Pop Culture

This week's spring warm-up is a welcome change from the weather we endured over the last 6 months, and many of us in Upstate NY plan to soak up every ray of sunshine Mother Nature is willing to give. It's a great week to get out and explore the Adirondacks, but hiking comes with a warning from the NYS DEC about the dangers of exploring some of the higher elevations, especially with the latest shif

There is a local burger chain that has a few locations around the Capital Region and is about to open its fourth in just two years.

Filming for HBO's Pretty Little Liars to take place in New York State. Here what they are looking for with the latest casting call.

An abandoned car wash was recently purchased at the intersection of Route 9 and Wellness Way in Latham.  Last week, plans were announced for this high-traffic area and many in the Capital Region are excited about what's going to be built there next. St...

Bears are done hibernating and there will be more sightings in the coming months. Here are some guidelines that can help keep you, your family, and your pets safe.

It was a modest beginning for an ice cream business in Troy. They started as an ice cream cart welded together from old bed frames before opening their storefront in 2017. Now they are expanding their business in hopes to have a production facility soon.

HGTV wants to restore an old home in Upstate NY! There's no shortage of picturesque landscapes, stunning views, and old beautiful homes in our area, and it's no wonder why HGTV is in Upstate New York looking for its next home to restore. HGTV is an American television channel that primarily broadcasts reality programming related to home improvement and real estate and as of 2016, HGTV has invested

It was a staple in the Goose Hill neighborhood of Schenectady for thirty-four years and then last summer it closed. Many thought it was for good, but a family member stepped up and she has reopened the beloved Italian deli.

If you are looking to try a craft beer or cider in the Capital Region, there are a ton of places to choose from. Check out the best breweries in the Capital Region according to the "Best of" poll from Times Union readers.

It's been 110 years since the sinking of the Titanic, but the first time I've ever tried to Google search "Albany, NY passengers on the Titanic," and what I found was pretty fascinating. Every year in the middle of April, stories pop up regarding the sinking of the Titanic and basically, I'm a sucker for this kind of content.   M...

Saratoga's annual "Truck Day" event is happening the weekend of April 22nd and with it, a few changes.  In years past, it was a free event, but this year there's a fundraiser component and a modest cover charge, as well as a change in location. ...

If you have visited Disney World's Magic Kingdom, chances are you have been on The Haunted Mansion ride. Did you know there was a home in Albany built in the 1800s that may be the model for the exterior of Disney's Haunted Mansion?