WYJB-FM (Cohoes, NY)

WYJB, known as "B95.5," is a radio station that plays adult contemporary music, with a bit of a focus on Hot AC. It is based in Albany, New York, and caters to listeners in the Capital District and nearby regions, including the Adirondacks. The station is operated by Pamal Broadcasting and transmits at an effective radiated power (ERP) of 12 kilowatts from its antenna located in the Helderberg Mountains in New Scotland.

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#1348448

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#318874

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#4659

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BREAKING: Trishna Begam Leaving News 10 After Nearly 13 Years

4 days ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

After more than a decade anchoring the evening news at News 10 ABC, Trishna Begam is stepping away from the anchor desk this July. A journalist for over 16 years, Begam spent nearly 13 of those years in Albany, calling News10 her “home away from home.”In a heartfelt farewell, Begam reflected on the privilege of telling local stories and serving the Capital Region. “Being a reporter is like having a backstage pass to the human experience,” she wrote.
Legendary Saratoga BBQ Closed for Good? Here's What We Know

4 days ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

If you’ve driven by PJ’s Bar-B-QSA lately and wondered why it’s still dark, you’re not alone. The Saratoga staple, known for its regional barbecue and roadside charm, has yet to reopen for the 2025 season — and people are starting to talk. So what's cooking? Steve Barnes from the Times Union did a little investigating. The restaurant closed last October with a note saying it would return after winter.
Everything to Know for Belmont Stakes Week in Saratoga

5 days ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

June 4–8, 2025 | Saratoga Race CourseThe Belmont Stakes Racing Festival arrives in Saratoga with five days of world-class racing, live music, and community events. Here's your day-by-day guide: Free 'I Love NY-Breds' hat giveaway (first 10,000 fans) Six $200K stakes for NY-breds Beverly R.
Creed Guitarist Mark Tremonti to Headline the Belmont in Saratoga

6 days ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

The 2025 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival will welcome guitar god Mark Tremonti as the headlining entertainer. Held at Saratoga Race Course from June 4–8, the festival will feature Tremonti on Belmont Stakes Day, Saturday, June 7. Tremonti, known for his work with Creed and Alter Bridge, will perform orchestral sets with his band and close with a rendition of “New York, New York” before the $2 million Belmont Stakes.
High in the High Peaks: Adirondack Hikers Mistake Trip for Tragedy

1 week ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

Two hikers in the Adirondacks had a wild trip — in more ways than one — when they called 911 from Cascade Mountain, convinced their friend had died. Thankfully, it was just the mushrooms talking. According to the Department of Environmental Conservation, the hikers had taken hallucinogenic mushrooms and became disoriented while hiking the popular High Peaks trail in North Elba. They told a summit steward they were lost and that their hiking partner was dead. Spoiler alert: he wasn’t.
Score SPAC Tickets with No Fees This Saturday Only

1 week ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

The SPAC box office is open for the season, and you can score tickets without any added fees this Saturday, May 31st, from 10 AM to 2 PM. This in-person offer is available only at the Route 50 box office and while supplies last. Lawn 4-packs are not included.
Albany Man Breaks Into Apartment, Eats Snacks, Takes Bath - Claims It’s All His

1 week ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

Kenneth Radley is headed to prison after admitting he broke into an Albany apartment last summer and settled in like it was his own Airbnb — minus the reservation. The break-in happened last August on Lake Avenue, where Radley not only helped himself to the resident’s fridge but also took a relaxing bath and changed into his clothes. When the actual tenant returned home around 5 p.m., he found Radley dressed in his black tank top, gray sweatpants, and white Adidas sneakers.
Billy Joel Cancels All Upcoming Shows Due to Brain Issue

2 weeks ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

Billy Joel has canceled all 17 of his upcoming concerts in the U.S., Canada, and England after being diagnosed with a condition called Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). This brain condition causes problems with balance, vision, memory, and thinking. His team says recent shows made his symptoms worse, and doctors have told him to stop performing while he goes through physical therapy. “I’m really sorry to disappoint everyone,” Joel said.
[VIDEO] CBS6 Anchor Goes Into Labor On-Air, Keeps Going

2 weeks ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

It was anything but a typical morning at CBS6 Albany. Anchor Olivia Jaquith went into labor while co-anchoring Wednesday’s morning newscast—and chose to stay on-air through contractions. Jaquith texted her co-anchor Julia Dunn around 4:30 a.m. to share that her water had broken. Dunn expected Olivia to head to the hospital, but instead, Jaquith arrived at the station ready to anchor the show. “This isn’t April Fools. Olivia’s water broke.
New YouTube Series Spotlights Saratoga County Sheriff’s Recruits

3 weeks ago | b95.com | Terry O'Donnell

A new YouTube series titled “Do You Have What It Takes?” is giving viewers an inside look at the challenges faced by recruits training to become Saratoga County Sheriff’s deputies. The series takes you behind the scenes to follow each recruit’s journey—highlighting the physical, mental, and emotional demands of law enforcement training. Created by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, the show aims to give the public a better understanding of what it takes to serve and protect the community.