Eric Hopkins has worked in radio for over 20 years, including stops in Colorado, New York City, Connecticut, and Hudson Valley, NY. He currently hosts mid-days on 101.5 WPDH in the Mid-Hudson Valley area of New York, and 107.7 WRKR in Kalamazoo/Battle Creek southwest Michigan. He moved to New York after previously living in Houston, Texas, and a number of other states across the country. He has been an on-air personality, including a four-and-a-half-year stint on TownSquare Media's national syndication platform for Classic Rock. Hopkins also once served as Production Director, and is well versed in editing and audio. He loves to cover a variety of topics such as; sports, beer, dogs, weather and astronomy, to offbeat topics and even the paranormal.
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Another Vehicle Slams Into Amish Buggy in New York State, Causing Injuries
Just a little over a month after a vehicle collided with a horse-drawn carriage in New York state, another crash has sent two Amish residents to the hospital with critical injuries, says officials.
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Remnants of Hurricane Beryl Brings Tornado Outbreak to New York State
Beryl's remains were being felt across parts of the Northeast, including New York state.
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Hudson Valley Lakes Shut Down Over Algae Blooms
Some residents in parts of the Hudson Valley had been complaining of a natural gas smell emanating from some of the area lakes over the past week.
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New York State Police Arrest Alleged Drunk Wrong-Way Driver on Route 17
This is some scary stuff.
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What Is This Giant Insect Found Across New York State? [PICS]
While their appearance may be alarming to some, are they really anything to worry about?
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Are Balloon Releases Still Legal in New York State?
Are Balloon Releases Still Legal in New York State?
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Retail Company From New York State Once Again Voted One Of the Best Places to Work
Building a strong business isn't always just about meeting goals and numbers. You can't build a profit without a good group of capable people surrounding you.
![New York State Police Say Crash Claimed the Life of Another Motorcyclist](http://townsquare.media/site/705/files/2024/06/attachment-RS47739_IMG_20211029_161830-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New York State Police Say Crash Claimed the Life of Another Motorcyclist
New York State Police say a Hudson Valley man is dead after a crash at the intersection of a state route Saturday evening.
![Meteor Shower With “Glowing Ionized Trails” to be Seen Above New York State](http://townsquare.media/site/705/files/2024/06/attachment-51695pre_943da3b6c62d4da.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Meteor Shower With “Glowing Ionized Trails” to be Seen Above New York State
We're entering the time of year some refer to as meteor season.
![New York State Police Say Motorcyclist Died Near Thruway Interchange](http://townsquare.media/site/705/files/2024/06/attachment-9288pre_2fd676506f834bd.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New York State Police Say Motorcyclist Died Near Thruway Interchange
Sadly, the man succumbed to his injuries at the scene, says offcials.