Randy Gorbman
Randy Gorbman is WXXI's Director of News and Public Affairs. Randy manages the day-to-day operations of WXXI News on radio, television, and online.
Randy has over 30 years of broadcast news experience, and was recently news director at WHAM-AM in Rochester. Randy has also been news director, writer, announcer, and producer at radio stations in several cities in New York and Connecticut, as well as working as an editor at the NBC Radio Network. He served as past president of the New York State Associated Press Broadcasters' Association, and is currently a member of its Board of Directors.
Randy has also taught journalism to local students, serving as adjunct instructor at SUNY Geneseo and Monroe Community College.
Randy received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, and his Master's degree in Liberal Arts from SUNY Empire State College.
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There’s a push by a number of agencies in Oneida and Herkimer counties to get state legislation in place to better coordinate the response to incidents of domestic violence. -
A recent Utica University graduate has launched 'Namnu,' a new financial app developed with local incubator support to help small businesses track expenses and increase profitability. -
On Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6, they’ll be competing in a variety of sports, including basketball, powerlifting, swimming, tennis, track and field and volleyball. -
Picente's State of the County speech looks at new investments in housing, youth and veteran servicesOneida County Executive Anthony Picente is tying the nation’s 250th anniversary to goals he’s established in a number of areas, including housing and youth mental health. -
Finding ways to keep both patients and staff safe in healthcare settings was the focus of a conference held at Turning Stone Resort Casino on Thursday. -
Oneida County has filled the newly-created position of Animal Cruelty Coordinator. It’s part of an effort to better handle cases of animal cruelty and neglect. -
Tourism professionals from around New York state gathered recently in Oneida County to compare notes and find out ways they can boost the economy in their regions. -
New York’s Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner said on Thursday he knows there are still some glitches to be worked out with a recent major technology upgrade. -
Tuesday was World Quantum Day, which aims to promote public awareness of quantum science and technology. -
New York State Police and corrections officials are investigating an incident that sickened three corrections officers and two members of the National Guard on Sunday.
