Get Paid To Take Fourth Of July Week Off
With the fourth of July falling on a Wednesday, it's hard to take the entire week off. There is a contest that will pay you to take a five day weekend. Here's how.
July 4th
Brian and Chrissy's 4th Of July 'Salute To The Troops'
Starting at 6am on Wednesday, July 4th - and continuing all throughout Independence Day on WGNA - Brian and Chrissy will be honoring some of the local men and women in our military who may be away from their families while protecting our freedom back home. We'll be airing special shout-outs, message…
Where To Respectfully Dispose of an American Flag
Over the weekend, I saw what I thought was a blue mailbox and when I got closer and read the sign, I realized it was for something so much more important.
Newly Proposed Firework Laws Could Bang Your Wallet
A newly proposed fine being discussed in Schenectady County would ding those lighting off fireworks and sparklers and give police the ability to not only bang your wallet with a hefty fine, but confiscate the explosives as well. It is actually an addition to the city’s already existing ordinance fo…
Fireworks Always Make People Do One Thing
Every year I try to find some local fireworks to enjoy for Fourth of July and every year I can't get through it without seeing this one thing. Don't point fingers, you know you're guilty of it too!
Could You Become a US Citizen? Take the Test!
Every Fourth of July we celebrate this amazing country we live in but I feel like, personally, sometimes I take it for granted. All I had to do was be born in this country and I had citizenship, for others it's harder.
Capital Region Fourth of July Fireworks
It's the time of the year again to load up a blanket, some lawn chairs, and a picnic so you can go out and enjoy the fireworks comfortably.
Where To Watch Fourth Of July Fireworks
Growing up in Mechanicville, we always had the most amazing fireworks displays. Mechanicville was the home to one of the most world renowned fireworks companies called Alonzo's. They have since sold their business, but I still have appreciation for a great fireworks show on or around the 4th. G…
It's Illegal To Use Fireworks In These Capital Region Counties
If you are getting ready to celebrate the 4th of July with your own stash of fireworks, you should know if you are breaking the law by setting them off.
Uber Coming Sooner Than Expected
It seems as soon as there was potential for Uber and Lyft to be in the Capital Region, people couldn't stop talking about it, it was the only thing that would make the 518 perfect. Now, we're not going to have to wait as long as expected.
Schenectady County First to Change Firework Rules
I'm not a huge fan of buying fireworks. I don't have anything against them and I've been to parties where friends of mine have gotten them but I've personally never gotten them myself. As a Schenectady resident, guess I'm now really not going to be able to buy them.