Eric Meier is Founding Editor of Ultimate Unexplained (http://UltimateUnexplained.com) and lead explorer of the Haunts and Legends of New York video series (http://bit.ly/HauntsAndLegendsNYS) He is a native Michigander with an interest in geography and history - but will try to keep the reads not as snoozy as you might remember from school. Eric has been on the radio and behind the scenes in the broadcast industry for 30 years and is a past recipient of a New York State Broadcasters award for Best Public Affairs Programming.
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Budweiser Clydesdale Horses Make Final Central New York Appearance at Vernon Downs [PHOTOS]
Following a series of appearances that brought out thousands of admirers, deliveries to bars and taverns on Varick Street and a march in Rome's Honor America Days parade, the Budweiser Clydesdale Hitch made it's final 2015 Utica area appearance at Vernon Downs on Sunday.
Utica’s Hidden City Seal ~ Haunts And Legends Of New York Extra
Utica's City Seal tells a story of the city's history from Native American days to the coming of the first pioneers. The Haunts and Legends crew recently found the seal hidden in Bagg's Square.
Amazing Race Open Casting Event Held At Saratoga Casino August 22
There's only one reality show that allows contestants the opportunity to span the globe while competing for a million dollar prize, the Amazing Race. And an open casting call for the upcoming season is being held at Saratoga Casino.
Sandwich Chain Which Wich Eyes Utica Area for Expansion
More and more national chain restaurants are eyeing the Utica-Rome area for expansion.
Boonville Oneida County Parade Route Changed
Due to changes to Main Street in Boonville that occurred in the fall of 2014, the route of the Oneida County Fair parade has changed.
Where to Pick Blueberries in the Utica Area
National Blueberry Picking Day is held in mid July each summer as blueberries are at their peak. Here are several farms in Central New York that offer blueberry picking.
New York State’s Land Use Proposal Could Open Access to Adirondack Park’s Most Remote Community
The tiny hamlet of Beaver River, located north of Old Forge in the Herkimer County town of Webb, is likely the most remote community in the Adirondack Park. Thanks to a new proposal from New York State, this home of just eight year-round residents could become easier to reach.
Pilot the Budweiser Clydesdale Hitch Team down Varick Street in Utica
The iconic Budweiser Clydesdale horses will be in Central New York during July 2015 as part of appearances surrounding Honor America Days in Rome. On July 23, they will be on Varick Street delivering cases of Budweiser to area bars. And you have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to drive the hitch team.
Bing Car Spotted in Utica
Perhaps you've seen it or heard someone mention a car traveling around town with an odd contraption mounted to its roof. The car is from Microsoft's search engine, Bing, and it's taking photographs of Utica's streets.
Online Petition Seeks to Rename New York’s Donald Trump State Park
Located in downstate New York, is Donald J. Trump State Park, named after the real estate mogul and 2016 presidential candidate. Due to The Donald's controversial and outspoken stances on the issues of the election, an online petition is seeking to rename the park.
Hawaii Raises Smoking Age to 21 – Could New York State Be Next?
The state government in Hawaii has approved a first-in-the-nation law that ups the age to purchase cigarettes to 21. Anti-tobacco groups are pushing for similar laws in other states. Could New York be next?
Chick-fil-A Eyes First Upstate New York Location
Restaurant chain Chick-fil-A is reportedly scouting locations for their first location in Upstate New York.