February 1, 2013 It's nothing new but it's always a difficult time for those residents of Sylvan Beach who are affected by the flooding caused by ice jams on Oneida Lake and adjacent waterways. The jam at the intersection of Fish Creek and the Barge Canal broke yesterday but not before the rising waters wrecked havoc with some homeowners.
When it comes to Halloween, nothing beats the soul-crippling horror of a good haunted house. For some, it's the thought of a monster creeping in the depths. For others, they find joy within the fear of seeing what's lurking around every corner
July 9, 2012 Big Frog 104 returns to Sylvan Beach with the Country Showcase, free summer country concerts every Wednesday night from 7 to 9. Some of Central New York's best bands are on this year's calendar. And Big Frog's Texaco Country Showdown, the nation's largest country music talent search will be returning too.
Ready to get your bait and tackle out for another season of fishing? Walleye season in New York begins on Saturday May 5. We're featuring one of New York's best walleye spots, Oneida Lake.
Talk about something for the whole family! Big Frog 104 and Sylvan Beach present Country Showcases every Wednesday night at the Village Bandstand. And best of all, it's free.
July 8, 2011 Oneida County Health Department officials have closed both Sylvan Beach and Verona Beach to swimmers following the discovery of a suspicious algae in the waters of Oneida Lake. According to a report from NewsChannel 2 WKTV inspectors from the Health Department were conducting a routine inspection when they discovered the blue-green algae which, they say, could be toxic and closed the beaches.
May 4, 2011 Last week I was out at Sylvan Beach and was astounded at the high water levels and rough conditions on Oneida Lake. My first thought was that they could hold some surfing championships out there. Now, according to YNN, it appears that the official word is out-no boating on Oneida Lake.
