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.”)
Jess Tyler
Dairy Queen Now Open in Somersworth
Good news...the Dairy Queen is now open for business on High Street in Somersworth!
So Cute: See the Baby Fawn Rescued by Merrimack, NH Firefighters
A Merrimack, NH worker got a surprise when he visited a work site for a new house and found a baby fawn trapped in the foundation of an unfinished basement.
New England’s Oldest Family Fair Cancelled
Much like the Kenny Chesney concert, I was holding out hope for the Deerfield Fair. It's the last state fair of the season, and there was hope that it could still happen.
Some Lucky Ducks In Bedford, NH
I'm a big fan of ducks. Even the name makes me smile. From Daffy Duck to Daisy Duck , Scrooge McDuck...even a Rubber Ducky.
In Memphis, they love ducks so much there's a famous duck walk every afternoon at the Peabody Hotel.
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Secret Treasure Found In The Clambake At Newick’s In Dover
For one New Hampshire Family, eating out turned into an actual "treat" when they found a pearl in their food at Newick's in Dover!
Nashua, NH Facing Lawsuit Over Face Masks
A Nashua man is now suing the city over the use of face masks.
Hampton Beach Seafood Festival Cancelled
Well,, another one bites the dust. The Hampton Beach Seafood Festival is officially cancelled due to Covid-19.
York, ME Police Accept $3 Parking Ticket Payment 42 Years Late
We've all been there. You're out for the day when you come back to find a dreaded parking ticket on your car. I once had so many that I got a boot on my car in Louisville, which was NOT a fun experience!
Kittery Outlets Open Back Up, But There’s Some New Rules
Things are finally starting to open back up after what seemed like a very long few months. If you're missing shopping, you're in luck. Kittery Premium Outlets is now back open. They had been closed since March 19th.
Dover, NH Mounted Patrol Could Be Facing Shutdown
If you live in or around Dover, chances are you've seen the gorgeous horses ridden by the mounted police. This program has been in operation for over 20 years and provides a unique approach to law enforcement as well as community relations
Spongebob Fans: Check Out This MA Man’s Nasty Patty
If you've ever watched Spongebob Squarepants then you're familiar with what a "Nasty Patty' is. It made it's debut on Season 3 of the cartoon favorite. What exactly is a "Nasty Patty"?
Saco Man & His Horse Turn Heads In Portsmouth
Gerry Scott of Saco, Maine has a beautiful Friesian horse named Hercules. For the second time in a week, Gerry has brought Hercules to Market Square in Portsmouth to put a smile on peoples' faces.
The Sunday Drive Is Back in New England: Check Out These Gorgeous Routes
Let's face it. Cabin fever has set in for most of us, but there's really no where to go. How about a drive? I feel like the Sunday drive, which we used to do a lot when i was a little kid, is coming back in a big way.
NH Restaurants That We Can’t Wait To Eat Inside At Again
I'm not sure why, but ever since we haven't been allowed to go to restaurants there are a bunch i'm craving.
Huge Jelly Fish Found On Old Orchard Beach
Imagine walking along Old Orchard Beach enjoying the scenery when you spot something a little unusual. That's what happened to Marc Bourassa, a longtime resident of Old Orchard Beach. Marc says he spotted a giant jelly fish in the Camp Ellis Bay View Area of Saco, Maine while walking along the beach.
Governor Sununu Will Reopen New Hampshire In Phases
The Governor just gave a press conference where he announced some emergency orders.