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Fire & Tornado Hit Same Central New York Home
How unlucky can one family be? 10 days after a fire ripped through their Central New York home, it was hit by a tornado. Zach and Roxanne Henderson's house in West Winfield caught fire on June 13. The family wasn't home at the time but they did lose a dog and cat in the blaze. Another dog is recovering from smoke inhalation after being saved by a firefighter.
Massive Bear Strolls Through Central New York Neighborhood
Imagine waking up to a bear in your driveway. A big one too. It happened in one Central New York neighborhood where bears aren't usually known to go. Bears have been seen in several places new places this year. One was spotted wandering around the Camden area for the last few weeks. Another was spotted in Blossvale and a third in Lee.
Early Morning Earthquake Shakes New York State
Is New York turning into California with all the earthquakes lately? The latest one hit Poughkeepsie but it could be felt more than 100 miles away. There have been more than 550 earthquakes in New York State. The first one struck the New York City area on December 18, 1737, with a magnitude of 5.2. It's one of two damaging quakes to hit the Big Apple.
What it Means if You See a McDonald’s With Turquoise Arches Instead of Yellow
The McDonald's logo remains one of the most recognizable not only among fast food restaurants, but all brand names. The chain's trademark "golden arches" lets fast food-seekers know what they're going to get. But what happens if those arches are no longer golden?. Where Is There a McDonald's With Turquoise...
To The Central New Yorkers Who Think Pie Is Acceptable To Bring To A Cookout
Dear residents of Utica, Rome, Syracuse, and the rest of Central New York, who plan on bringing pie to a cookout. This open letter is for you. We have been brainwashed by fake news media that pie at a cookout/BBQ is an acceptable dessert. This is very false. "Apple pie...
Running Not For You? Utica Boiler’FAKER’ Is Here
The Boilermaker is one of the country's premiere road races, with athletes from all over the world congregating in Utica to run it-- but let's face it, running ain't everyone's cup of tea. If you're somebody who enjoys the IDEA of the Boilermaker, but may not actually want to RUN...
Ugh, Deer Flies! I Just Discovered a Stupidly Easy Way to Outsmart Them
If your neighborhood is anything like mine, there's a specific two-week period in the summer when the temperature is steamy, the breeze is non-existent, and it happens. This happened precisely two days ago, just after a pretty bad thunderstorm. I walked out, inhaled the gloopy air, and a deer fly landed on me and bit HARD. It was waiting for me.
‘The Office’ Star Coming to Meet Fans at Syracuse Mets Game
One of the most iconic shows in American television history was undoubtedly "The Office." It was an instant classic that followed the day in the life of the Dunder Mifflin Paper Company's Scranton Branch and all of its employees. You never knew what was going to happen with Manager Michael Scott and his staff.
New York State Has An Official State Insect?
We have plenty of insects in New York. But did you know we have an "official" state insect? Which one is it?. Right around this time of year, it feels like it would be insane to name any other insect the "official state insect" if its name wasn't "mosquito." Between those, flies, and gnats we have tons of insects that love to "bug" us here in New York State.
Eagles Add Four More Concerts to Farewell Tour
Eagles have extended their recently confirmed residency at the immersive Sphere in Las Vegas. They'll now appear for a total of 16 concerts over eight weekends in September through December. An updated list of dates at the state-of-the-art facility is below. General on-sale for the four new weekend concerts begins...
Central New York Women Victimized by Brazen Smash and Grab at Popular Hiking Trail
A local woman is warning residents a criminal is on the loose after breaking into her and her friend's car in Whitestown and stealing their purses in broad daylight. Andrea Florentino contacted Townsquare Media regarding the concerning incident. According to Florentino, she and a friend hiked along the Rayhill Memorial Recreational Trail alongside Route 840.
Scammers Becoming More Aggressive with Victims in Upstate New York
The New Hartford Police Department is warning the public of an ongoing issue with scammers approaching people at local shopping centers and making up elaborate stories to garner sympathy from their would be victims. Police officials say they have been made aware of several instances in which people have reported...
Top 10 Songs Journey Hasn’t Played Yet in 2024
Journey boasts an embarrassment of set list riches as they prepare to jump to stadiums in July. Earlier 2024 shows featured hit after hit after hit. Yet, as shown on our list of Top 10 Songs Journey Hasn't Played Yet in 2024, there is still room for more key cuts.
Why the Beatles Had to Rush-Release ‘A Hard Day’s Night’
The history of music can be divided into two parts: before the Beatles and after. Such was the potency of their influence, not only as songwriters and music makers, but as a business entity and industry role model. Arguably the clearest example of how the Beatles changed the world within...
New York Awards $20 Million To Help Refugees Get Work, Adjust
New York State is helping over 4,000 refugees get jobs and transition to life in the Empire State. On Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul confirmed that $20 million was awarded to help refugees find and maintain employment in New York. $20 Million Awarded To Help Refugees Find And Maintain Employment. Nearly...
Watch Ozzy Osbourne Tell Kids Not to Snort Drink Powder
Ozzy Osbourne is seen in a light-hearted new commercial for a drink powder, inspired by its customers. Death Dust – a new product from Liquid Death – offers flavored drinks aimed at healthier living, so the Black Sabbath icon’s history with drugs, and powders in particular, seemed a perfect match.
New York Lands Among States Where Homes Drain Paychecks Most
If you live in New York and are living paycheck to paycheck - your home may be to blame. The cost of living in the Empire State continues to grow, but salaries are struggling to catch up, which is draining residents' savings. A new study from home warranty experts from...
Is This Animal As Mean and Nasty As Their Reputation? Spot Fisher in New York, What Should You Do?
My son called this morning to let me know that he had a Fisher in his yard last night. Immediately I warned him to be careful and not let the dog out by itself. Everything that I have heard about this elusive animal is that they are nasty, mean and willing to eat your pooch for dinner. He debated these facts so I thought I'd do some research.
Why John Corabi Doesn’t Want to Live Off His Past
Former Motley Crue vocalist John Corabi could easily coast on his past glories. Instead, he's been very intentional in recent years about the things that he does career-wise. "I'm trying to be my own person, not the guy that sang with Motley 30 years ago," he tells UCR. The same...
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