An advertisement on one of the Norwich radio stations caught Jim Sargent’s ear some 25 years ago. It was for a part-time evening worker. He didn’t really know what he’d do or what training he needed. He had a degree from Syracuse University, had taught music for over a decade and knew that he loved to listen to the radio. The station’s general manager took the application and hired Sargent on the spot. He started as a production assistant for commercials. He changed the music reels at night, a task was phased out with computers. He even had a live evening show on the Chenango County’s most powerful station, WKXZ. He’s been a vital station resource since he started and is now the Norwich news director, reporting on everything from Hillary Clinton’s visit in 1999 to the floods of 2006 and 2011.
Jim Sargent
New Berlin Woman Arrested on Narcotics Charges
On May 15th, the Chenango County Sheriff's Office executed a "no knock" search warrant at a residence on State Highway 8 in South New Berlin.
City of Norwich Seeks Public Comments on Elevator Project
The City of Norwich expects to apply for funding through the Community Development Block Grant program to assist the Chenango County Historical Museum in installing an elevator.
Sixty New Jobs for Chenango County
One of Chenango County’s largest employers is hiring another 60 employees.
Norwich Gun Burglary Suspect Tried and Sentenced
25-year-old Brandy Bousson of Norwich pleaded guilty in Chenango County Court on Monday to 3rd degree burglary, a class D felony.
NY Senate Votes for Legalization of Mixed Martial Arts
The state senate voted 44-16 Tuesday in favor of legalization of professional mixed martial arts.
Rep. Hanna Attempts to Block Proposed New Regulations
U.S. Representative Richard Hanna is attempting to block the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers from expanding federal regulations that could negatively impact local farmers.
Senator Seward Honors Local Senior Citizens
State Senator James Seward recently congratulated New York state's top seniors citizens as part of the New York State Office for the Aging 2014 Senior Citizen's Day Celebration.
Astorino States His Views in Chenango County
During his visit to Chenango County last week, Republican candidate for governor, Rob Astorino, spoke of the changes he feels need to be made in New York’s economic climate to keep our citizens from moving to another state.
Rep. Richard Hanna to Visit Oxford Today
Republican U.S. Representative Richard Hanna will visit Marshman Farms LLC in Oxford later this morning.
Family of Three Arrested for Hartwick Armed Robbery
A family of three accused of the December armed robbery at the Pit Top convenience store in Hartwick have been located in Volusia County, Florida.