An avid fan of the New York Mets and New York Giants, I love to play golf (I stink at it tho), but I care much less about my hobbies since becoming a father in 2015. See a smile on my face? I'm probably thinking about spending time with my son. My radio career began as a board operator. An ability to provide an objective voice has led to many opportunities with Utica's first radio station. I've worked as a news reporter, news director and now Brand Manager of WIBX 950 Utica, Rome. Catch me each weekday morning on WIBX First News with Keeler in the Morning, or find me on YouTube breaking down the evolution of America's 'big four sports.' I should mention I also watch the Knicks, I'd say I'm a fan, but they don't usually give you anything to root for!
Jeff Monaski
Picente on Cuomo’s Ventilator Order: ‘Not The Way It Should Be Done’
A second Oneida County resident has died from COVID-19. Plus, Picente expresses frustration with Cuomo's plan to take upstate ventilators.
COVID-19 Vaccine? University of Pittsburgh Scientists Think They Have It
We've heard it could take 12 to 18 months to find a COVID-19 vaccine, but Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh think they might have it.
SUNY Poly Using 3D Printers To Make Face Shields For Medical Workers
The around the clock operation is based on a design from a team SUNY New Paltz; The New Paltz team is then assemblying and distributing the face shields.
13 More Test Positive in Oneida County, Raising Total to 68
Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente said the number of positive cases continue to grow in Oneida County. “The virus is out there and the precautions we put in place need to be adhered to,” Picente said. There were a total of 15 cases that tested positive in the county…
Oneida County Upto 55 COVID-19 Cases; New Restrictions in Place
Picente is issuing an order closing all county campsites closed, to include no permitting or activity through July 1, he said.
Social Distancing Inspires ‘The Drive-By Birthday Party’
It's incredible how quickly we adapt. Throw up your hurdles, we'll find a way.
Motorist Snaps Photo of Tractor Trailer Roll Over on NYS Thruway
A motorist commuting from Utica to Syracuse on the New York State Thruway around 7:30am snapped this photo of a tractor trailer on its side...
NY State Goes on PAUSE Sunday Night – What Does It Mean?
An explanation of NY State's PAUSE (which takes effect Sunday 8pm) and the full list of what are considered essential services in New York State.
Oneida County Updates COVID-19 Test Numbers
Oneida County has 244 residents under a mandatory quarentine and so far there have been five positive tests for COVID-19, county officials said on Friday afternoon.
As of 3:00pm Friday, Oneida County had:
328 residents tested
5 positive for COVID-19
244 under mandatory quarentine
49 negative test results
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As of 3:00pm Friday, Oneida County had:
328 residents tested
5 positive for COVID-19
244 under mandatory quarentine
49 negative test results
…
How Long Does Coronavirus Live on Surfaces? Longer Than You Think
Should you be cleaning and wiping down surfaces in public places, or your home, to stop the spread of coronavirus? Yes, and often.