Once the grass gets its final cut and the leaves are handled, it’s time to swap out the mower, blower and trimmer for the snow thrower, generator and chainsaw. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) says a little prep now means less stress – and fewer repair bills – later. “Your end-of-season ...

Do you have a passion for gardening and a desire to give back to your community? Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Herkimer is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 Master Gardener Volunteer Program. This comprehensive training and volunteer program equips local residents...

American Dairy Association North East is celebrating a decade-long partnership with Noblehurst Farms of Pavillion, NY, to recycle the butter sculpture from the Great New York State Fair. Along with Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners, ADA North East dismantled the sculpture that was creat...

Things aren’t slowing down anytime soon. Summer’s busy – a different kind of busy – but busy nonetheless. But things are shifting into high gear with back to school shopping, the beginning of sports practices, extracurriculars and eventually the first day of classes as the upstate jumps into a new s...

Home improvement projects run the gamut from complex undertakings like room additions to simpler renovations like a new front door. Some home renovations excite homeowners more than others, but all improvements are a way to make a home safer, more comfortable and/or more functional. A gutter replace...

As New York State marks the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal’s opening in 1825, the City of Little Falls is preparing to host a historic milestone with the arrival of the replica Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief on Oct. 11 . This full-scale reproduction built by the Buffalo Maritime Center will dock ...

by Andy Haman Another school year will be here before we know it. If you’re thinking about homeschooling your kids – especially for the first time – there are some choices to be made when it comes to curriculum and teaching style. You might not have known this, especially if you’re not coming from a...

It’s easy to overlook how integral small businesses are to local, national and even global economies. The Small Business Administration and the U.S Census Bureau indicate small businesses account for 99.7 percent of all American businesses, employing 56.8 million people. Similarly, according to Stat...

Whether they’re tailgating outside a favorite team’s stadium or hosting a game watch at home, football fans know food is a big part of the game day experience. Certain foods, like chicken wings and nachos, are synonymous with game day buffets, but fans can cook anything they like for the big game. T...