july 4th

Let's lift a patriotic glass and toast to America's birthday in style!

Fireworks season is officially here with scores of Central New Yorkers launching big, bright, sparkly boomers that aren't exactly legal in the state. But some people -- and their pets -- dread this time of year.

Summer is on its way and so are those fun summer parties. One company is looking to crack down on your get-togethers this year.

This year the show will be back with a bang on July 4th 2021.

What fireworks are legal and illegal in New York state? As the summer season and July 4th holiday approaches, here's the 411 on what fireworks you're allowed to buy and use in Oneida and surrounding counties.

You know it's summertime in Central New York when it's pistachio time at Bonomo's.

The iconic American Flag that has called John Street in Utica is returning home fully restored thanks to Steve's Restorations and Hot Rods.

Mother Nature provides the fireworks for the 4th of July with a penumbral lunar eclipse.

With summer time in full swing in Central New York, you may be hosting a BBQ. Maybe, you're attending a cook out. What are the worst foods to serve at one?

Nearly all of the traditional firework displays in Utica and the surrounding area have been canceled in light of the coronavirus pandemic - but a (very) few are still going on. Here's where.

July 4th fireworks are a big part of summer, and tend to draw big crowds. This year, that's part of the problem in light of COVID-19 - forcing many communities to reschedule their events.

With the 4th of July here, the Oneida County Sheriff's Department announced that it will be increasing patrols on the water.