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Is Amazon Pulling Gift Cards From New York Store Shelves?
A peculiar development caught the attention of Western New York residents and now, other residents in New York are starting to notice the same situation in their local stores - it appears that Amazon may have decided to pull its gift cards from retail stores throughout New York. This unexpected...
Why Is Upstate New York Overrun by Moths?
If you've stepped out of your air conditioning over the past week, you've been smacked in the face by heat and then by a moth. You're not losing your mind. Upstate New York is indeed in the middle of a particularly active moth outbreak, the likes of which only come about every 10 to 15 years, according to Waverly Pest Control CEO Mike Robinson.
Why Fewer People are Buying Grills to Barbecue at Home
Not as many people are interested in buying a grill for their home according to a new report on a recent decline in sales. But that doesn't mean there are fewer people cooking on their patio this summer. Barbecue Industry Trends. A recent article published by CNN looked at trends...
Are Balloon Releases Still Legal in New York State?
Balloon releases have long been associated with birthdays, graduations, or perhaps for honoring a loved one who has passed. However, there has been growing concern in recent years from advocates who don't want these materials made of rubber and nylon released into the environment anymore. Other balloons made of Mylar...
Watch Stevie Nicks’ Emotional Reaction During Taylor Swift Show
Taylor Swift dedicated the live debut of her new song “Clara Bow” to Stevie Nicks on Sunday during the third and final date of her Eras Tour at Dublin, Ireland’s Aviva Stadium. The contemplative track, which appears on Swift’s latest album The Tortured Poets Department, pays tribute...
Paul McCartney Extends World Tour Days After Turning 82
Age is just a number to Paul McCartney, who's continuing to build a new world tour after turning 82 in June. McCartney will now play stadium shows on Oct. 15 and 16 at Allianz Parque in Sao Paulo. He's also appearing at Estadio da Ressacada on Oct. 19 in Florianopolis, Brazil.
McDonald’s Says These Menu Items Are Going Away and Never Coming Back
We regret to inform you may never see some of your McDonald's favorites again. The fast food chain recently revealed it has no plans to bring back some of its previous menu items. Why McDonald's Is Dropping Menu Items?. McDonald's a fairly predictable menu no matter what location you stop...
Join Oneonta, New York’s Premiere Media Company as an Account Executive
Are you driven by customer success and finding the perfect solution for your clients? Do you want to grow your career with the industry leader in digital space, make money and have fun while doing it? Then we want to talk to you!. Townsquare Media is hiring for an Account...
Five Killed in Delaware County, New York Plane Crash
On June 30, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., New York State Police responded to a report of a possible plane crash near Lake Cecil Road in Masonville. A multi-agency search operation, involving drones, ATVs, and helicopters, led to the discovery of debris and the downed aircraft. The aircraft, a Piper...
Watch the Rolling Stones Debut a ‘Some Girls’ Classic in Chicago
The Rolling Stones proved they weren’t out of surprises yet as they delivered their second Hackney Diamonds tour show in Chicago Sunday night. Amid a 20-song set at the city’s Soldier Field stadium came another tour debut, “Before They Make Me Run” – from the 1978 album Some Girls – with Keith Richards performing lead vocals. It came just after “Tell Me Straight” and “Little T&A,” the two songs he’s been singing most nights.
Hey, New York, Happy Bobby Bonilla Day!
If you're not a New York Mets fan, you may be curious why Mets fans have been greeting each other with exclamations of "Happy Bobby Bonilla Day!" today. July 1st holds a special place in the hearts of New York Mets supporters because of the unique phenomenon known as Bobby Bonilla Day, an unofficial holiday in New York.
Rush, Bon Jovi and Queensryche Producer Peter Collins Dead at 73
Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of Rush paid tribute to producer Peter Collins, who died at 73 after a career-spanning five decades. The British studio mastermind’s credits include Rush’s Power Windows, Bon Jovi’s These Days, Queensryche’s Operation: Mindcrime, Alice Cooper’s Hey Stoopid, Gary Moore’s After the War and more than 50 other records.
Upstate New York Lake Named the Cleanest in America!
What an honor for New York State! One of our Upstate lakes has just been named the cleanest lake in the entire United States!. If you're a fan of crystal-clear waters, breathtaking landscapes, and a community committed to preserving nature, Lake George in Upstate New York is the place for you. Lake George was recently named the cleanest lake in the United States adding to the idyllic retreat area.
Massive + Exciting News About This New York State Lake
There is some exciting and big news about one of the most popular lakes that borders New York State. We are blessed, and sometimes take for granted, to have some of the most amazing, fresh water, resources in our backyard and it is being recognized. This summer, are you planning...
Breaking News: Plane Crashes Near Sidney, New York
A small plane reportedly crashed in Delaware County, New York, on Sunday afternoon. A single-engine plane out of Oneonta, which authorities say had departed from Albert S. Nader Regional Airport, crashed near Sidney around 2 p.m. The FAA confirmed the incident involving the plane. It is believed that the plane...
Willie Nelson’s 10 Best Rock Covers and Collaborations
He may be synonymous with country, but you’d have to be high to say Willie Nelson doesn’t know a thing or two about rock 'n' roll. The Texas icon, older than the genre itself, built a career off the back of his own legendary country songbook as well as a knack for turning songs of all genres into something fitting his unique vocal phrasing and guitar picking. With a body of work as long and prolific as his, it’s no surprise he’s taken on his share of classic rock favorites and even rubbed elbows with some of the most enduring artists in the genre. Here are 10 of our favorites.
Blackie Lawless to W.A.S.P. Backing Track Critics: ‘Don’t Go’
W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless has been honest about using backing tracks in the band's concerts. Still, questions have persisted -- with some even suggesting that the group isn't performing live at all. "Well, if they’re crazy enough to believe it, that’s their business," he tells UCR. "But if they genuinely...
How Bruce Springsteen Learned to Love Arenas for His 1984 Tour
For nearly the entirety of his career as a performing and touring musician, Bruce Springsteen had had an issue with taking his show to bigger venues. His reluctance was well known, and he had historically been slow to make such moves, even as the number of people who wanted to see him grew.
15 Prisons In New York With Most Dangerous Inmates
Living in a prison community can be rewarding in the sense that it often provides good-paying jobs to the people in the area. But, on the other hand, there's always the lingering fear that a prisoner may escape or that there could be a riot. No matter how secure a prison is, there is always a chance that something bad can happen. That is especially true when you live near a maximum-security facility that houses the most dangerous criminals in the state. In New York, there are 15 correctional facilities that are deemed maximum security. These prisons are generally where the worst of the worst are housed. According to Cambridge Dictionary, a maximum-security prison is.
These Presidents And First Ladies Were Born in Upstate New York
A number of U.S. presidents have been born in the Empire State. As have their First Ladies. In this gallery we look at the small handful of them who can claim Upstate New York as their birthplaces. Here, we meet the only president who did not employ English as a...
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