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Did You Know? A Speeding Ticket in Upstate NY Inspired Iconic Rock Song!
Did You Know? A Speeding Ticket in Upstate NY Inspired Iconic Rock Song!
Did You Know? A Speeding Ticket in Upstate NY Inspired Iconic Rock Song!
Did You Know? A rock legend recently explained how he was inspired to write one of the biggest 80's rock songs after he was caught speeding in Upstate NY while on his way from Albany Airport to Lake Placid for a show. Thinking that the speed limit back in the 1980s was 65 MPH, this lead-footed rocker gassed it up to 62 MPH, only to get pulled over.  Here's the rest of the story: The Lyrics "I
GNA Hot Shots: Cody Johnson & Friends at MVP Arena 8/19/22
GNA Hot Shots: Cody Johnson & Friends at MVP Arena 8/19/22
GNA Hot Shots: Cody Johnson & Friends at MVP Arena 8/19/22
Cody Johnson & Friends rocked the MVP Arena! The crowd was ready for some downhome country music. Drew Parker kicked things off and Randy Houser kept the party going. Then Cody Johnson brought his high energy and blew the roof off of MVP Arena! Were you at the show? Check out fan pics and some amazing shots of all of the artists.
St. Jude's Kids Get Support From Four-Legged Furry Friends
St. Jude's Kids Get Support From Four-Legged Furry Friends
St. Jude's Kids Get Support From Four-Legged Furry Friends
The Paws at Play program at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital plays a very important part in helping families cope with their child's diagnosis. They are trained as service dogs that distract patients from their symptoms, illness, pain, and anxiety. They are there to motivate and support too with social interaction.
Capital Region Bills Fans Share the Best Bar to Watch Sunday’s Game
Capital Region Bills Fans Share the Best Bar to Watch Sunday’s Game
Capital Region Bills Fans Share the Best Bar to Watch Sunday’s Game
The NFL Playoffs continue with 4 more games this weekend, and these next few weeks are my favorite of the entire season; it's like March Madness for the NFL.  The matchups are all pretty compelling, but there's one, in particular, that is sure to captivate many football fans throughout Upstate New York. Fo...
Looking for a ‘Mafia-Friendly’ Bar in Upstate to Watch Bills/Pats? The Best are Right Here!
Looking for a ‘Mafia-Friendly’ Bar in Upstate to Watch Bills/Pats? The Best are Right Here!
Looking for a ‘Mafia-Friendly’ Bar in Upstate to Watch Bills/Pats? The Best are Right Here!
The NFL Playoffs kick-off this weekend, and these next two weeks are my favorite of the entire season; it's like March Madness for the NFL.  We have games on Saturday, Sunday, and even Monday night this weekend. For many in the Capital Region, and throughout New York state, all eyes will be on the Bills versus Patriots clash on Saturday night in primetime, 8:15 pm on ESPN. It...
East of Buffalo, Here are the 5 Best ‘Bills Backers’ Bars in Upstate New York
East of Buffalo, Here are the 5 Best ‘Bills Backers’ Bars in Upstate New York
East of Buffalo, Here are the 5 Best ‘Bills Backers’ Bars in Upstate New York
We did a poll on our WGNA Facebook to try and find the best sports bar in the Capital Region where the game is always on, and Bills fans can feel welcome.  It turns out, there are quite a few places including Albany, Clifton Park, Troy, Colonie, Malta, Saratoga, and Hudson Falls and we think we have found the 5 best Bills Backers Bars west of Buffalo. ...
Were Shunned Sailors Banished to a ‘Red Seat’ Aboard the USS Slater in Albany?
Were Shunned Sailors Banished to a ‘Red Seat’ Aboard the USS Slater in Albany?
Were Shunned Sailors Banished to a ‘Red Seat’ Aboard the USS Slater in Albany?
A vital and historic piece of World War II history sits in her glory, restored and anchored in the waters of Albany's Hudson River.  The USS Slater DE 766 in fact, is the only ship of its kind to remain afloat in the entire USA.  But until recently, nobody talked about why one of the seats inside the ship is painted red, yet all others are painted black.  What's the seedy story behind the "re

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