Cj McIntyre

Poughkeepsie

Morning Show Host, Townsquare Media at WKXP-FM (Poughkeepsie, NY)

Writer at Hudson Valley Post

Morning show WRWD 107.3

Articles

Dolly Parton Twins Bridge in Upstate New York

6 days ago | hudsonvalleypost.com | Cj McIntyre

Have you ever seen this bridge before in Upstate New York? Apparently, it has a few unique names, including one that celebrates the queen of country music!Almost all of us have spent a few minutes (hours) aimlessly scrolling through social media, peeking at pictures of friends, and watching videos of the most random things. Yes, we've all done it, and if you aren't careful, time can get away from you, but sometimes an aimless scroll session can result in discovering something new.
New Speed Limit Signs Popping Up Across the Hudson Valley

1 week ago | hudsonvalleypost.com | Cj McIntyre

Have you noticed that there are more of these digital speed limit signs on roads in the Hudson Valley? Most drivers who drive the same route day after day in the Hudson Valley are well aware that when something new is installed on a road they drive on, they will eventually notice it. It might not happen right away, but sooner or later, most drivers will recognize something new. That's what happened to me the other day while I was driving to work through the Town of Poughkeepsie, NY.
Teen Arrested After Getting Stuck Inside Former New York Prison

1 week ago | danburycountry.com | Cj McIntyre

A 19-year-old has been arrested after he snuck into a former prison and got stuck inside a cell in Fishkill, New York. An interesting case of instant karma unfolded late Saturday night at the Downstate Correctional Facility when the New York State Police (NYSP) and local first responders had to rescue a teenager after he allegedly snuck into the prison and got stuck inside a jail cell.
Correction Officers File Lawsuit Against New York State

2 weeks ago | danburycountry.com | Cj McIntyre

Nineteen former correction officers have filed a federal class-action lawsuit accusing New York State of firing them during their legally protected medical and family leave. 2025 has been an extremely tough year for correction officers across New York State. It started back in February when many state-employed correction officers refused to report to work until New York officials began to address various issues, including staffing shortages, forced overtime, and safety.
New Concert Series Starting in the Town of Wappinger

3 weeks ago | danburycountry.com | Cj McIntyre

Bands from all over the Hudson Valley and beyond are preparing for the Summer Concert Series in Wappinger, New York. It's official!! The folks in the Town of Wappinger, NY, are ready to kick off summer with a concert series featuring various types of music on the main stage every week starting in June.
Best Places to Live in New York

1 month ago | hudsonvalleycountry.com | Cj McIntyre

Four Hudson Valley places have made this year's list of the best places to live in New York State. Every year, the folks at U.S. News & World Report release their yearly ranking of the best places to live across the nation. This year, they selected 250 major cities to try and identify which cities are the best to live in based on various factors, including that each place had to have good value, be a desirable place to live, have a strong job market, and have a high quality of life.
The First Speeding Ticket Ever Issued Was in New York?

1 month ago | hudsonvalleypost.com | Cj McIntyre

Was the first speeding ticket ever issued in the U.S. issued to a New York driver? If you've ever been on the receiving end of a speeding ticket, you already know that not only can it be an emotionally filled experience, but it can be extremely costly. First Speeding Ticket Issued in New YorkIt's almost impossible to say how many speeding tickets law enforcement issue each day across New York State, but the number has to be in the thousands.
Upstate New York Chocolate Shop Nominated as 'Best" in the Nation

1 month ago | hudsonvalleycountry.com | Cj McIntyre

A popular Upstate New York chocolate shop has been nominated as one of the 10 Best Chocolate Shops in the U.S.We can all agree that when we aren't having the best day, there are a few things that we can do, or more importantly, eat to turn a bad day around. Some folks like to grab an ice cream cone, a cookie, or cake from their favorite bakery, but honestly, I think there is only one food item that can turn any day, good or bad, into a great one.
Corrections Officer Smuggled Cell Phones Into Hudson Valley Prison

1 month ago | danburycountry.com | Cj McIntyre

A 28-year-old corrections officer was busted smuggling cell phones into Eastern Correctional Facility in Napanoch, New York. If you or someone you know has spent any time in prison/jail, you know that there are certain things that an inmate loses once they are sentenced to serve their time.
Massive Black Bear Causing Havoc in a Hudson Valley Neighborhood

1 month ago | hudsonvalleypost.com | Cj McIntyre

Residents are worried about a "300-pound" black bear that's been seen roaming around town. If you lived in the Hudson Valley for a while, you are well aware that we live in a part of the country where it's not uncommon to see various types of wildlife roaming around outside. We have a huge population of deer, raccoons, skunks, foxes, bears, and more, so folks shouldn't be surprised if they see them in their neighborhoods, right?