Morning drive in Manhattan and a general manager’s chair in Binghamton now share a room in the Hall of Fame. The New York State Broadcasters Association inducted seven honorees from the state’s largest and smallest markets during a Thursday ceremony.
Held at the Rainbow Room in New York City, the event honored the Class of 2026:
- Sid Rosenberg, 77WABC (WABC-AM), New York City
- Dan Miner, WCKM, WCQL, WWSC, and WDKM, Glens Falls
- Pete Cloutier, WCKM, Glens Falls
- Bill Ritter, WABC-TV, New York City
- Rosanna Scotto, FOX 5 (WNYW-TV), New York City
- Chuck Samuels, WHAM-TV, Rochester
- Bob Krummenacker, WBNG-TV, Binghamton
NYSBA President and Executive Director Heidi Raphael stated, “This class represents everything that makes New York broadcasting extraordinary. From the biggest stage in America to the outstanding communities of Rochester, Glens Falls and Binghamton, these seven individuals have earned the trust of their audiences every single day. It was an honor to celebrate them for their incredible careers.”
NYSBA Chair Chris Musial added, “On behalf of the NYSBA Board of Directors, congratulations to the Class of 2026. Each of these honorees has spent a career earning the trust of New Yorkers, on the air and in the community. Their dedication strengthens every station in this state, and we are proud to welcome them into the Hall of Fame.”
