Be Careful If You Suddenly Smell Cucumbers This Summer In New York
The smell of cucumbers in New York State could mean there's a dangerous animal that isn't happy that you're there.
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Up to 100 Shooting Stars an Hour Could Soon Be Visible Over NY
The Perseid meteor shower returns this summer, and 2026 could be one of the best years to watch. Here's when New Yorkers can see up to 100 shooting stars an hour.
30 Things To Do In WNY This Summer That Will Make You Feel Nostalgic
Looking for more ways to bring nostalgia into your summer? Here are 30 ideas to do before the summer is over.
New Study Reveals NY's Most Dangerous Roads for Summer Travel
A new study reveals the most dangerous roads in New York during the summer months. See which highways, including several in Central New York, made the list and when crashes happen most often.
Show Us Your Backyard Water Safari and Water Safari Tickets!
Does Your Backyard Bring the Splash? Prove It & You Could Win a Pair of Tickets to Enchanted Forest Water Safari!
Free Event in Rome: Food Trucks, Live Music and a Drone Show
The Water Music NY Festival returns to Rome with a free Albany Symphony concert, food trucks, family activities, art, and a spectacular drone light show at Bellamy Harbor Park.
More Than 70 Oneida County Restaurants Join 2026 Restaurant Week
Oneida County Restaurant Week returns with more than 70 local restaurants, breweries and cafés offering special menus, exclusive dishes, prizes and a finale celebration in Utica.
Fireworks 101: What Minerals Create Those Dazzling Colors?
Ever wonder how fireworks get their colors?
Free NY Summer Reading Program Helps Kids Earn a Certificate
Keep kids reading all summer with New York's free 2026 Summer Reading Program. Children who participate can earn an official certificate.
Free Summer Lunches Return to Utica and Central New York
Free summer meals are available for kids across Central New York. See meal sites around the region, and find a free meal near you this summer.