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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 [...]

10 Amusement Park Rides We Wish Existed — The Funnies

Jo Pincushion — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 17:50:43 +0000

One of the best parts of summer is heading to an amusement park. You’ve been to a few amusement parks in your day and been on the same rides over and over again. It can get old after awhile and you wish someone would come up with ideas to spice up these boring rides. We’re [...]

Win a Trip to West Palm Beach to See Brad Paisley

Bryen — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 20:49:50 +0000

Brad Paisley will be appearing in West Palm Beach, FL and you could join him! Like us on Facebook and enter to win tickets to see Brad Paisley and a chance to meet Kristen Kelly. One (1) winner receives: 2 tickets to see Brad Paisley and Kristen Kelly in West Palm Beach, Florida on 9/29/2012 $500 [...]

Top 5 Summer "Must -Do's" For Kids

Sean McMaster — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 13:58:38 +0000

Summer is almost over! I hate saying that. The good news is there is still all of August. In case you were looking for some classic fun things to do with your kids, here are the top 5 activities all kids should experience before the summer is over. I have done 3 of them so [...]

Labor Day In The Albany Area – What Is Open And What Is Closed?

Bryen — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 20:23:52 +0000

Labor Day this year is on Monday, September 3rd. Looking for something to do, or just want to see what’s going to be open? Check out our full list of what’s open on Labor Day in Albany below. Banks: Closed. Drive-In Movie Theaters: First film starts at 8P Jumpin’ Jacks Drive In: 11A – 930P Hannaford Supermarket: [...]

Albany Area Severe Storm Information & Updates

Bryen — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 22:39:15 +0000

[UPDATED AT 6:39] Looks like we are closer to being in the clear than many counties south of the Albany area. We are still under a tornado watch until around 9PM, and there is still the possibility of some thunderstorms, possibly severe. The worst of the storm is tracking south of the Albany area. [UPDATED AT 4:50PM] [...]

Best Country Summer Songs [POLL]

Kevin Richards — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 14:10:20 +0000

GNA has been playing some great summer songs as we enjoy our favorite summer activities in the Northeast. As we continue to crank out the hits for your vacations, bonfires, pontoon parties, and summer celebrations, we’d like to take a moment and ask you to select your favorite summer songs.

Top 10 Apps for the 2012 Summer Olympics

Maura Chwastyk — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 14:15:17 +0000

The athletes have been training for the last four years. The city has been preparing for the last seven years. And the fans have been booking their tickets for months and months. The 2012 London Summer Olympics are upon us! No matter where you are, you won’t be able to make it to every match. [...]

Bromley Makes A Great Summer Destination for Family [SPONSORED POST]

Bryen — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:45:47 +0000

The first place you think of for summer sun isn’t usually a place associated with snow and skiing but little did you know how wrong you are! Bromley has the Sun Mountain Adventure Park which is, basically, three adventures in one place. Bromley has become a must visit summer destination for our family! Bromley (if [...]

Finding The Best Lawn Sprinkler – Richie's Great Sprinkler Shootout

Richie Phillips — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:03:29 +0000

Every year I go through the same thing. Maybe you have the same dilemma. The lawn sprinkler that I put away for the season in the winter never works right the next season. I've bought expensive ones and cheap ones. Usually the cheap ones win. I wanted to document it this year, so here's a little video for you

10 Ways to Stay Sane During Your Summer Family Vacation — The Funnies

Jo Pincushion — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 13:38:33 +0000

We’re in the middle of the dog days of summer. It keeps getting hotter, and the kids on your block keep getting louder. The looming family vacation is putting you on edge, but there are ways to keep it interesting. Just because kids get to have some summer fun doesn’t mean you can’t have a [...]

18 Signs You're at an Awful Barbecue

Danny Gallagher — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:36:23 +0000

Grilling outdoors might seem simple since it’s the way that sub-average intelligent cavemen cooked food for themselves for years, but they’re all dead now — probably because they didn’t know that undercooked meat can cause food poisoning. Grilling meat over an open pit is a precise science that requires timing, technique and (above all else) [...]

Win a Trip to Boston to See Tim McGraw + Attend a Private Acoustic Pre-Show

Bryen — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 17:55:46 +0000

Tim McGraw will be appearing Brothers of the Sun Tour show in Boston, MA and you could join him! Like us on Facebook and enter to win tickets to see Tim McCraw. One (1) winner receives: 2 tickets to see Tim McGraw at the Brothers of the Sun Tour show in Boston, Mass. on August 24, [...]

Albany Area Fireworks Guide

Kevin Richards — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 15:21:07 +0000

As many people prepare to head to the Empire State Plaza to join WGNA for one of the Northeast's biggest fireworks displays, we wanted you to be aware of some other great fireworks offered on the Fourth of July in the Albany Area for 2012.

The Great Escape Six Flags in Lake George – Still As Awesome as When it Was Storytown

Bryen — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 15:38:22 +0000

My mother still calls Great Escape “Storytown” even though it hasn’t been called that since 1983. Originally called Storytown USA, The Great Escape opened in 1954 as an amusement park with a Mother Goose and fairytale theme. The park has been through many evolutions and still operates today. The park began innovating and evolving nearly [...]

Ice Cream – The Albany Area Summertime Treat [LIST]

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:43:56 +0000

Almost everyone likes ice cream, wether it’s soft serve like Kurver Kreme in Colonie, or hard ice cream like almost any Albany area Stewarts shop. Guptill’s Coney Express in Latham has both.

Saratoga Race Course Giveaways Announced for 2012

Sean McMaster — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 13:47:45 +0000

Everyone loves giveaway days at Saratoga Race Course. I know some people who have collected the hats every year. I do love them as well, I know I’m a fan of the blankets. SO now you can be sure not to miss out on your favorite giveaways this year. Remember all items are good with [...]

Five Albany Area Playgrounds

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Sat, 23 Jun 2012 22:03:52 +0000

It’s summertime, and that means most of the kids are on summer vacation from school. Hopefully mom or dad can get them off of the computer and out of the house to get some exercise and play. Maybe it would be a good time to visit a playground, especially for the younger children. In Colonie, [...]

Nice Way To Cool Off On A Hot Day [VIDEO]

Scott Blaine — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 19:44:04 +0000

Today (6/21) is the first full day of summer and it’s a hot one indeed. Much like yesterday, Highs will be up to 95 with the heat index making it feel even hotter. I caught this video online today and I thought it was a great way to cool off and an inexpensive way to [...]