holiday

Though most people will cook their Thanksgiving turkey in a conventional oven, some of the country's bolder people will once again take aim at their deep-fryers.

Rome, NY (WIBX) - Summer is not quite over but the City of Rome is already looking ahead to the holiday season.

We have, once again, celebrated our way into January and, for most of us, it’s time to get back to reality after the whirlwind that is the holiday season. If this isn’t easy for you to do this time of year, here are some things that might help.

Utica, NY (WIBX) - By now, everyone knows what toys are popular this year, with Lalaloopsy and Fijit (pronounced Fidget) joining the ranks of fad toys including Furby, Elmo and the Pet Rock. But what about toys that aren't living up to their potential anymore ...

Seems “holiday cheer” may be a misnomer, at least according to a new survey. Consumer Reports polled 1,013 adults, revealing that 90 percent of us have at least one thing to complain about the holidays, and 15 percent hate that they’re expected to be nice.

Utica, NY (WIBX) - Mohawk Valley Community College is partnering with the American Red Cross for a good cause. This Thursday, from 10 to 5, the college will hold a holiday blood drive in the Alumni College Center on its Utica campus. Executive Director of Institutional Advancement at the college, Frank DuRoss, says giving blood is especially important now...

Loudonville, NY (WIBX) - New Yorkers plan to spend a little more on gifts this year, according to a new Siena Research Poll. Seven percent of shoppers plan to spend more this holiday season, up three percent from last year. There is also a four percent increase from last year in those adding more items to their shopping lists...

According to a new Harris Poll, we are about the embark on the season of America’s most cherished holidays.

Utica, NY (WIBX) - December welcomes the usual catch phrases...the holiday spirit and secret santa. The epitome of those words can be found in a Utica woman who is duing her part to keep area kids warm this winter.