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February 2nd Groundhog Day

February 2nd Groundhog Day

February 2nd Groundhog Day: The Holiday We Ignore and the Movie That Gets Us Through WinterWhile folks in Punxsutawney will be gathering on February 2nd to see if Phil the Groundhog saw his shadow, the rest of us will be too busy shoveling sidewalks in Watertown,...

The ‘Four Seasons’ of Upstate NY:

The ‘Four Seasons’ of Upstate NY:

The ‘Four Seasons’ of Upstate NY: Winter, Almost Winter, Still Winter, and Construction Upstate New York has four seasons—at least on paper. But ask any local, and they’ll tell you the truth: Winter, Almost Winter, Still Winter, and Construction. These aren’t just...

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year

Lighting Up the Year: The Magic of Chinese New Year and What It Brings As the world stepped into the Chinese New Year on January 29, 2025, we welcomed the Year of the Snake, an animal celebrated for its mystery, wisdom, and transformative energy. The Snake is often...

the Drone photography of Likid Keomany

the Drone photography of Likid Keomany

The Drone photography of Likid KeomanyLikid Keomany was born and raised in Binghamton. He bought his first drone in 2017 and became a licensed drone operator by 2022. Likid told us that “At first I thought a drone was just a “cool toy” but I now know the amazing...

Cold Case Jeanne M. Scrima of Knox, NY

Cold Case Jeanne M. Scrima of Knox, NY

Cold Case 44 year old Jeanne M. Scrima of Knox, NY, was reported missing by her attorney after failing to appear at divorce proceedings with her husband. The 5’3 118 pound woman was last seen at 7:00 a.m. on March 19, 1980 driving to her residence to meet her husband....

About Louise’s family

About Louise’s family

Louise Vallone is one of our most popular columnists. People love reading her stories because they know they come from her heart and her real-life experiences throughout her amazing life. About Louise’s family Louise’s family hails from Czechoslovakia and Hungary and...

Immigrants from Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Slovakia

Immigrants from Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Slovakia

At the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, a tide of immigrants from Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Slovakia embarked on a journey across the Atlantic Ocean. Driven by dreams of prosperity, freedom, and opportunity, these brave souls left behind their homelands to seek a brighter future in America.

These immigrants settled all across the United States, bringing with them their unique cultures, traditions, and customs. Many found their new homes in bustling urban centers such as Chicago, New York City, and Cleveland, where they established vibrant communities that preserved their heritage while embracing the promises of their adopted homeland. Others settled in farming communities or less urban areas such as Broome County.

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