Jess Tyler

I am the music director, brand manager and mid-day host of WOKQ. I was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, and now reside in Dover, New Hampshire. I love the area. It’s beautiful and reminds me of my home in western Massachusetts. I was the Western Massachusetts Spelling Bee Champion in 7th grade (I peaked at 12). I also once split my pants open while riding my horse in a jumping competition (and I won “best in show.”)

4 Tips for Your Pets If They Go Play Outside in the New England Snow

Well, another major snowfall is here, and between occupying the kids, figuring out how to get to work AND shoveling, we can’t forget our pets!

Prized Sports Memorabilia For Sale After Boston Bar Closes

The pandemic certainly hasn't been kind to small businesses this year, and The Fours in Boston is no exception.

Rare Blue Shark Spotted in Marsh on the Cape

You never know what you're going to see in nature these days. It is 2020 so it really could be anything!

Major Sports Franchise May Be Coming To New England

Another major sports franchise could be on their way to New England!

Even the Signs in Dover Are ‘Over It’ for 2020

Pretty much every conversation I have these days starts with "How are you hanging in there?" and ends with "I'm so over it".

NH Frontline Health Care Workers Eligible For $300 Stipend Again

Some good news for frontline health care workers in New Hampshire. The $300 stipend will be reactivated until the end of the year.

These Seacoast Businesses Offering Full Thanksgiving Meals To-Go

It looks like this Thanksgiving is going to be another compromise for most people.

MA Restaurant Waitstaff Gets $700 Tip From Loyal Customer

Let's face it. Waiting tables is hard work. I did it all through my twenties and it's definitely not an easy gig.

Earthquake Rattles Massachusetts and Rhode Island Sunday Morning

If you were cruising through Twitter this weekend, you may have seen the hashtag "MassEarthquake" and "Massquake" pop up a lot.

Stephen King Series Set in MA Cancelled By Hulu

Well, it's that time of year when television executives decide which shows are on the chopping block. Unfortunately, one of those shows is a Stephen King series which has been filming in Orange, MA. I go through this town most weekends when I go to visit my son...

The Rack Giving 2nd Chances To Women In Recovery on The Seacoast

The Rack in Dover, NH is doing their part to help with a second chance for women in recovery or transitional situations.

Gloucester Teens Reel in a Whale of a 10-Foot Tuna

Well, three fishermen from Gloucester, MA have a very legitimate fishing tale to tell!

NH Fish & Game Welcome Their Newest Adorable 4-Legged Member

New Hampshire Fish and Game have a new member and he's pretty darn cute!

Hike These Two MA Trails Named Best In America

Two Massachusetts trails have made the list of Conde Nast best to hike in America!

See The Headless Horseman Who’s Riding Around Concord, Ma

There is a headless horseman who is riding his bike through the streets of Concord, Ma playing his guitar!

Manchester, NH, Makes ‘Best Places to Retire’ List

Manchester, NH made the list of Best Places To Retire from U.S. News and World Report!