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Six Flags Great Escape Resort Hiring for 2025 Season According to a press release, Six Flags Great Escape Resort, the area's premiere family attraction and resort, announced a massive hiring spree that could provide part-time and seasonal work for up to 1500 Capital Region residents for the upcoming 2025 season...

If you're considering taking on an Upstate New York food challenge called " The Goliath," you might need Joey Chestnut's stomach or enough Pepto to serve all of Warren County—or both! Upstate New York Food Challenge While scrolling through Facebook recently, I saw a post from Mark's Hometown'cue in Warrensburg, New York. Mark'...

Teen Girl Goes Missing in Upstate NY A teenage girl from Upstate New York left school voluntarily on Thursday and was reported missing to police. After an intensive investigation, police were able to locate 16-year-old EmmaLynne Lasher in Pennsylvania over the weekend, reuniting her with her family in Amsterdam while arresting the man that police say she left New York with...

Last year's winner came from a local brewery in Upstate New York. Who, in your opinion, makes New York's best burger? Voting is underway now for this beefy title!

New York is one of thirteen states nationwide where skywatchers may witness a rare celestial event called a double sunrise on Saturday morning. What is a 'Double Sunrise'? Grab some coffee and your phone to scroll, and if you live in New York on Saturday morning, keep an eye on the sky...

Screen time is at an all-time high amongst most young kids, and this is a stark reminder to remain vigilant; predators are everywhere. US Airman Arrested for Luring Young Girl A 31-year-old US airman was arrested back in February and was arraigned in New York on Wednesday after police said he engaged explicitly with a 9-year-old New York girl he met while playing a video game online...

Can you finish a cone that big? I'd regret it the next day, but I'd like to "attempt" to finish this ginormous ice cream skyscraper made from an Upstate NY diner.

In February, police rescued two dozen dogs, cats, and even a turtle from a deplorable animal abuse home in Upstate New York, and on Tuesday, two arrests were made. There's nothing more heartbreaking than reading or hearing about a situation where innocent animals are neglected, abandoned, or worse, tortured...

Upstate Teen Charged with Kidnapping A 19-year-old teen from Upstate New York was arrested on Tuesday and now faces multiple charges after State Police said he kidnapped, beat up, and even choked his victim with a dog collar. According to a report from the New York State Police, Izik J...

Everyone wants to know why Jim Zullo, the Northville HS girls' basketball coach, snapped and pulled his players' ponytail last Friday after his team's loss. We may never know the actual reason, and it still wouldn't justify his abhorrent actions. Still...

Tragic Loss of a Young Life Our thoughts and deepest condolences go out to the family, friends, and community mourning a great young man, born in Upstate New York, who tragically lost his life last week in a UTV accident. According to sources, Phillip Gleisner, 23, passed away on Wednesday evening, March 19th, from the result of a UTV accident. ...

Northville Basketball Coach Faces Harassment Charge Jim Zullo, the 81-year-old girl's head basketball coach from Northville, New York, who went viral in a despicable hair-pulling incident with one of his players, faces harassment charges just a few days after the school fired him...

Mom And 1-Year-Old Die At Airbnb In Upstate NY A mom and her young daughter were tragically killed while on vacation at an Upstate New York Airbnb in October, and the owners of the unit have officially been charged. According to sources, 35-year-old Shannon Hubbard, an elementary school teacher from Brewster, Massachusetts, and her 1-year-old daughter died from a fire while staying at an Airbnb ba

An airline pilot claims that he and his co-pilot were flying over Upstate New York when they saw a bright green cigar-shaped craft flying toward them.

Small city, big praise! According to a recent survey, this city in Upstate New York ranked #17 on the list of the "Best Small Cities in America."

The wonders of the mighty Adirondacks were on full display when a hiker in Upstate NY stumbled across a rare, natural phenomenon known as an "ice disk".

A recent poll identified the "drunkest city" in New York and while we found it surprising, the drinking data for this popular Upstate New York city is overwhelming!

Have You Seen this Man? Police in Upstate New York are asking the public for help locating a man wanted by the Vermont State Police.  The man was last seen at a fish and game club about two hours north of Albany. According to a press release from the New York State Police, the search is on for Collen Gardner, 48, of Sheldon, Vermont, who was last seen on Tuesday, March 11th. ...

You’ve heard the saying, "There’s nothing to do in a small town. " Well, many here in Upstate New York would disagree. Most of us would love for life to slow down a little bit so we can take the time to enjoy the unique charm that small-town living affords us: the fresh air, open roads, sense of community, and overall appreciation for the simple life. Two Small...

If you or someone you know is fascinated by reptiles, be sure to tell them about the family-friendly reptile show coming to Saratoga Springs in March.

Local police teamed with the New York State Police to take down an Upstate New York drug lord accused of possessing an arsenal of illegal firearms and tons of cocaine and meth. The charges against the defendant are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty...

Discovery in New York Cemetery Cemetery workers made a disturbing find Monday while doing some maintenance on the grounds; human remains buried at an unmarked grave site. This is a developing story; we'll try to update it as soon as possible...

There may not be a punishment strong enough for people who commit crimes like this. Another Name to the Animal Abuse Registry We can add another name to the list of registered animal abusers in Upstate New York after a disturbing video showed a man in Albany, New York setting a pitbull puppy on fire a few weeks back...

It's a parents worst nightmare to learn that your child is missing. Here are 11 faces and names of kids from New York State who have been missing since February 1st.

Disturbing Story in Upstate New York A disturbing story out of Upstate New York; State Police announced the arrest of two adults accused of instructing, and then watching four juveniles physically assault an adult with developmental disabilities...

An Upstate New York crown jewel was recently nominated by USA Today in its annual survey of the country's Top Ten Small College Towns. Let's get it to number one!

The Saratoga Springs Police Department is looking to add a four-legged officer to its ranks, and asked residents in Upstate New York to help.

New York State Police say they've searched multiple locations to no avail and they warn residents not to approach if they see him, he could be armed and dangerous.

Two adults and two juveniles were arrested recently after State Police allege that all four were involved in a stealing spree at a Target and Kohl's in Clifton Park.

Satisfy your sweet tooth and curb your creamy cravings! Here's a list of some of our favorite Capital Region ice cream spots and when they'll start swirling in 2025.