"Big Chuck" D'Imperio recently retired as the "morning man" at WDOS-AM730 in Oneonta, NY after a 33-year career in radio. In the year 2000, “Big Chuck” was inducted into the NYS Country Music Hall of Fame as “NY Country DJ of the Year." He is the author of 10 Upstate New York travel guide books, and is a former newspaper columnist with more than 300 columns published. "Big Chuck" is pleased to continue to contribute digital content to Townsquare Media radio websites all over New York State. And, for all you baby boomers out there, yes it is true that "Big Chuck" actually won The Gong Show in 1977 by singing "Bad Bad LeRoy Brown" in a shower stall on live TV!
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“Get Your Hot Dogs!” At These 12 Great Upstate New York Eateries!
Today we list a delicious gallery of 12 great places to get a hot dog in Upstate New York. Yes, there are hundreds of them, but these dozen are particularly welcome for your consideration.
Apple Pies Are Ready at These Great Upstate New York Bakeries
A collection of apple pie bakers and bakeries for you to consider when picking up an All-American Apple Pie this summer!
From “9/11″ to “I Love Lucy” Upstate New York’s Moving Memorials
There are hundreds of public statues, memorials, and monuments scattered all over Upstate New York. Here are 11 of them and their amazing stories.
The Oldest Colleges in Upstate New York, Some From the 1700s!
This gallery takes a look at the 11 oldest colleges and universities in Upstate New York. Some date back to the 1700s!
DYK? The Largest Craft Market In New York Is In the Finger Lakes!
The Windmill in Penn Yan, NY is the largest farm and craft market in the state. Open every weekend, and with more than 175 vendors, this place is popular with New Yorkers as well as visitors from the surrounding states.
French Macarons Dazzle At These Upstate New York Bakeries
This gallery looks at the oh-so-delicious, brightly colored, multi-flavored macarons that decorate our dessert buffet tables. These cookies never fail to dazzle! These Upstate New York bakeries make some of the best in New York.
12 Upstate New York Adventures For Dad This Father’s Day
This gallery looks at a dozen Father's Day gift ideas for 2023. Adventures, entertainment, dining out, one-of-a-kind experiences. They are all here!
12 People and Places To Visit This Flag Day in Upstate New York!
This gallery is a short list of places one might want to visit in Upstate New York to commemorate Flag Day this year.
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A century ago hundreds of one-room school houses dotted the landscape of Upstate New York. Many of them survive, albeit in a different shape or fashion. Here are nine of them that are today used as museums, homes, gift shops, vacation rentals, and more.
Check Out These Top Strawberry U-Pick ‘Ems in Upstate New York!
Berry picking time in Upstate New York is a time honored family tradition for young and old alike. With more than 100 U-Pick 'Em places in the state to choose from, you just can't go wrong with these dozen fun ones!