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13 hours ago · Albany, N.Y. — Twenty-two states sued New York state on Thursday, contending that a new law forcing a small group of major energy producers to pay $75 billion into a fund to cover climate change ...

3 hours ago · Lovebirds, get ready to swoon. Upstate New York is packed with dreamy dining spots perfect for date nights, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day or just because. Picture candlelit tables, crackling ...

15 hours ago · Albany, N.Y. — One of Upstate New York’s most iconic and unique theaters is getting a makeover. The Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza Performing Arts Center in Albany — better known ...

Jan 9, 2025 · The Adirondacks are one of the best places to visit in the United States in 2025, according to U.S. News & World Report.The beloved mountainous region in Upstate New York was one of 30 spots on ...

May 30, 2023 · On your next trip to Buffalo, make time to visit two communities: Allentown, an artsy neighborhood north of downtown Buffalo, and East Aurora, a postcard of a village about 20 minutes southeast of ...

Dec 20, 2024 · Fireworks light up the sky above Roosevelt Plaza in downtown Buffalo, New York, on New Year's Eve. Fireworks and music make for a fun party during the yearly City of Buffalo New Year’s Eve Ball ...

Upstate NY is home to best ice fishing in the country, according to ranking. Chaumont Bay's shallow waters, narrow inlet, and northern location make it an ideal destination for winter anglers.

Aug 17, 2024 · In 2022, the Outdoor Foundation and Outdoor Industry Association noted similar findings. The United States hiker community grew by 1.5% in 2022, bringing the total number to a record high of 59.6 ...