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The X-Files television series turns 30 this year and Saratoga is throwing a party. See which actors and actresses you will see this Summer.

Tonight's massive $750 million dollar Powerball jackpot will send New Yorkers scrambling to get in on the action. Do you know about the luckiest place to buy tickets? If not, you should! We've told you many times to get your lottery tickets at one of the ten Smokes 4 Less locations...

One of the great things about living in the Northeast is that - for the most part -  we don't have the real threat of unpredictable natural disasters that people in other parts of the country or world do.  For instance, we're not getting many hurricanes, tornadoes, avalanches, landslides, wildfires, and droughts, but if we do, it's relatively mild. But o...

There is more development planned in Rensselaer County. This time there will be a new Chick-fil-A and Aldi grocery store going in. The area is already being developed at a rapid rate.

If you are looking for something cool and different to do this winter, head on up to the Lake Geroge region and check out the many ice bars they have to offer. There are full frozen bars you can sit at, enjoy ice luges, fire pits surrounded by ice, and even photo-ops with ice sculptures you can get in or pose with.

The old Kmart building on Watervliet Shaker Road in Latham is becoming an entertainment and sports destination. The Scarlet Knife, an upscale restaurant just recently opened and more construction is on the way including a new sports complex.

Was it a simple misunderstanding, a failed attempt at humor taken out of context, or blatantly racist?  That's up to you to decide. Either way, a school in Upstate New York found themselves left out in the cold on Tuesday after a picture they posted on their social media created a bit of backlash and controversy. ...

The Powerball and the Mega Millions jackpots have been high but let's not forget that with just one scratch-off ticket, you could become a millionaire. According to the New York Lottery, these are the scratch-off games that still have jackpots to be won to make you an instant millionaire.

If you or someone you know loves chocolate, get on board - this festival is a chocolate lovers' dream and for the 8th consecutive year, it's coming back to the Capital Region this weekend. And, with Valentine's Day just a few weeks away, why not stock up on the good stuff now rather than wait until the last minute...

As we get closer to marijuana shops being legal, it looks as if the first one in Upstate New York will be opening soon in the Capital Region. The owner already had a CBD store and will expand into a recreational cannabis store.

Aother well-known seafood restaurant announced they would be adding a second location and taking over the Harbor House at 1742 Route 9 in Clifton Park. Eddie F's Eatery known for its spot in Saratoga Springs will officially open this week!

The Peacock Channel recently debuted a series called 'Poker Face', much of which was filmed in Upstate New York. Here are some of the locations.

In 2003, a father-son business reality show hit the Discovery Channel. It was called American Chopper and it followed the custom motorcycle building business of the Tuttle family out of Newburgh, NY. Paul Sr. owned the shop with sons Paul Jr and Mikey working in the business. There was a slew of cast and characters. The center of the show wasn't just the amazing custom motorcycles built for celebrities and others, it was the volatile relationship between Sr. and Jr. The show ran for 12 seasons before the two could no longer get along. It ended up in lawsuits and the two not talking for ten plus years. In the past few years, the business moved to Florida. This left the 61,000-square-foot headquarters for sale and abandoned. Take a look at what remains of Orange County Choppers.

One of Hollywood's biggest stars, Liam Neeson is reportedly worth over $150 million dollars.  It shouldn't come as a surprise, considering that the 69-year-old has been in almost 100 films. Born in Northern Ireland, the leading man with starring roles in films like Schindler's List, Star Wars Episode 1, Batman Begins and the Taken franchises, commands somewhere in the neighborhood of $20 million p

Check Out the 14-Acre, $8.5M Mansion Bought Over the Summer by one of the most notable actors in Hollywood - Just 90 Mins from Albany! Throughout the years, few actors in Hollywood have been as bankable as Matt Damon.  The Massachusetts-born A-list celebrity made his acting debut in 1988 in the film Mystic Pizza and hasn't stopped working since - and his films have reportedly earned nearly $4 bill

Enjoy our list of the top 10 times Upstate NY was mentioned in tv/film, including fan favorites like Archer, the Simpsons, Dilbert, and more!

Another option for entertainment for the whole family is coming to Albany. Urban Air Adventure Park is the largest indoor adventure park in the world. The plan is to open one in Albany at the end of February.

There may be some major development of a large piece of property across from the Albany-Rensselaer Train Station. The Twin brothers who own the property have big plans that they intend on presenting to the city soon.

We finally got some significant snow this winter and the Upstate New York ski resorts are churning out fresh powder to add to it. This weekend you can ski for free at a popular local ski mountain close to the Capital Region.

The memories of Frontier Town live on, but the property is run down. Will New York State help to restore and repurpose some of the old structures still standing but dilapidated? Many hope so.

This is the kind of family you want to hang out with - unfiltered, self-deprecating, and wildly fun! Shout out to the Logan family from Canojahrie who spent a few episodes battling other families on CW's Family Feud, and they didn't disappoint...

Monday's wintery conditions led to some great snow creations by kids and families throughout the Capital Region.  The heavy, wet snow was perfect for packing, and a day off from school forced the kiddos outside - so we asked to see your snowman or "snow creation" and you guys didn't disappoint! Check o...

You can almost smell the delicious barbeque coming from the new and bigger location of Rollin' Smoke Handcrafted BBQ in Halfmoon. Today is the day when they relocate from their smaller joint to the larger restaurant and bar.

Survey Says: An Upstate NY family will be appearing on the hit game show Family Feud this week and their run starts tonight! A second family from Upstate New York is ready to tussle on TV  after announcing the date(s) they're scheduled to appear on The Family Feud. Th...

I drive past the little house at 303C State Street in Albany all the time, but I've never seen it available for rent so I looked into whether or not I could afford to live in this home, formerly a carriage house that was built over 170 years ago! Wh...

According to legend, the Catskill Mountains are littered with wreckage from plane crashes - but they're not always easy to find. You never know what you'll come across when you go hiking throughout New York State.  Endless acres of forest, waterfalls, and cliffs, summits provide for chance encounters with fascinating wildlife, creepy abandoned buildings, and perhaps even some fascinating wreckage.

A popular national smoothie chain that opened up a store in Clifton Park in October of 2022 announced that it is adding ten more locations throughout the Capital Region!

Some of the vintage 'Mother Goose' props and buildings can be seen each season at Six Flags Great Escape. Now those props are getting a fresh coat of paint.

Rock and Roll all night in Ace Frehley's former mansion. This rockstar pad, less than an hour from New York, is available to rent on Airbnb.

Travel and Leisure magazine named the top 21 most beautiful waterfalls in the world and Niagara Falls made the list. Niagara Falls consists of the Bridal Veil Falls on the New York side or the American Falls and the Horseshoe Falls across the river on the Canadian side. They are worthy of being on this list. I have visited many times in all different seasons and it is truly breathtaking. Just think one of the seven wonders of the world and the most beautiful waterfalls in the world is right here in New York state!