Extended holiday weekends tend to fall on national holidays throughout the year, giving workers and students an opportunity to enjoy an extra day off from work (or school). The open road beckons millions of people on three-day weekends, which serve as a great chance to get away. In 2026, the Indepen...

The chaos of the Revolution swept through the Mohawk Valley frontier, with families, farms and entire communities hanging in the balance. Many of those long-ago conflicts still shape the valley today. The Mohawk River corridor is lined with places where diplomats negotiated, militias marched and bat...

Farmstead 1868 will host its annual Cazenovia Lavender Festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 11 and 12, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at 4690 Shephards Rd., Cazenovia. The two-day festival turns the family farm into a weekend destination with lavender fields, live music, artisan vendors, wellness workshops,...

Dear Paw's Corner: My partner wants to buy a purebred kitten over the internet. I think it’s a terrible idea, and we would do just fine with a lovable cat from a local shelter. How can I change their mind? – Janine L., Sherwood, OR Dear Janine: I’ll do my best! Here are some points to bring up: • Yo...

The real estate market is notably competitive. While the competitive nature of real estate is often discussed in terms of buying, sellers might face some stiff competition when trying to make their properties stand out. The popularity of real estate listing websites like Zillow , Trulia and Redfin h...

Increasing time spent outdoors enjoying nature can positively affect mood and mental health. Generally speaking, outdoor enthusiasts tend to be happier overall. The American Psychological Association says spending time in nature is linked to both cognitive benefits and improvements in mood, mental h...

Planning ahead for more summer road trip ideas? How about tasting what Vermont has to offer? The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM) announced the launch of “Seek & Savor,” a statewide agritourism marketing campaign designed to connect visitors with Vermont’s authentic farm and foo...

Families celebrate Dad in unique ways on Father’s Day. Gifts are customary, but so is a delicious meal Dad will love. Many dads will appreciate a meal that goes above and beyond the ordinary, preferably something that is hearty and delicious. These “Pecan-Stuffed Pork Chops” from “Jon Bonnell’s Texa...

The 2026 Canalway Challenge officially opened on May 1, but it’s open for fun all summer long. Read on for the top 10 things you need to know about the challenge before it starts. 1. Choose from 1st Mile, 15-, 90-, 180- or 360mile goals. Choose the mileage goal within your ability and skill level wh...