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Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Climate
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Rich Tettemer to Retire from WWLP in Massachusetts After 37 Years
WWLP anchor Rich Tettemer is retiring after 37 years at the Springfield, Massachusetts NBC affiliate. He started his career as a videotape editor at WFLA in Tampa, Florida in 1984 and went on to become a weekend sports anchor at KODE in Joplin, Missouri. Tettemer joined WWLP on Patriots Day, April 18, 1988 with the with both the Boston Marathon and the Red Sox morning game. He was named a morning anchor on October 16, 2006, after 18 and a half years on the sports desk and has been the morning news anchor for another 18 and a half years. Below, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, along with his colleagues said goodbye to Tettemer. Tettemer will be replaced by reporter Julia O'Keefe. She'll join Kaelee Collins on Monday. Last week, weather reporter Jack Wu said he was leaving the station for a job in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Business
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22News debuts 'Off the Desk' with new morning anchors
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – In addition to our new morning anchors' first official day on the desk, 22News debuts 'Off the Desk', launching on Monday on the 22News Plus App. Longtime 22News Anchor Rich Tettemer retires after 37 years 'Off the Desk' is a non-scripted, podcast-style show where morning anchors Kaelee Collins and Julia O'Keefe will talk about a range of topics in a more casual setting. Episodes of 'Off the Desk' will be available on the 22News Plus App every weekday morning at 10:00 a.m. 22News Plus offers live-streaming newscasts and video on demand of live breaking news, weather forecasts, and exclusive local programming that keeps you informed about the western Massachusetts community. Search for 22News Plus on your favorite apps: : Search for 22News Plus in the App Store app and select 'Get' to download. : Find the magnifying glass icon at the top left of your screen and search for 22News Plus. Select the app and download it. : Press your remote's home button, select Streaming Channels, then search for 22News Plus on the store and add the channel. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
22News morning anchor Rich Tettemer says goodbye with iconic ‘see ya!' to viewers
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – 22News morning anchor, Rich Tettemer, signs off for the last time with his iconic catchphrase, 'see ya!' For over three decades, viewers across western Massachusetts have welcomed Rich Tettemer into their homes with a voice of calm, credibility, and a voice of passion. On Friday, Rich anchored his last morning show as he heads into retirement. 'Thanks, everyone, for watching. You made a difference in my life, and I'm glad to be a part of yours. And any time you see me, make sure you say hello because I'm more than happy to say hi. Thank you so much for being a part of it. For one last time, have a great day, see ya!,' Rich Tettemer signs off. Longtime 22News Anchor Rich Tettemer retires after 37 years Hundreds of viewers flooded 22News on social media with comments congratulating Rich on a successful career and contribution to the western Mass. community. 'Congratulations rich been watching you for years you'll be missed enjoy your retirement you deserve it ,' said Joanne on Facebook. 'I will always remember Rich and his lovely wife coming to be the announcer at the Children's Miracle Network Cow Flop contest my wife and the Baystate Pediatric Nurses were running at the Agawam Polish Club field. We had a lot of fun guessing where the cow would 'go' and the action took a lot longer than anyone expected, so the announcing had too as well LOL,' said Tom on Facebook. 'Good luck Rich and enjoy your retirement. I know I am enjoying mine. I've watched you since you were on the sports desk and moved up to the big seat,' said Roy on Facebook. 'It was a beautiful send off! Thank Rich, for being such an important part of our community,' said Diana on Facebook. 'Congratulations on your well deserved retirement, Rich! We have watched you from the beginning…you are an extraordinary person! We will miss you… we wish you and your family all the best!,' said Paul on Facebook. 'Wishing you all the best on your new adventures. Well deserved break for sure. Enjoy ,' said Janice on Facebook. 22News morning anchor Kaelee Collins who joined the desk just recently shared the above photo on X and said, 'Today we said 'see ya' to @RichTettemer as he retires after a 37-year run at @WWLP22News. He's been a mentor & friend to so many over the years and I feel so honored I got the chance to share the desk with such a legend for even a short period of time! Enjoy sleeping in, Rich!' Also in the photo, 22News Storm Team Meteorologist Chris Bouzakis posted on X, 'A very happy retirement to the one and only Rich Tettemer who I have had the privilege of working with every morning for the past 4 years. Rich is a true professional and role model. Good luck in retirement Rich, SEE YA!' WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
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Longtime 22News Anchor Rich Tettemer retires after 37 years
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – After 37 years at 22News, our longtime 22News Anchor Rich Tettemer is retiring. Rich's career in broadcasting began back in January 1984 as a videotape editor at WFLA in Tampa, Florida. He then went on to become a Weekend Sports Anchor at KODE-TV in Joplin, Missouri. 22News' Rich Tettemer awarded Garry Brown Excellence Award night before retirement Rich joined the 22News team on April 18, 1988, which was Patriots Day with both the Boston Marathon and the Red Sox morning game, and handled the busy day smoothly. He stood with us through the glory years, covering all the unforgettable Patriots Super Bowl victories. In locker rooms, on parade routes, and in the hearts of fans, Rich captured the emotion behind every win. From Salt Lake City to Torino, he showed us the world stage at the Olympics. In 2004, an event would be what Rich calls the pinnacle of his sports career. After 86 long years, the Red Sox finally broke the curse, and Rich was right there, bringing the magic home to fans who had waited a lifetime. He was then moved to anchor the morning newscast on October 16, 2006, after 18 and a half years on the sports desk. He has been the morning news Anchor for another 18 and a half years. Year after year, through rain or shine, Rich was front and center at the Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade, hosting, celebrating, and bringing our communities together. He helped shape important conversations, moderating debates, holding candidates accountable, and always putting facts first. When the world stood still during the COVID-19 pandemic, Rich stood tall, guiding us with steady hands and trusted words when we needed them most. During his career at 22News, he was voted by the readers of the Springfield Advocate and the Valley Advocate as Best Sportscaster. Rich has also garnered 13 Associated Press awards from 1994 through 2006. Additionally, he has served as co-host of the Children's Miracle Network Telethon since 1989. He was also just awarded the Garry Brown Excellence Award. Rich will be replaced by current 22News Reporter Julia O'Keefe. Starting on Monday, Julia and 22News's Kaelee Collins will be the new morning anchor team. From all of us at 22News and around western Massachusetts, thank you, Rich Tettemer. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
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22News' Rich Tettemer awarded Gary Brown Excellence Award night before retirement
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – The Western Massachusetts Baseball Hall of Fame Committee announced the induction of its Class of 2025. 22News' Rich Tettemer reflects on a highlight career Our very own Anchor, Rich Tettemer, was honored Thursday night, as he gets ready to retire. On the eve of Rich Tettemer's retirement, the longtime anchor got to take part in the Western Massachusetts Baseball Hall of Fame, not only as MC, but as an inductee of the 2025 class. Long-time 22News Morning Anchor Rich Tettemer began his career in sports broadcasting. His passion for baseball led to many years of covering Super Bowls, Olympics, and World Series–including the 2004 historic win. Rich was awarded the Gary Brown Excellence Award at Wyckoff Country Club in Holyoke. The Western Massachusetts Baseball Hall of Fame gave recognition to his contribution to local sports since joining 22News in 1988. 'To even be named in the same sentence as Garry brown is quite an honor,' says Tettemer. The other Class of 2025 inductees included Pete Fatse. He currently serves as the hitting coach for the Boston Red Sox and is a western Massachusetts native. Fatse says, 'As long as you continue to find joy in the game, you're going to be in a good place.' Love for baseball draws those who have given so much to the sport. Rich Tettemer is retiring Friday, June 6, reflecting on his switch from sports to morning anchor in 2006. 'Look, I wouldn't trade that for the world,' Rich adds. 'Because it was a great run to see all three of my kids, and be with my wife, and go to all those games and not miss a pitch, not miss a goal.' Rich shared some advice to young adults when picking their careers. He said to pick something that you like to do—Something that you get excited to go to work every day. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
