We’ve interviewed a lot of comedians on the show. I rocked the 1970s-era mustache for far too long. You'll see all the posts for that time period. Al Torres Photography Show More Show Less 2 of 22 Courtesy Show More Show Less 3 … 19. By Kristi Gustafson Barlette on October 19, 2020 at 7:00 AM. You'll never believe what happened to me when I was a five-year-old, where I work part-time, my two unusual allergies, and more. 15. 7. 18. You'll also learn the story behind my middle name, Victoria, and a talent of mine many aren't aware of. Browse previous blog posts by month and year of entry. 1. 10. I got married at 20. I DO remember the Patriots cheerleaders. I don’t remember having Matt Lauer on the team. "I've broadcasted live from the Nasdaq in New York City and interviewed the founder of … Tom Koch: 20 things you don't know about me After a two-year hiatus from TV, Melton joined the news team at CW39 in October 2018. I did a story for WNYT on organ donation last year. I also like reading and writing. 6. 1. I can’t believe it’s legal. One has a big job in Washington and is wrapping up his MBA. July 9, 2019 Updated: July 9, 2019 8:11 a.m. Facebook Twitter Email. We do the Feast of the Seven Fishes every year. You can follow DeVito, who is today’s 20 things, on Twitter. Custer joined the radio station in May of 1984. 50 Things You Don’t Know About Me (and would do just fine in life never knowing) 1. 14. I never intended to stay anywhere for 36-plus years, but I’m so glad I did. Over the years, he’s served as a news anchor, reporter, news director, programer and the on-air partner (for 20 years) of NYS Broadcasters Hall of Famer Don Weeks. Keep reading for the scoop! My mom, her four siblings and my sister. My sister got her wedding dress at Kleinfeld and it was the best experience! 20 things you don’t know about me: Mercedes Williams, Spectrum News reporter ... Twitter and Instagram — is today’s 20 things. I am a Red Sox and Patriots fan living in Yankees and Giants country. I met my some of my best friends in Albany all because my mom told me to get out and go join a kickball league when I moved here. Six people in my family have had kidney transplants. I’ve performed one ceremony. Kelly and I have rarely had any arguments over our 10 years on the air together. “I’d much rather be going to bed at 2:45 a.m. than getting up at 2:45 a.m. (as I have been now for many years).”. One of my biggest thrills in this business was playing a charity basketball game while working in Providence Rhode Island with Boston Bruins legend Bobby Orr. When she’s not working, DeVito loves hanging out with her family and friends, playing with her nieces, walking in The Crossings or spending “too much money on holiday decorations at Target.”. Most people think my name is … What's trending in your life, and in mine. Print; 0; More; Emily De Vito is … 21. The mere mention of “Dippin’ Dots” can send me into a blind rage. Machine Gun Kelly: 25 Things You Don’t Know About Me (‘I Once Hooked Up With Someone in the Back of a Cop Car’) By Sophie Dweck. We always stay in West Dennis. I actually don’t have a throne yet. 2. 20 things you don’t know about me: Chuck Custer, WGY. 20… I also contradict myself sometimes. 10. Inspired by this post from Ashley and US magazine, here are 25 things you might not know about me:. But it has definitely shaped who I am today. 16. I was on the debate team for 4 years in high school but I still can’t win an argument against my wife. DeVito has covered everything from breaking news, various elections and human interest stories over the years. You can follow Boncie, who is today's 20 things, on Facebook. I am so proud of the great job her parents are doing with her. Became a mom at 22. She joined NewsChannel 13 in September 2017, starting as a producer. I love squirrels. You'll see all the posts for that time period. We’re down to one dog now and he doesn’t shed. I have a very long fuse and rarely, if ever, raise my voice in anger. Real life is way more interesting. I am in the background of an episode of ‘Say Yes to the Dress’ on TLC. My first 4 years in the radio business I worked in five cities/four states (Massachusetts, New York, West Virginia, Rhode Island and back to New York). It got stuck in a fence at my aunt and uncles in Long Island. 17. I’m also what you might call a selective perfectionist, but not the kind that beats himself up … Emily De Vito is a general assignment reporter at WNYT. My family’s favorite vacation spot growing up and to this day is Cape Cod. Lady Gaga is my favorite artist. 20 things you don't know about me: Emily DeVito 20 things you don't know about me: Emily DeVito; 20 things you don't know about me: Rayn Boncie 20 things you don't know about me: Rayn Boncie I did not have the gift. I’m the youngest of four. 9. 20 things you don’t know about me: Leanne DeRosa. I love animals, but my wife is a certified animal nut. I had a horrendous bob haircut when I was about 10 and I’ll never go back (It was NOT a pretty sight) 20 things you don’t know about me: Emily DeVito. Earlier this month Custer announced he’ll be retiring on December 18. I worked at the Saratoga Race Course one summer. I know the resemblance is unbelievable (ha). Hope you will enjoy this video. Being the youngest meant being held over the banister and pranked on … a lot. I thought I was mature. I have 7 birthmarks all over my body. ... (Try some nitro cold brew if you haven’t yet!) 11. My grandpa ran a food stand called Saratoga Chicken. I stood up to get something just before the news conference began and my leg or foot got caught on a bunch of mic cords and loudly, knocked 10-15 mics on the floor. And I also see this as “my work,” albeit a definite labor of love. I was in a big conference room awaiting a news conference by then-Governor Jay Rockefeller. 20. My obsession started sometime in elementary/middle school. It was early on and quickly resolved. 20 things you don’t know about me: Havidán Rodríguez, UAlbany president 20 things you don’t know about me: Kevin Rush from 99.5 The River 20 things you don’t know about me… I’ve been to two of her concerts and have dressed as her for Halloween. Maybe my most embarrassing moment in the business came when I was covering the Capitol in Charleston, West Virginia in the early 1980s. Marcy de Luna, Houston Chronicle. Nov. 9, ... Twitter and Instagram - is today's 20 things… My favorite food is Italian. When Hayley at Winging It With Boys tagged me in to do a 20 Things You Didn’t Know About Me post I jumped at the chance and although I started off on a roll I kind of struggled towards the end. 2. Email kbarlette@timesunion.com. Red Sox and Patriots fan living in Yankees and Giants country and dressed! 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