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Now, you don't have to be the only one ticked off and throwing out profanities.  Man's best friend can join in on the fun too.
Dogs are already perfect, let's face it.  They're loyal, they're active, they're cuddly, they're cute, they're protective
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Unfortunately, Crossgates has made the news again recently for another altercation within the malls walls.
I'm going to start by saying that I am not knocking Crossgates.  I enjoy the mall, the movies, the stores, and the entertainment within the establishment...

The infamous Joyce Mitchell, who helped two inmates and murderers escape from Clinton Correctional Facility, was released from prison.
In one of the biggest news stories of the past decade, Joyce Mitchell- who was an employee of the prison- helped aid the inmates escape in a convoluted employee-gone-…

It looks like the Smashing Pumpkins will be joining Guns N’ Roses for some upcoming tour dates.
A band that certainly can tour in their own, but have also toured with the likes of Marilyn Manson, the Smashing Pumpkins are going to be quite the rock pairing with Guns N’…

Add one more show to your summer concert calendar.
With already great live music announced for summer 2020 (really, is it summer yet?), the SPAC lineup just got even more stacked. Dead & Co. are coming back to SPAC this August.  I mean, it's not really a surprise since they do well …

For the cost of a cheap used car, you can rent an entire ski resort not far from the Capital Region.  If you get a group of friends together?  Well, it's really not that bad of a price.
As a skier, the newyorkupstate.com post caught my eye...

So people are leaving New York.  That's not news.  But, some lawmakers are now trying to figure out why.
I almost did a survey to see what you would say, but instead I figured you could comment and let me know since I'm writing about this...

English and Spanish aside, what do you think is the most common language in New York?  Well, it's definitely not one that I expected.
Business Insider did an article about the most common languages in each state, excluding English and Spanish...

The Lake George Winter Carnival is kicking off February 1st and the schedule of events is out.
Every year since 1961 Lake George has hosted the Winter Carnival, with all kinds of fun for all ages.   With events every weekend over the month of February, from a hot chocolate bar on the beach to the off…

Some local Supermarkets are going to start charging for paper bags.
Initially I read about Price Chopper initiating the charge this Spring on News 10 abc, but it turns out it's not just them.  So starting this March, according to News 10 abc, Price Chopper is going to be charging …

So I want to know your thoughts on this one.
Apparently New York City has something that I never knew existed.  A No Pants subway day.  The Times Union posted about it, with photos, so obviously I had to look right?  I started to wonder why there was a whole day dedicate…

Get ready for some cider challenges.
Nine Pin is bringing back their 26er Club full of cider sampling and challenges.  I mean, sure, Saratoga Cider Night is coming up February 21st (a super fun event).  BUT, the 26er club?  That lasts all year long...