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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What is the Preemption Line and How Does It Divide New York Culturally?
If you've ever traveled the New York State Thruway between Rochester and Syracuse you've crossed an historic survey line you've likely never heard of called the Preemption Line. That line continues to divide New York State in surprising ways.
How to Watch the Buffalo Bills – Jacksonville Jaguars London Game
The contest between the Buffalo Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday (October 25) will be live-streamed on Yahoo! but not available on television. How will you watch the game?
Bon-Ton To Close Destiny USA Location in Syracuse
Long time anchor at Destiny USA/Carousel Center in Syracuse, Bon-Ton has announced they will be closing.
New York’s First Snow of the Winter of 2015-2016 at Whiteface Mountain
Whiteface Mountain in the High Peaks of the Adirondack Park saw New York's first snowfall of the winter of 2015-2016 on the afternoon of Friday October 16.
Big Savings Available from the 2015 Fall Seize the Deal Auction
You know that Seize the Deal features the Utica area's best daily deals, and a few times each year, the savings get even better with the Seize the Deal Auction.
The Stone Faces of the Hotel Utica
If you've never looked up towards the top of the Hotel Utica, the sides that front Lafayette and Seneca Streets have a secret.
A Glimpse of the Past with the Ghost Signs of Utica [PHOTOS]
Many historic buildings of Utica hold on to images of the distant past with faded signs painted on their brick sides. These signs are called ghost signs and they can be found all over the city.
Hurricane Joaquin Could Affect New York State
Hurricane Joaquin has formed in the Atlantic Ocean between Bermuda and the Bahamas. As of Wednesday September 30, the track of the storm remains undefined but could bring substantial rain to portions of New York State this weekend.
Photos and Videos from the Syracuse Insane Inflatable 5K 2015
Saturday September 26 was the second running of the Insane Inflatable 5K in Central New York.
Utica Conducted America’s Largest Atomic Bomb Drill in 1951 [VIDEO]
Historic newsreel footage from 1951 shows Utica in the midst of a mock atomic bomb attack.
Adirondack Scenic Railroad Adds Classic New York Central Engine to Collection
The Adirondack Scenic Railroad recently announced the donation of a locomotive engine that once was used in passenger Service on the New York Central line.
TripAdvisor’s Best Restaurants Near the Central New York Insane Inflatable 5K
The 2015 running of the Insane Inflatable 5K is coming soon to the Lafayette Apple Festival grounds. Here are TripAdvisor's recommendations for the best restaurants near the race.