Long before the Civil War brought an end to slavery in the United States, communities across Oneida County were already organizing, speaking out, and fighting for freedom.

There is something magical about the holiday season, and few things capture that feeling quite like the smell of gingerbread, twinkling Christmas lights, festive music, and beautifully decorated holiday displays. This year, the holiday spirit is getting an extra helping of sweetness as the 11th Annual Hudson Valley Gingerbread Competition returns, bringing together creativity, craftsmanship, and family-friendly entertainment for a celebration filled with Christmas charm.

During the first nine months of 2026, Forest Rangers conducted 277 search and rescue missions, extinguished 93 wildfires covering more than 224 acres, and participated in 54 prescribed fires that served to rejuvenate 1,355 acres of land. In 2025, DEC Forest Rangers conducted 362 search and rescue missions, extinguished 202 wildfires covering 840 acres, participated in 68 prescribed fires that served to rejuvenate 1,649 acres of land, and worked on cases that resulted in more

Local Grant Awards Part of $249 Million in Grants Awarded to 181 Water Quality Protection Projects Across New York State

From breathtaking waterfalls to charming small towns, these destinations are worth adding to your travel list. Upstate New York has a way of surprising people. One weekend, you could be standing beside a massive waterfall, and the next, you could be spending the afternoon in a quiet lakeside village or exploring a mountain town filled with local shops and restaurants.

Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks, Cranberry Lake Campground is an ideal destination for campers, anglers, boaters, and anyone looking to escape into nature. With a remote lake, miles of nearby hiking trails, and a peaceful forest setting, this campground offers a relaxing outdoor getaway for visitors looking to experience the beauty of Upstate New York.

There is something timeless about the magic of Christmas, especially when it is experienced through the eyes of a child. Tucked away in a charming winter wonderland, Santa’s Workshop has been bringing Christmas fantasies to life since 1949, inviting families to step into a world where Santa Claus, his helpers, and his reindeer are more than just characters in a holiday story.

This October, The Walk of the Dead presents Erie Hollows at Exit 38, inviting brave visitors to enter a cursed settlement trapped between dimensions and uncover the horrors hidden along more than half a mile of haunted trails.

Few places capture the magic of autumn quite like New York State. As the leaves transform the landscape into shades of crimson, gold, orange, and yellow, communities across the state come alive with seasonal festivals, outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, and unforgettable food.

A breathtaking waterfall, towering cliffs, scenic hiking trails, and winter adventures make this Oswego County destination a must-visit for nature lovers.

For the 2026 Halloween season, The Rest eZ Inn is opening its doors in Clyde, New York, offering a different kind of haunted attraction—one where the scares aren't hidden at the end of endless hallways. Instead, the horror comes in tight, dark, close-quarters spaces where every room is designed to keep guests guessing.

New York State Forest Rangers rescued a 23-year-old hiker from the summit of Big Slide Mountain in Essex County after the individual became ill and was unable to continue moving.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 8 Bureau of Fisheries today announced stocking of lake sturgeon in the Genesee River at the Port of Rochester, 4630 Lake Avenue, Rochester, Monroe County on October 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Join DEC to watch the release of 1,500 lake sturgeon fingerlings into the Genesee River, observe the young fingerlings, and speak with DEC staff about the importance of lake sturgeon in New York State waters. DEC p

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is encouraging hunters in targeted areas of Herkimer and Otsego counties to help protect New York’s wild white-tailed deer population from Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) this hunting season. By submitting harvested deer heads for CWD testing, hunters will be entered into a drawing for a lifetime New York State hunting license for themselves or another hunter of their choosing. “CWD is a serious threat to the wi

One of the best things about camping in New York State is the variety of accommodations available. Traditional campers can pitch a tent beneath a sky filled with stars, while those looking for more comfort can rent cabins, cottages, or yurts. RV travelers can also find sites designed to accommodate trailers and recreational vehicles.

Few Halloween stories have become as closely connected to a real place as Washington Irving's “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Each autumn, the hills, historic landmarks, cemeteries, and winding roads of New York's Hudson Valley take on an especially mysterious atmosphere as visitors retrace the path of Ichabod Crane and the legendary Headless Horseman.

Agritourism is alive and well across our region.

Along Buffalo’s waterfront, six enormous blue cylinders rise above the Buffalo River, looking less like industrial grain-storage structures and more like a giant package of beer. The famous Labatt Blue silos at Buffalo RiverWorks are one of Buffalo’s most recognizable examples of industrial history being given a completely new identity. What began as part of the city’s grain-handling infrastructure was transformed into a colorful landmark that connects Buffalo’s industrial p

Halloween season is getting a darker twist in Hannibal as Demon Acres Haunted Hayride invites thrill-seekers to venture deep into the backwoods for an evening filled with monsters, mayhem and plenty of reasons to scream.

Halloween season is about to get a whole lot darker as Fright Nights returns Friday, October 3rd, bringing five terrifying experiences together for one unforgettable night of fear. For more than just a traditional haunted house, Fright Nights challenges visitors to face five distinctly different nightmares. From killer clowns and haunted ships to the depths of hell itself, each attraction offers its own brand of terror—and there’s nowhere to hide.