News 12 New Jersey recently let several employees go, including Meteorologist James Gregorio, who has been withthe station since it launched. Gregorio was one of the most recognizable faces on News 12, greeting viewers early every morning with live weather reports.
Veteran Reporter, John Bathke was also let go. He spent the better part of two decades reporting New Jersey news. Bathke, an Emmy Award winner, was also the station’s arts reporter. You would often see him covering stories about local performances Broadway, and local art shows.News Anchor and Reporter Rick Holmes was another recognizable face who was also let go. Holmes started as the Newark bureau reporter and eventually started anchoring evening programs for News 12 New Jersey and Connecticut. Additionally, the station has seen the departure of a cameraman, a satellite truck operator, a news producer, and an assignment desk editor.
The layoffs come after a tumultuous year working in what many employees described as a toxic work environment under the leadership of Jacques Natz, Assistant General Manager, who was let go in August of last year. Undisclosed sources revealed that under Natz’ leadership, things had changed significantly, and not for the better. It was said that there was harsh scrutiny of work, and drastic position and responsibility changes, leading a handful of managers to all resign at the same time.
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It was said that there was harsh scrutiny of work, and drastic position and responsibility changes, leading a handful of managers to all resign at the same time.
Why is everyone leaving News 12? ›
By Michael Stahl | August 4, 2022 | 5:30 a.m. ET.
In June, TVNewsCheck reported that toxic working conditions inside News 12 New Jersey, one of seven Tri-State area cable news channels in Altice USA's News 12 network, compelled the bulk of the station's editorial team to resign in close succession.
What anchors are leaving News 12 NJ? ›
Layoffs at News 12
The outlet, owned by Altice, recently let go of eight people including entertainment reporter John Bathke, meteorologist James Gregorio, anchor Rick Holmes and political reporter Alex Zdan.
Who was fired at News 12 in NJ? ›
James Gregorio was not the only layoff at the station this week. It's reported that they laid off eight members of the New Jersey team and as many as 30-40 employees across the region. In New Jersey, the other layoffs included political reporter Alex Zdan. Plus, anchors Rick Holmes and John Bathke.
Why is Andrew Ehinger leaving News 12? ›
In a social media post Wednesday, Ehinger, 54, said he had "decided to take a voluntary retirement package from [corporate owner] Altice USA. I loved telling stories on Long Island and I am proud to have met so many interesting people along the way. "
Who bought News 12? ›
The News 12 Networks are a group of regional cable news television channels in the New York metropolitan area that are owned by Altice USA.
Who was the News 12 anchor found dead? ›
News 12 Long Island anchor Judy Martin was found dead in here Halesite home Friday night, Suffolk County police said.
Why is Daniel North leaving Channel 12? ›
Danielle has decided to start a new chapter of her life outside of the television business. I am SO happy for her because SHE is leaving on her own terms and doing what she thinks is best for her and her family.
How long has Liz Bonis been on Channel 12 news? ›
Health Anchor & Medical Reporter
Liz has been at Local 12 since 2002.
What happened to the weatherman on News 12 in NJ? ›
Former News 12 New Jersey morning Meteorologist James Gregorio is now working (part time) at Buffalo's NBC Station, WGRZ-TV, as a meteorologist.
Carissa Lawson's Departure Surprises Viewers
Lawson's LinkedIn profile indicates that she officially departed the TV station in June 2023. Since then she's been receiving messages of support from viewers and fans across the state, she says. "I have been receiving messages almost every day. Honestly..
Why are so many leaving News 12? ›
The layoffs arrive a little more than a year after TVNewsCheck reported that News 12 New Jersey experienced a mass exodus of workers, who left the channel fed up over the programming changes and contentious supervisor hires.
Who is Dave Curren? ›
Meteorologist- Severe Weather Specialist.
Is Macy Egeland still on News 12? ›
In another departure of an on-air figure at News 12, weekend morning anchor Macy Egeland announced in a Facebook post Saturday that she was leaving the station, effective immediately. "Today was my last day at News 12 Long Island," she wrote.
What happened to News 12 New Jersey Weatherman? ›
Former News 12 New Jersey morning Meteorologist James Gregorio is now working (part time) at Buffalo's NBC Station, WGRZ-TV, as a meteorologist.
Did Carissa Lawson leave News 12? ›
Carissa Lawson's Departure Surprises Viewers
Lawson's LinkedIn profile indicates that she officially departed the TV station in June 2023. Since then she's been receiving messages of support from viewers and fans across the state, she says. "I have been receiving messages almost every day.
What channel is News 12 NJ on Xfinity? ›
Watch on Optimum (Ch. 12), Fios (Ch. 529) and Xfinity (Ch. 1127)
