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Why You Absolutely Shouldn’t Dump Salt Down Your Drains
A trend has emerged that has people pouring large amounts of salt down the drains in their home. It's not about cutting salt out of their diets. Salt is becoming a go-to solution as a way to make a cheap drain cleaner. But salt alone can't get the job down.
How to Mow Breathtaking Patterns Into Your Lawn
Your house can be the showstopper on the block with the right equipment and a few hours of work on your lawn. Eye-catching patterns mowed into lawns have become popular thanks to a series of recent tutorials shared on social media. Some of these patterns were only thought to be...
New Bigfoot Map Shows Every Reported Sighting In New York
Science has figured out so many intricate things. Why can't we seem to figure out if Bigfoot is real?. Bigfoot goes by a lot of names. We've been known to call them Bigfoot, Sasquatch, Yeti, and more. But who has actually seen one? We've been trying to decide for years if it actually exists. There are plenty of people who will go to their graves claiming that not only does it exist - but they've seen one with their own eyes.
Def Leppard Promises ‘Drastically Different’ Show for Summer Tour
Def Leppard will hit the road this week for the start of their Summer Stadium Tour with Journey. They'll come armed with new music in the form of their latest single, "Just Like '73." Guitarist Phil Collen says fans should expect further surprises: "We changed the whole set," he tells...
How To Fly From New York State To Europe For Under $80
A Hudson Valley-based airline is offering a great Fourth Of July deal!. Play Airlines is once again giving Hudson Valley residents the chance to head to popular international destinations at a low price. Flights Under $80 From New York Stewart International Airport To Europe. The airline says flights from New...
Neal Schon Reveals Journey’s Healing Process After Lengthy Feud
Not long ago, Journey seemed to be on the brink of a split. Neal Schon and Jonathan Cain argued over control of the band, over a visit to the White House, and over money. Yet, somehow, Journey has soldiered on. Freedom became their first studio album in more than a decade, and they're returned to the band's typically rigorous road schedule: A 23-date stadium tour with Def Leppard and Steve Miller kicks off on Saturday in St. Louis.
Top 50 American Rock Albums
The Top 50 American Rock Albums, unsurprisingly, were made by some of the biggest artists in the history of popular music. As you will see in the below list, which the UCR staff chose, even after you remove the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and other rock giants, there's still much to love. You won't find many one-hit wonders here; almost every band, singer-songwriter and performer is a legendary act. That's why several of them check in with more than one record.
Watch Deep Purple’s Video for New Song ‘Lazy Sod’
Deep Purple has released a video for their new song "Lazy Sod," taken from the upcoming album =1. The follow-up to 2021’s covers collection Turning to Crime is their first with guitarist Simon McBride, who replaced Steve Morse two years ago. “Lazy Sod” is the third single from the LP, after “Portable Door” and “Pictures of You.”
Central New York Police Offer Hilarious “Tip” on How to Stop Car Thieves
There's been an uptick in reported vehicle larcenies and thefts in the Mohawk Valley and one local police department has apparently had it. The Oneida City Police Department is warning residents, especially those in the neighborhoods surrounding Hunt Valley Road and Cedarcrest Lane, that criminals are breaking into people's cars and stealing valuables.
The Smallest, Tiny, Itty Bitty Counties in New York State. WOW!!
There are 62 counties in New York State. The largest ones, of course, can be found in New York City and Long Island. There it is common to find millions of people living in a single county. Not so much in Upstate New York, though. Here is a list of...
This New York Beetle Isn’t Harmful But It Does Want to Live In Your Home
A recent post in the New Paltz Community Facebook Group got people talking about an "alien-like" bug spotted near one New Paltz resident's home. So, what is this wacky-looking bug and is it worth worrying about?. "Alien-Like" Beetle in New York. This little guy is known as a click beetle....
Upstate New York Drivers, STOP Passing Stopped School Buses!
When will people learn? In case you didn't know the red stop sign on the side of a school bus when blinking red means STOP! Apparently some people can't get it through their thick skulls. Every time a driver passes a stopped school bus a child's life is at risk.
Heads Up! New Yorkers Might Find a ‘Real Life Pokémon’ in Their Yard
One of the most interesting creatures on the planet lives right here in New York State... have you ever seen a real-life Pokémon before?. It's hard to keep up with all the fascinating animals in New York. From hungry porcupines that allegedly eat cars to the black bear that tried to go to college in New Paltz, NY, wildlife in the Empire State seems to always be up to something. But what about the critter that inspired an entire Pokémon character?
Willie Nelson Announces Last-Minute Concert Cancellation
Willie Nelson has pulled out of his scheduled Tuesday performance on the Outlaw Music Festival Tour, the latest in a string of cancellations. The country icon was set to appear at the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts. His team announced the cancellation in a statement and said he would rejoin the tour on July 4 in Camden, New Jersey. His son, Lukas Nelson, will perform in his place.
TikToker Can’t Identify Celebrity at Airport; She Responds ‘It’s Me’
In the most 2024 thing that ever 2024ed, TikToker Richmond Staunton Keeling (@richmondkeeling) captured the moment when, while waiting parked at arrivals at the airport, he saw numerous people walking up to the woman standing in front of his vehicle and asking her for photos. Not knowing who this person...
Heart Postpones All Tour Dates Due to Ann Wilson’s Health Issues
Heart has postponed the remaining dates on their 2024 North American tour following concerns about Ann Wilson's ongoing health issues. The band canceled European tour dates in late May for what was then called a "time-sensitive but routine medical procedure." In a new statement, Wilson and Heart address the specifics...
Rock’s 40 Best Two-Band Careers
Few are the artists who find success in two rock groups. The prospect of starting over is likely quite daunting, particularly if your first band was a wild success. Oftentimes, those who become part of a well-regarded second act eventually end up back in the first one. Expectations come into...
$40 Million Boost Announced for New York’s Veterans – Find Out Who’s Benefiting
In a significant move to bolster New York State's nonprofit sector, more than $40 million in capital grants has been announced for 136 nonprofit organizations. The funding, allocated through the Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program (NICIP) and the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program (VNCP), aims to address critical infrastructure needs and enhance services for veterans and families across the state.
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