At age 3 my parents moved the family from Brooklyn to the City of Newburgh thinking it would be safer place for my brother and I to grew up. That may have not turned out to be true (lol) but I'm proud of my Newburgh upbringing and believe it helped me become the person I am today! For the past 13 years, I’ve been covering local news and sports in the Tri-state Area for a host of companies, including MLB and CBS. I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I probably spend too much time at the gym and watching T.V./Sports. Some favorite shows include Lost, Breaking Bad, The Wire, Friday Night Lights, Seinfeld, and Survivor! (Watched since season 1) For a few years, I was the Sports Director for Cablevision News covering Hudson Valley sports. Each night, I was on-air anchoring while delivering probably too many "regrettable" pop culture references. After spending time commuting to NYC or Albany, I’m happy to be working again in the Hudson Valley. Each morning you can hear me on 101.5 WPDH delivering the top and trending stories of the day.
Bobby Welber
5 New 9/11 Bills Signed Into Law in New York
The bills are expected to help and support New Yorkers "whose lives were transformed on that terrible day."
‘New Normal’ Starts Today In New York, New COVID Rules Issued
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced new COVID rules and proudly proclaimed "a new normal starts today."
‘Climate Change’ Blamed For Fires Burning Across Hudson Valley
"Climate change" is to blame for a number of fires that are burning across the Hudson Valley. That's according to New York's top lawmaker.
Potential Tragedy: 3 Pulled From Lake In Catskills After Drowning
A peaceful Sunday at a popular lake in the Hudson Valley turned to tragedy.
‘Tropical Tiki Bar’ Opening in ‘Heart’ Of Hudson Valley Waterfront
The wait is almost over! A highly anticipated brand-new "tropical tiki bar" will be opening in the Hudson Valley "this week."
New York State Updates COVID Guidance For Schools
New York State officials released new guidance for schools.
Hudson Valley Man With Previous DWIs Accused Of Fatal Impaired Crash in New York
An alleged impaired Hudson Valley man with "previous DWI-related incidents" was arrested after a fatal crash.
New York Schools Must Teach Students About The Holocaust
New York lawmakers are acting after a new study showed a shocking number of young adults know nothing about the Holocaust and hundreds of hate crimes have been committed against Jewish New Yorkers in 2022.
Mass Exodus: Nearly 50,000 Leave New York City For Hudson Valley
For the first time in over a decade, the Hudson Valley's population increased.
Two $1 Million Mega Millions Winning Tickets Sold in New York
There was no winner in the Mega Millions drawing Tuesday night, however, two $1 million dollar winning tickets were sold in New York State, near the Hudson Valley.
Fact Check: Is New York Sending $1,500 Rebate Checks to Residents?
With the price of gas still extremely high is New York State offering residents $1,500 relief payments?
Massive Bacon Recall In New York State
Over 185,000 pounds of bacon sold nationwide and in New York State are being recalled over "extraneous materials."
Deadly ‘Food Safety Alert’ Linked To 10 States Including New York
The CDC warns "Do not eat" this type of ice cream.
Fraud ‘Off-Duty Trooper’ Screams Racist Slurs at Newburgh Pastor
Hudson Valley officials are investigating a racist incident in Newburgh. The man incorrectly claimed to be an "off-duty trooper."
New York Approves Nation-Leading Package For More Gun Control
In the wake of mass shootings, New York State is the first state to approve new gun laws. Officials call it a nation-leading package of gun safety bills.
Everything You Need To Know About New Gun Control in New York
New York lawmakers are considering ten bills that lawmakers believe will tighten New York State's gun laws.
As COVID Soars, Possible Monkeypox Case Found In New York
Health officials are worried another contagious virus was detected in New York.
New Resources Released To Help Struggling New York Parents
New York State has announced a number of new resources to help New York families amid the nationwide baby formula shortage.
2 New York Regions Report More Move-Outs Than Most of U.S.
The Hudson Valley and another part of New York State reported the highest number of move-outs than most of the United States.
Mysterious ‘Severe’ Liver Disease Found In Healthy New York Kids
Health officials are starting to worry after potentially fatal liver issues of "unknown" origins have been detected in "previously healthy" New York children.
Abortion Rights In New York If Roe V. Wade Overturned
New York officials are reacting to a report that the Supreme Court is going to overturn Roe v. Wade.
New York State Police Charge 5 With Prostitution In Hudson Valley
A joint operation targeting alleged prostitution led to five arrests near Route 9 in the Hudson Valley.
Hochul Gives Reason For Marijuana Sales Delay in New York
It's still unclear when adults will be able to legally purchase marijuana in New York, but Gov. Hochul did a give reason for the delay.
‘Rising Tide’ of COVID Has New York Gov. Answering ‘Shut Down’ Rumors
"With new contagious subvariants circulating" New York health officials are starting to worry about the "rising tide" of new covid cases statewide.
52 New York Businesses Can Legally Grow Marijuana, Sales Soon
Sales of legal marijuana in New York State are closer than ever before.
New York Man Caught Making ‘Ghost’ Guns in Hudson Valley, PD
Police allege the man was found with gun manufacturing tools, gun parts, fully loaded magazines, pistols and more inside his Hudson Valley home.
Most New York Residents Want Major Change To State Flag
Most New Yorkers want this added to New York's state flag. Do you agree?
Highly Toxic Cancer-Causing Product Found in Hudson River, Report
Officials believe it's going to cost over $11 billion to clean up the Hudson River after cancer-causing manmade chemicals were found in the river.
‘Newly Emerged’ COVID Variants ‘Rapidly Spreading’ in New York
Top New York health officials are "alerting the public" about two new variants of COVID that are spreading rapidly in New York. Officials believe these new variants are more contagious.
New York State Approves Law That Will Save Parents Money
A new deal aims to keep your money in your pocket and could pave the way for universal child care.