Matt Mulcahy
Anchor
mmulcahy@CNYcentral.com
School: Ithaca College
Hometown: Liverpool, New York
Matt Mulcahy anchors Action News 3 at 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm, 11:00 pm, and the CW6 News at 10:00 pm.
The Emmy award-winning journalist joined the Action News team in February of 2005. He has been covering Central New York news for almost 20 years, most recently at WTVH and WSYT.
This is a homecoming of sorts for Matt. One of his first jobs in broacasting was right here at NBC3. Matt was a reporter, weekend anchor, and then eventually co-anchor of Action News 3 live at 6:00 pm and 11:00 pm with Jackie Robinson before leaving in 1997.
Matt has received numerous awards including an Emmy for his reporting on the conflict in Bosnia. He also received an Edward R. Murrow Award for best writing for his "Matt's Memo" weblog. The Associated Press, the New York State Broadcasters Association, and the Syracuse Press Club have all honored Matt with numerous awards.
• Year Hired at Channel 3: Originally hired in 1990 for a seven year stint, returned in 2005.
• Memorable Story: Blizzard of 1993, Labor Day Storm, September 11th
• Memorable Interview: musician Wynton Marsalis
• Dream Interview: Alive - President Bush, Deceased - President John F. Kennedy
• Dream Job: Rock Star
• College: Ithaca College
• Why I'm a Journalist: Poor handwriting was not enough to get into medical school
• Hometown: Liverpool
• Current Residence: Fayetteville
• Astrological Sign: Scorpio
• Family: Wife Jamie, dog Shamrock
• Hobbies: Golf, running, and music
• Favorite Sports Team: Syracuse Orange
• Favorite Musical Group: Dave Matthews Band
• Favorite Book: Cormac McCarthy’s Blood Meridian
• Favorite Movie: The Godfather
• Favorite TV Show: Rescue Me
• Favorite Food: Chicken Parmigiana
• Favorite Destination: Green Lakes State Park
Recent news stories
CNY Adoption Day
Today at 4:30 p.m.
Central New York Adoption Day celebrated families who are adding children to their lives. Judges gave final approval to 51 children in 38 families.
Possible resolution to North Syracuse police fight
Thursday, November 12, 2009
The North Syracuse village board hopes it can resolve the conflict between the mayor and the police chief as soon as Friday.
Fort Drum security: business as usual
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Fort Drum in Northern New York State continues operations with no change in security level despite Fort Hood shootings.
Miner wins race for Syracuse mayor
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Syracuse voters have picked Democrat Stephanie Miner to be the first woman mayor of Syracuse.
Vice President campaigns for Owens
Monday, November 02, 2009
Vice President Joe Biden campaigned for democrat Bill Owens in the 23rd congressional district. He recalled his days in Syracuse for having intimate knowledge of the people in the district.
Recent sports stories
PGA Tour professionals weather Atunyote
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
PGA Tour golfers brave wind, rainy and chill to practice for Turning Stone Resort Championship.
Jonny Flynn signs with an agent
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Jonny Flynn will forgo his final two years of eligibility at SU. He has signed with an agent in anticipation of a career in the NBA.
Coach Boeheim: Devendorf's punishment too severe
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Syracuse basketball Coach Jim Boeheim says the pending suspension of Eric Devendorf is too severe of a punishment considering the player's actions.
Turning Stone Resort Championship pro-am
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
The sun broke through at Atunyote just as the afternoon foursomes teed off as part of the Turning Stone Resort Championship Pro-Am event.
Turning Stone Championship practice underway
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Chilly, breezy conditions are forcing players to dress in layers and prepare for a week of autumnal weather.
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