WGNA Morning Show Co-host for 23 years. Former high school Social Studies teacher who traded blackboard for a keyboard. Has been resident rhymer ever since. Co-recipient of 2000 CMA Award for Best Morning Show and NYS Broadcasters Awards for same. Two time winner of New York State Broadcasters Award for "Reading, Writing, and Rhyming" school program.
Richie Phillips
A Proud Parent Moment: My Son’s Graduation From Plattsburgh State University
Has anyone out there experienced this moment - seeing your child walk up onto that stage and receive his college diploma? Are you able to write about it without welling up and slobbering all over your computer keyboard? Well if you can, then you're a better man than I.
Small Town Tour Photos from Mechanicville
Our third stop on the spring leg of the Small Town Tour presented by Fidelis Care was at Bubble's in Mechanicville. If you're a local you already know it's a great family owned restaurant that has been here since the late 1950s. We have been made to feel very welcome here and we hope you'll swing by and see us. They are offering a special breakfast deal for $1.07 - get it? Like 107.7. Check out so
Mechanicville’s the Next Stop On Small Town Tour. You’re Invited!
We've been having an absolute blast on the Small Town Tour, brought to you by our partners, Fidelis Care. We're definitely making the rounds, and Mechanicville is the next whistle stop.
Things You Should Never Do In Your Office Cubicle
We have many, many cubicles here at Townsquare Media. When you walk by them, you have no choice but see everyone's activities - although 'round here, we have some hard workin' professionals, so no need to give them the list of "no no's". But as a public service for any of you who need it....
American Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing When Woman Refuses To Stop Singing
Hey, you can't blame her. Whitney Houston songs were great, and fun to sing along to, but not at the top of your lungs on an American Airlines flight. What was she thinking?
Meet the TreadDesk, ABC To Stream Live TV, and Quick Computer Tip -Tech Talk
The ABC Network is about to do something very cool online with live streaming, but don't cancel your cable subscription quite yet. Plus, do you have alot of junk on your computer screen that you'd like to wipe off quickly? I've got a quick tip for ya!
An Amazing 6 Year Old With Autism Plays and Sings Billy Joel’s Piano Man [VIDEO]
I find autism a fascinating "condition". Or is it? Some think of it as a deficiency of some sort. When you see this video, it might just change your mind.
What’s YOUR Most Embarrassing Junior Or Senior Prom Story?
This is Andrew and his prom date at Holy Cross School. They had a great time and everything went smoothly, according to Andrew's grandma Jeanmarie Vollmer. There are others, however who have had pretty embarrassing stories to tell
Teacher Faith Perry From Mohonasen School Takes A Stand Against Bullying In A Very Creative Way
Her name is Faith Perry. She is an alternative education teacher at Mohonasen school. If this story doesn't make you think twice about dissing today's teachers, nothing will.
Astronaut Chris Hatfield’s Brand New Music Video From Space – A First! [VIDEO]
Have you seen this? Absolutely awesome. A singing, guitar playing astronaut! I can't remember seeing anything like THIS before, can you?
Richie’s Terrible Mother’s Day Fail – Bad Flower Arrangement Choice [AUDIO]
Hell, I ain't scared. I'll admit my mistakes - even publicly in this article. I made a pretty major Mother's Day mistake and it caused an outburst of laughter at a local Hewitt's. Here's my "fail"
Congratulations To The New Albany Tulip Queen – Kate Bender
The Albany Tulip Festival is a great tradition in this area. We thought it was definitely a priority to congratulation the new queen, Kate Bender