The New York State Broadcasters Association has revealed the addition of five new inductees into its Hall of Fame. The quintet of Empire State radio and television honorees will be inducted at a ceremony to take place on October 26 at the Rainbow Room inside 30 Rockefeller Plaza in the City of New York.
At the NYSBA’s annual luncheon, the following individuals will be inducted:
- Angie Martinez – WWPR-FM “Power 105.1” in New York (air personality)
- Irv “Mr. G” Gikofsky – WPIX-11 in New York (weather forecaster)
- Craig Stevens Harris – WCDO-AM & FM in Sidney, N.Y. (Station Manager)
- Dan Cummings — WSYR-9 in Syracuse (Anchor/Reporter-retired)
- Bob Matthews — WHAM-AM 1180 in Rochester (Sports Commentator)
Regarding the class of 2023, New York State Broadcasters Association President David Donovan said, “The Hall of Fame Class of 2023 represents the finest in our broadcasters in New York. Each inductee represents a lifetime of achievement serving their profession, community and our nation. We are honored to have them join the Hall of Fame.”
The New York State Broadcasters Hall of Fame is located at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University.
Tickets for the luncheon are available for purchase at https://www.nysbroadcasters.org/event-details-registration/broadcast-leadership-hall-of-fame-luncheon-1
