Brian

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

DEC Rescues Cub, Its Head Shackled In Bucket for Weeks
Bear sightings seem to be the norm these days throughout the Capital Region, and while it's always wise to keep a safe distance, our natural curiosity makes it impossible to veer away.   Bears are curious creatures too, and in the hunt for food, they sometimes get themselves into some…
Police: Cohoes Man Stalked, Harrassed Teen in Walmart Parking Lot
Police say a 15-year-old girl was in the parking lot of the Walmart on Hoosick Street when a man started following her while yelling sexually explicit things in her direction.  The underrage girl was uncomfortable and unnerved, and told him multiple times to stop, but he wouldn't relent.
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Area Oddities: Why is a Car On Top of this Amsterdam Smokestack?
I was in Amsterdam a few weeks ago for a Make a Wish event and in typical "Brian fashion," I may have gotten a  bit lost trying to find the spot that my girlfriend Samantha and I needed to be.  In fairness, there are literally a thousand detours in the city currently and trying to get to w…
We’ve Had So Much Rain in The Capital Region…
Many people in our area have said that the weather has been making them depressed lately and I believe it.  There's not much better than summer in the Capital Region and because of Covid, we didn’t really have one last year. The season is short enough and when days feel lik…
Cock-a-Doodle New: Malta’s Ugly Rooster is Now Open
The Ugly Rooster; Mechanicville's cozy, comfortable, cafe has finally opened their second location.  I guess they needed to expand after feeling a bit...cooped up with just one spot.
Nestled in the heart of Mechanicville, The Ugly Rooster Cafe is beloved by locals and out-of-town travelers …
Garth Tells GNA What Jersey He Won’t Wear at Gillette Stadium
Garth Brooks is excited and you can hear it in his voice, or at least we thought so when he surprisingly called into the WGNA morning show on Friday morning.    When he makes his way to the northeast and performs live at Gillette Stadium on Saturday, October 9th it will be his first show i…
Fulton County Man Goes On Day-Long, $13K Stealing Spree
Police say a Fulton County man was arrested on Tuesday afternoon following a nearly 24 hour stealing spree in which the man accused is responsible for robbing at least two places, bagging a total of $13,000 in the process.
The first of the two thefts according to police happened at a Gloversville lau…
Yankee Doodle Danny: Columbia HS Standout Living Out Boyhood Dream
It's impossible to imagine what goes through the mind of a young and talented ballplayer on the brink of being selected in the MLB Draft by the team he grew up rooting for.  At this stage of a young athlete's life, it's a dream come true to be selected by any team that wants you, let alone the most …
Albany Police Want Help Identifying Bank Robber
It always amazing to me that people think they can rob a bank and get away with it.  With cell phones and high def cameras virtually everywhere, my thinking is that while the robber might sneak away with cash, they won't have it for too long before he or she gets caught.
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Top of the Heap: Albany Ranked #1 Place to Live in New York
In a recent survey by U.S. News and World Report, Albany ranked as the #1 place to live in New York in a poll "intended to help readers make the most informed decision when choosing where to settle down."
Albany, Really? 
For all the eye-rolls and raised eyebrows that a post like this will l…
Shock and Awesome: Check Out This Hummer Golf Cart For Sale in E. Greenbush
A North Greenbush man is selling a golf cart that every single golfer you know needs to own or wishes they could.  This thing is a BEAST.
Imagine the looks you'll get on the course (the stuffier the place the better) when the other members at the country club see you roll up in this $9,000 bright yel…

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