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14 Most Mispronounced Places in the Capital Region
14 Most Mispronounced Places in the Capital Region
14 Most Mispronounced Places in the Capital Region
We are lucky to live in the vast, beautiful upstate region of New York, more specifically known to us simply as the "Capital Region."  But the reality is, that's about as simple as it gets. I've lived in this area my entire life, and the differences between towns, cities, villages, and hamlets can be astonishing.  Not just the way each one looks and feels, but how it's pronounced or trie
Say What? 17 of the Most Mispronounced Places in the Capital Region
Say What? 17 of the Most Mispronounced Places in the Capital Region
Say What? 17 of the Most Mispronounced Places in the Capital Region
We are lucky to live in the vast, beautiful upstate region of New York, more specifically known to us simply as the "Capital Region." But the reality is, that's about as simple as it gets. I've lived in this area my entire life, and the differences in our towns, cities, villages, and hamlets can be astonishing...
17 Places Impossible to Pronounce Unless You Live in Upstate NY
17 Places Impossible to Pronounce Unless You Live in Upstate NY
17 Places Impossible to Pronounce Unless You Live in Upstate NY
We are lucky to live in the vast, beautiful upstate region of New York, more specifically known to us simply as the "Capital Region."  But the reality is, that's about as simple as it gets. I've lived in this area my entire life, and the differences in our towns, cities, villages, and hamlets can be astonishing.  No...
Where To See The Fireworks In The 518
Where To See The Fireworks In The 518
Where To See The Fireworks In The 518
From Albany to the Adirondacks and everywhere in between, Fourth of July firework displays will be lighting up Capital Region skies this week. Here's a list of large firework shows beginning on Wednesday and booming through the middle of July happening all throughout the 518!
Lake George Named Most Beautiful Lake In U.S.
Lake George Named Most Beautiful Lake In U.S.
Lake George Named Most Beautiful Lake In U.S.
Living here in the Capital Region, sometimes we take for granted just how beautiful this area really is.  A travel website named Lake George #1 on a short list of the 'Most Beautiful Lakes in the U.S.' putting in perspective just how lucky we are to have it mostly to ourselves!
20 Things Everyone Should Do This Week With the HOT Weather in the Capital Region
20 Things Everyone Should Do This Week With the HOT Weather in the Capital Region
20 Things Everyone Should Do This Week With the HOT Weather in the Capital Region
I don't know about you but I've been ready for the hot temperatures to hit since, well, the cold temperatures started. Lets be serious, once that chill is in your bones, it's almost impossible to get it out! Plus, I'm sick of being sick and while yes, I know I can get sick any time of the year I feel very strongly about the fluctuating temps playing a role in everyone feeling so crappy over the la
Simple Tasks, Can You Do Them?
Simple Tasks, Can You Do Them?
Simple Tasks, Can You Do Them?
I saw a survey that talked about fairly simple tasks that everyone should know how to do. Granted it was a UK survey, but it got me thinking of how many couples in the Capital Region know how to do these.
2016 Recap: Marissa’s Top 5 Posts of the Year
2016 Recap: Marissa’s Top 5 Posts of the Year
2016 Recap: Marissa’s Top 5 Posts of the Year
When the end of the year gets here, it's hard to look back and remember everything that took place. What made the biggest impact? What was viewed most and why? What happened in Albany? What silliness made our local news?
Items Food Banks Need But Don’t Typically Ask For In the Capital Region
Items Food Banks Need But Don’t Typically Ask For In the Capital Region
Items Food Banks Need But Don’t Typically Ask For In the Capital Region
All year long, food banks around the world need our help. But around the holiday season more so than ever. We know the basics that they need because it's the one thing always stated: non-perishable food items. But, you know in your every day life, you need more than just that. So what are some of the items that food banks need but don't typically ask for?
6 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas That You Can Do Easily
6 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas That You Can Do Easily
6 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas That You Can Do Easily
It's true that we're all living busy lives. Quite possibly busier than any generation before us and with that it's hard to find the time for everything. However, there is always time for Mom! Mother's Day is coming up this

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