelling.
Rob Banks
New York State Has Worst ‘Tick Problem’ in America
There is a super scary warning from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding ticks and a newly discovered disease that is potentially lethal. Here is what is doing to people in New York State.
What is the Air Quality Index Score For Each City in New York?
It is really bad. How bad is the smoke in your area? What is the Air Quality Index number in your city in New York?
Don’t Use Air Conditioning in Wildfire Smoke in New York State?
If you are staying inside, a popular question that has been asked is if it is safe to use your air conditioner while the smoky conditions remain in New York State.
Can you use an air conditioner in New York State?
Major Increase in Lumber Prices Coming to New York State
The price of wood is going to increase after all of the wildfires in Canada have destroyed over 8 million acres of forest.
New York State Started Limiting Speed Cars + Trucks
New York State has started putting speed-limiting devices in their cars and it seems to have been very successful.
Mold in Capri Sun Found in New York State
This is absolutely disgusting. Apparently, there has been some mold found in some Capri Sun drinks. Take a look at this video and what was found inside. Mold seems to be floating around the drink.
Party City to Abruptly Close Stores in New York State
The pandemic hit a lot of stores hard and Party City is the latest victim of big box stores closing. Party City has announced that they will close several Party City stores very soon in New York State.
Warning to NOT Do This To Deer in New York State
DO NOT DO THIS.
A local police agency is reminding everyone that when you see this happen is almost always okay and you should not DO THIS. DO NOT go up to the deer. Now is that time of the year that you will see whitetail deer give birth to their fawn.
400 Pounds of Spaghetti Randomly Found in Woods by New York State
What in the world? There were over 500 pounds of cooked pasta that was randomly found in the woods. The pasta was cooked and there were all different types of pasta from spaghetti to spaghetti-ohs, penne, and more. The police have noted that it is illegal dumping in this town and they are looking for a suspect. But, HERE IS WHY they did it:
Brand New Tax on Paint in New York State
If you have bought paint recently in New York State, you have probably noticed it is more expensive than it used to be. In fact, if you look a little closer at your receipt you will see another line item for a new "tax" on paint. The New York State fee is being added, and they claim that New York State doesn't get any of the money.
Gun Mailbox is Making Neighbors Very Mad in New York State
There is a mailbox in New York State that is causing quite a controversy. This man has a massive 'gun' mailbox. The gun mailbox is literally a mailbox in the shape of a .40. You put the mail in the muzzle of the 'gun'.
IRS Officially Changes Tax Deadline for New York State
New York State has officially changed when your taxes are due for this year. When are taxes due this year? The IRS has changed the deadline specifically for NYS. Your taxes in New York State are not due on April 18, 2023.