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Enormous Styrofoam Head Found Floating Down Hudson River

Bryen — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:44:25 +0000

There are many things that can be seen floating down the Hudson River but it isn't every day that you see an enormous styrofoam head just floating along. Marist College crew coach Matthew Lavin shared some photos of the giant head his team found and brought to shore. If you ask us, it looks somewhat like New York Governor Cuomo, sans nose. Maybe we're just crazy - but you can let us know in our poll below the photos.

5 Reasons To Board The Q103 Pirate Cruise

WQBK — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:43:18 +0000

Yar! – Friday August 3rd is the first ever Q103 Pirate Cruise aboard the Dutch Apple. We go on the account and hoist the jolly roger beginning at 6:30pm for a three hour cruise along the Hudson River. There be plenty of booty, lass’s, and grog, so matey’s here are the top five reasons to [...]

When Is It Hot Enough That It's Ok To Swim In The Hudson?

Dalton Castle — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 19:10:18 +0000

The definitive answer should and always will be “No”. I know it’s super hot out but there are better alternative then diving head first into the Hudson river. Standing in the Corning Preserve in down town Albany on Hot afternoon when I witnessed the picture you see above. Yes, that is people swimming in the [...]

The Corning Trail Is A Great Place To Get A Workout In The Albany Area

BJ Ragone — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:36:22 +0000

Spring is here, and Summer is fast approaching which means it’s time to get out of the gym, and into the great outdoors. Staying fit, and getting exercise can also be fun, and this local trail is a great way to do so. Natives of the Albany area can tell you that there are plenty [...]

Areas Of Troy Given Evacuation Order

BJ Ragone — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:42:15 +0000

CBS 6 is reporting that an immediate voluntary evacuation order has been given out for certain parts of the city of Troy near the Hudson river due to the river rising. As of 8am this morning certain parts of Troy have been given an evacuation order. It’s not mandatory, but Troy Police are hoping that [...]

Top Local Fishing Spots

Monte — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 01:32:37 +0000

OK Anglers, April first is right around the corner and that means trout season! Ol’ Monte has a little list of some of his favorite local fishing spots for you to get your rod wet. Thompson’s Lake – 18 miles southwest of Albany and near the Helderberg Escarpment. A little beauty I spent a day [...]