Pete was born and raised in the New Bedford area and got interested in radio when he was a teenager. He's been doing the morning show here at WBSM since 1989. He lives in Fairhaven with his wife Priscilla and their 4 children. He's very active in youth sports coaching baseball and softball. He admits to being addicted to the internet but claims it's "research" for the morning show.
Pete Braley
Kate Middleton Due Date Revealed
Prince George is set to become a big brother in April. Kensington Palace made an official announcement this morning saying, "Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are delighted to confirm they are expecting a baby in April 2015. The...
Should Cigarette Sales Be Banned On Military Bases
There's a battle brewing as the Defense Department considers whether to ban the sale of cigarettes, cigars and chewing tobacco on military bases and ships, with some critics saying it's unfair to service members who are already sacrificing for their country.
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How Are The New Television Shows Doing? This Week’s Ratings
The Nielsen television ratings were released today and some old favorites are doing well while some new shows are making an impact. One thing that's clear is that America loves football.
Holiday Sales Are Predicted To Be Up This Year
Do you plan to spend more this Christmas season? People who are paid to predict that kind of thing think you will be, with the nation's largest retail industry trade group predicting that sales will be up 4.1 percent, with Americans expected to spend at the highest rate in three years...
The Neiman Marcus Christmas Catalog Has Been Released
"Just in time for the holidays" comes word today that the Neiman Marcus Christmas Catalog is out. It's a collection of high-end items that you can buy for your friends and family this Christmas if money is no object.
The items include:
For the martini lover who has everything and floor space to spare, there's the 6-foot tall cocktail-shaking machine for $35,000.
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This Week’s Job Openings
Every Wednesday we provide the "Hot Jobs Report" on WBSM. It's a list of jobs available right now from the Greater New Bedford Career Center.
Former “7th Heaven” Star Under Investigation
New York City Police are investigating former "7th Heaven" star Stephen Collins after learning he has admitted to having exposed himself to three girls, who at the time were all under the age of 14.
No More Saturday Morning Cartoons
I did not realize that this past Saturday was the first Saturday in more than 50 years with no Saturday morning cartoons on national television.
Who Is America’s Most Influential Politician?
Nearly 14 years after he left office, former President Bill Clinton is the country's most influential politician, according to a new Wall Street Journal/NBC News/Annenberg poll that looked at whose endorsement would be able to sway voters.
The Most Likely Age Group To Dress Up For Halloween Is Not Kids
A new survey finds that children are not the demographic most likely to buy a costume for Halloween.
Conducted by the National Confectioners Association, the poll says more Millennials will be dressing up than kids. Almost half plan on wearing a costume this year, in comparison to only 13% of the overall respondents...