I'm the News Director at WIBX and have worked in radio in Utica since 1982 when I got my start at WRUN. I graduated from Herkimer County Community College with a degree in Radio-TV Broadcasting and I'm currently a member of the HCCC Radio-TV Advisory Committee. I love music, collecting sports memorabilia, golfing, biking and yes I'll admit it, professional wrestling. I am also an avid sports fan as well rooting for the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, Houston Astros, and Colgate University. A favorite charitable cause is The Rescue Mission of Utica, where I volunteer every Thanksgiving, and participating in the Sitrin STARS Program. In addition to my daily newscasts, you can catch me co-hostng the CNY Travel Show every Sunday morning.
Jim Rondenelli
Oneida County Tops 100 New COVID Cases For A Second Straight Day
For the second straight day, Oneida County is reporting over 100 new positive COVID-19 cases.
Governor Hochul Welcomes Afghan Evacuees To New York, 20 To Resettle In Utica
Governor Kathy Hochul is welcoming the Afghan evacuees who will be resettling in New York communities in the coming months.
Picente Urges Self-Reporting of At-Home COVID-19 Positive Test Results
With the use of home COVID-19 test kits on the rise, Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente is urging residents to self-report positive results to the county Health Department.
Celebrate Red Panda Day At The Utica Zoo
The Utica Zoo will be hosting International Red Panda Day on Saturday.
New Scam Hitting Oneida County Residents To Be Aware Of, Payment In Lieu Of Jail Time
The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of a phone scam involving the Sheriff’s Office
New Mask Requirements Will Help Protect New Yorkers From The Delta Variant
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a series of universal mask requirements to protect New Yorkers amid the rise of the COVID-19 Delta variant.
Long Island NY Woman Goes Missing During Cross Country Trip With Boyfriend
The search continues for a missing Long Island woman who went on a cross-country trip with her boyfriend.
Chobani Steps Up, Lends Helping Hand To Hurricane Ida Victims And Afghan Evacuees
Chobani is sending more than 200,000 products, including cups of yogurt, to those affected by Hurricane Ida.
This $9 Million Dollar Upstate NY Mansion On Saratoga Lake Will Make Your Jaw Drop
If you’ve ever wanted to live in a mansion, here’s your chance.
State Police: Seven People Linked To Burglaries Across Four Upstate NY Counties
State Police have now arrested seven people in connection with a crime spree spanning four different counties.