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Mother's Day Ideas for Moms in the Albany Area

Bryen — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:53:17 +0000

Every year it seems you are lost when trying to figure out the perfect thing to do for mom on Mother's Day. Fortunately for you we all have picky moms too and we have lots of experience in making Mother's Day extra spe

Presidential Beer History

Bryen — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 17:27:30 +0000

In observance of President’s Day we take a look back at how much those who have held the office of President appreciated beer. As a matter of fact, beer was considered safer than water when the Pilgrims arrived, and they landed where they did because they were running out of beer. Starting with our founding [...]

New Year's Events 2013 for the Albany + Capital Area

Bryen — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:03:48 +0000

When Do You Decorate Your House For Christmas? [POLL]

Sean McMaster — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:28:50 +0000

I don't know about you but I have already seen the Christmas lights up on various houses around my neighborhood. I am not even close to even thinking about putting my tree up! If you are like me though, you also start to feel a little tinge of guilt every time you see someone else has gotten their decorations up first.

My Mother In Law Controls Thanksgiving – Daily Dilemma

Sean McMaster — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 11:27:26 +0000

Here is Today’s Daily Dilemma: My husband and I got married three years ago, and we spend every other Thanksgiving at his parents’ house.They’re very nice people, but when it comes to cooking his mom is a little bit of a control freak. I’m a great cook, and I’ve offered to help her multiple times, [...]

Labor Day In The Albany Area – What Is Open And What Is Closed?

Bryen — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 20:23:52 +0000

Labor Day this year is on Monday, September 3rd. Looking for something to do, or just want to see what’s going to be open? Check out our full list of what’s open on Labor Day in Albany below. Banks: Closed. Drive-In Movie Theaters: First film starts at 8P Jumpin’ Jacks Drive In: 11A – 930P Hannaford Supermarket: [...]

Tuesday May 15 Is National Chocolate Chip Day

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Mon, 14 May 2012 23:03:08 +0000

I love hearing about these unusual holidays – National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day. The first thing that I thought of were chocolate chip cookies. There’s nothing like fresh, home made chocolate chip cookies. Nestle’ Toll House Cookies are a wonderful thing. I think that most of us Albany area love Freihofer’s Chocolate chip cookies. I [...]

Memorial Day In The Albany Area – What Is Open And What Is Closed?

Bryen — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 02:49:32 +0000

Memorial Day this year is on Monday, May 28th. Looking for something to do, or just want to see what’s going to be open? Check out our full list of what’s open on Memorial Day in Albany below. Banks: Closed. Drive-In Movie Theaters: First film starts at 8P Jumpin’ Jacks Drive In: 11A – 930P Hannaford Supermarket: [...]

Lou's Five Favorite Christmas Movies And TV Shows [VIDEOS] [PHOTO]

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:34:12 +0000

There are certain things I like to watch every year for Christmas. In general, there really aren’t too many tv shows or movies that I want to stop whatever I’m doing and take time to watch, but this list of my favorites are the ones I will take time out and make sure I see [...]

A Guide To Holiday Tipping [AUDIO]

Sean McMaster — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:12:39 +0000

Today on the air we talked about holiday tipping. How much are you supposed to give to your babysitter or your mailperson? I never even know who I'm supposed to tip in the first place. In my opinion, I think on both accounts you gotta go with your gut. If you think the person deserves a little something extra on the holidays, do it, if you don't, don't beat yourself up about it.

Gift Card Or Real Gift – Sean And Richie Poll

Richie Phillips — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:59:31 +0000

It's a simple question. Shouldn't take long to take this very scientific Sean and Richie Poll. Since I'm conducting it, maybe we can call it the 'Lou Hairless Poll'. We had the debate in the studio between songs about giving gift cards versus a 'real gift', you know a tangible item. We talked about this recently as part of our Daily Dilemma even. Someone once told us that gift cards were for junkies but that's a whole other story. Take the poll after the jump.

Five Passive Aggressive Christmas Gifts [AUDIO]

Levack — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:50:23 +0000

Yesterday on the Sean & Richie Show we talked about five presents to get for people you really don't like and why they were somewhat insulting. So if you're looking for the gift for that special someone you want to hit with a crow bar here you go.

Pennies From Heaven 2011

Today's Country 107.7 GNA — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 19:25:32 +0000

Today’s Country 1077 ‘GNA presents our annual Pennies from Heaven fundraising campaign. It’s because of the generosity of our listeners that we are able to help out 11 local children’s charities during the holiday season. ‘GNA will be collecting money from now until Sunday, December 18th. You can drop off your donation at any local Hannaford Supermarket, Trustco Bank, Rensselaer Honda or any ‘GNA event.

Should I Let My 18 Year Old Daughter And Her Boyfriend Sleep In The Same Room? – Daily Dilemma [AUDIO]

Sean McMaster — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:49:26 +0000

This is another one of my favorite dilemmas, the topic was great and even better the callers were funny. I’m not sure where you will fall on the issue but I do know whichever way you go, you probably feel pretty strongly about it. The holidays always bring with them great joy and great dilemmas. [...]

10 America-Themed Songs for the Fourth of July

Jordan Breindel — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 22:00:45 +0000

American popular music has been around since before America even declared its independence. ‘Yankee Doodle,’ anyone? That classic was sung by Colonial American soldiers as early as The French and Indian War.

Since then, our country has established one of the richest musical traditions in the world. Many songs even deal with America itself, from ‘God Bless America’ to ‘God Bless the USA.’

Here’s a list of 10 to add to your Fourth of July playlist.

Sunny Sweeney And Jake Thomas Have Something In Common [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:16:14 +0000

Before you ask the question, I will answer it. No, we were never married. LOL! Sunny Sweeney is a star on the rise in country music and one of the stars you will enjoy live at WGNA’s Countryfest 2011 on July 9th at the Altamont Fairgrounds. Sunny is a great singer as you will hear [...]

Your Responsibily During National Flag Week

John Stanley — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 16:20:34 +0000

You may know that this Tuesday, June 14, is Flag Day. There are several Flag Day events in our area to commemorate the day. But did you know that you have been asked to help out with the salute? On Friday, President Obama issued a Presidential Proclamation declaring this week National Flag Week. This is a [...]

Best Places to Take Dad on Father's Day in Albany – Our Top Five

Bryen — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 13:46:47 +0000

It’s pretty obvious that father’s Day is a much bigger challenge than Mother’s Day when it comes to figuring out where to take dad and what to get him. Mom’s are great at letting you know what they want and like to do while dads always tell you they don’t want anything, or to go [...]

St. Patrick's Day, Just an Excuse for Idiots to Party

Sean McMaster — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 13:56:29 +0000

Here we go again. St. Patrick’s Day. Sure it also signifies the beginning of Spring. Sure there are parades and plenty O’ adult watering holes opening early with plenty of drink specials all day. But that doesn’t mean you have to do it. You don’t have to be that jolly Irish Idiot. It doesn’t matter [...]

Your Groundhog's Day True False Test

Richie Phillips — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 13:29:03 +0000

Don’t you hate True False tests? I like making them up, but hate taking them! Hope YOU like taking them–otherwize this was a total waste of a perfectly good blog…1. According to the National Climate Center–that little rodent is only right 72% of the time. T or F ? 2. In Alaska, [...]