Eric Meier is Founding Editor of Ultimate Unexplained (http://UltimateUnexplained.com) and lead explorer of the Haunts and Legends of New York video series (http://bit.ly/HauntsAndLegendsNYS) He is a native Michigander with an interest in geography and history - but will try to keep the reads not as snoozy as you might remember from school. Eric has been on the radio and behind the scenes in the broadcast industry for 30 years and is a past recipient of a New York State Broadcasters award for Best Public Affairs Programming.
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Remembering Ape the K9 FBI Dog Killed During the Herkimer Standoff
One of the heroes that emerged from the 15 hour standoff with Kurt Myers, the alleged perpetrator in the shootings in Herkimer and Mohawk, was a German shepherd named Ape.
Utica’s Karen Community – Celebrating a Festival of Nations at Culture Fest
Editor's Note: Today we begin a month-long series on the many communities past and present that make the Utica and Central New York community unique in all of America. Our series is leading up to Culture Fest coming to the Stanley World Stage on April 13 featuring food, music, dance and more.
Today we take a look at the Karen community.
Watch the Conclave and the Election of the New Pope Live [VIDEO]
The Conclave to replace Pope Benedict is underway at the Vatican. Millions around the world are watching for white smoke from the Sistine Chapel.
2013 Basketball Bracket Challenge
Thank you for playing the 2013 Basketball Bracket Challenge.
Watch Senator Rand Paul Holding Filibuster in the Senate
Standing up to speak on the floor of the United States Senate to hold up a vote on an issue via a talking filibuster is a rare but time-honored tradition. And there is one happening right now by the junior senator from Kentucky, Rand Paul. Paul started his filibuster saying "I will speak until I can no longer speak."
Rob Esche Talks Pro Hockey in Utica with Utica Flames Fan Club [VIDEO]
The rumors continue to run rampant that professional hockey will return to Utica. A Utica Flames Fan Club has formed on Facebook and yesterday a video featuring Rob Esche was released.
The Best Tweets from Heart Weekend in Central New York
Heart Weekend is here in Central New York with the WIBX Heart radiothon and America's Greatest Heart Run and Walk. Now, more than ever, the event is also happening on social media. Here are some of the top tweets from Heart Weekend.
Follow Heart Weekend on Social Media
Heart Weekend in Central New York is the largest community effort to promote heart health in the nation. From the WIBX Heart Radiothon to America's Greatest Heart Run and Walk, the Greater Utica area will raise just over $1 million for the American Heart Association. How can you get involved? Be a part of the weekend on social media.
Live at Utica College for Heart Expo and Radiothon 2013 [PHOTOS]
It's heart weekend in Central New York and the weekend we will raise more than $1 million for heart health.
Two Dogs Shot and Left To Die on Train Tracks in Whitestown [VIDEO]
Two dogs who went missing from a Utica man have recently been found. Both dogs appeared to have been shot in the head and left on train tracks in Whitestown. The person who left the dogs apparently wanted a train to smash the bodies.