Hey! I’m the new guy and while I might be new to living and working in Binghamton, I visited a bunch of times during my college years (went to school down the road in Wilkes-Barre). My radio career started in Philadelphia doing stunts and weird voices (go Birds!). After Philly, I moved to Western New York, and now I’m excited to join the Binghamton community. I love cooking and watching cooking shows and consider myself “the crock-pot king.” My biggest hobby is Netflix. Yes, that is a hobby. I also love reading menus and trying new food. On the weekend you’ll find me walking around aimlessly, listening to stories from patrons at local bars, or shopping at Aldi and Wegmans. I have a love affair with both stores. Some of my favorite artists include Kenny Chesney, Maren Morris, Midland, and Josh Turner.
Jay Franiak
Tim Tebow Won’t Start this Baseball Season in Binghamton
Tebowmania took Binghamton and Broome County by storm this past summer, and now the hysteria will travel north.
GoFundMe Created for Two Girls Injured in Binghamton Crash
Originally reported WBNG, two teenage girls were seriously injured following a crash in Binghamton on Monday. A GoFundMe has now been set-up to offset medical costs.
Upstate NY Teenager Amazes American Idol Judges
Could the next American Idol winner come from New York State? According to Lionel Ritchie, Luke Bryan, and Katy Perry it could happen.
Baseball Legend Jose Canseco Coming to Apalachin
Baseball legend Jose Canseco will be stopping by Waterman's Distillery for a meet and greet and more in April.
Win Chris Young, Chris Janson, and Dylan Scott Tix All Week Long
Chris Young is bringing his "Raised on Country" Tour to The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton on June 21 and 98.1 The Hawk wants to send you!
Smoking Age May Go From 18 to 21 In New York State
You need to be 21 years old to partake in alcohol, and you soon may need to be the same age to smoke.
Family Dollar Announces Massive Closings
The "Retail Apocalypse" is continuing to run rampant, and Family Dollar will be its latest casualty.
Three Upstate NY Cities in Top 25 of St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
The roots of St. Patrick's Day Parades aren't actually in Ireland, they are right here in the U.S. Three Upstate New York Cities have ranked among "2019’s Best Cities for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations."
Heinz Not Stopping at ‘Mayochup’ by Adding Two New Mashups
People have been mixing there favorite condiments with mayo for decades for wings, dips, spreads. But the people at Heinz have taken it to a new level.
See Oscar Winning and Nominated Movies for Under $5
The movies can be very expensive, and not everyone can afford to see Oscar-worthy films. Cinema Saver in Endicott is changing that this week!
New York’s Largest Indoor Water Park Announces Opening Date
A brand new indoor water park will be opening in March 2019 in New York State. It will be the largest of it's kind in the state. See what to expect and the fun to be had here and exactly when YOU can check it out.
Victoria’s Secret, JC Penney, Gap to Close Hundreds of Stores
The continuance of brick and mortar shopping destinations closing has now crossed over to some of the countries top retailers.
Win Luke Bryan Tickets with Jay
Luke Bryan is bringing his 'Sunset Repeat' tour to Bethel Woods Center for the Arts on September 12 and 98.1 The Hawk wants to send you!
‘Big Brother’ Casting Call Coming to Tioga Downs
CBS will be holding a casting call for 'Big Brother' in March. Find all the info and application form here.