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It’s pumpkin spice season. And no place shows off in Autumn better than Upstate New York. Get fired up with our red, gold and rust colors, sweet cider and apple and pumpkin patches. Here are our picks on how to…
Author: Matthew Sourwine
Adventures in Upstate New York
Adventures in Upstate New York In any season, the picturesque outdoor settings of Upstate New York are a wonder to behold. And there are so many ways to enjoy them, whether you like a quieter, solitary experience or feed…
Fresh from the farm
Turnips at Early Morning Farms, an organic Farm in Genoa. In CNY, there’s no shortage of area growers offering ways to get your supply of homegrown goodness through community supported agriculture. Here’s a list. Check websites for details. Abbott Farms,…
A community that cares focuses on making itself the best it can be
Central New York is a community that cares about its future and its business and private citizens. Several organizations and community members focus on initiatives relating to racial equity, inclusion, justice in the workplace, and in our private lives. In…
A CNY transplant’s success story: She came, she crashed then she conquered
Lekia Hill landed in Syracuse in 2013. She moved here sight unseen from Yonkers when she took a job as a lead organizer for Citizen Action New York. She found herself in a new community, with no friends, no social…
Fun Drives: CNY Daytrips in Every Direction
Fun Drives: CNY Daytrips in Every Direction A scenic drive is the ultimate summertime activity for many in Central New York. Hit the road for a new adventure or a favorite family destination – and make a day of it.…
Syracuse Nationals is back!
1973 Chevy Nova from the movie “Carlito’s Way” at the Syracuse Nationals car show at the New York State Fairgrounds. With more than 8,000 jaw dropping vehicles, 450 vendors, live entertainment and food and drink, the Syracuse Nationals is back…
What does your good life in CNY look like?
What Does Your Good Life in CNY Look Like? Like our many (many) flakes of snow, each individual’s idea of a good life looks a little different. And while everyone has a unique ideal in mind, we think no…
Living and loving life in CNY
Why Tammy Reese loves her hometown Dear Central New York, Thanks so much for affirming that I don’t have to live in a major city to have my wildest dreams come true. All I ever wanted to do was be…
The Joy of Houseplants, It’ll Grow on You
The Joy of Houseplants, It’ll Grow on You Interest in indoor gardening keeps growing and creates a world of happiness. By MJ Kravec Outside the clouds loom. It’s dark. It’s cold. But not in here. Inside Carol Watson Greenhouse in…