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Was the Snakmaster the Best Kitchen Invention of All Time?
While I'd love to argue that the '80s and '90s were the golden age of TV sitcoms, it would be a disservice not to acknowledge that it was also the era when "As Seen on TV" infomercials truly revolutionized every aspect of our lives in every room of the house. Fixing things in the garage! Cleaning the bathroom! And perhaps most of all—mastering every task in the kitchen.
Mysterious Shiny Monolith Has Las Vegas Police Warning Hikers
A brightly shining monolith has seemingly appeared out of nowhere in the mountainous area of Las Vegas. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department responded to a report of a large, shiny object spotted in a nearby mountain range. An Associated Press report stated a search and rescue team from the department was greeted by a gleaming monolith.
This Is How Much You Need To Make To Live Comfortably in New York State
While many people wouldn’t complain if they made a lot of money, most would be happy just to be able to live comfortably. However, the definition of comfort may differ from person to person and can vary depending on the location. What about New York? How much does a person need to make to live comfortably in this state? The Salary Needed to Live Comfortably Study conducted by SmartAsset has the answer!
Why BTO Ditched Their Famous Neon Stage Sign in the Desert
Back in the 70s part of takin' care of business for Bachman-Turner Overdrive meant performing underneath a large steel replica of the band's gear-shaped logo, with flashing lights -- a visual gimmick as heavy as the opening chords of "Not Fragile" or "Four Wheel Drive." The quartet used the prop...
Historic Cherry Valley, New York Property Reopens
Immerse yourself in the enchanting 1800s Limestone Mansion, where historic charm seamlessly blends with modern comfort. This past week marked the grand re-opening of the Limestone Mansion, celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by numerous Cherry Valley community members, the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce, and Cherry Valley’s Deputy Mayor, Ed Harvey.
Top 20 ’80s Kiss Songs
Kiss started the '80s in free fall, and spent the first two years of the decade alienating a staggeringly large portion of the impressive rock music fan base they had built in the '70s by unabashedly chasing even greater mainstream fame. After weathering the departure of their two fellow founding...
Axl Rose, Slash and Dee Snider Guest on New Michael Schenker Album
Axl Rose, Slash and Dee Snider will be among the artists guesting on Michael Schenker’s upcoming album. Due to arrive on Sept. 20, My Years With UFO features 11 classic tracks from across the guitarist’s time with the band. Rose sings on “Love to Love” while Slash contributes...
‘Petty Country’ Earns Acclaim From Mike Campbell: Interview
Country music is in the DNA of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' catalog. Decades ago, before the Heartbreakers even existed in their full form, Petty was playing country songs in what he would later describe as "real redneck country" Floridian bars, trying to earn a living as a burgeoning performer.
Upstate New York Comedy Legend From “Seinfeld” Passes Away
Best known for his role on the hit TV show "Seinfeld," Hiram Kasten, a comedian, actor, and resident of Upstate New York, has passed away at the age of 71. Kasten was a true original whose talent and dedication to his craft left a big impact on the world of comedy.
July 2024 New Music Releases
Deep Purple returns with new music, while expanded reissues offer deep dives into albums by Van Halen, John Lennon and the Police. The list of July new music releases also includes live recordings from Pete Townshend, Styx and Foreigner, among others. Deep Purple's Bob Ezrin-produced =1 is their first LP...
Simple Ways New Yorkers Can Protect Themselves From Extreme Heat This Week
As sweltering temperatures hit New York this week just in time to usher in the official start to summer, reports are flying left and right for excessive heat warnings for the coming week. With this temperature rise, the risk of heat-related illnesses such as heat stress, heatstroke, and dehydration increases significantly.
Viral Travel Hack Could Actually Get You Banned From Your Next Flight
Let's face it, airline travel is awful most of the time. Unless you're doling out the big bucks for first class, you've probably been tempted to seek out some travel hacks on social media. There's just one problem with that. You, of course, can't trust everyone online. Airport Pillow Hack...
Are There Any Exceptions to Minors Being Allowed To Marry in New York?
On July 22, 2021, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill into law, officially banning child marriage in New York State. The measure ensured that people under 18 would no longer be able to enter into marriage. But, are there any exceptions?. Under the previous legislation, minors as young as 14...
Yngwie Malmsteen Announces 40th-Anniversary Tour
Yngwie Malmsteen will embark on a North American tour to commemorate 40 years of his solo career. The trek begins on Sept. 26 in Fort Myers, Florida, and is currently set to run through Nov. 18 in New York City, with more shows to be announced. Kurt Deimer will provide support. More ticketing information will be available at Malmsteen's website. You can see the full list of dates below.
The Decline of Pay Phones in Every State
There were over 2.1 million pay phones in the U.S. at their peak in 1999, but now the technology is mostly relegated to nostalgia. Few wall-mounted pay phones linger in strip malls, and the silver and blue phone booths are mostly gone from the busy streets they once dotted in many parts of the U.S. Pay phones have become so rare that the FCC stopped requiring audits of them in 2018.
There May Be Hope For This Suffering National Restaurant Chain After All
Remember how we all shed a tear over the uncertain future of cheddar bay biscuits at Red Lobster last month?. There is now hope the seafood chain might not be hit as hard as initially thought by its recent bankruptcy filing. How Red Lobster Ended Up Filing For Bankruptcy. Rumblings...
Stevie Nicks Says ‘No Chance of Putting Fleetwood Mac Back Together’
Stevie Nicks said that there's "no chance of putting Fleetwood Mac together" following the 2022 death of Christine McVie. "Without Christine, no can do," Nicks recently told Mojo. "There is no chance of putting Fleetwood Mac back together in any way. Without her, it just couldn’t work." McVie's last...
Did You Know This Famous Children’s Author Hailed From Upstate New York?
One day while dusting my bookshelves, I found myself holding one of my Bobbsey Twins books and curiosity got the best of me. Who was this author named Laura Lee Hope? What was her story? How did she fall into writing the Bobbsey Twins books?. I began to dig for...
‘Simpsons’ Writer Denies Duff McKagan’s Influence on Beer Name
There's been another volley in the seemingly endless back-and-forth between Duff McKagan and The Simpsons creators over the inspiration for Duff Beer — this time from original show writer and producer Jay Kogen, who has yet again denied any connection to the Guns N' Roses bassist. McKagan reignited the...
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