By day I'm a Regional Content Strategist with Townsquare Media. By night I'm a non-laundry-folding mom of a sassy 2-year-old and champion of passing out watching movies.
Ariana Sheehan
Oktobeerfest 2014 Coming This Month
Get your bratwurst-eating mouth ready for the annual Oktobeerfest, coming to the Saratoga County Fairgrounds this month!
Troy on Tap Events: Beer Scavenger Hunt, Sampling + More
Troy on Tap is coming up in just a couple of weeks on Saturday, Sept. 6. But did you know there's a week's worth of fun leading up to the event?
Win Tickets to See Nas at The Palace
Hot 99.1 has got your chance to win tickets to see Nas live at The Palace Theatre.
Win, Place, Show-Off Photo Contest [SPONSORED]
Your Saratoga Race Course photos could land you more than just memories this season.
Amsterdam Native Raises Money for Childhood Cancer, Becomes ‘Hometown Hero’
Juell Springs, of Amsterdam, really made the best of his final year of high school this past year when he orchestrated a school-wide fundraiser to raise money for children with cancer.
Albany Makes List of ‘Unfriendliest Cities’
We're not sure what's more offensive: the fact that Conde Nast named our beloved city the seventh "unfriendliest city" in America or that in the description the mega media giant wrote that "Albany is probably better known as a through-station than a tourist destination."
West Lebanon Cerebral Palsy Advocate a ‘Hometown Hero’
Veronica Alber, of West Lebanon, has been working on a project, not to enhance her own life but the life of her friend and personal hero.
Win Drake vs. Lil Wayne Tickets With Just One Click
Who's a better rapper: Drake or Lil Wayne?
HOT 99.1 Celebrates Class of 2014
Hot 99.1 celebrated the Class of 2014 with a pool party at the Albany JCC!
Civilian Drones: Are They Invading Your Privacy? [VIDEO]
The media has been droning on lately all about drones. Specifically drones being destroyed by people who fear they are invading their privacy.
Guilderland Girl Scout Leader a ‘Hometown Hero’
Melissa Rosenthal-Dubin has been leading a troop of Girl Scouts for the past several years, showing passion for her troop and for her community.
When she's not helping her girls earn badges, the Guilderland resident also owns her own business and is raising four kids of her own...
Food Truck Festival Cancelled, Saratoga Brewfest Coming in June
The Food Truck Festival at Troy's River Front park scheduled for Friday has been cancelled due to impending inclement weather.
Join Us for Our Next Event
The Ruck presents the 5th Annual Saratoga Brewfest, coming to the Saratoga County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 14...
23-Year-Old Guilderland Asst. Fire Chief a ‘Hometown Hero’
Frank Zabinski may be one of the youngest assistant fire chiefs in the entire Capital Region.
At 23, Frank serves the Guilderland Fire Department and goes above and beyond in his job. According to the person who nominated Frank as this week's "Hometown Hero," "he is a devoted member of the fire department and is always the first responder at each fire call...
Saratoga Brewfest Coming in June: Pre-Sale Tickets for Limited Time Only
Upstate New York’s biggest and best craft beer festival is just around the corner!
Gloversville Youth Volunteer a ‘Hometown Hero’
Sharon Dion, a Gloversville woman who volunteers her time with the 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell Cooperative Extension in Fulton and Montgomery Counties, was recently honored as an "outstanding volunteer" for her commitment to serving the community's youth through the organization...
5-Year-Old Hair Donor a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's Hometown Hero is Karis Ward, a five-year-old from Caroga Lake who donated her long hair to Locks of Love.
Karis saw a photo of a child without hair on her babysitter's computer. When she asked why the child did not have hair, her sitter, Kim, explained the child was undergoing chemotherapy treatments...
Volunteer Who Gives Birthday Parties to Homeless Kids a ‘Hometown Hero’
Fazana Saleem-Ismail believes everybody deserves the chance to celebrate his or her birthday in a big way.
The Albany resident created her own foundation, Jazzy Sun Birthdays, to provide parties, gifts and birthday love to homeless children in the Capital Region...
Schenectady Community Foundation Leader a ‘Hometown Hero’
Emily Wiley, of Schenectady, cares deeply for her community and everyone in it. She created a foundation in her name to help gather items for families in need in Schenectady, including school supplies and warm winter coats. She also helps buy holiday presents and toys...
60% Off Local Items Today Only on Albany Seize the Deal Site
Looking to shop local? We've got some great deals for you today only on our local Seize the Deal site!
All items are 60 percent off until midnight, including a 30-day doggie daycare pass at Pet Lodge originally priced at $750 for just $300...
Therapy Dog Owner a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero" is Louise Belensz.
Louise volunteers throughout her community, including at a local school tutoring children and teaching others how to ski at the Double H Ranch. But she really enjoys bringing her therapy dog, Otis, to local nursing homes to help and cheer elderly residents...
Play Our Million Dollar Bracket Challenge to Win a Million Dollars!
It's time to dust off the crystal ball. This year, 63 intense college basketball games will fill up the college basketball championship tournament bracket – it's your job to figure out who wins each one.
Reel Seafood: Happy Hour, New Spring Menu, Renovations [SPONSORED]
The Reel Seafood Co., on Wolf Road is getting a major makeover!
While Step 1 is now complete, stay tuned for Step 2, where the restaurant will be getting a new exterior, new sign and retractable awning.
The restaurant will also be getting a brand new, 24-inch fish tank and a more spacious bar area...
Stadium Cafe: Free Throws, St. Paddy’s Weekend + Daily Happy Hour [SPONSORED]
Happy Hour
Happy Hour now at Broadway Stadium Cafe in Saratoga!
Monday through Friday, 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. - close. $3 draughts (excluding Guinness) and $5 house wine. At the bar only.
St. Patrick's Day Weekend
St. Patrick's Day weekend at the Stadium Cafés is March 14-17...
Mio Vino Weekly Specials [SPONSORED]
Mio Vino is geared toward "feeding the body and soul."
Weekly specials include:
Takeout Tuesday- "Feed a Family of 4 for $19.95," which includes chef's choice of pasta, salad, and a loaf of bread
Thursday Night Happy Hour - 5 p.m.-7 p
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Discounted Helicopter Rides With Independent Helicopters [SPONSORED]
Independent Helicopters, of Ballston Spa, is offering helicopter rides and tours starting at $175 for 30 minutes.
Independent Helicopters will also be having a Leukemia and Lymphoma Society fundraiser event in April (TBD). Proceeds from helicopter rides will be donated to LLS...
Albany Railyard: Band Schedule, Party Booking, Softball Team + More [SPONSORED]
Calling all Softball Players
Albany Railyard is now forming teams for softball. Visit www.allamericansportsrecreation.com.
Booking Parties in Banquet Room
Albany Railyard is also now booking parties in banquet room from 20-100 people...
4-H Youth Program Volunteer a ‘Hometown Hero’
Breanne Duesler, of Ames, was not only honored as one of our "Hometown Heroes"-she was recently honored by her peers as well.
Breanne was recognized as an outstanding 4-H volunteer for her work with the 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell Cooperative Extension in Fulton and Montgomery Counties...
Hot 99.1 Playlist – March 2014 Top Songs
Check out the top 40 songs in Hot 99.1's rotation for the month of March
Amsterdam Mailman a ‘Hometown Hero’
Rafael Chaverri, of Amsterdam, does much more than deliver mail to local residents. He delivers cheer.
Many neighbors along his route have come to love and respect Rafael, a Costa Rican native who came to America at age 18 and has been delivering mail for the past 10 years...
State Trooper of 27 Years a ‘Hometown Hero’
Joe Germano, of East Greenbush, has been a state trooper for the past 27 years. Whether on the road or teaching other troopers at the academy, he's known to always be lending a helping hand to others.
As part of the “Hometown Heroes” series, we’ve partnered with County Waste, Latham Ford and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region to celebrate local unsung heroes for their good deeds and