Hey there! It's me, Brian. Since you're here, let me tell you a little about myself. I was born and raised in Albany and currently live there with my girlfriend Samantha and our two cute little doggies named Biggie and Tiny. Adding to the nuthouse is my son Brody who is growing up incredibly fast, but getting more and more talented, funny, and handsome by the day. I feel very lucky to be able to spend time with you in the morning making you laugh, making you think, and sometimes even making you a little angry. But man, it's a privilege to do the show each and every day with Chrissy. I enjoy writing and talking about all things sports, wildlife, Capital Region nostalgia, interesting local people, and any and all of the quirky things I observe while living in the 518. E-Mail: brian@wgna.com
Brian
Family Can’t Relax Till Hubby Gets the Vax
Ashley in Clifton Park writes:
My husband refuses to get the vaccine and while it never presented itself as a problem before it's becoming one now. We want to travel and do things as a family, and I really want him to get up to speed with the rest of us.
I'm fully vaccinated as are our two daughters…
My husband refuses to get the vaccine and while it never presented itself as a problem before it's becoming one now. We want to travel and do things as a family, and I really want him to get up to speed with the rest of us.
I'm fully vaccinated as are our two daughters…
Great Escape Retires Nostalgic 80’s Attraction
Some people who have already been to the Great Escape in Lake George this spring have snapped photos of this nostalgic attraction, hoping to preserve a childhood memory. Right now it just looks as if it's "temporarily closed," but this oldie but goodie is permanently ret…
From Donuts to Dinner, Albany Initiative to ‘Split Your Bill’ on Tuesday
Split the Bill NY, set up to encourage New Yorkers to frequent more restaurants and eat takeout, has worked wonders throughout the state. The successful program has bounced around throughout the state during the pandemic generating over $320,000 in revenue for restaurants that have participated.
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Lip Smackin’ Rensselaer Burger Voted Top 4 in New York
This might just be one of the best looking pub burgers I've ever seen. Check out that cheese as it oozes down those enormous strips of candied bacon, blanketing the sirloin, chuck and porterhouse beef, all the while held together by that toasty, buttery brioche roll.
This local burger made it all t…
This local burger made it all t…
NYS DEC: Kill and Report This Threat to Syrup, Apples and Beer
Maple syrup, apples, and beer - yes beer - could be compromised if an invasive pest finds it way onto more trees and plants throughout New York State, including the Capital Region.
The NYS DEC recently warned New Yorkers about the seasonal return of the Spotted lanternfly (SLF) which is an invasive p…
The NYS DEC recently warned New Yorkers about the seasonal return of the Spotted lanternfly (SLF) which is an invasive p…
Saratoga County Cumby’s Sold 60K Take 5 Ticket
The Capital Region has had our fair share of big payout Take 5 winners in recent months, and another jackpot winner popped on Thursday night and it was sold in Saratoga County. So check your Take 5 lottery ticket, you might be be sitting on some pretty serious money right now, and not even know it…
Cardona’s Buys Roma, Expanding to Latham and Saratoga
A family-owned Italian import store that has been a mainstay in Albany for over 75 years just announced a massive expansion deal that sources say will not only triple their size, but will also bring them into Latham and Saratoga Springs.
FGL Drive-In Concert Coming to 5 Area Big Screens
On June 12th, Encore Drive-In Nights will feature Florida Georgia Line with Special Guests Nelly and Chase Rice in this never-seen-before concert. The show will be featured for one night only and will play on hundreds of big screens across the country, including 5 ri…
Bird’s-Eye View of Albany Landmark Not What You’d Eggspect
I've lived in Albany my whole life, and until recently I had never seen a bird's-eye view of The Egg at the Empire State Plaza in downtown Albany. I honestly have no clue what kind of late-night rabbit hole I dove into, but when I came up for air, I knew more about The Egg's history than I ever nee…
Still Unsure About Pandemic Weddings or Parties? Please Read This First
For much of the last 16 months we've grown accustomed to the daily disappointment of mandates that prevented us from doing the things we loved. We barely ate at restaurants, concerts were canceled, movie theatres shut down, ballparks emptied, family gatherings put on hold and weddings postponed. S…
She Rejected His Proposal, Now What?
Darryl in West Sand Lake
Hey guys looking for a little advice here. Quick back story: My girlfriend and I had been dating for 3 years when back in February I asked her to marry me.
Luckily for me- and thanks to the pandemic - I proposed to her inside my apartment and not out in public. Because she …
Hey guys looking for a little advice here. Quick back story: My girlfriend and I had been dating for 3 years when back in February I asked her to marry me.
Luckily for me- and thanks to the pandemic - I proposed to her inside my apartment and not out in public. Because she …
Colonie Police: Man in 20’s Shot Dead Before Crashing Into Motel
Several sources are reporting that a male in his 20's was shot and killed while driving during the overnight into Tuesday morning. Colonie Police are ruling the death a homicide and believe the man inside the car attempted to flee the scene but lost control of the vehicle and crashe…