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Wednesday, December 3, 2008
End of the road at NBC10 for John Ogden

NBC10 traffic reporter John Ogden's final day calling gaper delays and such will be Dec. 19.
 
Ogden, 27, who got five and a half years out of what was supposed to be the summer job he won in a station contest,  had told the station and Traffic.com during negotiations that he wanted to pursue other opportunities.

"It was solely my decision to leave," he told me, calling the impending departure amicable. He didn't say what's next. A station rep said no replacement had been inked; Jillian Mele, Jayne Laychak and Tamara Vostok will fill in.

In an e-mail, Ogden said working at NBC10 was "an awesome experience. As a kid growing up in Northeast Philly watching the local news, I always thought one day I might be the one in front of the camera -- and with the help of viewers, I was able to make that happen. NBC10 and Traffic.com continue to be wonderful in fostering my professional career -- which they have been from the very start, and I am grateful. They have allowed me to be a public face for many organizations, including the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, the Attic Youth Center and the Philly Pride Parade -- all of which are close to my heart."

Posted by Michael Klein @ 10:23 PM  Permalink | 37 comments
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Posted 09:02 AM, 12/04/2008
mike388b
So sorry to see such a great guy go! I hope the best for him, and 60 year old granny I must agree the body language thing he does at the end is so cute! Oh, and the way he says "back to you!" Even cuter!
Posted 09:45 AM, 12/04/2008
WCgrad77
He did a nice job.
Posted 10:04 AM, 12/04/2008
starz
I remember when he won the contest. He did better then the other stations. Best of luck to you, John!
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Posted 10:22 AM, 12/04/2008
MidlanticDave
NBC10 needs even more help now. Hire Dorothy Krysiuk NOW and let her also report which is what she's always wanted to do anyway.
Posted 10:31 AM, 12/04/2008
NayLo53
I voted for John in the contest. I'm so sorry to see him go, but I'm equally happy that he's following his dreams. Many Blessings to you, John. Please keep in touch. I know that nothing but good will come to you. We love you and wish you well. ~NL~
Posted 10:47 AM, 12/04/2008
frankatlasalle
This was a great opportunity for him, but I'd like to see him get a reporter/anchor gig somewhere. That's a really rough schedule to work; he's earned the ability to move up and I hope he does!
Posted 10:55 AM, 12/04/2008
wsbnphilly
I would Hire Dorothy Krysiuk Also. She was the Best thing on Tv. But John did a decent job when he was there. Not bad for a summer intern job.
Posted 11:22 AM, 12/04/2008
James
John had the physique of a Pennsylvania State Trooper when he delivered the road reports that you would have to wonder if PSP actually dispatched him to NBC-10 to do traffic reports! Great speaking ability and best of luck in whatever he does.
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Posted 12:01 PM, 12/04/2008
vickiesmom
I too voted for him and have been watching him since day one. I think he's hot. I wish him the best of luck in whatever he pursues. Dorothy would be the perfect replacement for him(though no one could ever replace John)!
Posted 12:33 PM, 12/04/2008
MikeyRider
Very sad to see John go but nothing good seems to last forever. I've met John a few times including after a Fox Chase Cancer Bike ride to benefit the Cancer Center and his smile is much more contageous in person. I've also seen him at the Pride events at Penns Landing, etc. and always was personable and pleasant. And no, I'm not John writing this! LOL! Good luck John, thanks for making me smile first thing in the morning and I look forward to watching you chase after your dreams.
Posted 12:48 PM, 12/04/2008
britchick292002
I am so sorry you are leaving, John. I remember voting for you for this position, and even then, I knew you had what it takes to be in the business. Good luck in your new venture!
Posted 12:52 PM, 12/04/2008
ScottD
Congrats and best wishes, John! You're absolutely fabulous on-air and your participation in community events the past few years has been tremendous. I will try to get you copies of photos of you from some of the events I shot for the paper this year. Thanks for all of your openness, outgoing optimism, your great smile, sense of humor and for just being John. Happiness to you on all the roads you travel.
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