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Horror movie fans rejoice!!! Seriously- I know I am.
It looks like not one but two new movies in the 'Halloween' franchise are in the works.
First thing you see on the page is not just names but also release months for two new movies...

It's Heroes Week at the Great Escape!  That means free admission all week for a lot of hard working people in New York.
July 22 through July 28th is Heroes Week, honoring military, corrections officers, nurses, doctors, EMS and more...

With Capital Region temperatures about to skyrocket this weekend, maybe a little side-hustle by your kids could help them generate enough cha-ching for a new bike, some video games, toys or even contribute to a local charity.  This young man's cold marketing strategy was so successful, neighbors cal…

Ok, people stop freaking out. More than likely Russia isn’t interested in the 37 selfies you took in your bathroom, or that picture of your prized bass you caught in Lake George, or even that cute picture of your grandchild. The age changing smartphone app “FACEAPP” has taken the world by storm and …

You can have a 'night at the Roxbury', stay in Genie's Bottle, or live like Indiana Jones for a few.
Not far from the Capital Region, there's a themed-hotel that is so unique you won't even just feel like you went on a vacation.  You'll feel like you escaped reality…

This Tuesday, a sports betting lounge plans to open at a local casino.
In a rush to open the first sportsbook in New York, multiple casinos are working on plans, however according to newyorkupstate.com, Rivers Casino in Schenectady just might be the first...

Another big comedy show is coming to the Capital Region!
Just announced, Jerry Seinfeld will be coming to Albany for a live show.  As a fan of satire and sarcasm, I for one can not wait.  He'll be at the Palace Theatre October 10th to perform his live stand-up comedy show (so…

The weekend is upon you! Things to do can get expensive, but- they don't have to be.
Searching around the interwebs, I found some fun activities to do this weekend that won't cost you an arm and a leg, or your entire bank account.  From the race track to Troy, here goes:

The 12th Annual…

Metallica Children's Book Is Coming Out November 26th.

The best superhero is a topic that can be up for endless debate.  Who has the best powers, the best outfit, the best strength, and so on and so on.  Well, now you can take whatever your favorite things are and create your very own superhero...

It's the first summer in over two decades without a cross-country Vans Warped Tour.  The end of an era for fans looking for pop punk, alt rock, metalcore, and more all in one with a lifestyle and festival vibe thrown in.  It's also the first summer featuring the Inaugural Rocksta…

Last week, I posted that the final music lineup was announced for the New York State Fair.
Well, if you're interested in going to the fair itself, you can get tickets starting this week at a discounted price.  This Monday, July 8th, advanced tickets are going on sale...