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Remember 10 and Two On The Steering Wheel? Now It's A Bad Idea

Richie Phillips — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:47:40 +0000

I’m now convinced. Eventually everything you were taught as a kid will be challenged, refuted and debunked. Here’s yet another “thing” I was always taught in driver education that you should hold your hands tightly at ten (meaning 10 o’clock) and two (two o’clock) on the steering wheel so you always have control. I [...]

Ninety Three Year Old Crashes Into Stewart's Store

Jake Thomas — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:47:09 +0000

I just thought it was amazing that a 93 year old was still driving. The accident happened last night in Queensbury. Luckily the 93 year old driver, Janice Nietrich was not hurt when she ran into the store with her vehicle. Authorities said a medical issue was the cause. If you were wondering, yes her [...]

Some Poor Driving Decisions

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 22:18:47 +0000

Those of us that are traveling the roadways of the Albany area, or probably anywhere, see other drivers do some dumb things. I know I’m not the best driver and have made some possibly unsafe decisions. But when I see some dumb choices made by other drivers that I know could’ve been avoided, it makes [...]

A Way To Teach People Not To Text And Drive [VIDEO]

Scott Blaine — Wed, 02 May 2012 21:53:59 +0000

Texting while driving is illegal. It’s a New York State Law, but many people still do it. I myself am stupid enough to do it on occasion. I am usually good at pulling over to the side of the road or into a parking lot if I really need to respond to a text. Sometimes [...]

Annoying Albany Roads

Bryen — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:38:29 +0000

There are a lot of annoying roads in our area – Lou was just talking about one. We’d like to know which roads you hate the most.

Lou's Dislike About An Albany Highway Ramp

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:19:07 +0000

I travel almost everyday on Washington Avenue Extension to go to WGNA. As I’m traveling westbound, I come up to the entrance to Crossgates Commons. This particular entrance and exit was redesigned a few years ago. A lane was added to turn into the Commons, and to exit it. Not a big deal, except a lane [...]

The Sign Said It's Coming Soon – But What?

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:11:18 +0000

I was driving in the Albany area over the weekend, mainly in Latham on Route 9. I took a quick look over to check my blind spot, and I notice this one building. It has a sign on it that says “coming soon.” I looked for a couple of seconds and saw nothing else about [...]

Why Is There No Exit 3 Off The Northway?

Bryen — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:37:11 +0000

This is a frequently asked question in the Albany area and the missing exit has become quite a piece of local lore; it was even mentioned in a McDonald’s commercial last year. The reason there is no Exit 3 is because several of the planned interstates were never built. Interstate 687 was supposed to connect [...]

A Quick Observation About Early Morning Albany Area Joggers

Richie Phillips — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 13:21:50 +0000

This is just pure opinion, but I just can’t hold back anymore about this issue. I nearly killed someone the other day while trying to get to the station here on Kings Road in Schenectady. Let this be a warning, joggers. I drive every morning down Rte 155 to get to the turn on Old [...]

My Husband Wouldn't Let Me Park the Car – Daily Dilemma [AUDIO]

Sean McMaster — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:50:50 +0000

Here is the daily dilemma for Monday, March 12th, 2012: “My husband and I went out to dinner in Saratoga over the weekend and as you know, parking in downtown Saratoga on a Friday is hectic. Fortunately, we were able to find a spot right next to our restaurant. The tough part was we had to [...]

Women Park Better Than Men! Really? [VIDEO]

Richie Phillips — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:38:27 +0000

Who conducts these studies anyway? And do you believe them? Well here’s yet another one to ponder. According to an English newspaper, “The Telegraph”, For this study, researchers went undercover and took notes on more than 2,500 people parking in lots and garages. They rated people on criteria like finding a space, accuracy in lining up [...]

Too Many Drivers Eat, Text, Watch Videos and More Behind the Wheel — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:08:25 +0000

Buckle your seat belts, folks. According to Harris Poll chairman Humphrey Taylor regarding a new survey, “The number of drivers who engage in potentially dangerous, in some cases extremely dangerous, behaviors while driving is terrifyingly high.” The poll of 2,800 adults found that 86 percent of drivers have eaten or drank when behind the wheel, [...]

Potholes And Bad Roads Are Driving Me Crazy- Daily Dilemma [AUDIO]

Sean McMaster — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:41:39 +0000

This dilemma clearly cam to being when somebody was driving to work while listening to "The Sean and Richie Show". We were probably talking about someone problem when this guy was screaming about almost losing his tires in a cavernous rut. I get that, and I certainly understand the frustrations when it comes to tax dollars and how well or not well they are being spent. It isn't quite the "dilemma" we are used to dealing with but I thought that this person was frustrated and clearly needed to be heard.

Thruway Reopened After Gas Leak [UPDATE]

Bryen — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:05:58 +0000

UPDATE: The Thruway is reopened between exits 23 and 24 after a construction accident involving a gas line. New York State DOT is reporting that the Thruway is closed between exits 23 and 24 and the Times Union reports that it is due to a possible ruptured gas line. YNN reports that the accident is [...]

Altamont Gets Ready for Countryfest – Some Driving Tips

Bryen — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 11:00:34 +0000

While driving up to the Altamont Fairgrounds to get some things ready for Countryfest 2011, we noticed they are getting ready in many ways including an electronic road sign stating that Countryfest is this weekend and to expect delays (see the photo after the jump.) So in our best effort to give you a hand, here are some pointers to help you get in to the festival with as much ease as possible.

The Five Most Irritating Roads in the Albany Area

Bryen — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:40:33 +0000

No matter where you live in this great nation, you'll find the most irritating roads and do your best to avoid them. We certainly have our share of them in the Albany area and it just seems like they (whoever “they” are) will never fix our woes. Here's what we think are the worst. Oh [...]

Drivers Seem To Get Ruder

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 20:09:58 +0000

Over the weekend, the wife and I were out doing errands and going here and there, typical catch up weekend stuff. We were leaving a store, and as we were about to move when the light turned green, the person behind me just laid on his horn. Now mind you the light was green for [...]

Serious Penalty for Cell Phone Driving

GNA — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:15:00 +0000

Don’t think the police won’t find you and certainly don’t expect to be let off the hook easy. If you think you’ll get off with a warning for talking on your cell phone while driving, you’re wrong. New legislation was announced yesterday by the Department of Motor Vehicle. Drivers convicted of talking while on their [...]

Etiquette 101—Braking

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 19:33:21 +0000

It’s tough enough to drive defensively. It’s even worse when the car in front of you keeps braking. Brakes on, brakes off. Brakes on, brakes off. They keep doing this for a mile or 10 (at least it seems like 10 miles), and you can’t pass this person. It also seems like, when you do [...]

Gas Prices Rising Again!

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 19:35:10 +0000

Since gas prices keep going up, I hope this link will help you find the lowest prices in our area. Hopefully this will save you some money, especially with the holiday season upon us. I do know that I’m tired of it.This link will help you find the lowest prices in our area. Hopefully this [...]