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Creative Snow Sculptures – Man Watches A Snow TV

Kevin Richards — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:07:21 +0000

When our first winter storm arrived in 2012, we asked WGNA listeners to submit creative snow sculptures. We had no idea that we could keep the feature going the first week of Spring, but here it is! Thanks to our last day of Winter and first day of Spring snow storm, here’s a fun snowy [...]

Ice Fishing Ends Friday

Kevin Richards — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 13:55:36 +0000

Daylight Savings Time is here, we’ve seen temperatures approach 50, and Spring arrives on March 20, 2103. This is all great news, unless you like to ice fish. If you’re one of those people that’s still brave enough to get on the ice to fish, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reminds you that this Friday [...]

We Found Nemo! [MEME]

Bryen — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 20:59:36 +0000

While we aren’t fans of naming winter storms, we also find the choice of Nemo for a storm to be almost as silly as naming them in the first place. Like most of the internet, we decided to have some fun with this and created our own meme – especially after we found Nemo. Have [...]

Albany School Closings and Weather Information

Bryen — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 03:23:32 +0000

Have you heard we're getting a storm? We haven't had much winter in the past two years so any storm delivering any amount of snowfall gets people all excited. We're expecting a pretty big storm though and many schools decided to close ahead of the storm. Our list of closings is continually updated as is our real time weather.

Hey Weather Channel: Stop Naming Winter Storms – It's Stupid

Bryen — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:36:37 +0000

Using the word stupid isn’t always polite and should be reserved for special occasions and The Weather Channel trying to name winter storms is a perfect example of when to use the word stupid. I understand why they’re doing it – it’s a gimmick to get people to tune in to their cable channel and check out their web [...]

Cold Weather Can Change Your Tire Pressure

Richie Phillips — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 11:31:28 +0000

Are you getting that annoying light on your dashboard telling you that something’s not right with your tires? You better pay attention to those Firestones of yours! Here are some tips. Why are your tires flatter in winter? Cold air causes the air inside your tires to contract which will actually reduce the tire pressure. [...]

Tips For Protecting Dogs and Cats From The Cold

Kevin Richards — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:02:59 +0000

Temperatures are in the single digits and we want to be sure that dogs and cats are protected from the cold. If you see a pet outside for too long, please be their voice and keep them safe and alive during these dangerously low conditions. If you see an animal left outside in the cold, [...]

Creative Snow Sculptures – Snow Turtle

Kevin Richards — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 14:53:33 +0000

We’ve landed another creative snow sculpture from another talented WGNA listener. Teresa describes her son Ian as a little scientist. Proud of his creative snowy creation, she says “My son finds it exciting to read the National Audubon Society field guide books. He studies Minerals and Rocks, Fish Species, and Bugs and Insects. Today my [...]

Creative Snow Sculptures – The First Snowman

Kevin Richards — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 16:19:51 +0000

After posting a picture of the giant Snow Puppy, several listeners have submitted their own snow sculptures. (Hey, we have to do something to get through these cold snowy months!) Jennifer of Clifton Park submitted this photo of her children Ethan and Kaitlyn who were very proud of their very first snow sculpture. We aren’t [...]

Will We Have a White Christmas in the Albany + Capital District Area?

Bryen — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:00:52 +0000

Are you dreaming of a White Christmas? The Bing Crosby song is timeless and also says a lot to so many people. When I was living in Phoenix, AZ and flew back to Albany for the Christmas holiday, all I wanted was a white Christmas. Regardless of if you live here or not, many people want to have some snow on the ground. So - will we have a white Christmas in 2012? We've been doing some research and we think we are ready to make a guess!

Snor'eastercane: Could Albany See a Hurricane + Nor'easter for Halloween?

Bryen — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 19:24:22 +0000

So how does this happen? Bascially the hurricane comes up the coast and merges with a potent Arctic cold front over near the Great Lakes and then BAM - several inches of show with perhaps tropical storm winds. There could also be flooding along the coast of NYC and New England. In short, if this happens we will have a huge mess on our hands.

How Come No One Plows The Side Roads In Niskayuna? [AUDIO]

Richie Phillips — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 12:01:09 +0000

Really? Roads completely unplowed in a major town like Niskayuna? I realize I drive in rather early, but I don’t get it. I could go on here, but I’d rather sing my complaint, if you don’t mind in commemoration of the first winter snowstorm of the season. There’s a great country song out there right now [...]

This Weather is Nuts – I Miss The Snow

Jake Thomas — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 21:11:29 +0000

Am I the only one that enjoys driving in snow? It is actually something I take a lot of pride in. When I see the white stuff flying, I get excited because I get to exercise my mad skills behind the wheel up and down the Northway. This winter I haven’t had much to get [...]

Snowstorm Photos from Around the Albany NY + Capital Region Area

Bryen — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:00:30 +0000

Everyone has a ton of snow storm photos in the Albany NY area. We always gets more than our fair share of snow storms (most winters), and we can never see enough great photos of snow. If you ski or board, it's heaven for you - or if you have children in your life, it's a great joy to watch them playing in the snow. Check out our photo gallery of snow photos!

Climate Changing for Upstate New York

GNA — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:42:14 +0000

We should prepare ourselves for hotter summers, snowier winters, severe floods, and a range of other effects. Tropical Storms Irene and Lee are believed to be signs of a climate change for upstate New York. A new report put out Wednesday was written by 50 scientists and released by New York’s energy research agency and looked at all [...]

Americans Are Divided on Flu Shots — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:14:57 +0000

With flu season upon us, 46 percent of Americans have received a flu shot, whereas 47 percent said they have not and will not. According to the same survey of 1,032 adults by Poll Position, 62 percent of those over 65 have already gone for the shot, as opposed to the 29 percent who won’t be getting one [...]

GNA First Flakes Contest

Townsquare Promotions — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:04:19 +0000

First Flakes is coming back soon...

October 2011 Winter Storm Information On Closings, Power Outages, and Road Conditions

Bryen — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 21:12:29 +0000

We should be used to winter storms but it’s a pretty big shock to the Albany area when they strike in October. Because of the nature of this storm and the time of year (still plenty of leaves on the trees) we may see widespread closings and power outages. This storm is expected to bring [...]

Winter Storm On The Way – Way Too Early [AUDIO FORECAST]

Jake Thomas — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 21:40:49 +0000

When I looked at News 10 -ABC and WGNA chief meteorologist Steve Caporizzo’s forecast I thought it was a bad joke. I’m sad to report that it is not. With the cold temperatures and a lot of moisture heading our way the two will collide and a lot of snow is going to fall here in [...]

Kids Playing In The Snow? Where? Here!

Richie Phillips — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 15:34:50 +0000

Not trying to beat this “Snowmegeddon Winter” subject into the ground, but I have to ask you one more question that bugs the heck out of me, and then I’ll leave this alone for awhile–promise! I have looked–in my own neighborhood and casually as I drive around the area, and it just boggles my mind. [...]