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Things Only Central New Yorkers Can Brag About
Things Only Central New Yorkers Can Brag About
Things Only Central New Yorkers Can Brag About
California may have sunshine, beaches and Hollywood. Mickey Mouse and fresh oranges can be found in Florida but there are a few things that only comes from Central New York. Here's 11 things we can brag about besides New York City.
New Year's Rockin' Eve
New Year's Rockin' Eve
New Year's Rockin' Eve
Another New Year's Eve this year without Dick Clark, the creator of "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" which first aired in 1972. Every New Year's Eve, the TV in the McShea household was tuned to that show, and Dick Clark never let us down. Even after his stroke a few years back, he courageously continued with help from Ryan Seacrest. Wednesday Night, ABC rings in the new year with Ry
American Bandstand Debuted On National TV 57 Years Ago Today [VIDEO]
American Bandstand Debuted On National TV 57 Years Ago Today [VIDEO]
American Bandstand Debuted On National TV 57 Years Ago Today [VIDEO]
If you're a baby boomer, you probably remember rushing home from school and tuning on the TV to watch "American Bandstand". On this day in 1957, the show debuted on national TV on ABC, hosted by Dick Clark, who started his career in Utica radio and TV before moving to Philadelphia.
Dick Clark Dead at 82 of Heart Attack
Dick Clark Dead at 82 of Heart Attack
Dick Clark Dead at 82 of Heart Attack
Dick Clark, who as the long-running host of television shows such as ‘American Bandstand’ and ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ brought rock and roll music into many people’s homes for the first time, has died of a “massive heart attack” at age 82, according to TMZ.
Utica’s Most Famous-Bob’s Top 5
Utica’s Most Famous-Bob’s Top 5
Utica’s Most Famous-Bob’s Top 5
It was the lyrics from the ole' Frank Sinatra song that got me thinking about all the famous people who got their start here in the Utica area. "If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere", is the line we all belt out at the end of every Yankee game (even if you're not a Yankee fan). When I starte...
Utica Native Dick Clark Turns 81
Utica Native Dick Clark Turns 81
Utica Native Dick Clark Turns 81
Dick Clark celebrates his 81st birthday today. In honor his honor today is also Perpetual Youth Day. So we have found a rare video to celebrate both events. Click Read More to see an even younger look Dick Clark and meet his parents all the way from Utica, New York!