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Great Escape Opens In Lake George – New Screamin' Eagles Ride

Kevin Richards — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:44:40 +0000

A sure sign that summer has arrived in the Northeast is the opening of Great Escape Splashwater Kingdom in Lake George, New York. The Adirondack summer attraction opened the weekend of May 18, 2013. From classics like ‘Steamin’ Deamon’ ‘Desperado Plunge’ ‘Boomerang’ ‘The Comet’ and ‘Raging River,’ the Great Escape is a must for any [...]

Sunshine Puts People In A Better Mood – Sunshine On My Shoulders Makes Me Happy

Kevin Richards — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:54:43 +0000

Over the last few days we’ve been blessed with some ‘perfect’ weather in the upstate New York area. With temperatures in the mid to upper 70′s, a blue clear sky and abundant sunshine, it’s no wonder everyone seems to be in a great mood. Is it just coincidence, or are people really in a better [...]

Spring In The Albany Saratoga Area [POLL]

Kevin Richards — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:46:39 +0000

As temperatures finally go above 50 degrees, the birds are chirping, and the sun is staying out a little bit longer and brighter, we want to know the first thing you are looking forward to doing this Spring.

Albany Area Spring Road Construction – Twin Bridges, Latham Circle Delays

Kevin Richards — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 13:29:32 +0000

Now that the warm weather has arrived, Spring construction has begun in the Albany, New York area. Two of the biggest concerns are the Twin Bridges on I-87 (over the Mohawk River between exits 7 and 8) and the Latham Traffic Circle on Route 9. According to the Department of Transportation, Governor Cuomo’s “Driver’s First [...]

First Dump Gull Of The Year In WGNA Parking Lot – Spring Is Here

Jake Thomas — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:15:08 +0000

I call them seagulls when I see them in Atlantic City, but when I see them here I call them dump gulls. The reason why is that I always see them congregating around garbage and landfills or wherever people drop food. Ironically the one in the picture was the very first dump gull of the [...]

Five Things To Look Forward To When Spring Begins

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 00:45:34 +0000

The first day of spring is Wednesday, March 20, 2013. Most of us people from the Albany area are looking forward to a change in the weather, although it may be a little bit longer before the weather actually starts to remain on the warm side. Here are a few of the things that I’m [...]

Ice Fishing Ends Friday

Kevin Richards — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 13:55:36 +0000

Daylight Savings Time is here, we’ve seen temperatures approach 50, and Spring arrives on March 20, 2103. This is all great news, unless you like to ice fish. If you’re one of those people that’s still brave enough to get on the ice to fish, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reminds you that this Friday [...]

Albany Area Welcomes Spring With Record Breaking Temperatures

Kevin Richards — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 17:22:15 +0000

We can’t say it’s been a long cold winter, but we sure do appreciate the fact that the sun and warm weather is here. Spring has officially arrived! In our third week of March, we’ve enjoyed temperatures in the mid-70s and according to News 10/ABC’s Andy Gregorio, the incredible warm spell of weather will continue [...]

Did We Miss Winter?

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:21:29 +0000

We have had one of the strangest winters that I can remember. Hardly any snow, and temperatures that weren’t that cold. We’ve had some really nice weather. My wife, Linda and I took the dog for a walk at the Crossings Of Colonie, this morning. That’s where we both found the posted sign about ‘danger, [...]

5 Things To Do On A Gorgeous Spring Day

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:17:32 +0000

With the tough winter that recently past, it’s just so nice to see the sun, and enjoy the warm temperatures, while they last. After all, it is April, and around here, that means 80 degrees one day, but maybe snow in a day or two. So here’s a list of some things you can do: [...]

Never Throw Your Jeans Away

GNA — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 17:00:25 +0000

This Spring & summer multiple styles of jeans are “in.” Whether they are wide-leg, bootcut or skinny, most jeans are more than okay to wear around regardless of their cut. So don’t go throwing any jeans from last year because while some styles are making a huge comeback, almost all styles are acceptable this season. As my [...]

FORE! Golf is Back!

Sean McMaster — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:09:59 +0000

Today on the air we got the call we wait so anxiously for all winter long. Greg, owner operator of Stadium Golf Course in Schenectady called to tell us they are open. And it looks like today may not be a bad day at all to hit the links. Sunny and close to 50 degrees [...]

UAlbany Suspends This Years Fountain Day

Scott Blaine — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 22:01:05 +0000

It was announced today by UAlbany President George Phillip that there will be no Fountain Day on the University campus this year. Fountain Day is where Thousands of students as well as faculty and staff get together to ring in the coming of spring and turn on the main campus fountain. This announcement comes to [...]

Full Moon Meets Springtime

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 22:19:16 +0000

After what seemed to be an extremely long winter, we’re finally ready to welcome spring, technically called the Vernal Equinox. Now this doesn’t mean we’re through with cold weather yet. The official time for spring to start will be at 7:21 p.m., Sunday March 20. In addition to a change of season there will be [...]

I'm Melting and Seasonal Whinings

Jake Thomas — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 20:19:17 +0000

The first big thaw of late winter is upon us. With it comes a whole new set of gripes. Can’t we just be happy for a few days. In Winter the gripes are the usual, people think its too cold or too snowy. I hear people getty cranky about the heating bills, and driving in [...]

Snow–Its Time to Go

Jake Thomas — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 20:13:31 +0000

Enough is enough! Can Winter just leave now? I have shoveled and ran the snow blower more than ever in the past 30 days. Three sizable storms in one week was enough. I’m sure a few of you have said the same thing recently, probably using some more colorful terms than I have in this [...]

Your Groundhog's Day True False Test

Richie Phillips — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 13:29:03 +0000

Don’t you hate True False tests? I like making them up, but hate taking them! Hope YOU like taking them–otherwize this was a total waste of a perfectly good blog…1. According to the National Climate Center–that little rodent is only right 72% of the time. T or F ? 2. In Alaska, [...]