"Big Chuck" D'Imperio recently retired as the "morning man" at WDOS-AM730 in Oneonta, NY after a 33-year career in radio. In the year 2000, “Big Chuck” was inducted into the NYS Country Music Hall of Fame as “NY Country DJ of the Year." He is the author of 10 Upstate New York travel guide books, and is a former newspaper columnist with more than 300 columns published. "Big Chuck" is pleased to continue to contribute digital content to Townsquare Media radio websites all over New York State. And, for all you baby boomers out there, yes it is true that "Big Chuck" actually won The Gong Show in 1977 by singing "Bad Bad LeRoy Brown" in a shower stall on live TV!
BIG CHUCK
“Under The Sea” Adventures Await At 2 Upstate New York Aquariums!
There are two major aquariums in Upstate New York for visitors to check out and explore. We highlight them in this gallery. The Via Aquarium (Schenectady) and the Aquarium at Niagara.
Travel Writer Picks His 12 Favorite Upstate NY Italian Restaurants!
After many years on the road in Upstate New York, a travel writer picks his 12 favorite Italian restaurants in the region.
The “View From The Top” Awes You At These Upstate NY Ski Resorts
Take a ski lift ride to the top of an Upstate New York Ski Slope for the best autumn view around!
“Old School” The 8 Oldest Public School Districts in Upstate NY!
This gallery highlights the oldest public school systems in Upstate New York. Three of them were founded in the 1700s!
The NYS Museum in Albany Holds Amazing, Odd Historic Items. Take a Look!
The New York State Museum in Albany is one of the best in the country. It is also the oldest and largest state museum in the United States. Among its tens of thousands of items in its collection are some that, shall we say, deserve a second look. Here is a sample of the best of those.
Tacos “Wow” At These 15 Upstate New York Mexican Restaurants!
October 4 is National Taco Day. This gallery looks at 15 excellent places (out of hundreds) to get a delicious taco in Upstate New York.
Look At These Amazing and Historic “Bridges of Upstate New York”
This gallery, "The Bridges of Upstate New York," takes a look at 9 of the region's great bridges with fascinating back stories to them.
The Lucy-Desi Museum in Jamestown, NY [PHOTOS]
The Lucy-Desi Museum in Jamestown, NY welcomes tens of thousands to this corner of the state each year. The tributes to Lucille Ball found throughout the museum and the city make this a fun place to visit!
A “Love Letter” to Upstate New York’s Pretty “Red Door” Churches!
There are maybe hundreds of churches all across New York State that sport bright red front doors. It seems so fitting for a small historic church. It says (to me) "welcome, come on in." Here are 12 of the prettiest of these "red door" churches in Upstate New York.
“Saddle Up” At These Top Upstate New York Horse Riding Stables!
There are plenty of large and small horse back riding stables and farms that let you saddle up and journey through the beautiful landscapes of Upstate New York. Here are some of the best.
15 Fun Facts About Amazing Livingston County, New York!
Livingston County is located in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York just south of Rochester. This gallery looks at 15 amazing facts and trivia about this beautiful county.
WOW! 14 Top Diners in the Adirondack Region of Upstate New York
This gallery looks at 14 top diners located in the Adirondacks, North Country, and St. Lawrence regions of Upstate New York.
12 Great Finger Lakes Breweries to Enjoy for Beer Lovers Week!
This gallery celebrates a dozen great craft beer breweries who have made a real go of it right in the heart of the Finger lakes Wine Region of Upstate New York.
Is This The Most Magical Place in Upstate New York? We Think So!
This gallery takes a nostalgic look at Santa's Workshop at the North Pole in Wilmington, NY. It opened in 1949 and is still going strong!
A Fascinating Look at Some Upstate New York Train History!
A gallery of 11 places that bring back memories of Upstate New York's glorious railroad history.
15 Items That Make Up A Perfect Upstate New York Picnic? Agree?
These 15 food items would definitely be included to make the perfect Upstate New York picnic! Do you agree?
Thousands Visit This 1846 Mill in Upstate New York Every Year!
A visit to the 1846 Hanford Mill Museum in rural Delaware County can be an amazing experience!
12 Great Museums Just 20 Miles or Less Outside of New York State!
A look at a dozen interesting museum that are just a few minutes outside the border of New York State.
Don’t Miss These Amazing Sites Around the Bend In Upstate New York
A collection of sites along an Upstate New York roadway that will entice any veteran road warrior to stop, look, and think for a minute.
13 Incredible Restaurants in 13 Tiny Upstate New York Towns
The many small towns, hamlets, and villages of Upstate New York can hold some pretty unforgettable restaurants. Here are 13 to consider.
13 of the Best Museum Gift Shops in Upstate New York!
The gift shops and museum stores all over Upstate New York are often overlooked when it comes gift-giving time. And they shouldn't be! They have many interesting items for all ages. Here are some of the best museum gift shops in Upstate.
10 Great Live Concert Venues (Big and Small) in Upstate New York
A collection of big and small live concert venues across Upstate New York. Some are hug (20,000 fans) others are intimate (less than 100 in the audience). All are great!
“Awesome!” Thousands Enjoy the Herkimer Diamond Mines Each Year!
The Herkimer Diamond Mine experience has been entertaining visitors for more than 50 years. Fun, exciting, and you get to go home with a "diamond."
30 Famous, Historic Upstate New York Homes You Can Tour Right Now!
A compendium of 30 famous homes in Upstate New York that history-lovers will want to tour. This is a great bucket list for summer travel!
The 15 Best Restaurants in Binghamton, NY
This gallery shines the light on 15 of the very best restaurants in the city of Binghamton, NY.
Travel Writer Picks #1 Ice Cream Destination in Upstate New York!
An Upstate New York travel writer, who has has authored a dozen Upstate New York travel guides, picks his #1 ice cream destination in the region.
You Will Fall In Love With These 9 Upstate New York Waterfalls!
This gallery shines the light on several not-to-be-missed waterfalls scattered around Upstate New York. All are beautiful!
16 Reasons Why We Love Beautiful Schoharie County!
Road Trip! A list of 16 things to see and do when visiting this beautiful Central New York county.
Spirits Are High At These Awesome Upstate New York Distilleries!
This gallery highlights nine outstanding distilleries in Upstate New York. There are dozens, of course, but these are all first-rate!
10 Iconic Upstate New York Ice Cream Stands That’re Ready For You This Summer!
Ten ice cream parlors or stands in Upstate New York that are still going strong decades after they first opened.