Conor

Conor Walsh hosts Keepin' Company w/ Conor weekends on 92.7/96.9 WRRV, and In Touch, Townsquare Media of the Hudson Valley's Award-Winning Public Affairs and Issues Series. Born and raised in Poughkeepsie, Conor earned his bachelor's degree in Music Industry at the College of Saint Rose in Albany. He has been offering his talents to Townsquare since 2021, and prior to that, interned for Exit 97.7/106.1 WEXT in Troy, New York. Off the air, he is a singer, songwriter, producer, and actor. Outside of work, Conor loves cooking, hiking, concert-going, going to the movies, and all things Star Wars and superheroes.

Famous “Upstate” New York Movie Theatre Receives Grant for $50,000

Since 1972, Upstate Films has screened 6,000+ different titles to an estimated 2.5 million viewers. Now, Upstate Films gets to grow, just as well as its viewers, with a generous new grant.

Dutchess County, New York Comes Alive in the Fall!

This week on In Touch, we have Melaine Rottkamp from Dutchess Tourism Inc. It’s hard to believe that summer is nearly over, but the fall is when the Hudson Valley truly shines! Melaine and I go into all the autumn attractions for you to explore in Dutchess County!

The John Ritter Foundation: Saving Lives 20 Years After Actor’s Death

We are shedding a spotlight on The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health. We speak with his wife and fellow actor Amy Yasbeck along with medical-surgical nurse Tonka Williams. September 15th - 21st is Aortic Dissection Awareness Week. The John Ritter Foundation was established to prevent unnecessary suffering caused by aortic dissection, which claimed the life of beloved actor John Ritter over 20 years ago.

Hudson Valley Parents, Are You Now Empty-Nesters?

Empty nest syndrome effects millions of parents each year around August and September. Luckily, the Hudson Valley has a number of programs to help cope.

Explore this Haunted Scottish Inn in New York

The Brae Loch Inn is said to be haunted by the souls of young children, a ghostly chambermaid, a pirate, and more. Can you last a night?

Leo Sawikin Hopes to Find “The Answer” at Daryl’s House in New York

Today we are shedding a spotlight on New York City musician Leo Sawikin. He is excited to be playing at Daryl's House on Sunday, September 22nd. We talk about his latest releases and how working with Seattle producer Phil Ek has helped to unlock his latest sound.

Ulster County is the Number One Destination for Halloween Lovers

This week on In Touch, we speak with Lisa Berger, Director of Ulster County Tourism & Office for Film. Ulster County is not a vacation. It is a destination for discovery. Lisa and I discuss how you can get lost on purpose in this beautiful, historic and soulful area in the heart of the Hudson Valley. We talk about how we are on the borderline between summer and fall, and how people can enjoy both seasons from hiking, festival season in September, the Haunted History Trail, New York's top-rated haunted attraction - The Headless Horseman Hayride, and much more!

Explore Former Funeral Home Turned Psychic Academy in New York

Come tour an 1882 Victorian Funeral Home on the Haunted History Trail of New York! Stay overnight in this haunted house with access to the entire lower level.

7000+ Hand-Carved Jack-o-Lanterns Light Up Westchester, New York

The Great Jack O' Lantern Blaze at Van Cortlandt Manor celebrates its 20th anniversary in the Hudson Valley starting Friday the 13th, September 13th and goes through November 17th.

Stay a Night in New York’s Most Haunted Hotel

Just because you rent a room at the Shanley doesn't mean you'll be staying the night. Are you brave enough to stay there during Spooky Season this year?