Choose your location
WZOZ 103.1
These Presidents And First Ladies Were Born in Upstate New York
A number of U.S. presidents have been born in the Empire State. As have their First Ladies. In this gallery we look at the small handful of them who can claim Upstate New York as their birthplaces. Here, we meet the only president who did not employ English as a...
10 Wacky Packages Cards From the ’70s That You Won’t Believe Existed
If you were a young fan of Mad Magazine's absurdist sometimes controversial humor in the '70s, then no doubt you were also a collector of Wacky Packages, the spoofs of common household products that seemed to live in the same universe. What Were Wacky Packages?. Wacky Packages were TOPPS collectible...
We Need To Have a Talk About The Debate, Oneonta, New York
You know, one of the oldest debates within the culinary world, the one surrounding whether or not a burrito is a sandwich. Forget elections and party politics, this is an argument that is vital to our future as a leading culinary nation! Alas, I digress and defer to the chef from California...
Remembering the 2006 Otsego County, New York Floods
The great floods of June 2006 will always be a memory for me. Though I nor my family had any damage to life, limb, or home, it'll always stick in my mind. I'd never seen anything like it before or since. At the time, I was working in an office...
Rock’s 20 Best Four-Single Runs
There are plenty of musicians out there who have made a very good living after releasing just one hit single. But as Norman Greenbaum or Dexy's Midnight Runners can tell you, it's pretty hard to string together two, three or especially four. Many of the artists below have track records...
There’s a Shrek Uber Surprising Tipsy Late-Night Riders
Anything that happens beyond 2 a.m. can seem like a fever dream after a late night of drinking at the bar. One rather unique Uber vehicle has some passengers questioning not how they got home, but WHAT exactly drove them there. How To Find The Shrek Uber. Most of my...
Uncovering the Symbolism of Rooster Weathervanes in New York
Peer through the window the next time you go on any type of road trip in New York and you'll likely spot at least a few weathervanes (actual name is Weathercock) and more times than not, you'll notice a rooster sitting on top of those weathervanes. Why are roosters the...
Why Pete Townshend Never Liked the ‘Quadrophenia’ Movie
Pete Townshend says he’d never been happy with the 1979 movie version of Quadrophenia. The Who guitarist explained that was one of the reasons why he’d developed a ballet version of the storyline, which was first exposed via the 1973 album. “I was never happy with the film,”...
Phil X Struggled With Impostor Syndrome After Joining Bon Jovi
Bon Jovi guitarist Phil X discussed his struggle with impostor syndrome after replacing Richie Sambora in the band. The Canadian guitarist, once a member of Triumph, stood in for Sambora for a few shows in 2011. Jon Bon Jovi called him back when Sambora suddenly quit the band two years later. X has been in place ever since, becoming an official member in 2016.
Super Heroes Humane Society Pet of the Week – London
Meet the Super Heroes Humane Society Pet of the Week – her name is London. She is available now for adoption from SHHS in Oneonta. Super Heroes meet London! London is a gorgeous girl who can start off slightly shy but loves to give little nibbles of affection. She came from a home with several other cats, and seems to be accepting of all animals and people alike. London is fixed, microchipped, and vaccinated! Contact SHHS to meet this lovely lady today!
Top 15 ’80s Aerosmith Songs
Tracking Aerosmith's career trajectory from the beginning to the end of the '80s reveals one of the most remarkable comebacks in rock history. The band was washed-up and left for dead at the turn of the decade, with Joe Perry having quit in 1979 and Brad Whitford following suit in 1981. Drugs and dysfunction had hobbled the one-mighty rockers, and they watched their album sales plummet as a new crop of bands rose up to usurp them.
Would You Pay A Fart Tax In Central New York?
In Denmark, the toots of cows and pigs are set to be taxed starting in 2030. You read that right! A tax on toots. According to Danish Taxation Minister Jeppe Bruus, the goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70% from 1990 levels by the time 2030 rolls around. Cows and pigs emit methane, which is a gas that contributes to global warming. According to the U.N. Environment program, livestock are to blame for 32% of methane emitted due to human causes.
Bill Wyman Announces New Album, ‘Drive My Car’
Bill Wyman has announced the release of a new album. Drive My Car marks his first album in nine years and the ninth solo album by the Rolling Stones' former bassist. The album, which is due on Aug. 9, features 10 songs, with two additional tracks on the CD and digital versions. In addition to covers of Bob Dylan's "Thunder on the Mountain," Taj Mahal's "Light Rain" and John Prine's "Ain't Hurtin' Nobody," Drive My Car includes five songs written or cowritten by Wyman.
Pete Townshend Recalls ‘Criminal’ Managers Stealing From the Who
Pete Townshend said the Who didn’t make money from most of their albums as a result of theft by their managers, especially during their first eight years of making records. The guitarist also recalled one of his final meetings with Jimi Hendrix, when they talked about being the victims of illegal activities.
How Aerosmith’s ‘Head First’ Became the First Music Download
When Aerosmith released "Head First" as a free digital download on June 27, 1994, the fledgling technology team at the band's label, Geffen, just wanted to prove that it could be done. But it was an important moment in the developing landscape of the World Wide Web which ultimately helped...
20 Years Later: The Search for Craig Frear in Upstate New York
During the summer of 2004, a young man vanished into thin air from a sleepy river town in Upstate New York and his family is still seeking answers about what happened to him. This is a personal story for me because the unresolved disappearance of Craig Frear happened in my hometown. Craig was just one grade ahead of my little sister in school and vanished about two blocks from where I grew up.
Illness Forces Neil Young to Take ‘Big Unplanned Break’ From Tour
Neil Young and Crazy Horse announced a “big unplanned break” and indefinitely postponed the remaining dates of their Love Earth tour. The move came after the band had to call off a show in Chicago on May 23, a few hours before it was to begin. Two more concerts were called off later that week, with illness given as the reason.
Free Boat Rentals Available During NYS Free Fishing Weekend in Broome County
Calling all fishing enthusiasts! Broome County Parks is offering a special treat this weekend in celebration of New York State's Free Fishing Weekend on June 29-30. Visitors to Nathaniel Cole Park, Dorchester Park, and Greenwood Park can enjoy free hour-long boat rentals when they bring their own fishing poles. As...
WZOZ 103.1
14K+
Posts
19M+
Views
WZOZ 103.1 plays the best classic hits music and delivers the latest local news, information and features for Oneonta, New York. Live and local on-air, online and through our free mobile app.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.