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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Mass Transit Across Northeast Grinds to a Halt As Sandy Approaches – Subway, Train, Bus Services Halted by MTA and NJ Transit
Hurricane Sandy is mere hours away from the Northeast Coast and chances are, if you're out now, you'll be riding out the storm where you are. Subway, commuter railroad and bus services have been suspended in major metropolitan areas across the region.
What To Do if You Lose Time Warner Cable Service During Hurricane Sandy
As Hurricane Sandy bears down on the northeast, the lines that bring cable television, as well as phone and internet service, may be brought down by high winds. Time Warner Cable has provided the following advice should your cable go out.
School Closings and Early Dismissals For Central New York Due to Hurricane Sandy
Hurricane Sandy is causing several school districts across Central New York to cancel classes. We've got the growing list on our School Closings page.
Is There Any Hope For a New Bills Stadium in Downtown Buffalo?
Stadium negations continue between the Buffalo Bills and various government agencies in Western New York. Will the team renew a lease for Ralph Wilson Stadium with Erie County or could a long rumored new stadium be in the works?
President Barack Obama’s Name Spelled Wrong on Ballots Printed by Oneida County
Despite having been checked and double checked, the ballot prepared for the November 6 general election has Barack Obama's name misspelled.
Watch Apple Cider Being Made at the Best Cider Mills in the Utica Area [VIDEOS]
Now that autumn is here every roadside stand, farmers market and grocery store has apple cider for sale. But where can you go to see the cider pressed and bottled on site? We've channeled our inner-Johhny Appleseed to find the best cider mills in Central New York...
Quebec Earthquake Shakes New York’s North Country
A magnitude 3.9 earthquake that stuck overnight in Quebec was felt in parts of the North Country. According to the US Geologic Survey, the quake was centered about five miles from Beloeil, Quebec, approximately 60 miles north of the US Border.
Power Outage in East Utica, Portions of Frankfort, Schuyler – Traffic Lights Out, Proctor Football Postponed [UPDATE]
The Utica Police Department is advising caution when driving through parts of the city this evening as street lights are out at many intersections in East Utica due to a power outage.
The Music of Chilipalooza [VIDEOS]
Relive the music of Chilipalooza 2012 - our chili cook-off and music festival at the Herkimer County Fairgrounds.
Pumpkin Patches and Farms in Utica and Syracuse
Ready to give your yard a festive fall look? The first stop should be at an area Pumpkin Patch. With the skills of Linus tracking down the Great Pumpkin, we went searching for the best pumpkin patches and farms in Central New York.