I'm a born and raised New Yorker; lived in Pelham for my first 6 years, and Somers for the past 21 years. Music has always been a passion of mine: singing, music videos, creating playlists for friends/family/co-workers, and of course listen to the radio. I was a News Director and On-Air Personality (Jess squared and DJ Poppins) at Western Connecticut State University's radio station (WXCI), but still do their social media while mentoring students. When I graduated college, I interned for i95 and Kicks 1055 for a year and got hired as a board operator, receptionist, Road Crew Member to cool promotion events, and now write these blogs! I'll provide you the latest about music, local events, and fun things in my daily life.
Jessica Catena
See How a Danbury Hotel Was Transformed Into a Wondrous ‘Night at the North Pole’
Special guests included reindeer, elves, Frosty the Snowman, Cindy Lou Who with The Grinch, and even Santa Claus!
Did You Take A Photo With Santa at Danbury’s ‘A Night at the North Pole?’
See the Gallery photos from kids meeting Santa at Night at the North Pole. They were acting silly, and letting the "Big Guy" know what gifts they'd like for Christmas.
Somers High School Tuskers Are Champions in Soccer, Steller in Other Sports
Congratulations Somers High School's Athletic Department on your achievements this season.
Students in Danbury Cover the State Polls With WCSU’s ‘Election Connection’
Students majoring in Communications will be broadcasting live state election coverage this year.
10 Local Halloween Parades for Kids in CT and NY
Halloween is just around the corner, and Trick or Treating creates some of the best memories in any childhood.
Should the Plum Brook Road Bridge in Somers Be Rebuilt?
Officials have recently discussed that Plum Brook Road Bridge in Somers, NY may be rebuilt and become commutable once again.
WCSU May Lower Tuition for Some New York Residents
Western Connecticut State University recently discussed the possibility to offer lower tuition for Lower Hudson Valley residents.
Alternate Routes to Avoid I-84 Construction Traffic [MAP]
Here are our favorite detours to avoid I-84 construction traffic.
Movies, TV Shows That Take Place in Connecticut
Some of America's favorite television shows and movies have taken place in the "Constitution State." Here's our list of movies and TV shows that were filmed in or take place in Connecticut.
You Know You’re From Somers When …
As summer starts, I remember how excited I would be to get my yearbook every June. It was fun to see what the Yearbook Clubs published from the school year, and of course get signatures from my friends, classmates, and teachers.