Traci Taylor is a 25-year broadcast veteran who is the Director of Digital and Radio Content for Townsquare Media and has called the Southern Tier home for the last decade. If it's happening in the Upstate New York region, Traci is sharing the story with you.
Traci Taylor

Upstate New York Town Named One of the Most Festive Christmas Towns in the U.S.
The holiday season is about enjoying the festive cheer, and what better way to do that than by visiting one of the most charming Christmas towns in the U.S.?

It’s Illegal To Burn These Things in Your Bonfire in New York
In New York, there are laws about what is and what isn't allowed to be thrown on a bonfire. These seven things cannot be burned in New York.

New York House So Terrifying It Was Legally Declared Haunted
According to the law, this incredibly creepy New York State house is brimming with ghosts and so it was deemed legally haunted.

Hidden Refuge Built for Marie Antoinette Near Upstate New York
This historical site an hour south of Upstate New York has a fascinating connection to one of the most iconic figures in French history - Marie Antoinette.

Rules Lottery Winners in New York Are Required To Follow
As New Yorkers dash to buy lottery tickets ahead of the big drawing, keep in mind these rules you'll have to follow when you win big!

Former Upstate New York Asylum Considered One of the Scariest Places in the World
It's the most haunted place in New York and one of the scariest places in the world. If you dare, you can be placed on a three-hour psych hold inside it.

Gas Prices Decline Across Most of New York
In a positive start to the week, gas prices across New York continue to drop. However, some counties are still feeling the pain at the pump.

How Did New York Get Nicknamed “The Empire State?”
Have you ever wondered how the nickname "Empire State" came to be associated with the state of New York? The story is a pretty cool one!

Why Is Burning Money Illegal in New York?
Money is the lifeblood of the economy, and to preserve its value and integrity, certain regulations are in place to prevent its destruction or defacement.

How Well Would New York Survive a Zombie Apocalypse?
Surviving a zombie apocalypse always seems to come up with friends, so this cool – a study that ranked the best big cities to be in if zombies ever take over.

Federal Government To Test Emergency Alert System in New York
FEMA and the FCC will test the National Emergency Alert System on October 4. You'll hear tones go off on your phone, radio, and TV. There's no need to panic!

Are the Amish Planning a Mass Exodus From New York?
Amish families in New York say they are having serious discussions about moving out of the state due to religious persecution.