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.
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Documentary Filmed In The Hudson Valley Features World-Class Musicians
We are shedding some light on musician and host of the highly-acclaimed show Home From Here, John Burton. Not just that, but John is the creator of The Lifted Project, a documentary being shot in the Hudson Valley that is connecting the arts with local organizations, and "lifting" groups such as Hudson River Housing, Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth, Hudson Valley Animal Rescue, and Kidney4Clark. John and I talk about the song "We Won't Be Broken," which is at the center of the documentary, and how it has been a transformative time for him and all the individuals involved. We also discuss how John has used Home From Here to be a platform for both music and mental health.
New York Charity Turned Crisis Into Mighty Mental Health Crusade
This week on In Touch, we speak with Donna Thomas of James’s Warr;ors. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we talk about how Donna uses her platform to spread mental health awareness to schools and the community. Donna recounts her story losing her son James, and how she is using her story to save lives.
Women-Owned Hudson Valley Company Scores New York State Recognition
A public relations and marketing firm based in New York’s Hudson Valley region has been named the Women-Owned Small Business of the Year for 2024.
Hudson Valley Actress Shines In Latest Film, ‘Queen Of Knives’
Golden Globe nominated actress and Hudson, NY resident Mel Harris, known for roles in ABC's 'Thirtysomething,' NBC's 'Something So Right,' and Hulu's 'Shut Eye,' gives us an exclusive interview on her latest film 'Queen of Knives."
Tour the X-Mansion Brought to Life in Westchester County, New York [PICS]
X-Men '97 fans can stay in an official recreation of the animated X-Mansion in New Castle, New York.
How to Get Involved in PTSD Awareness in Warwick, New York
Nourish Your Mind, which provides mental health and mind-body nutrition services in the Hudson Valley, is welcoming registrants and sponsors for its non-profit’s inaugural Trot for Trauma, a five-kilometer charity run/walk on Saturday, June 1, 2024 to benefit mental health.
Incredible World Record is Sitting in One New York Backyard
The state of New York holds the record for the shortest international bridge in the world... or at least, half of the record.
All Hudson Valley Beatles Fans Must Visit This Hyde Park Street
To celebrate the sons of The Beatles releasing a song together, plus the special anniversaries of A Hard Day's Night and Abbey Road, there is one place in the Hudson Valley that is a must-stop visit for any diehard Beatles fan!
Dutchess County is in Desperate Need For Formal Health Aids
This week on In Touch, we speak with Jennifer Perris from AtYourHome LLC, a concierge home healthcare company that provides at home help for the elderly as well as acute medical emergency and needs assistance. Jennifer and I talk about the difference between formal and informal caregiving, and the landscape of the medical field in the Hudson Valley post-pandemic.
Car Cruise Returns to Hyde Park, NY Earlier Than Previous Years
The Hyde Park Summer Night Car Cruise returns this May and is promising to offer plenty of summer fun with hot rods, hot food, hot music and more to help beat the hot weather.